
VIT Chennai cutoff ranks for popular branches such as Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at VIT Chennai are expected to be approximately 12,000 to 30,000 among lower category candidates, whereas for higher categories, the ranks may go up to 75,000 or more. Those who get marks close to 90 to 110+ typically belong to this group, making Chennai a target that many candidates can realistically aim for.
VIT Chennai cutoff for 2026 is expected to be around 12,000 -30,000 ranks (Category 1 -2) and may extend up to 75,000+ (Category 4 -5).

Key Summary:
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| Category | Expected Overall Rank Range | CSE (Core) Closing Rank | CSE with Specializations Closing Rank | ECE / Other Popular Branches | Non-CSE Branches (Mech, EEE, Civil, etc.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Up to 12,000 - 20,000 | Up to 8,000 | Up to 11,500 | Up to 14,000 | Up to 20,000 - 30,000 |
| Category 2 | 20,000 - 30,000 | Up to 14,000 | Up to 20,500 | Up to 22,000 | Up to 32,000 - 45,000 |
| Category 3 | 30,000 - 40,000 | Up to 25,000 | Up to 26,000 | Up to 30,000 | Up to 48,000 - 60,000 |
| Category 4 | 40,000 - 55,000 | Up to 29,000 | Up to 32,000 | Up to 40,000 | Up to 65,000 - 80,000 |
| Category 5 | 55,000 - 75,000+ (up to 1 Lakh+) | Up to 34,000 | Up to 42,000 - 55,000 | Up to 50,000 - 75,000 | Up to 90,000 - 1 Lakh+ |

Source: YouTube
| Marks (out of 125) | Expected Rank Range | Likely Category at VIT Chennai | Chance for Good Branches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118+ | 1 - 250 | Category 1 | Excellent (Top branches) |
| 113 - 117 | 251 - 500 | Category 1 | Very High |
| 90 - 112 | 501 - 2,500 | Category 1 - 2 | Strong for CSE/ECE |
| 81 - 90 | 2,501 - 5,000 | Category 2 | Good |
| 72 - 81 | 5,001 - 6,500 | Category 2 - 3 | Decent |
| 60 - 72 | 6,501 - 15,000 | Category 3 | Moderate |
| 50 - 60 | 9,000 - 20,000 | Category 3 - 4 | Borderline for CSE |
| 43 - 50 | 15,000 - 25,000 | Category 4 - 5 | Limited CSE options |
| 35 - 43 | 20,000 - 34,000 | Category 5 | Possible for CSE in Cat 5 |
| 30 - 35 | 30,000 - 50,000 | Category 5 | Good for ECE & others |
| 20 - 30 | 50,000 - 80,000+ | Category 5 | Safe for non-CSE branches |
| Below 20 | 80,000 - 1.2 Lakh+ | Category 5 | Mostly Group A branches |

| Category | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | 3,100 - 4,000 | 6,000 - 8,000 |
| Category 2 | 5,000 - 12,000 | 14,000 - 18,000 |
| Category 3 | 14,000 - 20,000 | 25,000 - 28,000 |
| Category 4 | 25,600 - 30,000 | 29,000 - 35,000 |
| Category 5 | 32,500 - 35,000 | 40,000 - 48,000 |

| Category | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | 4,500 - 11,500 | 11,500 - 18,000 |
| Category 2 | 7,700 - 20,500 | 20,500 - 28,000 |
| Category 3 | 18,000 - 26,000 | 26,000 - 38,000 |
| Category 4 | 29,000 - 32,000 | 32,000 - 48,000 |
| Category 5 | 39,000 - 42,000 | 42,000 - 60,000 |
| Category | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Up to 14,000 | Up to 22,000 |
| Category 2 | Up to 25,000 | Up to 35,000 |
| Category 3 | Up to 40,000 | Up to 50,000 |
| Category 4 | Up to 55,000 | Up to 63,000 |
| Category 5 | Up to 75,000 - 80,000 | Up to 75,000 |

| Category | 2025 Closing Rank | 2024 Closing Rank |
| Category 1 | Up to 30,000 - 45,000 | Up to 45,000 - 75,000 |
| Category 2 | Up to 45,000 - 75,000 | Up to 75,000+ |
| Category 3 | Up to 60,000 - 1 Lakh | Up to 1 Lakh+ |
| Category 4 | Up to 80,000 - 1 Lakh | Up to 1 Lakh+ |
| Category 5 | Up to 90,000 - 1.2 Lakh+ | Up to 1 Lakh - 1.5 Lakh+ |

Source: YouTube
Ques. What is the rank required for VIT Chennai in 2026?
Ans. The rank required for the top branches may be around 12,00030 000 whereas for higher categories it can be as high as 75,000+.
Ques. Is VIT Chennai a harder college to get in than Vellore?
Ans. No. Since it has higher cutoff ranks, the admission is comparatively easier.
Ques. Is 100 marks enough for VIT Chennai?
Ans. Yes, 100 marks can help you get mid/high categories depending on branch.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.