JoSAA Opening and Closing Rank 2026 (Round 1 Out): Download Round Wise IIT, NIT, IIIT & GFTI Cutoff PDFs

Last Updated: June, 2026

JoSAA Opening and Closing Rank 2026 Round 1 is officially out. On June 13, 2026, the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) published the Round 1 cutoff data for all the participating institutes, including the IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. If you are currently in the JoSAA counselling 2026 process, these ranks are your most direct tool to figure out where you actually stand.

So, what exactly are these ranks? The opening rank is the lowest (best) rank at which a seat was offered in a particular institute and branch. The closing rank is the highest rank at which the last seat was filled. Anything between these two numbers is your realistic admission zone for that round.

This page contains JoSAA 2026 Opening and Closing Ranks of all the IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs in an institute-wise format for each round and can be downloaded as a PDF directly. We will keep updating this page as Rounds 2 through 5 are released.

JoSAA Opening and Closing Ranks 2026: Institute-Wise Overview

Here is a quick snapshot of what is available right now and what is coming:

Motion Insight: Always check ranks for your specific category and quota (Home State / Other State). General category closing ranks and OBC/SC/ST closing ranks can differ significantly.

JoSAA 2026 Opening and Closing Rank for IITs: Round-Wise Cutoff PDF

IIT cutoffs under JoSAA 2026 are based on your JEE Advanced 2026 All India Rank (AIR). There are 23 IITs participating this year, including IISc Bangalore. Round 1 cutoff PDFs are now live. Rounds 2-5 will follow as each allotment result is announced.

Check Out:Which is the Best IIT in India – Check Ranking, Courses Offered, Placements, Admission 

JoSAA 2026 Opening and Closing Rank for NITs: Round-Wise Cutoff PDF

For NITs, the JoSAA cutoff 2026 is calculated on the basis of your JEE Main 2026 Common Rank List (CRL). There are 31 NITs in the JoSAA system this year. Note that NIT cutoffs are released separately for Home State quota and Other State quota so make sure you are checking the right column for your state.

Check Out: List of Top NIT Colleges in India 

JoSAA 2026 Opening and Closing Rank for IIITs and GFTIs: Round-Wise Cutoff PDF

IIITs and GFTIs are also part of the JoSAA counselling 2026 system. A total of 26 IIITs and 56 GFTIs participate this year. Their cutoffs are also based on JEE Main 2026 ranks. Despite being overlooked, there are many GFTIs that provide good placement in core branches.

Motion Insight: Don’t give up if your rank is just (just in case definition) a step higher than the last rank for your desired college in Round 1. Closing ranks typically relax by 8–15% from Round 1 to the final round as seats open up.

How to Check JoSAA Opening and Closing Ranks 2026?

To check the official opening and closing cut-offs directly from the JoSAA portal follow the steps below:

1. Go to the official site (idiom site) – josaa.nic.in
2. On the Seat Allotment section, click on the ‘Opening & Closing Ranks’ option.
3. Choose your preferred institute: IIT, NIT, IIIT or GFTI
4. Select the round number (Round 1 available at this time)
5. Download the PDF and filter by program name, category and quota.

Why Are JoSAA 2026 Opening and Closing Ranks Important for You?

These are not mere numbers of rank! Let’s understand why all serious JoSAA 2026 aspirants should go through them:

• Admission probability check: Check your rank vs closing rank and know your actual chances in any Institute/ Branch combination.
• Smarter choice filling: Create a realistic list of dream, realistic and safe choices. Do not rely on guesses use actual JoSAA round 1 cutoff 2026
• Float vs. Freeze decisions: If you are selected in Round 1 and wish to increase your chances of getting a better option, the trend will assist you in deciding whether to Float or Freeze.
• Category-wise planning: The difference between the general category and reserved category JoSAA opening and closing ranks may be significant, so students of the reserved category must always check the difference.
• Final round benchmark: The most accurate benchmark to be put for admission planning is the closing rank in round 5. Use Round 1 as a starting point, not a final verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions on JoSAA Opening and Closing Rank 2026

Q1. When was JoSAA 2026 Round 1 cutoff released?

JoSAA has announced the Round 1 opening and closing ranks 2026 on June 13, 2026, and the Round 1 seat allotment results at josaa.nic.in.

Q2. How many rounds does JoSAA 2026 have?

JoSAA 2026 has 5 rounds of seat allotment. Round 1 is out (June 13), and the final Round 5 is scheduled for July 16, 2026. Any seats vacant after Round 5 go to CSAB counselling.

Q3. Which rank is used for IIT cutoffs vs. NIT cutoffs in JoSAA 2026?

The IIT cut off 2026 is formed based on the JEE Advanced 2026 AIR. The JEE Main 2026 CRL rank is used for NIT, IIIT and GFTI cutoffs.

Q4. Which round’s closing rank should I use for admission planning?

Always refer to the final round (Round 5) closing rank for the most accurate picture. Round 1 closing ranks are tighter and tend to relax as rounds progress.

Q5. Where can I download the JoSAA cutoff PDF for all rounds?

Download the round-wise JoSAA 2026 cutoff PDF from the official JoSAA website (idioms website) – josaa.nic.in or the quick download links given in the tables above on this page.

Author: Saumya Sarin (Content Writer at Motion Education)

Reviewed By: Motion Education JEE Academic Team

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