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IIT Patna - Indian Institute of Technology M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

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Estd. 2008
NIRF #19 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 9 Jun, 2026 by Simran

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – IIT JAM Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name M.Sc. in Chemistry
College Name IIT Patna
Admission Through IIT Delhi Counselling (via IIT JAM)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 644 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 674 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (4.45%)
Total Seats 30
Counselling Rounds 5 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body IIT Delhi

The IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 644 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 674. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for M.Sc. in Chemistry at IIT Patna.

Admission to the M.Sc. in Chemistry program is conducted through IIT Delhi Counselling (via IIT JAM) based on IIT JAM ranks, with a total of 5 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry in 2024 was 644 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (674 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry. Data is shown for the latest available years: 2024, 2023, 2022

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 656 622 577
Round 2 703 670 579
Round 3 703 678 581
Round 4 703 748 697

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 538 555 498
Round 2 621 592 509
Round 3 637 613 527
Round 4 637 674 570
Round 5 644 674 570

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2023
Round 1 5271
Round 2 5271
Round 3 5271
Round 4 5271

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 780 786 992
Round 2 942 820 1011
Round 3 1011 855 1011
Round 4 1016 888 1081
Round 5 1116 888 1081

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 2107 2222 2201
Round 2 2425 2505 2332
Round 3 2425 2606 2545
Round 4 2595 2715 2601
Round 5 3121 2715 2601

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 5045 3342 4922
Round 2 5045 3881 509
Round 3 5045 3881 5438
Round 4 5045 3881 5867
Round 5 5045 3881 5867

The IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 538 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 644 in the final round (Round 5). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during IIT Delhi counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the M.Sc. in Chemistry program at IIT Patna.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry in 2024 was 644 (Round 5).
  • The opening rank remained 538 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Round 5 during IIT Delhi counselling.

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 644 ▲ 30 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 674 ▼ 104 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 570 - Base Year

The IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 570 in 2022 to 674 in 2023, and further to 644 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the M.Sc. in Chemistry program at IIT Patna, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during IIT Delhi.

  • The closing rank changed by 74 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~12.98%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 104 ranks.
  • IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 570 674 644

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry. As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 644 - Very High
EWS 703 59 ranks High
OBC 1116 472 ranks Moderate
SC 3121 2477 ranks Lower
ST 5045 4401 ranks Lower

The IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 644, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 1116, showing a difference of 472 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 3121 and 5045 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 EWS at 59 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 4401 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry admission.

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

Factors affecting IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 674 in 2023 to 644 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 644
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 Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry, 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 IIT Delhi 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 Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry

The IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry 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 Patna vs Peer Colleges M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Patna 644 674 570
IIT Delhi 108 115 102
IIT Madras 200 262 238
IIT Roorkee 221 224 199
IIT Guwahati 267 275 259
IIT Hyderabad 336 356 319

The M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. IIT Delhi has the lowest closing rank at 108, making it the most competitive choice , followed by IIT Madras and IIT Roorkee. IIT Patna has relatively higher closing ranks at 644, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

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

Lowest cutoff: IIT Delhi (Rank ~108)
Highest cutoff: IIT Patna (Rank ~644)
IIT Madras falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for M.Sc. in Chemistry Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, IIT Delhi is the most preferred institute for M.Sc. in Chemistry , followed by IIT Madras and IIT Roorkee. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at IIT Patna Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
M.Sc. in Chemistry (Current) 644 View Details
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering 5196 -
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering + MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management (IIM Bodh Gaya) 6895 -

IIT Patna offers a range of M.Sc. in Chemistry, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. M.Sc. in Chemistry is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 644 , followed by B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering at 5196. 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 Patna Based on Cutoff

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering follows as the second most competitive
  • B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering + MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management (IIM Bodh Gaya) 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 Patna?

Among all courses, M.Sc. in Chemistry consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT Patna, making it the most competitive branch. B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering follows as another highly competitive option , while B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering + MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management (IIM Bodh Gaya) shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry Cutoff

What is the IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 644 (2024).

Can I get IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 570 to 674, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 644 for General category.

Is IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is IIT Delhi at rank 108.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for M.Sc. in Chemistry?

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

What factors affect IIT Patna M.Sc. in Chemistry cutoff?

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