JEE Main Cutoff Trends - Analysis of Last 10 Years Cut Off Category Wise

JEE Main Cutoff Trends - Analysis of Last 10 Years Cut Off Category Wise

K Guna SahitiUpdated on 12 Apr 2025, 07:14 AM IST

JEE Main Cutoff Trends (2015-2025)- Candidates can check the JEE Main cutoff trends for the past 10 years on this page. The team has compiled data on the previous year JEE Mains cutoff trends. It is the minimum marks in JEE Mains necessary to qualify for JEE Advanced. JEE Mains cutoff is determined based mainly on the basis of the difficulty level of the exam and individual candidates’ performance in JEE Main. Aspirants taking the JEE Main 2025 exam must be aware of the JEE cutoff trends to be able to prepare accordingly. Check this page for JEE Main cutoff trends 2015-2025 for general and JEE Main cutoff trends 2015-2025 for OBC.

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  1. JEE Main Cutoff Trends (2015-2025)
  2. JEE Main Cutoff 2025
  3. JEE Main Cut Off 2024
  4. JEE Main Cut Off 2023
  5. JEE Main Cut Off 2022
  6. JEE Main CutOff 2021
  7. JEE Main Cut Off 2020
  8. JEE Main Cut Off 2019
  9. JEE Main Cut Off 2018
  10. JEE Main Cut Off 2017
  11. JEE Main 2016 Cutoff
  12. JEE Main 2015 Cutoff
JEE Main Cutoff Trends - Analysis of Last 10 Years Cut Off Category Wise
JEE Main Cutoff Trends

JEE Main Cutoff Trends (2015-2025)

The minimum marks to qualify JEE Mains for the past 10 years make up the JEE Main cutoff trends (2015-2025). Note that the authority does not release the raw marks for JEE Main anymore. Candidates can check the official JEE Main cutoff marks for 2015, 2016 and 2017 below. For all the other years, the JEE Mains cut off percentile is mentioned.

JEE Main Cutoff 2025

NTA will release the cutoff details along with the result declaration. Meanwhile, the expected JEE Mains cut off percentile is given in the table below.

JEE Main Expected 2025 Cutoff

Category

JEE Cut Off 2025 Percentile

General

92 - 100

General-PwD

0.0017 - 92

EWS

83 - 92

OBC-NCL

78 - 92

SC

61 - 92

ST

47 - 92

JEE Main Cut Off 2024

Check the following table for the 2024 cutoff percentile for JEE Mains. The data is presented for different categories.

JEE Mains 2024 Cutoff

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

93.2362181

GEN-EWS

81.3266412

OBC-NCL

79.6757881

SC

60.0923182

ST

46.6975840

PwD (all categories)

0.0018700

JEE Main Cut Off 2023

Cutoff for JEE Main 2023 is given in the table below.

JEE Main 2023 Cutoff

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

90.7788642

GEN-EWS

75.6229025

OBC-NCL

73.6114227

SC

51.9776027

ST

37.2348772

PwD (all categories)

0.0013527

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JEE Main Cut Off 2022

The table below shows the data on JEE Mains cutoff for 2022.

JEE Main 2022 Cutoff

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

88.4121383

GEN-EWS

63.1114141

OBC-NCL

67.009027

SC

43.0820954

ST

26.7771328

PwD (all categories)

0.0031029

JEE Main CutOff 2021

Aspirants can refer to the following table for category wise JEE Mains cutoff percentile.

JEE Main 2021 CutOff

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

87.8992241

GEN-EWS

66.2214845

OBC-NCL

68.0234447

SC

46.8825338

ST

34.6728999

PwD (all categories)

0.0096375

JEE Main Cut Off 2020

Cutoff for JEE Main 2020 is given in the table below.

JEE Main 2020 Cut Off

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

90.3765335

GEN-EWS

70.2435518

OBC-NCL

72.8887969

SC

50.1760245

ST

39.0696101

PwD (all categories)

0.0618524

JEE Main Cut Off 2019

The table given below shows the data on JEE Mains cutoff for 2019.

JEE Main 2019 CutOff

Category

JEE Cutoff Percentile

OPEN

89.7548849

GEN-EWS

78.2174869

OBC-NCL

74.3166557

SC

54.0128155

ST

44.3345172

PwD (all categories)

0.1137173

JEE Main Cut Off 2018

The table below mentions the data on minimum marks in JEE Mains to qualify for JEE Advanced 2018.

JEE Main 2018 Cut Off

Category

Cutoff Marks

OPEN

74

OBC-NCL

45

SC

29

ST

24

PwD (all categories)

-35

JEE Main Cut Off 2017

Aspirants can check the below given table for the JEE Mains cutoff for the year 2017. It is the minimum mark required to clear the exam.

JEE Main 2017 Cut Off

Category

Cutoff Marks

OPEN

81

OPEN-PwD

1

OBC-NCL

49

SC

32

ST

27

JEE Main 2016 Cutoff

Note the data provided here for category wise JEE Main cutoff marks 2016.

JEE Main Cutoff 2016

Category

Cutoff Marks

OPEN

100

OPEN-PwD

1

OBC-NCL

70

SC

52

ST

48

JEE Main 2015 Cutoff

Check the following table for the 2015 cutoff marks of JEE Mains. The data is presented for different categories.

JEE Main Cutoff 2015

Category

Cutoff Marks

OPEN

105

OPEN-PwD

19

OBC-NCL

70

SC

50

ST

44

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What will be the cutoff for JEE Mains 2025?
A:

The cutoff for JEE Mains 2025 for general category candidates is expected to be 92 - 100.

