Hello,
The IIT Guwahati cutoff for SC and EWS categories depends on the branch, year, and JoSAA counselling round, but you can get a general idea from recent trends.

For the SC category, closing ranks usually range from 4,000 to 9,000 for popular branches like CSE, ECE, and Mechanical, while for lower-demand branches such as Civil, Chemical, or Biosciences, cutoffs may go beyond 10,000 in later rounds.

For the EWS category, cutoffs are comparatively higher than SC. For top branches, closing ranks are often around 1,000 to 2,500, and for mid to lower branches, they can extend up to 4,000–6,000, depending on seat availability.

These cutoffs change every year based on number of applicants, paper difficulty, and counselling rounds, so they should be taken as an estimate, not a guarantee. Always check the official JoSAA cutoffs for the exact year you are applying.

All the best for your counselling process.

Hello

Thank you for asking this important question on Careers360. Understanding the cutoff ranks is the first step toward securing your dream seat at a prestigious institute like IIT Guwahati.

To give you a clear picture, I have analyzed the recent trends (specifically from 2024) to show you what kind of rank you generally need. Please remember that these are Category Ranks, not your General Common Rank List (CRL) rank.

1. For SC Category Students

If you belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, the competition varies significantly depending on the branch you want to choose.

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE): This is the most demanded course. To get into CSE at IIT Guwahati, you need a very high rank. The closing rank is usually around 180 to 200 in the SC category list.

Core Branches (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.): For branches like Electronics and Communication (ECE), the rank required is generally between 450 and 500. For Mechanical Engineering, you can expect a seat if your category rank is around 1100 to 1200.

Safe Range for Any Branch: If you are looking for any seat in IIT Guwahati (like Biosciences, Civil, or Chemical), having an SC category rank within the top 2,500 is usually safe.

2. For EWS Category Students

For students from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS), the cutoff is tighter and closer to the General category ranks but still provides some relief.

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE): The competition here is extremely tough. You typically need an EWS rank inside the top 130 to secure a seat.

Core Branches: For Electronics (ECE), the cutoff usually closes around rank 350. For Mechanical Engineering, an EWS rank of roughly 800 is often required.

Safe Range for Any Branch: To be on the safe side for admission into other branches like Civil or Bioengineering, you should aim for an EWS rank within 1,500.

Why Do These Ranks Change?

You might see slight changes in these numbers every year. This happens because of a few simple reasons:

Difficulty of the Exam: If the paper is hard, cutoffs might drop.

Number of Seats: If IIT Guwahati adds more seats, it becomes slightly easier to get in.

Student Preferences: Sometimes, more students suddenly prefer a specific branch like "Data Science," making it harder to get.

Where Can You Check the Official Data?

For the most accurate and updated year-wise trends, I strongly recommend you check the detailed tables on our Careers360 website. We provide the opening and closing ranks for every single branch so you can plan better.

You can view the full details here:

Check IIT Guwahati Full Cutoff Trends

JEE Advanced Cutoff for IIT Guwahati (Branch-wise)

I hope this answer clarifies your doubts! Keep working hard, and I wish you the best of luck with your JEE preparations.

For IIT Guwahati B.Tech admission through JEE Advanced 2025, the approximate closing ranks for the SC and EWS categories vary by branch. In the SC category, highly sought-after branches like Computer Science and Engineering had closing ranks around 183, while other branches such as Mechanical, Chemical, and Civil went up to 1200–2400, and Biosciences & Bioengineering closed near 2564 in later rounds. For the EWS category, branches like Computer Science closed around 118, Mathematics & Computing around 214, and other branches such as Mechanical or Civil had closing ranks between 825 and 1379. These ranks represent category-wise closing ranks from previous admissions and not marks or percentiles. Actual cutoffs change every year depending on branch demand and counselling rounds.