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    Which IIT Branches are the New Premium Choices After CSE?

    Which IIT Branches are the New Premium Choices After CSE?

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    RanjeetaUpdated on 12 Dec 2025, 04:41 PM IST

    AI & Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mathematics & Computing, and Industrial Engineering & Operations Research are some of the new premium IIT branches after Computer Science and Engineering. As per the JoSAA ranks, these branches have the highest Common Rank List (CRL) rank after Computer Science and Engineering. With the highest opening rank, these are the high-demand IIT branches among engineering students. The popularity of these IIT BTech branches has risen due to the growing shift towards modern industry requirements and technological evolution. Further, students are offered a great placement package for the branches with a high salary package and jobs in top IT companies. Job roles include finance, research, data and science, electronics, VLSI, semiconductor manufacturing, robotics, and sustainability-driven industries. As per the latest data, IIT Madras has offered a package of Rs 22.5 LPA for its EE branch.

    This Story also Contains

    1. Top IIT Branches based on JoSAA Opening Ranks
    2. IIT Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
    3. IIT Mathematics and Computing
    4. IIT Electrical Engineering
    5. IIT Mechanical Engineering
    6. IIT Engineering Physics
    Which IIT Branches are the New Premium Choices After CSE?
    Which IIT Branches are the New Premium Choices After CSE

    High demand for IIT branches is known by analysing the JoSAA opening/closing ranks. Candidates have to qualify for the JEE Mains exam or JEE Advanced 2026 to participate in JoSAA counselling. Find below more information on IIT Branches that are the premium choices after CSE.

    Top IIT Branches based on JoSAA Opening Ranks

    Here is the list of top IIT branches besides CSE with the highest JoSAA opening rank. AI and Data Analytics tops the list with an opening rank of 102 in JoSAA R1 for the open category after CSE. Furthermore, Electrical Engineering comes with a rank of 106, Engineering Physics with 154, and Mathematics and Computing with 154. The above-mentioned IIT branches with high closing ranks indicate that the branch has a strong demand and competition. The JoSAA closing rank is affected by factors such as the number of seats, high applicant numbers, and exam performance trends. Find more IIT branches with the highest closing rank after CSE.

    IIT JoSAA Opening Rank for Round 1 (Open Category)

    IIT NamesAcademic Program NameOpening Rank

    IIT Bombay


    Electrical Engineering

    106

    Engineering Physics

    122

    Industrial Engineering and Operations Research

    264

    Chemistry

    335

    BS in Mathematics

    370

    Electrical Engineering

    470

    Mechanical Engineering

    490

    Chemical Engineering

    601

    II


    Mathematics and Computing

    154

    Mathematics and Computing

    319

    Electrical Engineering

    365

    Electrical Engineering (Power and Automation)

    612

    Engineering and Computational Mechanics

    858

    IIT Guwahati

    Mathematics and Computing

    740

    Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

    873

    IIT Hyderabad


    Artificial Intelligence

    690

    Mathematics and Computing

    736

    Electrical Engineering

    848

    IIT Kanpur


    Mathematics and Scientific Computing

    593

    Electrical Engineering

    751

    Statistics and Data Science

    878

    IIT Kharagpur


    Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering

    419

    Artificial Intelligence

    461

    Mathematics and Computing

    519

    IIT Madras


    Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics

    102

    Electrical Engineering

    205

    Computational Engineering and Mechanics

    597

    Aerospace Engineering

    662

    Mechanical Engineering

    762

    Engineering Design

    816

    Engineering Physics

    872

    IIT Roorkee


    Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

    562

    Biosciences and Bioengineering

    752

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    IIT Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics

    AI or Artificial Intelligence is a branches of computer science that deal with creating machines that perform based on human-like intelligence, such as understanding language, recognising patterns, and making decisions. Data Analytics means extracting insights and knowledge from data.

    Students can pursue AI and Data Analytics as an undergraduate degree, such as a Bachelor's of Technology BTech through top IITs, including IIT Madras, IIT Hyderabad, and IIT Patna. As per the recent placement report on IIT Hyderabad has offered the highest package of Rs 51 lakhs for its AI & Data Analytics branch. Candidates secure job opportunities with high-paying jobs such as Data Scientist, NLP Engineer, AI Engineer, Data Analyst in Finance, e-commerce, retail, healthcare, and logistics sectors. The AI and Data Analytics salary package ranges from Rs 5 to 14 LPA in India for freshers. Find more details on AI and Data Analytics.

    AI and Data Analytics: Job Roles and Salary

    Now, find below the job roles students can land after completing their four-year BTech degree in AI & Data Analytics, along with their average pay in India.

