What is NTA Score: Meaning, Calculation and Importance in JEE

What is NTA Score: Meaning, Calculation and Importance in JEE

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Vikash Kumar VishwakarmaUpdated on 11 Feb 2025, 10:30 PM IST
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NTA is responsible for announcing the marks obtained by the candidates in the exam as NTA scores. The percentile score is known as the NTA score. This score is generated by normalising marks across multiple session papers. JEE percentile score is calculated up to 7 decimals. The authority released the JEE Main result 2025 for session on Februuary 11, 2025. Candidates can check their NTA score through the JEE Mains result 2025. Aspirants will get to know the category wise cutoff score for JEE Advanced through the NTA score card. Candidates with higher NTA scores in JEE Main 2025 have better chances of admission through JoSAA counselling.

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  4. Formula to calculate the NTA Score
  5. Validity of NTA Score
What is NTA Score: Meaning, Calculation and Importance in JEE
What is NTA Score: Meaning, Calculation and Importance in JEE

What is NTA Score - Highlight

Details

Particulars

Exam Name

Joint Entrance Examination Main

Date of exam

January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30

NTA Score card release date

February 12, 2025 February 11, 2025

NTA scorecard release time

5:00 PM

Official website

jeemain.nta.nic.in

What is NTA score

NTA score indicates the percentage of candidates who have scored equal to or below the particular candidates in the exam. The marks obtained by the candidates in the exam are transformed into a scale of 100 to 0. Moreover, the NTA score is not similar to the percentage of the marks obtained by the candidates.

How to check NTA score?

The authority has released the NTA score on February 11, 2025. The NTA score link is updated on the website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. To check the score of NTA candidates need to keep the JEE application number and password handy. Below is the step to check the NTA scorecard.

  • Visit JEE Main 2025 official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in

  • Check the candidate's activity section for the JEE Main result

  • Click on the link

  • Enter the application number and password

  • Check the JEE exam result for NTA scores.

Details Mentioned in the NTA score

The following details are displayed in the NTA score

  • Application number

  • Roll number (Session 1 / Session 2)

  • Candidates Name

  • Mother’s Name

  • Father’s Name

  • Category

  • gender

  • Date of Birth

  • State of Eligibility

  • Nationality

  • Photograph

  • NTA Score for Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech)

  • All India Rank (AIR) based on Final NTA score

  • Category wise Cutoff score for JEE Advanced for Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech)

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Formula to calculate the NTA Score

Candidates can check the information brochure to calculate the NTA score. The calculation for the NTA score is done by multiplying the number of candidates who appear in the Session with a raw score equal to or less than the candidates with 100 and dividing the multiplication by total number of candidates who appeared in the session. Below is the formula

NTA Score

NTA Score

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Validity of NTA Score

National Testing Agency (NTA) Score will be valid for one year only. Candidates have to produce a hard copy of the NTA scorecard during the document verification process for admission. NTA score will be valid for the same academic year only. It can not be used for the next academic year. Students will have to reappear for the JEE Main exam to secure admission based on their NTA score.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is a good NTA score?
A:

To appear for the JEE Advanced GEN category must secure an NTA score of 93 to 100 percentile. While for admission to NIT, IIITs, and GFTIs a good NTA score is 120 to 150.

Q: Is 82 a good NTA score?
A:

Yes, an NTA score of 82 is average. Candidates might not be able to secure admission to top Engineering colleges through JoSAA counselling.

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Have a question related to JEE Main ?

Preparing for the JEE Main in just 30 days is a challenging but achievable task if you follow a highly disciplined and strategic approach. According to the Careers360 30-day study plan , the key is to shift your focus from learning everything to mastering high-weightage topics and practicing rigorously.

Phase 1: Week 1 & 2 – Focus on High-Weightage Chapters

During the first 15 days, prioritize topics that frequently appear in the exam.

  • Physics: Modern Physics, Heat & Thermodynamics, Optics, and Current Electricity.

  • Chemistry: GOC (General Organic Chemistry), Chemical Bonding, p-Block elements, and Solutions.

  • Maths: Matrices & Determinants, Sequences & Series, Coordinate Geometry, and Vector & 3D Geometry.

  • Study Strategy: Use NCERT for Chemistry and simplified notes for Physics/Maths. Spend 3-4 hours on each subject daily.

Phase 2: Week 3 – Revision and Formula Memorization

  • Short Notes: Go through the short notes you made during the first two weeks.

  • Flashcards: Use flashcards for inorganic chemistry reactions and physics formulas.

  • Mock Tests: Start giving one full-length mock test every alternate day. Analyze your mistakes immediately to avoid repeating them.

Phase 3: Final Week – Full Simulation and Relaxation

  • Previous Year Papers (PYQs): Solve the last 3-5 years of JEE Main papers in the actual exam time slot (9 AM–12 PM or 3 PM–6 PM) to sync your body clock.

  • No New Topics: Stop picking up new chapters. Focus solely on what you already know to build confidence.

  • Accuracy over Speed: Focus on getting the questions right rather than attempting all of them, as negative marking can significantly lower your percentile.

Downloadable Resources:

You can download the comprehensive day-by-day schedule, which includes specific topics to cover each morning and evening, by visiting the link : https://engineering.careers360.com/download/ebooks/jee-main-study-plan-30-days

Hello,

If you filled the JEE Main January form with Class 12 passed in 2025 and are planning to appear again for the Class 12 exam through HOS, there is usually no serious issue. You were eligible to apply since you had already passed Class 12. Reappearing through HOS for improvement or requalification is allowed, provided HOS is a recognized board. During counselling, your latest valid Class 12 result will be considered. Make sure you meet the 75% marks or top 20 percentile requirement where applicable. If a correction window opens, update details if needed.

Hope this has solved your query. Thank You.

Good Evening,

Yes, you are eligible for both JEE Mains and Advanced, as you completed your 12th with physics, chemistry and biology. Moreover, you passed mathematics in 2025, which makes you fit the eligibility criteria of both exams.

Aspirant, I would like to inform you that Careers360 recently launched a free mock test series for JEE students. The last date of registration is 8th January, 2026. Enroll and solve chapter wise question papers and improve you concept and assess your learning. The link to the mock test series is attached herewith. https://learn.careers360.com/test-series-jee-main-free-mock-test/

Best regards.


Hello,
Since the NTA conducts exams in Tamil, these official papers will have a Tamil language option. Kindly check the following link to get the question papers.
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-question-papers
I hope this helps you.

Hello there,

Understanding and solving different question papers is one of the best practice for the preparation specially when it comes to JEE mains. It gives you proper understanding of the exam pattern, important topics to cover and marking scheme.

Here is the link attached from the official website of Careers360 which will provide you with the link of previous year question papers on chemistry in PDF format. Hope it helps!

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-mains-chemistry-questions-in-last-year-exam-premium

thank you!