JoSAA IIT Cutoff 2025 Round 2: The JoSAA 2025 Round 2 seat allotment result has been officially released today, bringing a crucial update for candidates seeking admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
Students who participated in the JoSAA counselling process can now check the opening and closing ranks for each IIT, course, and category. These ranks help students understand the cutoff trends and assess their chances in upcoming rounds.
This blog will guide you through how to read and interpret these Round 2 cutoffs, how they differ from Round 1, and what steps you must follow next to confirm or upgrade your seat.
What Is JoSAA and How Does the Seat Allotment Work?
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) manages the admission process for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs after JEE results. It holds six rounds of seat allotment. JoSAA considers the choices filled by students and their JEE Advanced rank for IIT admissions. Based on this, students are allotted seats in various institutions.
Each round shows the opening and closing rank for every course and category. These ranks are helpful for understanding your chances in the next rounds.
Important Dates: JEE Round 2 Cutoff & Seat Allotment Timeline
Knowing the JoSAA 2025 schedule is important to stay on track. Here’s a quick look:
- June 25, 2025 (5 PM): The JoSAA Round 2 seat allotment result is released.
- June 25 – June 29, 2025: Last date for seat acceptance, fee payment, and document upload.
- Next Round: Round 3 seat allotment will be released soon after the deadline for Round 2 actions.
Students must confirm their seats within the mentioned dates to avoid losing their allotment.
Where to Check Opening & Closing Ranks (Cutoff PDFs)?
The opening and closing ranks for each IIT and course are published on the official JoSAA portal. You can download institute-wise PDFs for Round 2 and compare:
- Opening rank is the highest-ranked candidate who got the seat.
- Closing rank is the last-ranked candidate who got the seat.
These ranks are published for each branch, institute, and category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, etc.).
How to Interpret Opening vs Closing Ranks?
Understanding the meaning of these ranks is very important:
- Opening Rank: The first candidate who got admission in a specific course and category. This usually belongs to top JEE rankers.
- Closing Rank: The last candidate who was able to secure a seat. This shows the cut-off limit for that branch in that round.
A smaller difference between opening and closing rank means the program is in high demand. A wider gap suggests less competition for that seat or course.
Key IIT Highlights: CSE, ECE, Mechanical & AI Programs
Top IITs like IIT Bombay, Delhi, Madras, Kanpur, and Kharagpur continue to show high demand in Computer Science Engineering (CSE). Round 2 cutoffs show slight expansion in ranks compared to Round 1.
Examples:
- IIT Bombay CSE: Round 2 closing rank has gone slightly up.
- IIT Delhi AI & Data Science: Also seeing increased interest with competitive closing ranks.
- IIT Madras Mechanical: Remains popular, though closing ranks vary by category.
Such trends help students adjust their preferences in upcoming rounds.
Category-Wise Cutoffs: General, OBC‑NCL, SC/ST, EWS, PwD
Each IIT branch has separate cutoffs for different categories:
- General Category: Usually has the highest closing ranks (i.e., more competitive).
- OBC-NCL, SC/ST, EWS: Have relaxed closing ranks due to reservation quotas.
- PwD: Separate cutoff ranks with additional relaxations.
For example, a General category CSE seat may close at rank 70, while the same course for SC category might close at rank 1,500+.
Comparing Round 2 Cutoffs With Round 1 & Previous Years
Round 2 cutoffs typically show minor changes from Round 1. This happens as some students move to better choices or withdraw:
- A few courses may open up for higher ranks.
- Popular branches like CSE, AI & ECE may still remain tight in rank movement.
Comparing with previous year trends, CSE across top 5 IITs still closes within top 100–200 ranks, while branches like Civil or Metallurgy go up to 5000+.
What Comes Next: Seat Acceptance, Document Upload, Last Dates
After Round 2 allotment, you must:
- Accept the seat: Log in to JoSAA portal and choose one of the following options – Freeze, Float, or Slide.
- Pay seat acceptance fee: Rs. 35,000 for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 15,000 for SC/ST/PwD.
- Upload required documents: Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), medical certificate, etc.
- Wait for verification: After verification, proceed to next round or confirm admission.
Pro Tips for Seat Preference and Counselling Strategy
Here are smart strategies to help you during the remaining rounds:
- Float: If you’re happy with your seat but want a better one in another institute.
- Slide: If you want a better branch in the same institute.
- Freeze: If you are satisfied and don’t want to change.
Always keep an eye on upcoming rounds. Do not forget to lock your choices and meet deadlines to avoid disqualification.
JoSAA IIT Cutoff 2025 Round 2 FAQs
Q1. What is the JoSAA IIT Cutoff 2025?
A1. The JoSAA IIT Cutoff 2025 is the minimum JEE Advanced rank required for admission to various IIT courses. It differs by category, institute, and academic program.
Q2. Where can I check the JoSAA IIT Cutoff 2025?
A2. You can check the official JoSAA website (josaa.nic.in) for round-wise IIT cutoff ranks after each counselling round for different branches and categories.
Q3. Is the IIT cutoff the same for all categories in JoSAA?
A3. No, JoSAA releases separate cutoffs for General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories based on their respective reservation policies and seat availability.
Q4. Does the cutoff vary for each IIT and course?
A4. Yes, the cutoff varies significantly across different IITs and courses depending on the popularity, number of seats, and previous year admission trends.
Q5. How is the JoSAA cutoff for IITs determined?
A5. The cutoff is determined based on factors like difficulty of JEE Advanced, number of applicants, seat matrix, and the preferences filled during JoSAA counselling.
