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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

• Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) along with the results. Candidates can check the category-wise, college-wise, and course-wise cutoff ranks on the official website https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.

This page provides the detailed JEE Main cutoff analysis for 2021, helping students estimate admission chances in top colleges.


JEE Main 2021 cutoff for General category ranges from 1,290 to 843,187 rank, while BCA, BCB, EWS, and EWSPwD cutoffs are lower based on category reservations. Candidates with rank under 843,187 have high chances of getting top colleges like NSUT, IIITM Gwalior, and IPS Academy.


JEE Main 2021 Cutoff Highlights

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff represents the minimum rank required to qualify for admissions into participating colleges.

The cutoff is released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and is used for counselling and seat allocation.


Key Highlights

  • Exam Name: JEE Main 2021
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 7
  • Total Colleges Participating: 244
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech Civil Engineering
  • Categories Covered: General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, BCA, BCB, EWSPwD, General Defence Personnel, General FF
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State, OS

JEE Main 2021 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the JEE Main 2021 cutoff including exam structure, categories, and admission scope.

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameJEE Main
Conducting BodyNational Testing Agency (NTA)
Cutoff TypeRank
Courses AcceptingB.Tech, B.E, B.E. / B.Tech
Categories CoveredGeneral, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, BCA, BCB, EWSPwD, General Defence Personnel, General FF
Total Rounds7
Total Colleges Participating244
Official Websitehttps://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State, OS
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech Civil Engineering

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

JEE Main 2021 Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2021 category-wise cutoff highlights the opening and closing rank range for admission into government and private colleges across different categories. The cutoff varies based on factors such as category reservation, seat availability, and college type, with government institutes generally having more competition compared to private colleges.

CategoryGovernmentPrivate
General8360 - 7668531290 - 843187
OBC5790 - 6197531528 - 841491
SC4966 - 6197537155 - 770113
ST2565 - 6197533328 - 770113
EWS3868 - 6197531528 - 770113
EWSPwD116137
General Defence Personnel-119566 - 142607
GeneralPwD443 - 6446491331 - 843187
OBCNCL6400 - 2770511222 - 26800
OBC NCLPwD412 - 1011478 - 847

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The JEE Main 2021 rank plays a crucial role in determining your chances of admission into top institutes across India. Based on previous cutoff trends, the table below highlights what type of colleges you can expect at different eligibility ranges.

Eligibility RangeTop Colleges
1,000 – 5,000SPIT
10,000 – 30,000IIITM Gwalior, RGPIT, IIIT Naya Raipur, IGDTUW Delhi, PCCOE Nigdi
30,000 – 50,000IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Dharwad, Mittal Institute Of Technology, Modern College of Engineering, MMCOE

JEE Main 2021 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in JEE Main 2021. Understanding this mapping helps candidates estimate their expected percentile based on score scored and compare it against historical cutoff trends.

  • A percentile of 99+ in JEE Main corresponds to approximately 141 - 180 Score.
  • A percentile of 95+ in JEE Main corresponds to approximately 91 - 100 Score.
  • A percentile of 90+ in JEE Main corresponds to approximately 61 - 70 Score.
ScorePercentile
181 - 300100
141 - 18099 - 100
121 - 14098 - 99
111 - 12097 - 98
101 - 11096 - 97
91 - 10095 - 96
81 - 9093 - 95
71 - 8091 - 93
61 - 7088 - 91
51 - 6082 - 87
41 - 5073 - 81
31 - 4058 - 71
21 - 3038 - 57
20 - 1113 - 33
0 - 101 - 10

JEE Main 2021 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
General2,366 - 1,020,6001,290 - 843,187177,413 Lower
OBC23,368 - 48,4031,528 - 841,491793,088 Higher
SC4,221 - 166,7664,966 - 770,113603,347 Higher
ST1,754 - 346,4532,565 - 770,113423,660 Higher
EWS2,964 - 34,4981,528 - 770,113735,615 Higher

Why Did the Cutoff Change?

The variation between expected and actual cutoff is influenced by:

  • Exam Difficulty Level: Slightly easier paper can increase cutoff, while tougher papers may reduce it.
  • Number of Candidates: Higher participation generally raises competition and affects closing trends.
  • Normalization Process: Session-wise normalization may create minor variation in final rank outcomes.
  • Seat Availability: Stable seat intake usually keeps cutoff movement within an expected range.

Accuracy Analysis

  • Prediction Accuracy: Previous-year based estimates are generally close to actual cutoff outcomes.
  • General Category: Shows comparatively tighter competition and visible year-to-year movement.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: JEE Main 2021 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (2021 vs 2020 vs 2019)

The JEE Main cutoff trend over the last few years helps candidates understand how competition and qualifying percentiles have evolved.


