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CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026
The CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026 has been released following the final CSAB Special Round seat allotment. The official cutoff contains opening and closing ranks for different NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. Each cutoff row is defined by the institute, academic programme, quota, seat type and gender pool.
The official CSAB portal states that all ranks displayed in the CSAB Special opening and closing rank table are All India CRL ranks. Therefore, the EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST and PwD rows also display candidates’ CRL ranks rather than their category ranks.
The cutoff data covers candidates who received a fresh seat in the CSAB Special Rounds and candidates whose existing JoSAA or CSAB allotment was upgraded. Candidates should match every field before comparing their JEE Main rank with the cutoff.
CSAB Round 2 Opening and Closing Ranks 2026
The CSAB Round 2 opening rank is the smallest numerical All India CRL recorded under one exact institute, programme, quota, seat type and gender-pool combination. The closing rank is the largest numerical CRL recorded under the same combination.
A larger numerical closing rank means that allotment extended to a larger CRL number for that particular combination. It does not necessarily mean that the programme or institute is better or less competitive.
Similarly, a lower closing rank may indicate stronger competition only when the institute, programme, quota, seat type and gender pool being compared are equivalent. The opening rank is not the minimum eligibility requirement, and the closing rank does not guarantee admission in another counselling year.
Before comparing the CSAB Round 2 cutoff:
- Match the exact academic programme.
- Check whether the quota is Home State, Other State or All India.
- Match OPEN or the applicable reserved seat type.
- Keep Gender-Neutral and Female-only rows separate.
- Check PwD and non-PwD seat types separately.
- Do not compare DASA-CIWG or DASA-Non CIWG rows with regular CSAB seats.
- Do not compare B.Arch ranks directly with B.Tech ranks.
The table below presents selected Other State, OPEN, Gender-Neutral NIT cutoffs. Among these selected rows, NIT Karnataka’s Computational and Data Science programme records the smallest closing rank at 3,905.
| Institute | Programme | Quota | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Karnataka, Surathkal | Computational and Data Science | Other State | 3,905 | 3,905 |
| MNNIT Allahabad | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 5,729 | 5,800 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 6,597 | 6,597 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Mathematics and Computing | Other State | 9,292 | 9,292 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 11,268 | 11,328 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 15,824 | 16,230 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Data Science and Engineering | Other State | 19,580 | 19,667 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Electrical Engineering | Other State | 26,177 | 27,165 |
An identical opening and closing rank means that the same candidate rank set both recorded limits for that particular combination. It does not establish how many seats were originally available.
CSAB Round 2 Cutoff: Category-Wise Ranks
The CSAB Round 2 category-wise cutoff is presented through different seat types, including OPEN, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST and their applicable PwD combinations. A valid comparison requires the institute, programme, quota and gender pool to remain the same.
Keep the following rules in mind:
- Do not compare two seat types if their programme, quota or gender pool is different.
- Do not describe an EWS, OBC-NCL, SC or ST cutoff displayed by CSAB as a category rank.
- All ranks in the CSAB Special cutoff table are All India CRL ranks.
- Treat Female-only, including Supernumerary, as a separate gender pool.
- PwD combinations must be checked separately from non-PwD rows.
NIT Jalandhar CSE Category-Wise Cutoff
The following table keeps the institute, programme, Other State quota and Gender-Neutral pool unchanged. Only the seat type differs.
