So, what’s the expected cutoff for JEE Mains 2025?
Let’s cut to the chase—the final NTA scores for JEE (Main) 2025 Session 2 are out! Yep, based on the answer keys released on April 18th, the scores are now official. If you took both sessions, your best score among the two is the one that counts. Lucky you, right?
Want the full breakdown?
Now let’s talk cutoffs—because everyone’s asking the same burning question.
JEE Mains 2025 Cutoff: What’s the Buzz?
This year’s cutoff is expected to nudge slightly upward. Why? A mix of trickier papers, fierce competition, and the usual high-stakes pressure. Sounds intense? It kind of is.
But here’s the kicker—it’s not just about how you performed; it’s about how everyone else did too. That’s where percentile normalization comes in, and trust us, it can swing things wildly.
Official NTA Data You Shouldn’t Miss:
Based on the latest stats, here’s the expected category-wise cutoff for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech):
| Category | Expected NTA Cutoff |
| General | ~90 |
| EWS | ~75 |
| OBC-NCL | ~73 |
| SC | ~51 |
| ST | ~38 |
| PwD | ~0.11 |
Note: These are not confirmed numbers, but solid estimates based on past trends and current difficulty levels.
But Wait… How Many Students Took It?
Let’s talk numbers. This year, lakhs of aspirants registered and appeared for JEE Main across both sessions. With each additional student in the mix, the race tightens. It’s survival of the fittest—academically speaking.
What Exactly Affects the Cutoff?
Here’s a quick breakdown of the major players:
- Paper Difficulty: Brutal paper? Lower cutoff. Cakewalk? Expect it to rise.
- Candidate Volume: More students = more competition = steeper cutoffs.
- Normalization: With multiple sessions, scores are adjusted. It’s not just raw marks anymore—percentiles rule.
A complex cocktail of factors, wouldn’t you agree?
JEE Main vs JEE Advanced Cutoff: What’s the Deal?
Let’s clear the fog:
- JEE Main Cutoff → This one qualifies you for JEE Advanced (only the top 2.5 lakh candidates make it).
- JEE Advanced Cutoff → This determines actual IIT admissions. Each IIT and course has its own threshold.
Here’s a twist—clearing the JEE Main cutoff isn’t enough. You also need 75% in Class 12 (or 65% for SC/ST/PwD) to be eligible for JEE Advanced. Harsh but true.
Let’s Time Travel: Cutoffs Over the Last 5 Years
Historical trends? They help.
Although we don’t have a crystal ball, looking back at past cutoffs does give us a glimpse of what might come. It’s not perfect science, but it’s smarter than guessing in the dark.
Your Burning Questions, Answered:
1. Is the cutoff the same for all NITs?
Not even close. The older, more prestigious NITs like Trichy, Warangal, and Surathkal have higher cutoffs than newer ones. Think of them as the IITs of the NIT world.
2. Can I get into an NIT with 85 percentile?
You might. It depends on your category and the NIT you’re aiming for. Lower-tier NITs or GFTIs? Possible. Top-tier ones? A bit of a stretch.
3. What if I miss the cutoff?
Deep breath. Not the end of the world. You can still apply to private colleges, state-level institutes, or even take another shot (if the April attempt is still an option for you).
4. Do Class 12 marks affect my cutoff?
Not directly. But as mentioned, for JEE Advanced or NIT admissions, you do need the 75%/65% eligibility mark in your board exams. So, yeah—they do matter. Just differently.
5. Will the cutoff rise this year?
If the paper felt easier to you, chances are it did to many others, too. And that means… yep, higher cutoff. But if students across the board struggled, the cutoff could take a dip. Let’s wait and watch.
Check the official details here
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