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GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026
The GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 has been released by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) in the form of opening and closing ranks for admission to Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) through JEE Main 2026. The Round 3 cutoff helps candidates understand the minimum and maximum ranks at which seats have been allotted across various institutes, branches, categories, quotas, and gender pools.
It's a key benchmark for aspirants in the JoSAA counselling process, helping them assess their admission chances and make informed decisions for the upcoming rounds. Candidates can use the Round 3 cutoff to compare institute-wise and branch-wise trends, evaluate seat movement from earlier rounds, and plan their counselling strategy accordingly.
GFTI Round 3 Opening Rank & Closing Rank
The GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 has been released by JoSAA in the form of Opening Rank (OR) and Closing Rank (CR) for all participating Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs). The cutoff varies based on the institute, program, category, quota, and gender. Candidates can use the GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 and closing ranks to evaluate their admission chances and compare the competitiveness of different GFTIs before the subsequent rounds of counselling.
GFTI | Programme | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
Assam University, Silchar | Agricultural Engineering | 71,547 | 85,312 |
Assam University, Silchar | Computer Science & Engineering | 46,317 | 54,588 |
Assam University, Silchar | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 48,955 | 67,584 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Bio Technology | 52,712 | 64,078 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Chemical Engineering | 45,485 | 58,916 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Civil Engineering | 46,262 | 60,770 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Computer Science & Engineering | 10,675 | 23,510 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Computer Science & Engineering (AI & ML) | 18,604 | 24,206 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 33,069 | 42,227 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 18,012 | 32,890 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Food Engineering & Technology | 53,806 | 71,654 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Mathematics & Computing (Integrated M.Sc.) | 25,228 | 38,340 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Mechanical Engineering | 26,455 | 50,313 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Physics (Integrated M.Sc.) | 25,878 | 64,204 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Production & Industrial Engineering | 52,236 | 62,048 |
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra | Quantitative Economics & Data Science | 37,793 | 43,979 |
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya | Computer Science & Engineering | 43,915 | 80,729 |
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya | Electrical Engineering | 62,189 | 95,677 |
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 63,512 | 89,651 |
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya | Mechanical Engineering | 67,369 | 1,00,839 |
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya | Robotics & Automation | 52,285 | 88,506 |
Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Bhadohi | Carpet & Textile Technology | 95,999 | 1,09,112 |
Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research & Management, Ahmedabad | Civil Engineering | 44,954 | 75,207 |
Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research & Management, Ahmedabad | Computer Engineering | 15,782 | 51,158 |
Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research & Management, Ahmedabad | Electrical Engineering | 44,387 | 62,909 |
Institute of Infrastructure, Technology, Research & Management, Ahmedabad | Mechanical Engineering | 42,704 | 66,091 |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur | Computer Science & Engineering | 51,501 | 77,226 |
J.K. Institute, University of Allahabad | CSE (AI Major) | 44,858 | 54,522 |
J.K. Institute, University of Allahabad | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 40,529 | 65,614 |
National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology, Aurangabad | Computer Science & Engineering | 43,510 | 58,375 |
National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology, Aurangabad | Electronic Engineering | 22,265 | 67,877 |
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi | Computer Science & Engineering | 43,177 | 55,172 |
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi | Mechanical Engineering | 50,587 | 65,898 |
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi | Metallurgical & Materials Engineering | 52,000 | 77,767 |
National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Ranchi | Production & Industrial Engineering | 63,876 | 82,573 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology | Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | 46,691 | 67,896 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology | Computer Science & Engineering | 41,329 | 63,748 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 38,438 | 72,346 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology | Electrical Engineering | 61,778 | 79,410 |
Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering & Technology | Mechanical Engineering | 56,593 | 93,706 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Computer Engineering | 53,867 | 76,277 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Information Technology | 55,919 | 89,444 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 71,389 | 86,633 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Electrical Engineering | 84,204 | 95,738 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Civil Engineering | 72,213 | 1,00,649 |
GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 (Category-Wise)
The GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 Category-Wise is published by JoSAA separately for each reservation category in the form of Opening Rank (OR) and Closing Rank (CR). The cutoff differs across institutes, programmes, quotas, and genders. Candidates should compare the cutoff of their respective category to assess their admission chances in participating GFTIs.
