JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 1 Analysis: Closing Ranks of IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs
Joint Seat Allocation Authority 2025 ( JoSAA )
Let's have a look at the analysis of the JoSAA 2025 round 1 seat allotment. Check at what ranks the IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs closed their admission in JoSAA 2025 round 1 and what to expect for the upcoming rounds.
JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 1 Analysis
JoSAA Counselling 2025 Round 1 Analysis: JoSAA released the Round 1 counselling cutoff on June 14, 2025. JoSAA cutoff comprises of opening and closing ranks of participating institutes for admission. Also, the cutoff varies for each course offered in the participating institutes. In JoSSA counselling 2025 Round 1, the opening rank and closing rank for IIT were 1 to 25305. To know the JoSAA cutoff for other participating institutes like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, check the article.
- JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Cutoff Summary at A Glance
- JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Cutoff Summary: Key Takeaways by Institute Type
- Shiksha Poll: How Many Candidates Got Seat in JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Counselling?
JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Cutoff Summary at A Glance
Check below the ranks uptil which IITs, NITs, IIITs and the GFTIs offered admission in round 1 of the JoSAA 2025 counselling process.
| Institute Type | Institute Name | Course Name | Duration & Degree | Category | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIT | IIT Dharwad | Interdisciplinary Sciences | 5 Years (BSc + MSc Dual Degree) | Gender-neutral | 16,317 |
| IIT | IIT Dhanbad | Chemical Science | 5 Years (Integrated BSc-MSc) | Female | 25,310 |
| NIT | NIT Agartala | Chemistry | 5 Years (BSc + MSc Dual Degree) | Gender-neutral | 52,233 |
| NIT | NIT Mizoram | Civil Engineering | 4 Years (BTech) | Female | 64,221 |
| IIIT | IIIT Senapati, Manipur | ECE (VLSI & Embedded Systems) | 4 Years (BTech) | Gender-neutral | 56,825 |
| IIIT | IIIT Senapati, Manipur | ECE (VLSI & Embedded Systems) | 4 Years (BTech) | Female | 63,960 |
| GFTI | IET, Dr. H. S. Gour University, Sagar | Food Engineering & Technology | 4 Years (BTech) | Gender-neutral | 88,022 |
| GFTI | Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Badohi | Carpet and Textile Technology | 4 Years (BTech) | Female | 81,636 |
JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Cutoff Summary: Key Takeaways by Institute Type
Indian Institute of Technology (IITs):
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The closing rank for the open category in Interdisciplinary Sciences at IIT Dharwad is AIR 16,317. This shows that a good number of students opted for science and research-based dual degree programs.
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In the female category, the closing rank for Chemical Sciences at IIT Dharwad as per JoSAA round 1 counselling is AIR 25,310. This shows more opportunities for female students in science streams at older IITs.
National Institute of Technology (NITs):
- NIT Agartala had a closing rank of 52,233 for Chemistry (dual degree), showing decent interest in basic sciences.
- NIT Mizoram closed at 64,221 for females in Civil Engineering, reflecting that newer NITs have relatively higher closing ranks (less competition).
Indian Institute Of Information Technology (IIITs)
- IIIT Senapati, Manipur, closed at 56,825 (gender-neutral) and 63,960 (female) for ECE with VLSI specialisation. This shows rising demand for tech-focused courses even at remote locations.
Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)
- Dr. H. S. Gour University’s Food Engineering program had a closing rank of 88,022, one of the highest ranks in Round 1, giving lower-rank students a good option in a specialised field.
- Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Badohi has a closing rank of 81,636 in the female category in the BTech Carpet and Textile Technology course.
Shiksha Poll: How Many Candidates Got Seat in JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Counselling?
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Shiksha.com ran a poll where we asked, "Were you allotted a seat in JoSAA round 1 counselling?". Here are the results so far:
Shiksha Poll: How Many Candidates Got Seat in JoSAA 2025 Round 1 Counselling?
