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JEE Main Marks vs Percentile 2026: Cutoffs for NITs, IIITs & JEE Advanced
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Understanding JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts JEE Main in multiple sessions and shifts. Because shift difficulties vary, percentile scores are calculated based on relative performance. Understanding how your raw score maps to NTA percentile helps you plan your college choices and JEE Advanced prep strategy.
1. JEE Main Expected Marks vs Percentile (Out of 300)
| Raw Score Range | Expected Percentile | Approximate All India Rank (AIR) |
|---|---|---|
| 280 - 300 | 99.99+ Percentile | 1 - 100 |
| 230 - 279 | 99.5 - 99.9 Percentile | 101 - 1,200 |
| 180 - 229 | 99.0 - 99.4 Percentile | 1,201 - 12,000 |
| 140 - 179 | 97.0 - 98.9 Percentile | 12,001 - 35,000 |
| 110 - 139 | 94.0 - 96.9 Percentile | 35,001 - 70,000 |
| 80 - 109 | 90.0 - 93.9 Percentile | 70,001 - 1,20,000 |
2. Predict Your Rank & Eligible NITs
Use our free JEE Rank Predictor to estimate your percentile, rank, and eligible branches across 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and top GFTIs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What marks are required for 99 percentile in JEE Main?
Generally, a raw score of 180 to 200+ out of 300 is required for 99 percentile, depending on shift difficulty.
What is the qualifying percentile for JEE Advanced?
For General category, it usually ranges between 90 to 91 percentile. For OBC-NCL it is ~73-75, and for SC/ST it is ~45-55 percentile.