The CCMT Cut Off 2026 will be published by NIT Agartala (CCMT 2026 host) at ccmt.admissions.nic.in as the opening and closing GATE scores after each round of seat allotment in the CCMT 2026 counselling. The CCMT cut off is the most important reference for any GATE-qualified candidate planning M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan admission – it tells you, programme by programme and institute by institute, the minimum GATE score that secured a seat in each category in the previous CCMT rounds. This page compiles last 3 years CCMT cut-offs (2023, 2024, 2025), expected CCMT 2026 cut-offs, visual infographics, category-wise / branch-wise analysis, and a score-to-college strategy guide.
Latest: CCMT 2026 Round 1 cut off will be released after Round 1 seat allotment on June 12, 2026. For real-time tracking, see the CCMT 2026 Seat Allotment page. Register at ccmt.admissions.nic.in.
CCMT Cut Off 2026
What is the CCMT Cut Off?
The CCMT cut off is the minimum GATE score (out of 1000) at which a candidate was admitted to a particular M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan programme at a participating institute in a particular CCMT round and category. After each round of seat allotment, NIC publishes a round-wise OR-CR (Opening Rank – Closing Rank) report on ccmt.admissions.nic.in showing the opening GATE score (highest score admitted) and closing GATE score (lowest score admitted) for every institute × programme × category combination. There is no pre-announced cut-off – the cut-off is determined by the merit list of candidates and seat availability after each round. Round-1 cut-offs are typically the highest; subsequent rounds (R2, R3, SR-1, SR-2, NSR) usually relax as seats are filled and vacant seats redistribute. The CCMT 2026 cut off will be released after each of the 6 rounds – see the schedule below.
CCMT 2026 Cut Off Release Schedule
| Round | Cut Off Release Date |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Cut Off (Regular) | June 12, 2026 (after R1 allotment) |
| Round 2 Cut Off (Regular) | June 22, 2026 |
| Round 3 Cut Off (Regular) | June 27, 2026 |
| Special Round 1 Cut Off | July 22, 2026 |
| Special Round 2 Cut Off | July 27, 2026 |
| National Spot Round Cut Off | August 5, 2026 |
CCMT Cut Off Last 3 Years – CSE in Top NITs (General-AI, Last Round Closing GATE Score)
The cleanest signal of admission difficulty is the last-round closing GATE score for M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) – the most-competed branch every year. The table below summarises the General-AI closing GATE scores in the top 5 NITs over the last 3 CCMT cycles. All values are GATE scores on the standard 0–1000 scale.
| Institute × Branch | CCMT 2023 | CCMT 2024 | CCMT 2025 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy • CSE | 637 | 712 | 747 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Warangal • CSE | ~700 | ~720 | 761 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Surathkal • CSE | ~680 | ~700 | ~735 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Calicut • CSE | ~660 | ~700 | 731 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Rourkela • CSE | ~620 | ~640 | ~680 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Trichy • Data Analytics | ~610 | ~660 | 714 | ↑ Rising |
| NIT Trichy • VLSI Systems | ~570 | ~620 | 665 | ↑ Rising |
Source: CCMT OR-CR archive (ccmt.admissions.nic.in) and industry trackers. Values marked “~” are approximate based on round-1 and round-3 data; refer to the official portal for exact figures. All scores are for the General – All India (Open) category in the final round of CCMT.
Visual: CCMT 2025 CSE Closing Scores at Top NITs (Infographic)
Visual: 3-Year Trend – NIT Trichy CSE Closing Score
CCMT 2026 Expected Cut Off – What GATE Score Will I Need?