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

YearGeneralOBC-NCLSCST
2021843187899184899184899184
2020102060048403166766346453
201959987-108485547

Key Insights

  • Overall Stability: General cutoff remains stable around 90-91 percentile
  • Increase from 2022 to 2023: Due to higher competition post-COVID normalization
  • Minor Fluctuations (2019-2021): Caused by normalization and paper difficulty
  • Reserved Categories: Gradual increase in cutoff due to rising participation
  • ST Category: Shows highest variation due to lower applicant pool

Insight: Cutoff trends show consistent competition growth with slight yearly variation


Category-wise College Cutoff Comparison (General Category)

This table shows how college-level cutoffs have changed over the last 3 years for General category.

College202120202019
IIITM Gwalior214002777727092
IPS Academy843187--

Insights

  • Top Colleges: Slightly more competitive in recent years
  • Mid-tier Colleges: Wider variation based on seat changes
  • Overall Trend: Competition increasing gradually

Marks vs Percentile (JEE Main 2021)

The JEE Main marks vs percentile gives a clear idea of score required to achieve a target percentile.

  • 99 Percentile -> ~141 - 180 marks
  • 95 Percentile -> ~91 - 100 marks
  • 90 Percentile -> ~61 - 70 marks

Insight: Aim for 180+ marks for top colleges and 120+ for safe options.


College wise JEE Main 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2021 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like IPS Academy, RGPIT, and BIT Sindri across categories. These cutoffs are released during JoSAA counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
IPS AcademyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral410064410064
RGPITB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral2380023800
BIT SindriB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral4108950206
IGDTUW DelhiB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral982622685
PCCOE NigdiBTech MEGeneral1233612336
Mittal Institute Of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral4737847378
KIT College of Engineering, KolhapurBTech MEGeneral5535555355
GHRCEMBTech MEGeneral4913849138
Sanjivani College of EngineeringBTech MEGeneral5383153831
Malwa Institute of TechnologyB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral772941772941

Insight: IPS Academy, RGPIT, and BIT Sindri close within top 23,800-410,064 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • BTech ME has the lowest closing rank (12,336), indicating highest competition.
  • 1 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 3 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on JoSAA round, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise JEE Main 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
NSUT-12181--
IIITM Gwalior18301 - 214004966 - 62612565 - 3424-
IPS Academy410064 - 843187--417114 - 841491
TIET Patiala---1528 - 10980
BIT Mesra41638 - 787449035 - 140404263 - 5626-
RGPIT23800--5790
IIIT Bhopal26759 - 320877483 - 90213723 - 4603-
SPIT1290---
IIIT Naya Raipur16224 - 199355116 - 59732657-
IIIT Dharwad28117 - 339077155 - 94783328 - 4200-

Safe Score for JEE Main 2021

The JEE Main safe score is the minimum marks range required to secure admission into good colleges without high risk. It varies based on category, branch preference, and competition level.


Safe Score for Top Colleges

91-100+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 22,685-49,138 for stronger options.

Safe Score for Other Good Colleges

61-70+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 49,138-55,355.

Pro Tip: Always keep a buffer of +10-20 marks above the safe score due to normalization and yearly cutoff variation.


What Rank is Required for Top Colleges?

The JEE Main rank is the most critical factor in securing admission to top colleges. Based on previous trends, the table below shows what rank is required for PCCOE Nigdi, IGDTUW Delhi, and RGPIT across categories.


Rank under 23,800

College NameGeneral
SPIT1290

Rank under 50,206

  • Strong chance in colleges like PCCOE Nigdi, IGDTUW Delhi, and RGPIT.
  • Likely branches: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and BTech ME.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

Insight: Best range for highly competitive colleges in current trends.


Rank under 410,064

  • Admission possible in colleges like PCCOE Nigdi, IGDTUW Delhi, and RGPIT.
  • This range keeps more realistic options open across counselling rounds.
  • Wider branch flexibility is usually available compared to lower rank bands.

Insight: Ideal for balanced college and branch targets with strong placement potential.


Final Takeaway: Under 23,800 ranks target top-tier options, under 50,206 ranks strengthen access to Top Colleges, and under 410,064 ranks open broader options like Good Colleges.

