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• Updated on 10 Oct, 2025 by Muskan Sah

REC BTech IT Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – JEE Main Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name BTech IT
College Name REC
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 152465 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 161285 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (5.47%)
Total Seats 60
Counselling Rounds 5 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The REC BTech IT cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 152465 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 161285. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for BTech IT at REC.

Admission to the BTech IT program is conducted through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main) based on JEE Main ranks, with a total of 5 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for REC BTech IT in 2024 was 152465 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (161285 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

REC BTech IT Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

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

REC BTech IT Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 167682 161413 110378
Round 2 191372 188261 128867
Round 3 193104 188808 128867
Round 4 193104 199750 128867
Last Round 193104 199750 128867

REC BTech IT Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 140987 140144 97104
Round 2 168416 164261 118839
Round 3 173954 164340 118839
Round 4 173954 168429 118839
Last Round 173954 168429 118839

REC BTech IT Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2023 2022
Round 1 131577 93767
Round 2 157846 107616
Round 3 164340 107616
Round 4 164340 107616
Last Round 164340 107616

REC BTech IT Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 152190 150230 104421
Round 2 184648 173131 128697
Round 3 186466 168429 128697
Round 4 194358 173914 128697
Last Round 194358 173914 128697

REC BTech IT Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 434336 370504 293715
Round 2 508084 460368 329073
Round 3 567799 495973 329073
Round 4 584172 510564 329073
Last Round 584172 510564 329073

REC BTech IT Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 691490 621210 423673
Round 2 602829 621210 688929
Round 3 602829 621210 688929
Round 4 602829 621210 688929
Last Round 602829 621210 688929

The REC BTech IT cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 140987 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 173954 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 IT program at REC.

  • The final closing rank for REC BTech IT in 2024 was 173954 (Last Round).
  • The opening rank remained 140987 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Last Round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

REC BTech IT Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 152465 ▲ 8820 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 161285 ▼ 53669 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 107616 - Base Year

The REC BTech IT cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 107616 in 2022 to 161285 in 2023, and further to 152465 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the BTech IT program at REC, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 44849 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~41.68%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 53669 ranks.
  • REC BTech IT remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 107616 161285 152465

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

REC BTech IT Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 152465 - Very High
EWS 193104 40639 ranks Lower
OBC 194358 41893 ranks Lower
SC 584172 431707 ranks Lower
ST 602829 450364 ranks Lower

The REC BTech IT cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 152465, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 194358, showing a difference of 41893 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 584172 and 602829 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 40639 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 450364 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for REC BTech IT admission.

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

Factors affecting REC BTech IT cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 161285 in 2023 to 152465 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 152465
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 REC BTech IT, 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 REC BTech IT

The REC BTech IT 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.

REC vs Peer Colleges BTech IT Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
REC 152465 161285 107616
IIIT Bhubaneswar 49902 44608 44455
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya 50463 - -
VIT - Vidyalankar Institute of Technology 58690 54163 50556
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh) 65967 - -
IST 106694 - 52624

The BTech IT cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. IIIT Bhubaneswar has the lowest closing rank at 49902, making it the most competitive choice , followed by Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and VIT - Vidyalankar Institute of Technology. REC has relatively higher closing ranks at 152465, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • IIIT Bhubaneswar has the most competitive cutoff
  • Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and VIT - Vidyalankar Institute of Technology show similar competition levels
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: IIIT Bhubaneswar (Rank ~49902)
Highest cutoff: REC (Rank ~152465)
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for BTech IT Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, IIIT Bhubaneswar is the most preferred institute for BTech IT , followed by Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and VIT - Vidyalankar Institute of Technology. Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at REC Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
BTech IT (Current) 152465 View Details
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering 287480 View Details
B.Tech Civil Engineering 395731 -

REC offers a range of BTech IT, with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. BTech IT is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 152465 , followed by B.Tech in Electrical Engineering at 287480. 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 REC Based on Cutoff

  • BTech IT has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • B.Tech in Electrical Engineering follows as the second most competitive
  • B.Tech Civil Engineering shows moderate competition
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at REC?

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

FAQs on REC BTech IT Cutoff

What is the REC BTech IT cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 152465 (2024).

Can I get REC BTech IT with rank 200?

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

Does REC BTech IT cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 107616 to 161285, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for REC BTech IT in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 152465 for General category.

Is REC BTech IT better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is IIIT Bhubaneswar at rank 49902.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for BTech IT?

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

What factors affect REC BTech IT cutoff?

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