    Job RoleAverage Salary in LPATop Companies Hiring

    Data Scientist

    Rs 5- 15 LPA

    Google, Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Accenture

    AI Engineer

    Rs 5 to 10 LPA

    Amazon, TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, Accenture

    NLP Engineer

    Rs 3 to 10 LPA

    Wipro, Accenture, S&P Global, Nextiva

    Data Scientist

    Rs 5 to 15 LPA

    Google, Amazon, Microsoft, TCS

    Data Analyst

    Rs 3 to 6 LPA

    Infosys, Accenture, Flipkart


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    IIT Mathematics and Computing

    IIT Mathematics and Computing branch has an opening rank of 154 for IIT Delhi, making it another highly demanding IIT branch among engineering students. Candidates with a Mathematics and Computing degree land in high-paying jobs as data analysts, software developers, or systems engineers. Tabulated below are the Mathematics and Computing job profiles and their top recruiters.

    IIT Mathematics and Computing: Job Roles and Salary

    Job RoleAverage Salary in LPATop Companies

    Software Developer

    15-25

    Google, Microsoft, Nvidia

    Data Analyst/Scientist

    15-25

    Sprinkler, WorldQuant

    Quantitative Analyst

    15-25

    Goldman Sachs, Graviton

    Financial Analyst

    15-25

    Finance firms like WorldQuant

    SDE/HFT Roles

    20-40 (top offers)

    Amazon, consulting firms

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    IIT Electrical Engineering

    IIT Electrical Engineering is another branch with the highest opening rank after CSE. The branch has an opening rank of 106 at IIT Bombay, 205 at IIT Madras, and 365 at IIT Delhi, making it another high-demand engineering branch. The EE has become among the top choices due to its broad and relevant curriculum, exceptional placements, and top-tier faculty and research. IIT Delhi has offered an average salary package was Rs 21.82 lakhs for its UG course with placement opportunities in top-tier companies such as Procter and Gamble, Sony Japan, Texas Instruments, Qualcomm, and Tata Group. Find below the IIT Electrical Engineering job profile along with the top companies.

    IIT Electrical Engineering: Job Roles and Salary

    Job ProfileAverage Salary in LPA
    		Top Companies

    Power Systems Engineer

    10-18

    NTPC, BHEL, Reliance

    VLSI/Embedded Engineer

    10-18

    Intel, Qualcomm, Texas Instruments

    Control Systems Engineer

    10-18

    Siemens, Honeywell

    Telecommunications Engineer

    10-18

    Ericsson, Nokia

    Software/Consulting Roles

    15-25

    Google, Microsoft, Amazon

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    IIT Mechanical Engineering

    With an opening rank of 490 for IIT Bombay, Mechanical Engineering is in high demand and competitiveness after the CSE branch. IIT Bombay has offered an average package of Rs 21.82 lakhs for its Btech graduates. Candidates can secure high-paying job roles in various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, biotechnology, computers, electronics, and more. Find below the IIT Mechanical Engineering branch job roles with their salary and top companies.

    IIT Mechanical Engineering: Job Roles and Salary

    Job ProfileAverage Salary in LPA
    		Top Companies

    Design Engineer

    8-18

    Tata Motors, L&T

    Manufacturing Engineer

    8-18

    Reliance, BHEL

    Automotive Engineer

    10-20

    Mahindra, Boeing

    Thermal/Power Engineer

    8-18

    NTPC, Siemens

    R&D/Software Roles

    15-25 (tech shifts common)

    Google, Microsoft

    IIT Engineering Physics

    IIT Engineering Physics, with an opening rank of 122 at IIT Bombay, is another highly competitive branch. Candidates with an Engineering Physics Btech degree can secure job roles in research, semiconductors, optics, data science, and quantum technologies. Find below more of the job roles of the Engineering Physics degree and their average salaries.

    IIT Engineering Physics: Job Roles and Salary

    Job ProfileAverage Salary in LPA
    		Top Companies

    Research Associate

    7-19

    Cognizant, TCS, Accenture

    Test/Optical Engineer

    5-10

    Nokia, Cisco, Philips

    Graduate Engineer Trainee

    6-19

    ISRO, NTPC

    Application Engineer

    8-11

    GE Healthcare, Synopsys

    Automation/Quant Roles

    10-20

    Morgan Stanley

    Nuclear Engineer

    10-11

    DRDO Labs, BEL, CSIR Labs, TCS

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: What is the highest opening rank for IIT Mathematics and Computing?
    A:

     The highest opening rank for IIT Mathematics and Computing is 154 for IIT Delhi. 

    Q: What is the opening rank for IIT AI and Data Analytics?
    A:

    The opening rank for IIT AI and Data Analytics is 102 for IIT Madras. 

    Q: Which IIT branch is the premium choice after CSE?
    A:

    AI and Data Analytics, Mathematics and Computing, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Engineering Physics.

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