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IIT Dhanbad (ISM) - Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

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NIRF #15 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 14 Jul, 2026 by Aafreen Zarief

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – JEE Advanced Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech ME
College Name IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 9875 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 10262 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (3.77%)
Total Seats 130
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 9875 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 10262. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech ME at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

Admission to the BTech ME program is conducted through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced) based on JEE Advanced ranks, with a total of 7 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME in 2024 was 9875 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (10262 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2024, 2023, 2022

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1413 1381 1362
Round 2 1450 1433 1387
Round 3 1450 1447 1394
Round 4 1450 1447 1394
Round 5 1462 1450 1394
Round 6 1462 1671 1435
Last Round 1462 1671 1435

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 8970 9217 8680
Round 2 9001 9561 9095
Round 3 9001 9561 9147
Round 4 9009 9561 9147
Round 5 9875 9602 9165
Round 6 9875 10262 9601
Last Round 9875 10262 9601

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 3581 3442 3267
Round 2 3686 3858 3455
Round 3 3687 3861 3471
Round 4 3687 3861 3471
Round 5 3698 3861 3474
Round 6 3698 4036 3541
Last Round 3698 4036 3541

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1949 1874 1902
Round 2 2035 2080 1955
Round 3 2057 2146 1955
Round 4 2079 2146 1955
Round 5 2117 2146 1955
Round 6 2117 2179 1994
Last Round 2117 2179 1994

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1027 864 863
Round 2 1064 915 863
Round 3 1064 915 863
Round 4 1064 915 863
Round 5 1064 915 863
Round 6 1064 915 903
Last Round 1064 915 903

The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 8970 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 9875 in the final round (Last Round). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the BTech ME program at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

  • The final closing rank for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME in 2024 was 9875 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 8970 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 9875 ▲ 387 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 10262 ▼ 661 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 9601 - Base Year

The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 9601 in 2022 to 10262 in 2023, and further to 9875 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the BTech ME program at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 274 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~2.85%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 661 ranks.
  • IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 9601 10262 9875

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 9875 - Very High
EWS 1462 8413 ranks High
OBC 3698 6177 ranks High
SC 2117 7758 ranks High
ST 1064 8811 ranks High

The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 9875, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 3698, showing a difference of 6177 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 2117 and 1064 respectively, indicating comparatively lower competition. This variation is primarily driven by category-wise seat allocation and demand differences during counselling.

  • The smallest cutoff gap vs General is for OBC at 6177 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 8811 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME admission.

Impact of Reservation on IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Cutoff

The variation in cutoff ranks across categories is influenced by the reservation policy implemented by the Government of India. A fixed percentage of seats is allocated to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories, resulting in relatively higher closing ranks for reserved categories compared to the General category. This ensures equitable access to premier institutions like IIT (ISM) Dhanbad while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 10262 in 2023 to 9875 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 9875
Category Variation Different cutoffs per category Reserved categories generally have higher closing ranks than General
Course Demand Indicator Consistently lower closing rank suggests stronger demand Recent trend data indicates continued demand concentration

Year-wise Trend Impact

A consistent improvement in closing rank over the years suggests increasing competition for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME, as more high-ranking candidates prefer this course.

Round-wise Cutoff Movement

Cutoff ranks typically expand from the first round to the final round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling, as seats are reallocated based on candidate preferences and withdrawals.

Category-wise Variation

Cutoff ranks differ across categories, with General category usually having the lowest closing rank, indicating higher competition compared to reserved categories.

Seat Matrix for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME

The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME seat matrix shows that a total of 130 seats are available for the program, distributed across multiple categories. This distribution plays a crucial role in determining cutoff ranks, as categories with fewer seats tend to have more competitive cutoffs.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad vs Peer Colleges BTech ME Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad 9875 10262 9601
IIT Bombay 1685 1736 1406
IIT Delhi 1782 1791 1882
IIT Madras 2310 2572 2786
IIT Kanpur 2776 2940 3155
IIT Roorkee 3437 3570 3685

The BTech ME cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. IIT Bombay has the lowest closing rank at 1685, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Delhi and IIT Madras. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has relatively higher closing ranks at 9875, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • IIT Bombay has the most competitive cutoff
  • IIT Delhi and IIT Madras show similar competition levels
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: IIT Bombay (Rank ~1685)
Highest cutoff: IIT (ISM) Dhanbad (Rank ~9875)
IIT Delhi falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for BTech ME Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, IIT Bombay is the most preferred institute for BTech ME , followed by IIT Delhi and IIT Madras. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 50 -
M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering) 449 -
M.Sc. in Chemistry 479 -
M.Tech. in Power System Engineering 490 -
M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering) 502 -
M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Machine Design) 539 View Details
M.Tech. in Mining Engineering 541 -
M.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (Communication and Signal Processing) 553 -
M.Tech in Computer science 711 -
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 3846 View Details

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad offers a range of BTech ME, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. Master of Business Administration (MBA) is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 50 , followed by M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering) at 449. Other courses also attract varying levels of competition depending on candidate preferences and seat intake. Reviewing cutoff trends across courses can help in making better admission decisions.

Popular Courses at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Based on Cutoff

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering) follows as the second most competitive
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry shows moderate competition
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad?

Among all courses, Master of Business Administration (MBA) consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, making it the most competitive branch. M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing Engineering) follows as another highly competitive option , while M.Sc. in Chemistry shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME Cutoff

What is the IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 9875 (2024).

Can I get IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME with rank 200?

Based on recent cutoff trends, this is possible for the General category.

Does IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 9601 to 10262, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 9875 for General category.

Is IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is IIT Bombay at rank 1685.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for BTech ME?

Based on available peer data, IIT Bombay has the lowest recent closing rank.

What factors affect IIT (ISM) Dhanbad BTech ME cutoff?

Major factors include exam difficulty, number of applicants, seat matrix, category allocation, and counselling round movements.