Q: Is 95.5 a good score in JEE Mains?
A:

95.5 marks is not a good score in JEE Mains. However, 95.5 percentile is very good as one can get admission to top institutes and become eligible for JEE Advanced as well. 

Q: Can I get NIT with 90 percentile?
A:

It depends on the JEE Main cutoff for that year. Open-category candidates with a percentile above 95 can get admission to top NITs. 

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If you want to get admission in IIT Delhi, then you will score well in JEE Advanced. Only the JEE Mains score is not sufficient to get admission in the IIT Delhi. You need to score 250+ marks for the general category in CSE. For the reservation category, you also need to score much higher marks and give your best performance. If you score quite well in JEE Advanced, then you will have a chance to get admission through JOSAA counselling.

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To score good marks in JEE Mains, you need a strong plan, consistent study habits and smart practice. First, finish the entire JEE syllabus from NCERT Class 11 and 12 textbooks, because these are the foundation for questions asked in the exam. After completing the basics, choose good quality reference books for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics to build problem-solving skills and deepen your understanding. Make a weekly study plan where each day is divided into theory study, problem practice and revision of earlier topics.

Regularly solve previous years’ JEE Main papers and take timed mock tests to improve your speed and accuracy. Analyse every test you take, understand your mistakes and work on weak areas instead of only doing new questions. In subjects like Physics and Mathematics, practising a variety of numerical problems is important, while in Chemistry focus on concepts and reactions that are frequently asked. Revision is crucial, so dedicate time every week to revisit older topics and short notes that you make while preparing.

Stay consistent, avoid last-minute cramming, and maintain good health with adequate sleep and breaks during study. With disciplined planning, regular practice and careful revision, you can significantly improve your JEE Main score. All the best.

Achieving a JEE Rank of below 100 in JEE Main and Advanced 2027 requires a disciplined, two-year preparation strategy starting from Class 11. Your study plan must integrate competitive exam preparation with your school academics:

Phase 1: Class 11 (Foundation Building and Conceptual Clarity)

  • Syllabus Completion: Dedicate this year to rigorously completing the entire Class 11 NCERT syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). Focus heavily on fundamental topics like Mechanics (Physics), General Organic Chemistry (GOC) and Chemical Bonding (Chemistry), and Calculus basics (Maths).

  • Concept Mastery: Do not rush. Master concepts thoroughly before moving to problems. Use standard JEE reference books and ensure you solve all NCERT examples and exercises first.

  • Practice: Allocate 60% of your study time to concept building and 40% to problem-solving. Practice JEE Main Previous Year Questions (PYQs) immediately after completing a chapter to gauge the exam pattern.

Phase 2: Class 12 (Advanced Problem Solving and Revision)

  • Advanced Topics: Complete the Class 12 syllabus by November 2026, focusing on high-weightage topics like Electrostatics, Modern Physics, and Electrochemistry.

  • Revision & Mocks: Reserve the period from December 2026 to January 2027 solely for mock tests and revision. Start taking full-length JEE Main mock tests (3 per week) under strict timed conditions. Analyze each mock test thoroughly to eliminate repeated errors.

  • Target JEE Advanced: After the JEE Main attempts in early 2027, shift focus entirely to JEE Advanced PYQs and challenging, multi-concept problems, taking at least 2 JEE Advanced mock tests per week.

A detailed subject-wise study plan and additional tips on effective JEE preparation starting from Class 11 can be found here: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-preparation-from-class-11

The last 30 days before the JEE Main exam should be dedicated entirely to revision, practice, and error analysis, shifting focus away from learning new concepts.

Here is a concise, 30-day study plan to maximize your score:

1. Revision Strategy (Weeks 1-3)

  • Prioritize High-Weightage Topics: Spend 70% of your revision time reviewing the most scoring and frequently tested chapters (e.g., Modern Physics, Chemical Kinetics, p-Block elements, Vectors & 3D Geometry). Use your short notes and flashcards for quick review, focusing on formulas, key mechanisms, and definitions.

  • Physics & Maths: Master all formulas and derivations. Practice at least 20 numerical problems daily, emphasizing speed and calculation accuracy.

  • Chemistry: Dedicate 50% of your Chemistry time to Inorganic (NCERT-based) and Organic (name reactions, reagents, mechanisms) concepts.

2. Mock Tests & Analysis (Daily)

  • Daily Mock Test: Solve one full-length JEE Main Mock Test every day (3 hours) under strict exam conditions (9 AM–12 PM or 3 PM–6 PM).

  • Error Analysis (Crucial): Immediately after the test, spend 2-3 hours analyzing your performance:

    • Identify every incorrect or unattempted question.

    • Determine the reason for the error (Conceptual mistake, calculation error, or time pressure).

    • Revisit the concept from your notes/NCERT text to correct the mistake permanently.

3. Final Week Focus (Last 7 Days)

  • Stop Learning New Topics: Absolutely avoid picking up new, complex chapters.

  • PYQ Sprint: Revisit only the last 3 years' JEE Main Previous Year Questions (PYQs). Mark any previously incorrect questions and solve them again.

  • Mindset: Focus on maintaining confidence, getting proper sleep, and using the revision breaks for physical activity to keep your mind fresh.

You can find more detailed subject-wise tips and psychological strategies here: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-preparation-tips

The most effective way to prepare for JEE Main 2026 is by focusing on the most important Previous Year Question Papers (PYQs), which highlight high-weightage and frequently repeated questions across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Since the exam strongly tests NCERT concepts, mastering these PYQs is essential for predicting the question pattern and improving your time management. https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-mains-chapterwise-pyq-previous-year-questions-solutions-pdf