Based on confirmed JAM 2024 JOAPS data, the closing rank for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics in the General category was AIR 148; for JAM 2026, the expected General category closing rank is AIR 140–165 based on this trend.
IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics is among the most competitive programmes for students appearing in the JAM Mathematics (MA) paper. Admission takes place through JOAPS (JAM Online Application Processing System) counselling, where your All India Rank in the JAM MA paper — which carries a total of 100 marks — determines your chances at each institute. The JAM 2026 qualifying cutoff was 12.65 marks for General students and 6.32 marks for SC, ST and PwD students; however, clearing this threshold only makes you eligible for JOAPS. Your AIR must also fall within IIT Delhi’s closing rank for your category to secure a seat in the MSc Mathematics programme.
- JAM MA paper total: 100 marks; JAM 2026 qualifying cutoff: 12.65 marks (General/EWS) and 6.32 marks (SC/ST/PwD).
- IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics total seats: approximately 68 across all categories based on 2025 intake data.
- Confirmed JAM 2024 General closing rank at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics: AIR 148 (opening rank: AIR 3).
- Confirmed JAM 2024 SC closing rank: AIR 452; ST closing rank: AIR 1357.
- JAM 2026 JOAPS Round 2 data was released June 8, 2026; check the JOAPS portal for round-wise closing ranks as they are published.
JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics
The table below shows the expected category-wise closing AIR at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics for JAM 2026. All figures are expected and are derived from JAM 2024 confirmed closing rank data combined with year-on-year competition trends. The actual JAM 2026 closing ranks are published on the JOAPS portal after each counselling round.
| Category | Approximate Seats | Expected Closing AIR (JAM 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 27 | 140–165 |
| EWS | 7 | 190–240 |
| OBC-NCL | 17 | 290–380 |
| SC | 10 | 440–520 |
| ST | 4 | 1250–1450 |
| PwD (horizontal, 3% per category) | 3 | Relaxed norms apply |
A slight upward shift in the General and OBC-NCL closing ranks is expected for JAM 2026 compared to JAM 2024 owing to growing participation in the MA paper. The final-round closing rank is always more relaxed than Round 1 because seats vacated by non-joining students are re-allotted in subsequent rounds.
JAM 2024 IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics Closing Rank (Confirmed)
The table below presents confirmed JOAPS closing ranks for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics from JAM 2024 — the most recently available cycle with fully published data. The General category closed at AIR 148 with an opening rank of AIR 3, reflecting the strong preference for IIT Delhi among top-ranked JAM MA students.
| Category | Opening AIR | Closing AIR (JAM 2024) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 3 | 148 |
| SC | Not published | 452 |
| ST | Not published | 1357 |
| EWS | Not published | To be updated |
| OBC-NCL | Not published | To be updated |
The opening AIR of 3 for the General category confirms that IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics attracts the very best performers in the JAM MA paper. Students with AIR up to 148 in the General category were admitted in JAM 2024. JAM 2025 data is expected to show a similar pattern, with IIT Delhi continuing to be among the top-three most preferred IITs for MSc Mathematics.
IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics Seat Matrix
The number of available seats per category determines how widely the closing rank spreads. The table below is based on the 2025 seat intake; the official JAM 2026 seat matrix is published on the JOAPS portal at the start of counselling registration.
| Category | Seats (based on 2025 data) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 27 |
| EWS | 7 |
| OBC-NCL | 17 |
| SC | 10 |
| ST | 4 |
| PwD (horizontal, 3% of each category) | 3 |
| Total | ~68 |
With approximately 68 seats, IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics has a larger intake than many IIT MSc programmes. This is why the General closing rank extends to AIR 148 rather than the AIR 40–70 range typical of programmes with fewer than 30 seats.