The expected CCMT 2026 cut-offs below are derived from the year-over-year trend in CCMT 2023, 2024, and 2025, taking into account GATE 2026 difficulty, marginal change in seat matrix, and historical fluctuation. These ranges indicate the GATE score (on the 0–1000 scale) that should be sufficient to secure a seat in the corresponding bucket in the General-AI category in CCMT 2026. SC / ST / OBC / EWS cut-offs are typically 80–200 points lower depending on category.
| Bucket | Branch | Expected CCMT 2026 GATE Score (General) |
|---|---|---|
| Top NITs (Trichy, Warangal, Surathkal) | CSE | 750 – 820 |
| Top NITs | ECE / VLSI / Data Analytics | 650 – 750 |
| Top NITs | Electrical / Power Electronics | 550 – 680 |
| Top NITs | Mechanical / Civil / Chemical | 450 – 620 |
| Upper-Mid NITs (Calicut, Rourkela, Nagpur) | CSE | 650 – 740 |
| Upper-Mid NITs | ECE / EE | 500 – 620 |
| Upper-Mid NITs | Mechanical / Civil | 400 – 550 |
| Mid-tier NITs (MNIT Jaipur, MNNIT, SVNIT, NIT KKR) | CSE | 550 – 650 |
| Mid-tier NITs | Other branches | 380 – 520 |
| Lower / New NITs (Patna, Silchar, Raipur, Hamirpur, Goa) | CSE | 450 – 580 |
| Lower / New NITs | Other branches | 325 – 450 |
| IIITs (IIIT Allahabad, IIITDM Jabalpur, ABV-IIITM Gwalior) | CSE / AI / Data Sci | 500 – 650 |
| IIITs (newer) | All branches | 325 – 480 |
| CFTIs / GFTIs (SPA Bhopal, SPA Vijayawada, BIT Mesra, IIEST Shibpur) | All branches | 350 – 550 |
Note: These are expected ranges only, intended as a planning tool, not an official guarantee. Final CCMT 2026 cut-offs will be published at ccmt.admissions.nic.in after each round of seat allotment between June 12 and August 5, 2026.
CCMT 2026 Cut Off – Score-to-College Strategy
Once you know your GATE score, the most useful question is: “Which colleges should I fill in my choice list?” Use the score-band guide below to shortlist realistic targets, ambitious choices, and safe options. This is the core question every CCMT candidate asks, and getting it right makes the difference between an upgrade and a wasted choice slot.
College Shortlist by GATE Score Band (General-AI)
| Your GATE Score | Realistic Targets via CCMT 2026 | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| 800+ | CSE at NIT Trichy / Warangal / Surathkal / Calicut; any branch at top NITs | Fill top 3-4 NITs CSE first, then DA / VLSI / ECE at top NITs as safety |
| 700 – 800 | CSE at NIT Surathkal / Calicut / Rourkela; DA / VLSI at top NITs; CSE at MNIT / VNIT | Aim for upper-mid NIT CSE; keep some mid-tier NIT CSE as safety |
| 600 – 700 | CSE at mid-tier NITs (MNIT, VNIT, MNNIT, SVNIT, NITK); ECE / EE at top NITs; CSE at IIIT Allahabad | Mix mid-tier NIT CSE with top-NIT non-CSE branches |
| 500 – 600 | CSE at lower NITs (Patna, Raipur, Silchar); ECE / Mechanical at mid-tier NITs; CSE at newer IIITs | Cast a wide net – mix lower NIT CSE and mid-tier non-CSE |
| 400 – 500 | Mechanical / Civil / Chemical / Metallurgy at mid-tier NITs; CSE at new NITs; M.Tech at IIITs / GFTIs | Be flexible on branch; prioritise institute reputation |
| 300 – 400 | Less-opted branches at new NITs (NIT Trichy Welding ~400, Industrial Metallurgy ~387 in 2025), IIITs, GFTIs | Apply for niche specialisations; participate in SR & NSR for vacancies |
| Below 300 | Limited options – some GFTIs / new IIITs in less-demanded branches in Special Rounds / NSR | Spot Round (NSR) is your best shot |
Pro tip: Always fill 25–50 choices, not just 5. The Float / Slide willingness only upgrades you to higher-preference choices, so the more realistic options below your “dream choice” you add, the safer you are. If your top 5 choices have closing scores higher than yours, you may end up with no allotment.
