IIT Branch Cutoffs and Rankings (Session Summary)

Jul 13, 2024

IIT Branch Cutoffs and Rankings

Overview

  • Discussion on ranks and marks cutoffs for various IITs for the years 2022 and 2023.
  • Comparison of branch cutoffs to identify trends in popularity and difficulty.
  • Overview of NIRF rankings and insights on branch-specific cutoffs.

Key Points

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NIRF Rankings

  • Top IITs (as per NIRF)
    • IIT Madras: 1st
    • IIT Delhi: 2nd
    • IIT Bombay: 3rd
    • Others: Kanpur, Kharagpur, Guwahati
  • Secondary Rankings
    • Various ranks for non-primary IITs like Hyderabad, Indore, etc.

Student Statistics (JEE Main and Advanced)

  • 10-11 lakh students appear in JEE Main. ~2.5 lakh qualify for JEE Advanced.
  • Of these, ~1.4 to 1.8 lakh students appear for JEE Advanced each year.
  • 2023 Data: Increased participation with 1.8 lakh students appearing.
  • Cutoff Criteria
    • 2022: Subject-wise cutoff: 5; Total aggregate: 55.
    • 2023: Subject-wise cutoff: 8; Total aggregate: 86.

IIT-specific Cutoffs (2022 vs 2023)

IIT Bombay

  • CS and Engineering: 61 (2022); 67 (2023)
  • Electrical Engineering: Increased competitiveness
  • MSc Mathematics: Significant improvement
  • New Branch (2023): Environmental Science and Engineering

IIT Delhi

  • Computer Science: 118 (2022); 102 (2023)
  • Mathematics and Computing: High competitiveness
  • Last Branch: Textile Technology: 6690 (2023)
  • Ideal Ranks for Good Branches: ~2000

IIT Madras

  • CS and Engineering: Improved from 175 (2022) to 148 (2023)
  • Electrical Engineering: 964 (2023)
  • Overall improvement in higher branches.

IIT Kanpur

  • CS and Engineering: 238 (2022); 352 (2023)
  • BS in Stats and Data Science: 1,090 (2023)
  • Good Branches: End around 4,300 rank

IIT Kharagpur

  • CS and Engineering: 279 (2023) from 303
  • Mathematics and Computing: Improved rank
  • Last branches up to rank ~14,026

IIT Roorkee

  • CS and Engineering: 198 marks (56%) for top branches.
  • Mechanical: Closes at ~4,000 rank with 35%
  • Last branch: ~8,600 rank with 30%

IIT Guwahati

  • Ideal Rank: 4,500 to 5,000 for good branches
  • Last Branch: Up to ~10,000 rank

Strategy and Marks

  • For Primary IITs Top Branches (e.g., Bombay, Delhi, Madras)
    • Target: Above 50% in JEE Advanced
  • Primary IITs, Decent Branches: Ranks 2,000 to 5,000
  • Non-Primary IITs: Ranks 5,000 to 8,000 for decent branches
  • Bottom Branches: Competition less stringent

Recommendations for Students

  • Utilize the crash course for comprehensive prep.
  • Target top branches with diligent study.
  • Understand that even ranks below 10,000 can secure a position in IIT.

Conclusion

  • Importance of consistent effort in preparation.
  • Current preparation strategy can still ensure good results.
  • Detailed marks-related cut-offs to be shared for more clarity.
  • Encouragement for students to pursue their IIT dreams with dedication.