| Institute and Programme | Seat Type | Opening CRL | Closing CRL |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Jalandhar - CSE | OPEN | 15,824 | 16,230 |
| NIT Jalandhar - CSE | EWS | 18,003 | 18,089 |
| NIT Jalandhar - CSE | OBC-NCL | 19,769 | 19,979 |
| NIT Jalandhar - CSE | SC | 75,124 | 75,124 |
IIIT Sri City CSE Category-Wise Cutoff
| Seat Type | Opening CRL | Closing CRL |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 25,840 | 26,229 |
| EWS | 32,348 | 32,826 |
| OBC-NCL | 35,133 | 35,483 |
| SC | 1,44,608 | 1,44,608 |
| ST | 2,46,833 | 2,50,761 |
BIT Mesra CSE Category-Wise Cutoff
| Seat Type | Opening CRL | Closing CRL |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN | 28,948 | 29,411 |
| EWS | 40,058 | 41,017 |
| OBC-NCL | 43,815 | 44,904 |
| SC | 1,72,469 | 1,73,216 |
| ST | 3,25,938 | 3,34,690 |
These figures demonstrate why candidates must compare their CRL with the correct seat-type row. A reserved seat-type cutoff is not a category rank in the CSAB Special opening and closing rank table.
CSAB Round 2 Cutoff: College and Branch-Wise Analysis
The CSAB Round 2 college-wise cutoff changes considerably across academic programmes. A college cannot be represented by one closing rank because CSE, IT, AI, Data Science, ECE, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and other programmes have separate allotment rows.
Quota and gender pool also affect the cutoff. Therefore, candidates should avoid quoting a college cutoff without mentioning the programme and applicable allotment conditions.
NIT CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026
The following table covers selected NIT programmes under the OPEN, Gender-Neutral seat combination. Most rows use the Other State quota. The applicable quota has been included separately to prevent incorrect comparisons.
| NIT | Programme | Quota | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Karnataka, Surathkal | Electronics and Communication Engineering | Other State | 4,259 | 4,259 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 6,597 | 6,597 |
| NIT Karnataka, Surathkal | Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Other State | 8,237 | 8,473 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Mathematics and Computing | Other State | 9,292 | 9,292 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 11,268 | 11,328 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Electronics and Communication Engineering | Other State | 11,633 | 11,633 |
| NIT Calicut | Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Other State | 15,296 | 16,038 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Computer Science and Engineering | Other State | 15,824 | 16,230 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Electrical Engineering | Other State | 16,039 | 16,204 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Data Science and Engineering | Other State | 19,580 | 19,667 |
| NIT Kurukshetra | Electrical Engineering | Other State | 22,505 | 23,388 |
| NIT Jalandhar | Electrical Engineering | Other State | 26,177 | 27,165 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Civil Engineering | Other State | 34,609 | 34,609 |
| MANIT Bhopal | Chemical Engineering | Home State | 45,422 | 45,422 |
For the selected B.Tech rows, NIT Karnataka’s ECE has the smallest closing rank at 4,259, while MANIT Bhopal Chemical Engineering under the Home State quota closes at 45,422.
Architecture ranks must not be compared directly with B.Tech ranks. For reference, MANIT Bhopal Architecture under the Other State, OPEN, Gender-Neutral combination has an opening rank of 1,012 and a closing rank of 1,109.
IIIT CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026
The following IIIT cutoffs use the All India quota, OPEN seat type and Gender-Neutral pool. Both opening and closing ranks have been included.
| IIIT | Programme | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIIT Allahabad | Information Technology | 6,446 | 6,505 |
| ABV-IIITM Gwalior | Computer Science and Engineering | 10,778 | 10,958 |
| IIIT Lucknow | Computer Science | 11,127 | 11,239 |
| IIIT Lucknow | Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | 11,407 | 11,819 |
| IIITDM Jabalpur | Computer Science and Engineering | 18,420 | 18,668 |
| IIIT Sri City | Computer Science and Engineering | 25,840 | 26,229 |
| IIIT Kota | Computer Science and Engineering | 33,298 | 33,728 |
| IIIT Senapati, Manipur | Computer Science and Engineering | 95,236 | 1,16,606 |
Among these selected IIIT programmes, IIIT Allahabad Information Technology records the smallest closing rank at 6,505. IIIT Senapati Manipur CSE records the largest numerical closing rank at 1,16,606.
