JEE Mains 2026 Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject Wise Explained Here

JEE Mains 2026 Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject Wise Explained Here

Team Careers360Updated on 29 Nov 2025, 09:25 AM IST

JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject Wise –The National Testing Agency (NTA) released information regarding the eligibility criteria for JEE Main based on Class 12 marks. The authority has outlined the required subjects and minimum marks that candidates must obtain in their Class 12th (or equivalent) examination to be eligible for JEE Main. Although JEE Main does not prescribe a minimum percentage to appear for the examination, there are important subject-wise requirements and percentage criteria that must be fulfilled for admission. The authority will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exam from January 21 to 30, 2026. The JEE Main 2026 registration for session 1 has concluded. Read this article carefully to understand the complete details about JEE Main 12th marks eligibility.
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  1. JEE Main Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject-Wise Key Highlights
  2. JEE Main Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject-wise
  3. 75% Marks Criteria for Admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
  4. What If You Do Not Meet the 75% Criteria?
  5. Important Points for JEE Main Eligibility Marks
JEE Mains 2026 Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject Wise Explained Here
JEE Mains 2026 Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject Wise

JEE Main Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject-Wise Key Highlights

Particulars

Details

Academic Qualification

Class 12th or equivalent examination from a recognized board.

Number of Subjects

At least 5

Subjects for eligibility

Physics and Mathematics (compulsory), and one additional subjec,t Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical vocational subject

Minimum Percentage Required

No minimum percentage to appear in the examination, but one must fulfill the criteria for admission to certain institutes

JEE Main Eligibility Marks in 12th Subject-wise

To be eligible for JEE Main, candidates must meet the subject requirements. The table below explains the subject-wise eligibility marks for Class 12th:

Subject Requirement

Details

Physics

Compulsory subject; must have passing marks as per the board's criteria

Mathematics

Compulsory subject; must have passing marks as per the board's criteria

Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational Subject

Must have passed at least one of these subjects

Total Subjects

A minimum of five subjects is required in Class 12th

Minimum Marks

No fixed percentage to appear in JEE Main. However, for admission in NITs/IIITs/GFTIs: 75% marks (65% for SC/ST) or top 20 percentile is mandatory.

75% Marks Criteria for Admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs

JEE Main exam itself does not demand minimum percentage marks, candidates seeking admission to National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and Government Funded Technical Institutions (GFTIs) must meet the following eligibility marks in Class 12th:

  • General/OBC candidates: 75% aggregated percentage in Class 12th or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards.

  • SC/ST candidates: 65% aggregated percentage in Class 12th or be in the top 20 percentile of their boards.

This condition is applicable even if you qualify for JEE Main with a good rank. Therefore, Class 12th marks play a significant role in securing admission to premier institutes.

What If You Do Not Meet the 75% Criteria?

Candidates who do not meet the 75% (or 65% for SC/ST) marks criteria are still eligible to appear for JEE Main. However, they will not be considered for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Such candidates can still apply for other private colleges and universities that accept JEE Main scores without this eligibility condition.

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Important Points for JEE Main Eligibility Marks

  • Candidates must pass each subject individually as per their board’s rules.

  • The total marks considered for the 75%/65% eligibility include Physics, Mathematics, and one additional subject (Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical vocational subject).

  • Candidates appearing for Class 12th board examinations are also eligible for JEE Main, but they must fulfill these marks criteria at the time of admission.

  • Diploma holders are also eligible for JEE Main, but they can only apply for JEE Advanced, not for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs through JEE Main.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When will JEE Main 2026 exam be conducted?
A:

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026, and the Session 2 is scheduled for April 2 to 9, 2026.

Q: Are Class 12th appearing candidates eligible for JEE Main?
A:

Yes, candidates appearing in Class 12th can apply for JEE Main. They must meet the subject-wise and mark eligibility at the time of admission.

Q: Do I need 75% marks in Class 12th to appear for JEE Main?
A:

No, there is no minimum percentage required to appear in JEE Main. However, the 75% marks criterion (65% for SC/ST) is required for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.

Q: What are the compulsory subjects for JEE Main eligibility?
A:

Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects. Along with these, you must have passed Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or any technical vocational subject.

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