JEE Main 2025 Category-wise Cutoffs Prediction and Stratified Methods
Abhishek Patel
03/04/2025
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2025 JEE Mains official cutoffs are yet to be released by NTA (National Testing Agency ).Since the official cutoffs have not came out yet, analysis of last year’s trends and expert opinions will be an approximation of how well candidates will score in JEE Advanced, or have been stressing whether they get into IITs. Read on to know the category wise cutoffs, influencing factors by category & strategy planning tips.
JEE Mains 2025 Expected Cutoff as per Category wise
| Category | Expected Percentile | Approx Rank Range |
|---|---|---|
| General | 91-95 | Top 80,000 |
| EWS | 79-83 | Top 16,000 (EWS) |
| OBC-NCL | 77-81 | Top 40,000 (OBC) |
| SC | 58-62 | Top 35,000 (SC) |
| ST | 44-48 | Top 18,000 (ST) |
| Gen-PwD | 0.00130-0.00230 | Reserved PwD Quota |
Pro Tip: Use JEE Main College Predictors to align your percentile with potential colleges.
Factors Influencing JEE Mains Cutoffs
1. Exam Difficulty Level
- Tougher papers typically lead to lower cutoffs, while easier exams raise the bar.
2. Number of Candidates
- A higher number of test-takers increases competition, pushing cutoffs upward.
3. Previous Year Trends
- Historical data shows consistent patterns, with minor adjustments based on current conditions.
4. Seat Availability
-Higher Seat Quotas in IITs, NITs and IIITs may slightly reduce cutoffs,
Type of cutoffs- Qualifying vs. Admission :
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Cutoff | Minimum percentile required to qualify for JEE Advanced (Announced by NTA). |
| Admission Cutoff | Opening and closing ranks for specific colleges during JoSAA Counseling. |
Key Insight: Qualifying for JEE Advanced doesn’t guarantee admission; focus on improving your rank for better college options.
Top Engineering Colleges ROI Comparison
| College Type | Avg Fees (4 yrs) | Avg Package (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| IITs | ₹10 L | ₹25 LPA |
| NITs | ₹14 L | ₹12 LPA |
| State Govt | ₹5 L | ₹8 LPA |
| Private | ₹20 L | ₹6 LPA |
Critical 2025 Deadlines
JEE Mains Result:- March 20, 2025
- JEE Advanced Registration: May 1-10, 2025
- JoSAA counselling : June-July 2025
Also Read :
After JEE Main Session 2 2025, What Next? 5 Pathways for Future Engineers
Analysis of JEE Main, 2025 for Shift 2: Chemistry Easy, Physics and Maths Moderately Difficult
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