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IIT Goa - Indian Institute of Technology B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering Cutoff

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Estd. 2016
NIRF #101-150 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 20 Apr, 2026 by Aafreen Zarief

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

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech ME
College Name IIT Goa
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 12066 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 13483 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (10.51%)
Total Seats 45
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 12066 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 13483. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech ME at IIT Goa.

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 Goa BTech ME in 2024 was 12066 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (13483 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

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

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

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1696 1755 1630
Round 2 1758 1770 1657
Round 3 1758 1804 1657
Round 4 1758 1804 1657
Round 5 1781 1804 1657
Round 6 1781 2051 2004
Last Round 1781 2051 2004

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 10653 11060 11209
Round 2 10869 12315 11535
Round 3 10869 12320 11535
Round 4 10869 12320 11535
Round 5 12066 12320 11793
Round 6 12066 13483 13031
Last Round 12066 13483 13031

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 4225 4284 4046
Round 2 4492 4614 4231
Round 3 4553 4614 4231
Round 4 4553 4614 4231
Round 5 4696 4661 4231
Round 6 4696 4810 4642
Last Round 4696 4810 4642

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 2344 2121 2108
Round 2 2350 2459 2218
Round 3 2350 2471 2218
Round 4 2350 2471 2218
Round 5 2427 2471 2218
Round 6 2427 2615 2248
Last Round 2427 2615 2248

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1105 858 1019
Round 2 1110 977 1019
Round 3 1110 977 1019
Round 4 1110 977 1019
Round 5 1151 977 1019
Round 6 1151 977 1019
Last Round 1151 977 1019

The IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 10653 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 12066 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 Goa.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Goa BTech ME in 2024 was 12066 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 10653 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 12066 ▲ 1417 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 13483 ▼ 452 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 13031 - Base Year

The IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff has shown a consistent increase in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank improved from 13031 in 2022 to 13483 in 2023, and further to 12066 in 2024. This indicates a rising demand for the BTech ME program at IIT Goa, with more high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 965 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~7.41%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2023 and 2024 with a change of 1417 ranks.
  • IIT Goa BTech ME remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 13031 13483 12066

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

IIT Goa BTech ME Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 12066 - Very High
EWS 1781 10285 ranks High
OBC 4696 7370 ranks High
SC 2427 9639 ranks High
ST 1151 10915 ranks High

The IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 12066, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 4696, showing a difference of 7370 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 2427 and 1151 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 7370 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 10915 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Goa BTech ME admission.

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

Factors affecting IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 13483 in 2023 to 12066 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 12066
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 Goa 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 Goa BTech ME

The IIT Goa BTech ME seat matrix shows that a total of 45 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 Goa vs Peer Colleges BTech ME Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Goa 12066 13483 13031
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 Goa has relatively higher closing ranks at 12066, 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 Goa (Rank ~12066)
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 Goa Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 5371 View Details
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 9603 View Details
BTech ME (Current) 12066 View Details

IIT Goa offers a range of BTech ME, 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 5371 , followed by B.Tech in Electrical Engineering at 9603. 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 Goa 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
  • BTech ME 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 Goa?

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

FAQs on IIT Goa BTech ME Cutoff

What is the IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 12066 (2024).

Can I get IIT Goa BTech ME with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Goa BTech ME cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 12066 to 13483, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Goa BTech ME in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 12066 for General category.

Is IIT Goa 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 Goa BTech ME cutoff?

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