GFTI CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026
The selected GFTI cutoffs below use the All India quota, OPEN seat type and Gender-Neutral pool.
| GFTI | Programme | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIT Mesra | Computer Science and Engineering | 28,948 | 29,411 |
| JNU Delhi | Computer Science and Engineering | 41,298 | 42,382 |
| SGSITS Indore | Computer Science and Engineering | 52,842 | 53,013 |
| International IIIT Bhubaneswar | Computer Science and Engineering | 53,194 | 56,864 |
| NIAMT Ranchi | Computer Science and Engineering | 79,669 | 85,554 |
| Tezpur University | Computer Science and Engineering | 85,027 | 85,228 |
| Assam University, Silchar | Computer Science and Engineering | 97,303 | 1,22,842 |
| Central University of Jammu | Computer Science and Engineering | 1,86,600 | 2,24,729 |
Among the selected GFTI CSE rows, BIT Mesra records the smallest closing rank at 29,411. Central University of Jammu records the largest numerical closing rank at 2,24,729.
How to Check the CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026
Candidates can check the cutoff through the official CSAB Special opening and closing rank portal.
- Open the official CSAB opening and closing rank page.
- Select CSAB Special Round 2.
- Choose the relevant institute type.
- Select the exact institute.
- Choose the academic programme.
- Select the applicable quota.
- Choose the correct seat type.
- Select the Gender-Neutral or Female-only pool.
- Submit the selected filters.
- Compare the displayed opening and closing CRL with your JEE Main All India rank.
| Filter | What to Select |
|---|---|
| Round | CSAB Special Round 2 |
| Institute Type | Relevant NIT, IIIT or GFTI group |
| Institute Name | Exact allotted or preferred institute |
| Academic Programme | Exact programme name |
| Quota | Home State, Other State or All India |
| Seat Type | OPEN or applicable reserved seat type |
| Gender Pool | Gender-Neutral or Female-only |
Do not compare your rank with a row selected only by college name. Every filter must match for the comparison to be meaningful.
Also Read: CSAB Special Round 2026, Dates, Registration & Cutoffs
What to Do After the CSAB Round 2 Cutoff?
Round 2 completes the regular CSAB Special allotment process for 2026. A candidate’s next step depends on the final seat status displayed in the CSAB portal.
If You Received a Fresh Seat in Round 2
Check the allotted institute, programme, quota, seat type and gender pool. Complete the applicable online reporting requirements, document verification, fee payment and institute-level admission formalities.
Candidates should also follow the allotted institute’s physical reporting instructions. Check the CSAB Physical Reporting Dates 2026 for the next stage.
If Your Seat Was Upgraded
The upgraded seat becomes the candidate’s final CSAB Special allotment. Download the updated allotment documents and check the reporting and balance-fee requirements of the newly allotted institute.
If You Did Not Receive a New Seat
Check whether a previously retained valid seat remains visible in the candidate portal. Not receiving a fresh Round 2 seat does not independently establish whether an earlier seat remains valid.
If You Are Planning Another JEE Attempt
Another JEE attempt should be considered after reviewing the remaining admission options, preferred branch, college expectations and preparation level. A JEE Main Mock Test can help identify gaps in accuracy, speed and syllabus coverage.
| Final Situation | Immediate Action |
|---|---|
| Fresh Round 2 allotment | Complete online and institute reporting |
| Seat upgraded in Round 2 | Check the final institute and updated allotment letter |
| No new seat but a retained seat exists | Verify the retained seat and reporting status |
| No allotted or retained seat | Review other active admission routes |
| Planning JEE Main 2027 | Assess preparation gaps and begin a structured plan |
CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026: Conclusion
The CSAB Round 2 Cutoff 2026 provides the final opening and closing ranks for fresh and upgraded candidates in the regular CSAB Special Rounds. Candidates must compare their JEE Main CRL only after matching the institute, programme, quota, seat type and gender pool.
The selected data shows significant differences across NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and academic programmes. However, a larger or smaller closing rank should not be assessed without considering the applicable allotment conditions.
Candidates who have received or retained a seat should now focus on fee payment, document verification and physical reporting. Those without a final seat should review other admission routes or begin a structured plan for JEE Main 2027.
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