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

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Estd. 2009
NIRF #26 (Engineering) 2025

• Updated on 16 Jul, 2026 by Aafreen Zarief

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

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech ME
College Name IIT Mandi
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Advanced)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 9734 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 10590 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (8.08%)
Total Seats 60
Counselling Rounds 7 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 9734 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 10590. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech ME at IIT Mandi.

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 Mandi BTech ME in 2024 was 9734 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (10590 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

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

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

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 1477 1450 1364
Round 2 1496 1639 1501
Round 3 1496 1639 1501
Round 4 1496 1639 1501
Round 5 1676 1641 1501
Round 6 1676 1795 1639
Last Round 1676 1795 1639

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 8829 9218 8982
Round 2 8962 9651 9202
Round 3 8962 9651 9202
Round 4 8962 9651 9208
Round 5 9734 9746 9324
Round 6 9734 10590 10038
Last Round 9734 10590 10038

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 3810 3629 3562
Round 2 4010 4023 3767
Round 3 4027 4023 3767
Round 4 4027 4023 3767
Round 5 4112 4081 3767
Round 6 4112 4207 3849
Last Round 4112 4207 3849

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 2027 1962 1933
Round 2 2084 2167 1973
Round 3 2084 2167 1973
Round 4 2084 2167 1973
Round 5 2133 2167 1973
Round 6 2133 2192 2092
Last Round 2133 2192 2092

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 974 934 932
Round 2 974 1015 932
Round 3 974 1028 932
Round 4 974 1028 932
Round 5 974 1028 932
Round 6 974 1028 994
Last Round 974 1028 994

The IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 8829 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 9734 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 Mandi.

  • The final closing rank for IIT Mandi BTech ME in 2024 was 9734 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 8829 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 9734 ▲ 856 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 10590 ▼ 552 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 10038 - Base Year

The IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff has shown a consistent increase in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank improved from 10038 in 2022 to 10590 in 2023, and further to 9734 in 2024. This indicates a rising demand for the BTech ME program at IIT Mandi, with more high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 304 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~3.03%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2023 and 2024 with a change of 856 ranks.
  • IIT Mandi BTech ME remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 10038 10590 9734

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

IIT Mandi BTech ME Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 9734 - Very High
EWS 1676 8058 ranks High
OBC 4112 5622 ranks High
SC 2133 7601 ranks High
ST 974 8760 ranks High

The IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 9734, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 4112, showing a difference of 5622 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 2133 and 974 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 5622 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 8760 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for IIT Mandi BTech ME admission.

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

Factors affecting IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 10590 in 2023 to 9734 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 9734
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 Mandi 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 Mandi BTech ME

The IIT Mandi BTech ME seat matrix shows that a total of 60 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 Mandi vs Peer Colleges BTech ME Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
IIT Mandi 9734 10590 10038
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 Mandi has relatively higher closing ranks at 9734, 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 Mandi (Rank ~9734)
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 Mandi Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
M.Sc. in Physics 548 -
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering 3118 View Details
B.Tech in Microelectronics & VLSI 5467 -
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 6909 View Details
BTech ME (Current) 9734 View Details
B.Tech Civil Engineering 12562 View Details

IIT Mandi offers a range of BTech ME, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. M.Sc. in Physics is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 548 , followed by B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering at 3118. 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 Mandi Based on Cutoff

  • M.Sc. in Physics has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering follows as the second most competitive
  • B.Tech in Microelectronics & VLSI 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 Mandi?

Among all courses, M.Sc. in Physics consistently has the lowest cutoff at IIT Mandi, making it the most competitive branch. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering follows as another highly competitive option , while B.Tech in Microelectronics & VLSI shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on IIT Mandi BTech ME Cutoff

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

The latest available closing rank for General category is 9734 (2024).

Can I get IIT Mandi BTech ME with rank 200?

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

Does IIT Mandi BTech ME cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 9734 to 10590, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

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

The latest closing rank in the available data is 9734 for General category.

Is IIT Mandi 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 Mandi BTech ME cutoff?

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