Result Windows: Most IITs (Delhi, Kharagpur, Madras, etc.) are aligning their final result declarations between May 1st and May 20th, 2026. These dates are subject to minor adjustments based on the finalization of merit lists post-PI.

The Waitlist Mechanism: WL movement is primarily driven by candidates declining offers to join IIMs or other top-tier B-schools (like ISB, XLRI, or FMS). Consequently, institutes with higher "prestige" or historical rankings often see slower, more stable WL movement, while newer or mid-tier programs experience significant fluctuations across rounds.

Category-Specific Dynamics: WL movement is not uniform; it operates independently across General, EWS, NC-OBC, SC, and ST categories. A vacancy created by a General candidate declining an offer does not impact the pool for reserved categories.

Monitoring Strategy: Since merit lists evolve as candidates finalize their choices, the "initial" list is rarely the final one. Many IITs conduct multiple rounds of offers throughout May and June. Candidates should regularly monitor the official portals, as many institutions update offer statuses incrementally