Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
The Physics programme at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur closed at rank 5,370 in the 2025 JoSAA counselling for the OPEN category (gender-neutral, All-India quota). Compared to three years earlier, the closing rank has eased by 197 places. Across all JoSAA-participating institutes, Indian Institute of Technology Madras has the most competitive Physics cutoff at rank 2,556.
Closing rank trend · Physics
Latest round each year · OPEN category · gender-neutral · All-India quota.
| Year | Opening | Closing | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,630 | 4,122 | — |
| 2022 | 1,010 | 5,173 | ↑ +1,051 (easier) |
| 2023 | 2,789 | 6,153 | ↑ +980 (easier) |
| 2024 | 3,377 | 5,508 | ↓ 645 (harder) |
| 2025 | 2,506 | 5,370 | ↓ 138 (harder) |
Closing ranks by category × gender · 2025
Round 6 · All-India quota. Lower rank = harder to get in.
| Category | Gender-neutral pool | Female pool |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 5,370 | 17,413 |
| OBC-NCL | 3,790 | 8,002 |
| SC | 2,182 | 2,853 |
| ST | 1,389 | 1,738 |
| EWS | 1,635 | 2,929 |
Same programme at other institutes
Physics closing ranks across JoSAA institutes (2025, OPEN, gender-neutral).
Frequently asked questions
What is the JEE cutoff for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur?
The closing rank for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur in JoSAA 2025 (OPEN, gender-neutral, All-India quota) was 5,370. The opening rank was 2,506.
Has the Physics cutoff at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur changed over the years?
Yes — the closing rank has become easier by 197 places over the last three years. See the year-by-year trend table above for the full history.
What is the OBC-NCL cutoff for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur?
For the 2025 JoSAA counselling, the OBC-NCL closing rank for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur was 3,790 (gender-neutral pool). The female-only pool closed at 8,002.
What is the SC cutoff for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur?
The SC-category closing rank for Physics at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur in 2025 was 2,182 (gender-neutral pool).
Which other institutes offer Physics?
2+ JoSAA-participating institutes offer Physics. See the 'Same programme at other institutes' section above for a ranked list.
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