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IIT Dharwad - Indian Institute of Technology B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff

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Estd. 2016
NIRF #77 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 17 Sept, 2026 by Abhishek Rawat

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (2023, 2022, 2021) – JEE Advanced Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name B.Tech in Electrical Engineering
College Name IIT Dharwad
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2023) 10267 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2022) 10950 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (6.24%)
Total Seats 30
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff 2023 for the General category closed at 10267 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2022, where the closing rank was 10950. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for B.Tech in Electrical Engineering at IIT Dharwad.

Admission to the B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 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 Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering in 2023 was 10267 for General category.
  • Compared to 2022 (10950 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2023, 2022, 2021

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2023 2022 2021
Round 1 1486 1329 -
Round 2 1547 1329 -
Round 3 1547 1408 -
Round 4 1547 1408 -
Round 5 1547 1539 -
Round 6 1654 1768 1536
Last Round 1654 1768 -

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2023 2022 2021
Round 1 9289 9279 -
Round 2 9511 9628 -
Round 3 9682 9825 -
Round 4 9682 9825 -
Round 5 9682 9893 -
Round 6 10267 10950 9463
Last Round 10267 10950 -

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2021
Round 1 8469
Round 2 8779
Round 3 8779
Round 4 8779
Round 5 8779
Round 6 9463
Last Round 9463

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2023 2022 2021
Round 1 3657 3552 -
Round 2 3841 3645 -
Round 3 3841 3645 -
Round 4 3841 3645 -
Round 5 3965 3686 -
Round 6 3966 3750 3818
Last Round 3966 3750 -

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2023 2022 2021
Round 1 2102 1972 -
Round 2 2125 2117 -
Round 3 2125 2117 -
Round 4 2125 2117 -
Round 5 2166 2117 -
Round 6 2282 2126 2297
Last Round 2282 2126 -

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2023 2022 2021
Round 1 856 943 -
Round 2 871 967 -
Round 3 871 967 -
Round 4 871 967 -
Round 5 871 967 -
Round 6 871 967 986
Last Round 871 967 -

The IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff 2023 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 9289 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 10267 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 B.Tech in Electrical Engineering program at IIT Dharwad.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering in 2023 was 10267 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 9289 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff Trends (2021-2023)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2023 10267 ▲ 683 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2022 10950 ▼ 1487 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2021 9463 - Base Year

The IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 9463 in 2021 to 10950 in 2022, and further to 10267 in 2023. This indicates a decreasing demand for the B.Tech in Electrical Engineering program at IIT Dharwad, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 804 ranks from 2021 to 2023 (~8.50%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2021 and 2022 with a change of 1487 ranks.
  • IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2021 2022 2023 9463 10950 10267

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2023

Category Closing Rank (2023) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 10267 - Very High
EWS 1654 8613 ranks High
OBC 3966 6301 ranks High
SC 2282 7985 ranks High
ST 871 9396 ranks High

The IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff 2023 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 10267, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 3966, showing a difference of 6301 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 2282 and 871 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 6301 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 9396 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering admission.

Impact of Reservation on IIT Dharwad 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 Dharwad while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 10950 in 2022 to 10267 in 2023
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2023 is 10267
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 Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, 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 Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

The IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering seat matrix shows that a total of 30 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 Dharwad vs Peer Colleges B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff

College 2023 Closing Rank (General) 2022 2021
IIT Dharwad 10267 10950 9463
BBAU 93.78 - -
IIT Bombay 481 369 -
IIT Delhi 582 574 -
IIT Madras 964 1028 -
IIT Kanpur 1349 1368 -

The B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. BBAU has the lowest closing rank at 93.78, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi. IIT Dharwad has relatively higher closing ranks at 10267, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

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

Lowest cutoff: BBAU (Rank ~93.78)
Highest cutoff: IIT Dharwad (Rank ~10267)
IIT Bombay falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, BBAU is the most preferred institute for B.Tech in Electrical Engineering , followed by IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at IIT Dharwad Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 5978 View Details
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Current) 10267 View Details

IIT Dharwad offers a range of B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 5978 , followed by B.Tech in Electrical Engineering at 10267. 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 Dharwad Based on Cutoff

  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • B.Tech in Electrical Engineering follows as the second most competitive
  • Additional course comparison limited
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at IIT Dharwad?

Among all courses, B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT Dharwad, making it the most competitive branch. B.Tech in Electrical Engineering follows as another highly competitive option . Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering Cutoff

What is the IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 10267 (2023).

Can I get IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 9463 to 10950, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 10267 for General category.

Is IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is BBAU at rank 93.78.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for B.Tech in Electrical Engineering?

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

What factors affect IIT Dharwad B.Tech in Electrical Engineering cutoff?

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