Score Required for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics in JAM 2026
Your JAM MA score (out of 100) determines your AIR and your AIR determines your chance at IIT Delhi. The table below maps approximate score ranges to expected AIR bands and admission prospects for General category students at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics, based on 2023–2024 paper analysis.
| JAM MA Score (out of 100) | Approximate AIR | Chance at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics (General) |
|---|---|---|
| 65 and above | AIR 1–50 | Very High |
| 52–64 | AIR 51–150 | High — within expected General closing rank |
| 40–51 | AIR 151–300 | Moderate — borderline for General; likely for OBC-NCL |
| 25–39 | AIR 301–550 | Low for General; possible for SC category |
| Below 25 | AIR 550+ | Unlikely for IIT Delhi; explore other IITs and NITs |
These score-to-rank mappings are approximate and based on 2023–2024 JAM MA paper analysis. The actual AIR for a given score shifts each year depending on overall paper difficulty and the total number of students appearing. OBC-NCL students targeting IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics should aim for approximately 40–50 marks in the JAM MA paper.
Factors Affecting JAM 2026 IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics Cutoff
The closing rank at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics is not fixed. Several factors determine where it settles each cycle.
- Total JAM MA applicants: a larger pool of high-scoring students compresses AIR bands and pushes the IIT Delhi closing rank higher year on year.
- Paper difficulty: an easier MA paper increases the number of top scorers, tightening the closing rank at IIT Delhi; a harder paper relaxes it.
- Seat matrix changes: any increase in total seats at IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics directly lowers the closing rank; a reduction does the opposite.
- JOAPS counselling rounds: the final-round closing rank is always more relaxed than Round 1 as vacated seats are re-allotted. Students should track all rounds on the JOAPS portal.
- Choice-filling patterns of top rankers: if students ranked AIR 1–50 prefer IIT Bombay or IIT Madras over IIT Delhi, additional seats open at IIT Delhi and the closing rank eases slightly.
JAM 2026 IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What was the confirmed JAM 2024 closing rank for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics in the General category?
Ans. The confirmed JAM 2024 JOAPS closing rank for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics in the General category was AIR 148 with an opening rank of AIR 3. For SC students the closing rank was AIR 452 and for ST students it was AIR 1357.
Ques. What is the expected JAM 2026 closing rank for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics?
Ans. Based on JAM 2024 confirmed data and competition trends, the expected General category closing rank for JAM 2026 is AIR 140–165. For SC students it is expected around AIR 440–520 and for ST students around AIR 1250–1450. These are expected figures; actual ranks are published on the JOAPS portal after each counselling round.
Ques. How many seats does IIT Delhi offer for MSc Mathematics through JAM 2026?
Ans. IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics has approximately 68 total seats: 27 for General, 7 for EWS, 17 for OBC-NCL, 10 for SC and 4 for ST with 3 horizontal PwD seats (3% of each vertical category). The official JAM 2026 seat matrix is published on the JOAPS portal at the start of counselling.
Ques. What score out of 100 do I need in JAM MA to secure IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics?
Ans. Based on 2023–2024 JAM MA paper trends, a score of approximately 52–65 out of 100 corresponds to an AIR within the expected IIT Delhi General category closing rank of 140–165. OBC-NCL students aiming for IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics typically need around 40–50 marks. Scores below 25 are unlikely to result in a seat at IIT Delhi in any category.
Ques. What is the JAM 2026 qualifying cutoff for the MA paper?
Ans. The JAM 2026 qualifying cutoff for the MA paper is 12.65 marks out of 100 for General and EWS students and 6.32 marks for SC, ST and PwD students. Scoring above this threshold makes you eligible for JOAPS counselling but your AIR must also fall within IIT Delhi’s category-wise closing rank to secure admission.
Ques. Where can I check the JAM 2026 IIT Delhi MSc Mathematics round-wise closing rank?
Ans. Round-wise opening and closing ranks for all JAM 2026 programmes are published on the official JOAPS portal at jam2026.iitb.ac.in after each counselling round. JAM 2026 Round 2 data was released on June 8, 2026; visit the portal directly for the latest closing rank data.
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