JEE Main 2025: Expected Cut-Offs for IITs, NITs & IIITs – Shocking Trends This Year!
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20/03/2025
New Delhi, March 20, 2025 — With the conclusion of the JEE Main 2025 exam, aspirants are eagerly awaiting the official cut-off scores for admission into prestigious institutions like IITs, NITs, and IIITs. Based on previous trends and expert analysis, the expected cut-offs this year show significant shifts due to factors such as increased competition and varying difficulty levels across exam sessions.
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JEE Main 2025 Expected Cut-Off Percentiles
| Category | Expected Percentile Range |
|---|---|
| General (UR-ALL) | 94.24 – 100.00 |
| General-PwD | 0.00 – 94.20 |
| EWS | 82.33 – 94.23 |
| OBC | 80.68 – 94.23 |
| SC | 61.09 – 94.23 |
| ST | 47.70 – 94.23 |
Note: These percentile ranges are based on statistical trends from previous years and may vary after normalization of scores by NTA.
Expected Cut-Off Marks for Top Institutions
NITs
The cut-off marks for NITs vary depending on the branch and category of candidates. Here’s an overview of expected cut-offs for popular branches:
| Institute | Branch | Expected Percentile Range |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Trichy | Computer Science (CSE) | 99.5+ |
| NIT Warangal | Electronics (ECE) | 98.8+ |
| NIT Surathkal | Mechanical Engineering | 96+ |
IIITs
For IIITs, Computer Science remains the most sought-after branch with competitive cut-offs:
| Institute | Branch | Expected Percentile Range |
|---|---|---|
| IIIT Hyderabad | CSE | 99.9+ |
| IIIT Allahabad | IT | 98+ |
| IIITDM Jabalpur | Electronics | 95+ |
IITs (via JEE Advanced)
To qualify for JEE Advanced and secure admission into IITs, candidates must clear the JEE Main cut-off first:
- Safe Score for General Category: 90–100 marks
- Safe Score for Reserved Categories: 50–80 marks
Factors Influencing Cut-Off Trends in JEE Main 2025
- Increased Registrations: A record number of students registered for JEE Main this year, raising competition levels significantly.
- Exam Difficulty: The overall difficulty was moderate, with Physics being slightly tougher in some sessions, which may affect normalization scores.
- Reservation Policies: Category-specific reservations continue to influence cut-offs across institutions.
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FAQs – JEE Main 2025 Expected Cut-Offs
Q1: What is the expected cut-off for General category in JEE Main 2025?
The expected percentile range for General category candidates is between 94.24 and 100, which translates to approximately 85–100 marks.
Q2: Can I get into an NIT with an 80 percentile?
With an 80 percentile, admission to top NITs may not be possible; however, you may secure a seat in less competitive branches or newer NITs.
Q3: What is the safe score for admission into IITs?
A safe score to qualify for JEE Advanced and eventually secure admission into IITs is around 90–100 marks for General category candidates.
Q4: How does normalization affect cut-offs?
Normalization adjusts scores across different shifts to ensure fairness in percentile calculation, which can slightly alter cut-offs post-exam.
Q5: What is the expected cut-off for IIIT Hyderabad CSE?
The expected percentile range for IIIT Hyderabad’s Computer Science program is above 99.9, making it one of the most competitive courses.
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