Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad
The Engineering Physics programme at IIT Dharwad closed at rank 14,696 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 1,309 places. Across all JoSAA-participating institutes, Indian Institute of Technology Madras has the most competitive Engineering Physics cutoff at rank 1,316.
Closing rank trend · Engineering Physics
Latest round each year · OPEN category · gender-neutral · All-India quota.
| Year | Opening | Closing | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10,431 | 11,851 | — |
| 2022 | 11,012 | 13,582 | ↑ +1,731 (easier) |
| 2023 | 11,412 | 13,387 | ↓ 195 (harder) |
| 2024 | 10,655 | 12,851 | ↓ 536 (harder) |
| 2025 | 11,766 | 12,980 | ↑ +129 (easier) |
| 2026 | 12,723 | 14,696 | ↑ +1,716 (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 | 14,696 | 21,227 |
| OBC-NCL | 5,775 | 9,521 |
| SC | 3,163 | 4,438 |
| ST | 1,539 | — |
| EWS | 2,441 | 4,357 |
Same programme at other institutes
Engineering Physics closing ranks across JoSAA institutes (2026, OPEN, gender-neutral).
Frequently asked questions
What is the JEE cutoff for Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad?
The closing rank for Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad in JoSAA 2026 (OPEN, gender-neutral, All-India quota) was 14,696. The opening rank was 12,723.
Has the Engineering Physics cutoff at IIT Dharwad changed over the years?
Yes — the closing rank has become easier by 1,309 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 Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad?
For the 2026 JoSAA counselling, the OBC-NCL closing rank for Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad was 5,775 (gender-neutral pool). The female-only pool closed at 9,521.
What is the SC cutoff for Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad?
The SC-category closing rank for Engineering Physics at IIT Dharwad in 2026 was 3,163 (gender-neutral pool).
Which other institutes offer Engineering Physics?
3+ JoSAA-participating institutes offer Engineering Physics. See the 'Same programme at other institutes' section above for a ranked list.