The expected cutoff for JEE Mains 2026 for ST category can be around 48 to 50 percentile. A small change in the marks can affect the percentile.
- The previous year cutoff was 47.9+ percentile which is expected to increase this year due to the increasing competition.
- The expected ST cutoff for JEE Mains 2026 can be around 30 - 40 marks.
- Even if the qualifying cutoff is lower, the admission cutoff for top NITs and IIITs remains is much higher, so clearing cutoff does not guarantee a seat.
If the 2026 paper is moderate to tough, lower marks may still be enough to cross the cutoff, as seen in recent marks vs percentile trends.
Related Links:
- Check the expected date for the JEE Main Admit Card 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff Category Wise
- JEE Main 2026 Cutoff Category-Wise
Key Summary
- The ST cutoff for JEE Main 2026 is expected to stay in a low percentile range, but its exact value depends on how students perform overall, not just marks.
- Even a small change in marks can significantly affect the percentile in the lower score range, making the cutoff unpredictable.
- Although the cutoff is lower for ST category, competition within the category remains high, especially for better ranks and college options.
JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff Percentile: ST Category
This table shows the previous year cutoff for JEE Main and accordingly the expected cutoff for 2026:
- In 2025, the JEE Mains cutoff was 47.9026465 percentile, and according to that the expected percentile for 2026 can be around 48 - 50.
- In 2023, the cutoff increased from 26.7771328 to 37.2348772 percentile.
| Year | Cutoff Percentile for ST |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 48 - 50 (Expected Percentile) |
| 2025 | 47.9026465 |
| 2024 | 46.6975840 |
| 2023 | 37.2348772 |
| 2022 | 26.7771328 |
Source: Previous Years Official Cutoff and Experts Prediction
Ques. What is the expected ST cutoff for JEE Main 2026?
Ans. The expected cutoff percentile for ST category in JEE Main 2026 is around 48 to 50 percentile, based on previous year trends and expert analysis.
Ques. What was the ST cutoff in JEE Main 2025?
Ans. The ST cutoff in JEE Main 2025 was approximately 47.90 percentile, showing a gradual increase in recent years.
Check:
- JEE Main 2026 NIT Category Wise Cutoff
- IIIT JEE Main Cut off 2026: Category-wise JoSAA Opening and Closing Ranks
- JEE Main 2026 GFTIs Cut off Expected, Previous Years’ Cut off
JEE Mains 2026 Expected Marks vs Percentile
This table shows the comparison between the marks and percentile expected in 2026. This number may vary with the official one.
- 180+ marks in JEE Mains is supposed to be the top marks with 99+ expected percentile.
- 30 – 40 marks is supposed to be around 40 - 45 percentile which can be the expected cutoff for ST category.
| Marks | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| 180+ | 99+ percentile |
| 150 – 160 | 98 – 99 percentile |
| 130 – 140 | 96 – 98 percentile |
| 110 – 120 | 93 – 95 percentile |
| 90 – 100 | 88 – 92 percentile |
| 70 – 80 | 80 – 85 percentile |
| 50 – 60 | 65 – 75 percentile |
| 30 – 40 | 40 – 55 percentile |
| 20 – 30 | 25 – 40 percentile |
| 10 – 20 | 10 – 25 percentile |
Source: YouTube Video PW Vidyapeeth Maharashtra
Ques. Is 30–40 marks enough to qualify JEE Advanced under ST category?
Ans. Yes, in many cases 30–40 marks may be sufficient to cross the cutoff, especially if the paper is moderate to tough.
Check: JoSAA Counselling 2026: Check Dates, Seat Matrix, Eligibility, and Documents Required
JEE Mains ST Cutoff for Top NITs and IIITs: Previous Year
These tables shows the 2025 cutoff for top NITs, IITs, and GFTIs. It shows the last round cutoff for Computer Science and Engineering for various institutes for ST category.
Previous Year Cutoff for Top NITs
- NIT and NIT Calicut were the most competitive NITs with 358 and 655 cutoff rank respectively.
- NIT Durgapur (2230) falls in the moderate competition range.
| Institute | ST (Closing Rank) for 2025 |
|---|---|
| NIT Jalandhar | 3795 |
| NIT Jaipur | 358 |
| NIT Bhopal | 1330 |
| NIT Allahabad | 1280 |
| NIT Agartala | 10738 |
| NIT Arunachal Pradesh | 18929 |
| NIT Calicut | 655 |
| NIT Delhi | 1301 |
| NIT Durgapur | 2230 |
| NIT Goa | 1475 |
Source: JoSSA Official Website
Previous Year Cutoff for Top IIITs
- ABV-IIITM Gwalior is the most competitive, that requires a cutoff rank of 933.
- IIIT Guwahati (2799) and IIIT Pune (3128) also require good ranks under 3000–3200.
| Institute | ST (Closing Rank) for 2025 |
|---|---|
| IIITM Gwalior | 933 |
| IIIT Nagpur | 3785 |
| IIIT Pune | 3128 |
| IIIT Ranchi | 4536 |
| IIIT Chittoor | 3530 |
| IIIT Kota | 3310 |
| IIIT Bhagalpur | 5187 |
| IIIT Bhopa | 3928 |
| IIIT Guwahati | 2799 |
| IIIT Manipur | 5495 |
Source: JoSSA Counselling
Ques. Does clearing the ST cutoff guarantee admission to NITs or IIITs?
Ans. No, clearing the cutoff only makes candidates eligible for JEE Advanced. Admission to NITs/IIITs requires a much higher percentile and rank.
Ques. Why is the ST cutoff expected to increase in 2026?
Ans. The cutoff may increase slightly due to rising competition and improved overall performance, as evaluated by the National Testing Agency.
Ques. How does normalization affect ST cutoff in JEE Main?
Ans. Normalization ensures fairness across shifts by converting marks into percentiles, so the cutoff is based on relative performance rather than fixed marks.
Ques. What rank is required for ST candidates to get top NITs?
Ans. For top NITs like NIT Jaipur and NIT Calicut, ST candidates typically need a rank under 1000–1500 for CSE.
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