JEE Advanced 2026: Cut-Off Scores and Counseling Process Explained
JEE Advanced 2026 Results and Cut-Off Scores
The results for JEE Advanced 2026 have been announced, along with the cut-off scores essential for students aiming for admission into IITs. These scores are crucial as they determine which candidates qualify for the rank list and can participate in the IIT admission process via JoSAA counseling. Candidates must achieve not only a specific overall score but also meet the minimum marks required in each subject.
Different cut-off scores have been set for various categories. With the cut-offs now available, successful candidates can start preparing for the counseling and college selection stages.
Minimum Marks Required for Each Category
JEE Advanced 2026 Cut-Off: Category-wise Minimum Marks
For this year, candidates in the Common Rank List (CRL) need to obtain at least 8 marks in each subject and an overall score of 92 marks. Candidates from the OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS categories must secure a minimum of 7 marks in each subject and an aggregate score of 82 marks.
For SC, ST, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories, the qualifying marks are set lower. Candidates in these groups need to achieve 4 marks in each subject and a total of 46 marks. Additionally, for the Preparatory Course (PC) rank list, the requirements are 2 marks in each subject and a total of 23 marks.
Category-wise Marks Overview
Category-wise Marks
| Rank List | Minimum Marks in Each Subject | Minimum Aggregate Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL) | 8 | 92 |
| OBC-NCL | 7 | 82 |
| GEN-EWS | 7 | 82 |
| SC | 4 | 46 |
| ST | 4 | 46 |
| CRL-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| OBC-NCL-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| GEN-EWS-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| SC-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| ST-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| Preparatory Course (PC) | 2 | 23 |
Minimum Percentage Criteria Announced
Minimum Percentage Criteria
Alongside the specific marks, the authorities have also outlined the minimum percentage criteria for the various rank lists. Candidates in the Common Rank List must achieve at least 7.30% in each subject and an overall percentage of 25.26%.
Category-wise Minimum Percentage
| Rank List | Minimum Percentage in Each Subject | Minimum Aggregate Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL) | 7.30% | 25.26% |
| OBC-NCL | 6.51% | 22.78% |
| GEN-EWS | 6.51% | 22.78% |
| SC | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| ST | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| CRL-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| OBC-NCL-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| GEN-EWS-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| SC-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| ST-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| Preparatory Course (PC) | 1 | 6.39% |
Next Steps: Counseling Process
Focus Now Shifts to Counseling
Candidates who have met the cut-off criteria can now concentrate on their expected ranks, preferred branches, and institute choices. Experts recommend that students keep their scorecards secure and stay updated on all significant dates and announcements related to JoSAA counseling to avoid missing any vital opportunities during the admission process.