Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
The Chemistry programme at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur closed at rank 14,760 in the 2026 JoSAA counselling for the OPEN category (gender-neutral, All-India quota). Compared to three years earlier, the closing rank has eased by 1,249 places. Across all JoSAA-participating institutes, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has the most competitive Chemistry cutoff at rank 7,099.
Closing rank trend · Chemistry
Latest round each year · OPEN category · gender-neutral · All-India quota.
| Year | Opening | Closing | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7,048 | 10,416 | — |
| 2019 | 7,533 | 10,645 | ↑ +229 (easier) |
| 2020 | 7,134 | 11,415 | ↑ +770 (easier) |
| 2021 | 6,928 | 11,294 | ↓ 121 (harder) |
| 2022 | 9,073 | 12,252 | ↑ +958 (easier) |
| 2023 | 9,884 | 13,511 | ↑ +1,259 (easier) |
| 2024 | 7,869 | 12,488 | ↓ 1,023 (harder) |
| 2025 | 10,734 | 11,933 | ↓ 555 (harder) |
| 2026 | 10,041 | 14,760 | ↑ +2,827 (easier) |
Closing ranks by category × gender · 2026
Round 5 · All-India quota. Lower rank = harder to get in.
| Category | Gender-neutral pool | Female pool |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 14,760 | 22,088 |
| OBC-NCL | 5,798 | 9,932 |
| SC | 3,155 | 3,835 |
| ST | 1,588 | 2,100 |
| EWS | 2,305 | 4,335 |
Same programme at other institutes
Chemistry closing ranks across JoSAA institutes (2026, OPEN, gender-neutral).
Frequently asked questions
What is the JEE cutoff for Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur?
The closing rank for Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur in JoSAA 2026 (OPEN, gender-neutral, All-India quota) was 14,760. The opening rank was 10,041.
Has the Chemistry cutoff at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur changed over the years?
Yes — the closing rank has become easier by 1,249 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 Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur?
For the 2026 JoSAA counselling, the OBC-NCL closing rank for Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur was 5,798 (gender-neutral pool). The female-only pool closed at 9,932.
What is the SC cutoff for Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur?
The SC-category closing rank for Chemistry at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur in 2026 was 3,155 (gender-neutral pool).
Which other institutes offer Chemistry?
3+ JoSAA-participating institutes offer Chemistry. See the 'Same programme at other institutes' section above for a ranked list.