Institute | Programme | OPEN (OR–CR) | EWS (OR–CR) | OBC-NCL (OR–CR) | SC (OR–CR) | ST (OR–CR) |
BIT Mesra, Ranchi | Computer Science & Engineering | 10,675 – 23,510 | 3,422 – 4,079 | 6,803 – 10,994 | 2,920 – 7,132 | 1,462 – 3,723 |
Assam University, Silchar | Computer Science & Engineering | 46,317 – 54,588 | 8,793 – 9,402 | 20,274 – 22,728 | 3,300 – 10,973 | 3,882 – 4,461 |
IITRAM Ahmedabad | Computer Engineering | 15,782 – 51,158 | 7,767 – 7,841 | 16,525 – 20,720 | 10,174 – 11,916 | 3,886 – 5,645 |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya | Computer Science & Engineering | 51,501 – 77,226 | 11,633 – 12,265 | 25,136 – 29,063 | 9,671 – 12,762 | 3,551 – 6,404 |
J.K. Institute, University of Allahabad | CSE (AI Major) | 44,858 – 54,522 | 8,213 – 8,486 | 19,883 – 20,935 | 5,187 – 10,083 | 3,333 – 3,585 |
NIELIT Aurangabad | Computer Science & Engineering | 43,510 – 58,375 | 8,772 – 9,508 | 18,017 – 21,113 | 6,649 – 10,798 | 2,816 – 4,205 |
NIAMT Ranchi | Computer Science & Engineering | 43,177 – 55,172 | 8,619 – 8,828 | 17,381 – 21,808 | 8,938 – 10,821 | 4,002 – 4,722 |
SLIET Longowal | Computer Science & Engineering | 41,329 – 63,748 | 9,806 – 10,623 | 19,877 – 23,294 | 7,999 – 12,285 | 5,548 – 6,297 |
Mizoram University, Aizawl | Computer Engineering | 53,867 – 76,277 | 11,698 – 11,754 | — | 14,271 – 15,126 | 5,171 – 7,008 |
Also Read: IIT Round 3 Cutoff 2026, JoSAA Opening & Closing Ranks
GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 vs Round 2
The GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 witnessed only minor changes compared to Round 2. Most popular branches such as Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), and Artificial Intelligence, saw slight relaxation in their closing ranks due to seat movement after the second round.
However, highly sought-after programmes at top GFTIs continued to remain competitive. Candidates can compare the Round 2 and Round 3 closing ranks to understand the admission trend and the extent of rank movement.
Institute | Programme | Round 2 Closing Rank | Round 3 Closing Rank | Change |
BIT Mesra, Ranchi | Computer Science & Engineering | 22,894 | 23,510 | +616 |
Assam University, Silchar | Computer Science & Engineering | 54,031 | 54,588 | +557 |
NIAMT, Ranchi | Computer Science & Engineering | 54,780 | 55,172 | +392 |
NIELIT Aurangabad | Computer Science & Engineering | 57,984 | 58,375 | +391 |
SLIET Longowal | Computer Science & Engineering | 63,106 | 63,748 | +642 |
IITRAM Ahmedabad | Computer Engineering | 50,771 | 51,158 | +387 |
Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya | Computer Science & Engineering | 76,653 | 77,226 | +573 |
Mizoram University | Computer Engineering | 75,684 | 76,277 | +593 |
Factors Affecting GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026
The JoSAA 2026 Round 3 Cutoffs for Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) are determined by a dynamic mix of exam statistics, seat matrices, and candidate behavioral patterns. Because GFTIs cater to a massive range of ranks (from under 15,000 to well over 80,000), their cutoffs are subject to specific influences during mid-counselling rounds.
The key factors that directly affected the Round 3 opening and closing ranks for GFTIs in 2026 include:
1. Number of Available Seats
The total number of seats offered by each GFTI plays a significant role in determining the cutoff. Institutes with higher seat intake generally have relatively relaxed closing ranks compared to those with limited seats.
2. JEE Main 2026 Rank Distribution
Admissions to GFTIs are based on JEE Main 2026 ranks. If a large number of high-ranking candidates choose a particular GFTI or branch, the closing rank becomes more competitive.
3. Candidate Preferences
Branches such as Computer Science Engineering (CSE), Artificial Intelligence, Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), and Information Technology (IT) attract the highest demand. Consequently, these programs close at much lower ranks than core branches like Civil, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering.
4. Seat Upgrades in Earlier Rounds
Many candidates who receive better offers in IITs, NITs, or IIITs vacate their GFTI seats during the first two rounds. These vacant seats are reallocated in Round 3, leading to slight relaxation in cutoffs for certain institutes and branches.
5. Category-Wise Reservation
Separate cutoffs are released for Open, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PwD categories. Since each category has a fixed number of reserved seats, the opening and closing ranks differ accordingly.
Also Read: IIIT Round 3 Cutoff 2026, JoSAA Opening Rank & Closing Ranks
GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026: Conclusion
GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 gives JEE Main 2026 aspirants a clear understanding of admission trends across Government Funded Technical Institutes. By analysing institute-wise and branch-wise opening and closing ranks, candidates can evaluate their chances and make better decisions during the JoSAA counselling process. Popular programmes like Computer Science Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence continued to remain highly competitive.
Comparing the GFTI Round 3 Cutoff 2026 with previous rounds helps students understand seat movement and rank relaxation patterns. Factors such as seat availability, candidate preferences, branch demand, and category reservations play an important role in determining cutoffs. Candidates should use these trends along with their JEE Main rank and preferences to prepare an effective counselling strategy for the upcoming rounds.
