Ccmt GATE Cutoff 2026: Counselling, Branch-Wise Ranks & Admission Trends
CCMT GATE Cutoff for M.Tech CSE at NIT Trichy tightened by roughly 5 percent, climbing from a closing GATE score of 712 in 2024 to 747 in 2025. The CCMT GATE Cutoff is the minimum GATE score required for admission to M.Tech, M.Arch, and M.Plan programs in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, with the 2025 closing score for NIT Warangal CSE General reaching 761. This upward trend reflects increased competition for postgraduate engineering seats, with the 2026 counselling process now underway. The official CCMT 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
CCMT GATE Cutoff 2026: Notification, Application & Exam Date Schedule
The CCMT 2026 counselling schedule outlines key dates for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment for M.Tech, M.Arch, and M.Plan admissions.
| Activity | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Start | May 15 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Close | June 5 |
| Choice Filling & Locking Close | June 5 |
| GATE 2026 Result Announcement | March 19 |
CCMT 2025 Branch-wise Closing Ranks (Latest — 2026 awaited): CSE, ECE & Data Analytics
The following table presents the closing GATE scores for various M.Tech branches across top NITs for the 2025 academic year.
| Institute | Branch | Closing GATE Score (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Warangal | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 761 |
| NIT Trichy | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 747 |
| NIT Calicut | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 731 |
| NIT Surathkal | Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | ~735 |
| NIT Trichy | Data Analytics | 714 |
| NIT Trichy | VLSI Systems | 665 |
| MNIT Jaipur | Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 463-530 (Round 1) |
| NIT Delhi | Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 483-510 (Round 1) |
CCMT 2025 Category-wise Cutoff (Latest — 2026 awaited): General & OBC Closing Ranks
Here are the category-wise closing GATE scores for prominent M.Tech programs in 2025, highlighting the competitive thresholds for admissions.
| Institute & Branch | Category | Closing GATE Score (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy CSE | General-AI | 747 |
| NIT Warangal CSE | General-AI | 761 |
| Various NITs (M.Tech CSE/ECE) | OBC AI | 443 (Last Round) |
CCMT 2025 Round-wise Cutoff (Latest — 2026 awaited): Round 1, Round 2 & Final Round Closing Ranks
The table below illustrates the progression of closing GATE scores across different counselling rounds for M.Tech CSE at NIT Trichy in 2025.
| Institute & Branch | Round | Closing GATE Score (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy CSE | Round 1 | 777 |
| NIT Trichy CSE | Round 3 | 777 |
| NIT Warangal CSE | Round 1 | 761 |
| NIT Warangal CSE | Round 3 | 761 |
CCMT Cutoff Trends: Closing Ranks 2023 vs 2024 vs 2025 by Branch
Analyzing the year-on-year trends provides insight into the increasing competition for M.Tech admissions through GATE scores.
| Institute & Branch | Closing GATE Score (2023) | Closing GATE Score (2024) | Closing GATE Score (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy CSE (General-AI) | 637 | 712 | 747 |
CCMT GATE Cutoff 2026 Counselling Schedule: Registration, Choice Filling & Seat Allotment Dates
The detailed schedule for CCMT 2026 counselling, including registration, choice filling, and various seat allotment rounds, is provided below.
| Activity | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Start | May 15 |
| Choice Filling & Locking Deadline | June 5 |
| Seat Allotment Round 1 | June 12 |
| Document Verification (Round 1) | June 17 |
| Seat Allotment Round 2 | June 22 |
| Seat Allotment Round 3 | June 27 |
| Special Round 1 Allotment | July 22 |
| Special Round 2 Allotment | July 27 |
| National Spot Round (NSR) Allotment | August 5 |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute | August 5-11 |
FAQs
Q. When will the CCMT 2026 cutoff be officially released?
The CCMT 2026 cutoff (opening and closing GATE scores) will be released round-wise on ccmt.admissions.nic.in after each seat allotment round. Round 1 cutoff is expected on June 12, 2026.
Q. What is the full form of CCMT?
CCMT stands for Centralized Counselling for M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan. Admissions.
Q. Which GATE scores are valid for CCMT 2026 counselling?
Candidates can participate in CCMT 2026 counselling with a valid GATE score from 2024, 2025, or 2026.
Q. What is the difference between “Float” and “Slide” options in CCMT counselling?
Float means accepting the allotted seat but remaining open to higher preferences in any institute in subsequent rounds. Slide means accepting the seat but only seeking a better specialization within the same institute in later rounds.
Q. Can I apply for CCMT if my final semester results are pending?
Yes, you can apply as a “Result Awaited” candidate, provided you submit a certificate from your college head and meet minimum CGPA requirements by the deadline set by the allotted institute.
Q. What types of institutes participate in CCMT counselling?
CCMT facilitates admissions to M.Tech, M.Arch, and M.Plan programs in National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs).
Q. How does the CCMT cutoff change between rounds?
Generally, CCMT cutoffs tend to drop in subsequent rounds and special rounds as more seats become available due to withdrawals or candidates accepting other offers.
