The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee experienced shifts in closing ranks for its top engineering programs during the 2025 admission cycle. Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) and Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) remain highly sought after by applicants. According to the IIT Kanpur’s Joint Implementation Committee (JIC) Report 2025, the numerical closing rank for the open, gender-neutral category in ECE increased from 1424 in 2024 to 1486 in 2025. This indicates a decrease in competitiveness for this specific group. Similarly, CSE’s open, gender-neutral closing rank rose from 481 to 592 , also suggesting it was numerically easier to secure a seat in this category.
These changes reflect varying demand and admission trends across different categories and programs. The JEE Main 2026 examination dates are set: Session 1 will run from January 21 to 30, 2026 , and Session 2 from April 2 to 9, 2026 . The National Testing Agency (NTA) will issue city slips in early January 2026, with Session 2 registration opening later that month.
High Demand for Top Programs
CSE at IIT Roorkee attracted the highest number of candidates, with 26,725 students opting for the program in 2025. ECE followed closely, chosen by 24,904 students. Electronics Engineering (EE) was the third most popular, attracting 22,252 applicants. Overall, IIT Roorkee offered 1,353 seats for 2025 admissions, with 278 seats specifically allocated to female candidates.
Across all IITs, the JIC report noted that 27,697 students opted for CSE and 23,503 chose EE. In contrast, the BTech in Design program at IIT Delhi received the fewest applications, with only 3,173 candidates selecting it.
IIT Roorkee ECE Closing Ranks: 2024 vs. 2025
The closing ranks for ECE at IIT Roorkee show varied trends across different categories. While the open, gender-neutral rank numerically increased, other categories saw decreases in rank, indicating increased competition.
| Seat Type | Gender | Closing Rank (2025) | Closing Rank (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | Gender-Neutral | 1486 | 1424 |
| OPEN | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 4788 | 3590 |
| OPEN (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 86 | 69 |
| EWS | Gender-Neutral | 254 | 265 |
| EWS | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 678 | 781 |
| EWS (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 24 | 732 |
| OBC-NCL | Gender-Neutral | 721 | 1709 |
| OBC-NCL | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 2161 | 29 |
| OBC-NCL (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 33 | 398 |
| SC | Gender-Neutral | 398 | 932 |
| SC | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 1053 | 17P |
| ST | Gender-Neutral | 243 | 217 |
| ST | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 465 | 484 |
IIT Roorkee CSE Closing Ranks: 2024 vs. 2025
CSE, the most preferred program, also experienced rank fluctuations. The open, gender-neutral category saw a higher numerical closing rank in 2025. However, several reserved categories showed a decrease in their numerical closing ranks, signifying tougher competition.
| Seat Type | Gender | Closing Rank (2025) | Closing Rank (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OPEN | Gender-Neutral | 592 | 481 |
| OPEN | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 2047 | 1870 |
| OPEN (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 25 | 18 |
| OPEN (PwD) | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 85 | 93 |
| EWS | Gender-Neutral | 98 | 90 |
| EWS | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 306 | 395 |
| OBC-NCL | Gender-Neutral | 10 | 236 |
| OBC-NCL | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 253 | 783 |
| OBC-NCL (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 1038 | 8 |
| SC | Gender-Neutral | 18 | 144 |
| SC | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 129 | 474 |
| SC (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 527 | 10 |
| ST | Gender-Neutral | 77 | 75 |
| ST | Female-only (including Supernumerary) | 258 | 229 |
| ST (PwD) | Gender-Neutral | 1P | 1P |
Candidates preparing for JEE Main 2026 should monitor these trends. The detailed category-wise closing ranks, as per the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling committee, provide insight into past admission patterns. Upcoming dates for JEE Main 2026 include the release of city slips in early January and the opening of Session 2 registration in January.