CCMT Cut Off – Category-Wise Comparison
CCMT cut-offs vary significantly by category. The General-AI (Open) category has the highest cut-offs, while reserved categories have lower closing scores due to category-wise seat reservation. Indicative differentials (versus the Open closing score) for CSE at top NITs are below.
| Category | Approx. Differential (vs Open) | Indicative CSE Closing Score (Top NIT) |
|---|---|---|
| OPEN (General-AI) | Baseline | 750 – 820 (CCMT 2026 expected) |
| GEN-EWS | -50 to -120 | 650 – 750 |
| OBC (NCL) | -80 to -150 | 620 – 720 |
| SC | -180 to -280 | 500 – 600 |
| ST | -220 to -350 | 430 – 550 |
| PwD (within each category) | -50 to -150 additional | Varies by category |
Reserved-category candidates should also note: CCMT allows category conversion at document verification (Section 5.2.1.5 of the brochure) from a reserved category to General if a valid certificate is unavailable. This conversion can sometimes cancel an allotted reserved-category seat – understand the rules carefully before relying on a particular category bucket.
CCMT Cut Off – Branch-Wise Demand Ranking
Across the 31 NITs and 76 participating institutes, branch-wise demand – and therefore closing cut-offs – consistently follows the same hierarchy. CSE leads, followed by Data Analytics / AI / VLSI / ECE; core branches close at lower scores; niche specialisations close at the lowest.
Practical insight: if your GATE score is in the 380–420 band, branches like Welding Engineering, Industrial Metallurgy, Non-Destructive Testing, Materials Science at even a top-ranked NIT like NIT Trichy are realistic – far better than chasing CSE at lower NITs at a similar score. Always weigh the “Institute Brand vs Branch Brand” trade-off based on your career goal.
Factors that Influence CCMT 2026 Cut Off
- GATE 2026 Difficulty: A tougher GATE paper produces lower average scores, which generally lowers CCMT cut-offs in that paper’s programmes.
- Seat Matrix Changes: Additional seats in a programme relax the cut-off; cuts in seat intake tighten it.
- Number of Registrations: More CCMT 2026 registrations means more competition and tighter cut-offs.
- Round-by-Round Dynamics: Cut-offs relax from Round 1 to Round 3 as upper-preference candidates withdraw or upgrade. SR and NSR cut-offs are typically the lowest.
- Branch Preference Shifts: CSE, AI, Data Analytics, Cyber Security continue to attract the highest scores; core branches see flatter year-on-year changes.
- Institute Reputation & NIRF Ranking: Higher-ranked NITs (Trichy, Surathkal, Warangal) attract higher cut-offs irrespective of branch.
- Geography / City Premium: Metro-located NITs (Trichy, Calicut, Delhi, Surathkal) consistently close at higher cut-offs than remote-location NITs.
- Eligibility Matrix: If a programme accepts multiple GATE papers, demand spreads thinner; single-paper-only programmes tend to have tighter cut-offs.
CCMT Cut Off – Important Things to Remember
- CCMT does not pre-announce a cut-off. The cut-off is the closing rank at the end of each round.
- Cut-offs vary by round – Round 1 cut-offs are the tightest; SR and NSR are the most relaxed.
- Cut-offs vary by category, gender, and PwD status – reserved categories have lower cut-offs.
- Cut-offs are per institute × programme – the same branch closes at very different scores across NITs.
- Use last year’s cut-off only as a reference; actual 2026 cut-offs may swing ±50 to ±100 points based on GATE 2026 difficulty.
- Always fill 25–50 choices in your choice list to maximise the chance of an allotment.
