IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff 2026: M.Tech Admission Scores, Branch-Wise & Category Trends
The IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff for Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) General category saw a slight decrease from 624 in 2024 to 614 in 2025, reflecting a marginal shift in admission thresholds. The IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff is the minimum GATE score required for admission to various M.Tech programs at the Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (Durg, Chhattisgarh). For Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, the General category cutoff increased from a minimum of 599 in 2024 to a closing score of 610 in 2025, indicating heightened competition in this specialization. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
GATE 2026 Notification, Application & Exam Date Schedule
Below is the important schedule for GATE 2026, including key dates for notification, application, and examination.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release (Online Registration Opens) | August 28, 2025 |
| Application Start | August 28, 2025 |
| Application Close (without late fee) | September 28, 2025 |
| Application Close (with late fee) | October 9, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | January 13, 2026 |
| Exam Date | February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026 |
| Result Announcement | March 19, 2026 |
IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited): Branch-wise Closing Scores for CSE, DSAI & ECE
The following table details the M.Tech closing GATE scores for various branches at IIT Bhilai for the 2025 academic year, serving as the latest available data for prospective 2026 admissions.
| Branch/Program | UR | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 614 | 580 | 577 | 404 | 380 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) | 610 | 557 | 548 | 393 | 315 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 436 | 352 | 393 | 303 | 231 |
| Control and Instrumentation (EE) | 441 | 366 | 354 | 351 | NA |
| Power Systems and Power Electronics (EE) | 393 | NA | 374 | 291 | 263 |
| Design and Manufacturing (ME) | 389 | 340 | 345 | 255 | 272 |
| Thermal and Fluids Engineering (ME) | 355 | 352 | 331 | 213 | 222 |
| Electric Vehicle Technology (EVT) | 397 | 316 | 351 | 340 | 244 |
| Biomedical Devices | 311 | 304 | 387 | 282 | 249 |
| Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering | 362 | 337 | 317 | 245 | 249 |
| Mechatronics Engineering | 406 | 334 | 351 | 228 | NA |
| Microelectronics and VLSI | 444 | 424 | 436 | 334 | NA |
IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff Trends: Closing Scores 2023 vs 2024 vs 2025 by Branch
This section presents the year-on-year GATE cutoff trends for key M.Tech branches at IIT Bhilai, offering insights into score variations over recent admission cycles.
| Branch/Program | 2023 (General) | 2024 (General) | 2025 (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | 555 | 624 | 614 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) | 540 | 599 | 610 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) | 459 | 459 | 436 |
| Electric Vehicle Technology (EVT) | 434 | 409 | 397 |
IIT Bhilai M.Tech Admission 2026 Counselling Schedule
The following table outlines the key dates for the IIT Bhilai M.Tech admission process for the 2026-27 academic year, including application and interview timelines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CoAP Registration | Ongoing (Prerequisite) |
| IIT Bhilai Application Start | April 3, 2026 |
| IIT Bhilai Application Close | April 20, 2026 |
| Payment Details Finalization | April 22, 2026 |
| Entrance Test and Interview | Third week of May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Results (IIT Bhilai Admission) | Second week of June 2026 (Tentative) |
FAQs
Q. Has the IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff 2026 been released?
While the GATE 2026 qualifying cutoff has been released, the specific admission cutoff for M.Tech programs at IIT Bhilai for 2026 is typically released during the official seat allotment and counselling process, which is currently awaited. The 2025 cutoffs serve as the latest reference.
Q. What was the IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff for CSE General in 2025?
For the M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering program at IIT Bhilai, the General category closing GATE score in 2025 was 614.
Q. How does the IIT Bhilai GATE Cutoff for Data Science and AI compare between 2024 and 2025?
The General category cutoff for M.Tech Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at IIT Bhilai increased from a minimum of 599 in 2024 to a closing score of 610 in 2025.
Q. What are the important dates for GATE 2026 applications?
Online registration for GATE 2026 opened on August 28, 2025, and closed without a late fee on September 28, 2025. The GATE 2026 examinations were held in February 2026, with results announced on March 19, 2026.
Q. Which M.Tech branch had the lowest General category cutoff at IIT Bhilai in 2025?
Based on the 2025 data, the Biomedical Devices M.Tech program had one of the lowest General category closing scores at 311.
Q. Is a valid GATE score mandatory for IIT Bhilai M.Tech admission?
Yes, a valid GATE score is a compulsory requirement for M.Tech admissions at IIT Bhilai, followed by a centralized counselling procedure through the COAP portal.