- The maximum candidates who participated in the poll said that they are yet to be allotted a seat in JoSAA counselling. 55% of the candidates are hopeful of getting a seat in the upcoming JoSAA rounds.
- On the other hand, 34% of the candidates said that they have been allotted a seat, but they have opted for upgradation.
- While 11% of the candidates are now relieved as they have got their desired seat in the first round itself.
This year, the total number of undergraduate engineering seats available through JoSAA counselling is 62,853 across all IITs, NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. JoSAA 2025 counselling will be completed in 6 rounds this year. Each round of the JoSAA counselling will have these steps: seat allotment, seat confirmation by candidates, online reporting at the allotted institute, and payment of fees. After all the rounds, any vacant seats remaining will be allotted via the CSAB counselling 2025.
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If you do not complete the JoSAA reporting process, you will be eligible for appearing in JEE (Advanced) in the subsequent year provided you meet all other eligibility requirements.
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) publishes cutoffs as opening and closing ranks after each round of seat allotment.
The opening rank is the raank at which admisison to a particuloar course and college starts in a JoSAA round. The closing rank indicates the last rank at which the admission in a JoSAA round closed for a college and course.
The JoSAA opening and closing rank will vary in all rounds based on based on various categories of the candidates.
NO. Once you are allocated a seat of higher preference based on your float/slide option, your accepted seat from the earlier JoSAA counselling round will be automatically cancelled and you cannot get the previously allotted seat.
If you are satisfied with the allotted seat and do not wish to participate in further rounds of JoSAA seat allocation, you need to choose the option “Freeze” while accepting the seat and complete all the three steps of online reporting process.
No, to be eligible for admission to NIT+ system or to the IITs candidates must have passed and secured at least 75% aggregate marks in the Class XII (or equivalent) Board examination. The aggregate marks for SC, ST and PwD candidates should be at least 65%.
However, if the candidate is within the category-wise top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their respective Class XII (or equivalent) board examination, they become eligible for admission.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
To be eligible for JEE Advanced JoSAA counselling:
- Candidates should have JEE Advanced rank
- Candidates must have passed class 12 or equivalent exam
- Candidates should have studied Physics, Chemistry and Maths in class 12
- In class 12, canmdidates must have score 75% aggregate marks or must be in top 20 p
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
No, your candidature will be rejected as you need to have minimum of 75% in class 12 to be eligible for admisison to the IITs, NIT, IIITs and GFTIs via the JoSAA counselling. Even if you pass JEE Advanced and JEE Main, of you do not have 75% minimum marks in class 12 boards you will no get admission
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The JEE Advanced JoSAA counselling dates will be made available on the official website of JoSAA - josaa.nic.in. Usually, the JoSAA counselling registration starts a day after the JEE Advanced result is anniunced. Complete schedule will be available on the official website.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, one does not have to apply separately at IIT Madras website after JoSAA counselling. This is because the institute follows a common admission process for its BTech course just like the other IITs. Shortlisted students who get a seat through the JoSAA counselling, simply need to report for docume
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The seats offered via JoSAA counselling vary every year. In 2025, the number of seats offered was as follows:
| Institute | Total seats on offer in 2025 | Number of seats added in 2025 | Total seats on offer in 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) | 18,160 | 400 | 17,760 |
| National Institute of Technology (NITs) | 24,525 | 296 | 24,229 |
| Indian Institute of Information Technology | 9,940 | 1394 | 8,546 |
| Other-Government Funded Technical Institutes | 10,228 | 826 | 9,402 |
| Total | 62,853 | 2916 | 59,937 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
However, with a 92 percentile, you can still expect to gain admission to several NITs that have slightly lower cutoffs such as NIT Agartala, NIT Hamirpur, NIT Srinagar, and other newer or mid-tier NITs. Admission is also possible to some Government-Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) and mid-ranked
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Beginner-Level 5
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) is coducted at national level. It is established by Mininistry of Education for admission to the IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.