NIT Calicut Cutoff 2026 (NITC)
Branch-wise opening and closing ranks for all categories — JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data. 2026 cutoffs expected to be similar.
Branch-Wise Cutoff Ranks — JoSAA 2025
Closing ranks (Round 6). OS = Other State, HS = Home State (Kerala).
| Branch | Gen OS | Gen HS | OBC OS | SC OS | ST OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 4,482 | 2,200 | 2,100 | 980 | 1,500 |
| Electronics & Communication | 7,500 | 3,800 | 3,500 | 1,700 | 2,600 |
| Electrical Engineering | 12,000 | 6,200 | 5,800 | 2,800 | 4,200 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 18,000 | 9,500 | 8,800 | 4,200 | 6,500 |
| Civil Engineering | 24,000 | 13,000 | 12,000 | 5,600 | 9,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | 20,000 | 10,500 | 10,000 | 4,700 | 7,500 |
| Production Engineering | 26,000 | 14,000 | 13,500 | 6,200 | 10,500 |
| Architecture | 15,000 | 7,800 | 7,500 | 3,500 | 5,800 |
Source: JoSAA 2025 Round 6 approximate. Verify at josaa.nic.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NIT Calicut CSE cutoff 2026?
NIT Calicut CSE cutoff in JoSAA 2025 was approximately AIR 4,482 (General OS closing rank). For OBC-NCL OS, it was around 2,100. Home state (Kerala) students get significant relaxation — General HS cutoff was approximately AIR 2,200. 2026 cutoffs expected to be similar.
What rank is needed for NIT Calicut?
For NIT Calicut CSE under General OS quota, you need approximately AIR 4,482 (~99.71 percentile). For ECE ~7,500, Electrical ~12,000, Mechanical ~18,000. Home state Kerala students have a 30–40% better rank requirement under HS quota.
Is NIT Calicut good for CSE?
Yes. NIT Calicut is a Tier-1 NIT ranked in the top 10 NITs. Its CSE branch has strong placement records with top recruiters including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Infosys. NITC is especially well-regarded in Kerala and has alumni networks across major tech companies.
What is the NIT Calicut home state quota cutoff?
NIT Calicut home state (HS) quota is for Kerala students. HS CSE closing rank in 2025 was approximately AIR 2,200 (General HS). This is much better than the OS cutoff of ~4,482. Kerala students with AIR below ~2,200 can secure NITC CSE under home state quota.
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