CCMT Cut Off – An Overview
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Counselling | CCMT 2026 |
| Full Form | Centralized Counselling for M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan Admissions |
| Host Institute (2026) | NIT Agartala |
| Cut Off Published On | ccmt.admissions.nic.in/or-cr |
| Cut Off Form | Opening & Closing GATE Score per Institute × Programme × Category |
| GATE Scale | 0 – 1000 |
| Number of Rounds Published | 6 (R1, R2, R3, SR-1, SR-2, NSR) |
| Round 1 Cut Off Date (2026) | June 12, 2026 |
| NSR Cut Off Date (2026) | August 5, 2026 |
| Top NIT CSE Closing (2025) | NIT Warangal 761 • NIT Trichy 747 • NIT Calicut 731 |
| Top NIT CSE Closing (Expected 2026) | 750 – 820 (General-AI) |
| Categories Covered | OPEN, GEN-EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwD |
| Type of Counselling | Centralized Counselling |
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CCMT Cut Off 2026 FAQs
The CCMT 2026 cut off (opening and closing GATE scores) will be released round-wise on ccmt.admissions.nic.in. Round 1 cut off on June 12, 2026; Round 2 on June 22; Round 3 on June 27; Special Round 1 on July 22; Special Round 2 on July 27; National Spot Round on August 5, 2026. There is no pre-announced cut-off – it is determined by candidate merit and seat availability after each round.
Based on the 2023-2025 trend, the expected CCMT 2026 closing GATE score for M.Tech CSE in the General-AI category at top NITs (Trichy, Warangal, Surathkal) is 750-820. NIT Calicut and NIT Rourkela CSE are expected to close at 660-740. These are indicative ranges – actual 2026 cut-offs will depend on GATE 2026 difficulty, registrations, and seat matrix.
The CCMT 2025 last-round closing GATE score for M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering at NIT Trichy (General-AI category) was 747 – up from 712 in CCMT 2024 and 637 in CCMT 2023. This makes CSE the most competitive M.Tech specialisation at NIT Trichy, followed by Data Analytics (714) and VLSI Systems (665).
For a top NIT CSE seat in General-AI, target 750+ in GATE 2026. For mid-tier NIT CSE, 550-650 is realistic. For lower NITs / new NITs / IIITs in CSE, 450-580 should secure a seat. For non-CSE branches like Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, even 400-500 is sufficient at mid-tier NITs. Cut-offs for reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) are 80-350 points lower than the Open category.
CCMT cut-offs typically relax from Round 1 to Round 3 in Phase I, then drop further in Special Rounds (SR-1, SR-2) and most significantly in the National Spot Round. The biggest drops happen when high-score candidates withdraw or upgrade via Float/Slide, leaving vacant seats. For example, NIT Trichy CSE Round 1 closing in 2025 was 777, while the final round (after R2, R3) closed at 747 – a 30-point drop.
The official CCMT portal maintains an Opening-Score / Closing-Score (OR-CR) archive at ccmt.admissions.nic.in/or-cr/. Select the year (2023, 2024, 2025) and round to view detailed cut-offs per Institute x Programme x Category. This is the most reliable source for historical CCMT cut-offs – third-party trackers may approximate but the official portal is authoritative.
Fill at least 25-50 well-researched choices in your CCMT 2026 choice list. Mix three buckets: (1) Ambitious – 5-8 institute/branch combinations where the closing cut-off is slightly above your GATE score; (2) Realistic – 10-15 where the cut-off matches your score; (3) Safe – 10-15 where the cut-off is comfortably below your score. This three-tier approach maximises both upside (Float/Slide upgrades) and downside protection (some allotment guaranteed).
No. JoSAA cut-offs are for B.Tech admission to IITs / NITs / IIITs / GFTIs based on JEE Advanced / JEE Main rank, and are expressed as ranks. CCMT cut-offs are for M.Tech / M.Arch / M.Plan admission to NITs / IIITs / GFTIs based on GATE score (0-1000 scale). The two systems are completely separate – JoSAA is for undergraduate, CCMT is for postgraduate. IITs do NOT participate in CCMT for M.Tech (they use the separate COAP system).
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