Check JoSAA 2026 IIT CSE Cut Off Round 1, opening and closing ranks, college-wise analysis, rank-wise admission chances, and counselling guidance.

The first round of JoSAA 2026 counselling has highlighted the continued dominance of Computer Science and Engineering as the most sought-after branch among JEE Advanced qualifiers. CSE at IIT Bombay closed at an impressive AIR 65, while IIT Delhi and IIT Madras closed at AIR 123 and AIR 149 respectively.

Among the second-generation IITs, IIT Hyderabad emerged as a strong contender with a closing rank of AIR 647. IIT BHU, Indore and Gandhinagar also attracted significant demand from top-ranking candidates.

Interestingly, candidates with ranks up to AIR 7981 could still secure CSE in an IIT through IIT Bhilai, demonstrating the expanded opportunities available across newer IITs.

JoSAA 2026 IIT CSE Cut Off Round 1 : Major Trends in JoSAA 2026 Round 1

IIT Bombay Continues to Dominate

IIT Bombay once again recorded the lowest closing rank for CSE at AIR 65, reaffirming its position as the most preferred engineering institute in India.

IIT Hyderabad Strengthens Its Position

With a closing rank of AIR 647, IIT Hyderabad continues to compete with older IITs and remains a preferred destination for Computer Science aspirants.

IIT BHU Emerges as the Best Option Beyond Top IITs

The institute closed at AIR 1436, making it one of the strongest choices for candidates outside the top 1000 ranks.

Demand for Computer Science Remains Unmatched

The data clearly indicates that students continue to prioritize CSE over most other engineering branches due to strong placement opportunities and industry demand.

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