• Updated on 16 Sept, 2025 by Ankita Banerjee
The NIMCET 2025 cutoffs for Rounds 1, 2, 3, and the special round have already been released on the official website, nimcet.admissions.nic.in. With the final special round of seat allotment held on July 26, 2025, the admission process for NIMCET 2025 is now complete.
The NIMCET 2026 exam is scheduled for June 2026. Once the NIMCET 2026 Exam is conducted, the opening and closing ranks for each institute will be released through the NIMCET 2026 cutoff list. It’s important to note that clearing the cutoff doesn’t guarantee admission, but it improves the chances.
The cutoff for NIMCET varies based on multiple factors, including the candidate’s category, preferred college, rank, and seat availability at the time of counselling. The admission authorities consider all of these elements while preparing and using the cutoff list during seat allotment.
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Factors Influencing NIMCET 2026 Cutoff
The admission of candidates will be based entirely on their performance in the entrance exam, followed by their position in the NIMCET 2026 cutoff list and the final merit list. Several factors influence the cut-off marks for NIMCET 2026, and candidates should consider these while evaluating the cut-off trends. Below are the key factors that determine the NIMCET 2026 cut-off scores:
- Number of Applicants: A higher number of applicants can lead to increased competition, potentially raising the cutoff marks.
- Seat Availability: The total number of seats available across participating NITs influences the cutoff. Limited seats may result in higher cutoffs.
- Exam Difficulty Level: If the examination is deemed more challenging in a particular year, the cutoff marks may be adjusted accordingly.
- Overall Candidate Performance: The general performance level of candidates in the exam can impact the cutoff thresholds.
- Previous Years' Cutoff Trends: Historical data serves as a benchmark, aiding in setting the current year's cutoff.
Steps to Check NIMCET 2026 Cutoff
The NIMCET 2026 cut-off details will be released after the NIMCET 2026 Results are declared. Once available, students can follow these steps to check and download the NIMCET 2026 cut-off:
- Visit the Official NIMCET Website: Go to nimcet.admissions.nic.in.
- Navigate to the Cut-Off Section: On the homepage, look for a link or section labeled "Opening and Closing Rank 2026" or similar.
- Access the Cut-Off Information: Click on the relevant link to view the cut-off details.
- Download the Cut-Off PDF: Once the cut-off list is displayed, you can download the PDF for your reference.
NIMCET 2026 Qualifying Marks
The qualifying marks for NIMCET 2026 vary based on the candidate's category:
- General Category: 50%
- SC Category: 45%
- ST Category: 45%
- PwD Category: 40%
NIMCET 2026 Cut-Off
The expected NIMCET 2026 cut-off for different institutes has been tabulated below:
| NIT Campus | Expected Cut-Off Range |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 520 - 545 |
| NIT Agartala | 650 - 670 |
| NIT Raipur | 630 - 649 |
| NIT, Durgapur | 456 - 470 |
| NIT Bhopal | 296 - 319 |
| NIT, Calicut | 240 - 265 |
| NITK Surathkal | 167 - 180 |
| NIT Warangal | 80 - 105 |
| NIT Jamshedpur | 500 - 525 |
| NIT Allahabad | 200 - 220 |
| NIT Tiruchirappalli | 30 - 40 |
Read More: NIMCET Exam Pattern 2026
NIMCET 2026 Seat Matrix
A total of 1,033 seats are available across 11 participating institutes for NIMCET 2026. This year's participating institutions include:
- National Institute of Technology, Agartala (NIT Agartala)
- Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad (MNNIT Allahabad)
- Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal (MANIT Bhopal)
- National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur)
- National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra)
- National Institute of Technology, Patna (NIT Patna)
- National Institute of Technology, Raipur (NIT Raipur)
- National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal (NITK Surathkal)
- National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy)
- National Institute of Technology, Warangal (NIT Warangal)
- Indian Institute of Information Technology, Bhopal (IIIT Bhopal)
The seat distribution among the participating institutes is as follows:
| Name of NIT | OP | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PwD-OP | PwD-OBC | PwD-SC | PwD-ST | PwD-EWS | Total |
| NIT Agartala | 11 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| MNNIT Allahabad | 45 | 29 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 116 |
| MANIT Bhopal | 44 | 30 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 115 |
| NIT Jamshedpur | 44 | 30 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 115 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | 25 | 16 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| NIT Kurukshetra (Self-Financing) | 12 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| NIT Raipur | 43 | 27 | 15 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 110 |
| NITK Surathkal | 22 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| NIT Tiruchirappalli | 45 | 29 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 115 |
| NIT Warangal | 22 | 15 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 58 |
| IIIT Bhopal | 23 | 15 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| NIT Patna (Data sciences & informatics) | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| NIT Patna (Data sciences & informatics (Self-Financing) | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| NIT Patna (AI & IoT) | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| NIT Patna (AI & IoT) (Self-Financing) | 15 | 10 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Total | 396 | 262 | 147 | 74 | 101 | 19 | 16 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 1033 |
NIMCET 2026 Cutoff FAQs
What is the NIMCET 2026 cutoff?
The NIMCET 2026 cutoff refers to the minimum and maximum ranks required for admission to MCA programs at participating NITs. It will be released category-wise in the form of opening and closing ranks for each NIT.
Where can I check the NIMCET 2026 cutoff?
The cutoff will be published on the official NIMCET website: nimcet.admissions.nic.in. Candidates can access the cutoff details after each round of counselling.
How many seats are available for MCA admissions through NIMCET 2026?
A total of 1,033 seats are available across 11 participating institutes.
Will there be multiple rounds of cutoff releases?
Yes, the cutoff will be released after each round of counseling, based on seat availability and candidate rankings.
What should I do if my rank is just below the cutoff?
You can wait for subsequent counselling rounds as cutoff ranks may change. Additionally, explore alternative institutes offering MCA programs.
Is there any self-financed seat option in NITs?
Yes, certain NITs like NIT Kurukshetra and NIT Patna offer self-financed seats in MCA-related courses.