  • Under 50,206: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 410,064: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main 2021 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting JEE Main 2021 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
IPS Academy₹ 4.90 Lakhs₹ 4.45 Lakhs85IndiaToday #19
RGPIT₹ 11.03 Lakhs₹ 7.98 Lakhs21NIRF #78
BIT Sindri₹ 44,430-27NIRF #201
IGDTUW Delhi₹ 16.39 Lakhs-19IndiaToday #9
PCCOE Nigdi₹ 4.97 Lakhs₹ 5.37 Lakhs20IndiaToday #58
Mittal Institute Of Technology₹ 2.00 Lakhs-16-
KIT College of Engineering, Kolhapur₹ 4.31 Lakhs₹ 3.36 Lakhs29-
GHRCEM--5-
Sanjivani College of Engineering--3NIRF #102
Malwa Institute of Technology₹ 2.57 Lakhs-22-

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
IPS Academy410064--417114
RGPIT23800--5790
BIT Sindri41089 - 50206125696 - 188179228972 - 39953450994 - 61902
IGDTUW Delhi9826 - 2268594258 - 135907165282 - 29209720993 - 43443
Sushila Devi Bansal College of Engineering834394--831450
Mittal Institute Of Technology47378--561594
REC-92275 - 10562792275 - 10562792275 - 105627
Rajarambapu Institute of Technology-156029 - 157285156029 - 157285156029 - 157285
PRMITR-222576 - 225139222576 - 225139222576 - 225139
BBDNITM-123078123078123078

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (IGDTUW Delhi, RGPIT, and Mittal Institute Of Technology) close within top 47,378 ranks (General).
  • SC/ST categories show comparatively relaxed closing ranks versus General in multiple colleges.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 37,902 rank, while under 85,280 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for BTech ME highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. BTech ME remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
PCCOE Nigdi12336---
KIT College of Engineering, Kolhapur55355---
GHRCEM49138---
Sanjivani College of Engineering53831---
PRMITR-296865296865296865
LDC Institute of Technical Studies676155---
JD College of Engineering and Management56458---
Shri Ram Murti Smarak College of Engineering and Technology546852---
R.R. Group of Institutions839634---
MIT Moradabad95775---

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (PCCOE Nigdi, GHRCEM, and Sanjivani College of Engineering) close within top 53,831 ranks (General).
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 43,065 rank, while under 96,896 rank can still fetch strong options.


Top B.Tech Civil Engineering Colleges - 2021 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for B.Tech Civil Engineering highlights the closing ranks required for admission into top colleges across categories. B.Tech Civil Engineering remains highly competitive in most exams, with lower closing ranks compared to many other streams.

CollegeGeneralSCSTOBC
BIET Jhansi86413 - 89331---
BIET Lucknow830793---
Rajkiya Engineering College230440 - 255530---
Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology768638 - 827923---
Rameshwaram Institute of Technology and Management793891 - 808544---
REC274604 - 2801746407--
PRMITR-540811540811540811
LDC Institute of Technical Studies618151---
BBDNIIT Lucknow150207---
Bajaj Institute of Technology Wardha29938---

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Bajaj Institute of Technology Wardha, BIET Jhansi, and BBDNIIT Lucknow) close within top 150,207 ranks (General).
  • B.Tech Civil Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech Civil Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 120,166 rank, while under 270,373 rank can still fetch strong options.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Bhagwati Institute of Technology and Science481729481729
BIT Sindri4108950206
IGDTUW Delhi982622685
IPS Academy410064410064
Jharkhand University of Technology4108950206
Lakshmi Narain College of Technology and Science, Indore795868795868
Malwa Institute of Technology772941772941
Mittal Institute Of Technology4737847378
RGPIT2380023800
Veer Kunwar Institute of Technology601222601222

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BBDNITM123078123078
BIT Sindri5099461902
GNIOT303086303086
IGDTUW Delhi2099343443
IPS Academy417114417114
Jharkhand University of Technology5099461902
PRMITR222576225139
Rajarambapu Institute of Technology156029157285
REC9227592275
RGPIT57905790

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BBDNITM123078123078
Bhagwati Institute of Technology and Science481729481729
BIT554982554982
BIT Sindri125696188179
IGDTUW Delhi94258135907
Institute of Technology Management, Aligarh (ITM Aligarh)524280680388
Jharkhand University of Technology125696188179
PRMITR222576225139
Rajarambapu Institute of Technology156029157285
REC9227592275

ST Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (All India 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
BBDNITM123078123078--
Bhagwati Institute of Technology and Science481729481729--
BIT Sindri228972399534--
GNIOT303086303086--
IGDTUW Delhi165282292097--
Jharkhand University of Technology228972399534--
NIT Nagaland320348463187734974
PRMITR222576225139--
Rajarambapu Institute of Technology156029157285--
REC9227592275--

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for BTech ME shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BTech ME has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

General Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
GHRCEM4913849138
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya5956488105
JD College of Engineering and Management5645856458
KIT College of Engineering, Kolhapur5535555355
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology366425366425
MIT Moradabad9577595775
PCCOE Nigdi1233612336
REC226752226752
Sanjeevan Engineering and Technology Institute (SETI, Panhala)3682436824
Sanjivani College of Engineering5383153831

OBC Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
PRMITR296865296865

SC Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
DITM687223687223
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya1069814042
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology353923353923
PRMITR296865296865

ST Category Cutoff for BTech ME (All India 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
DITM531883531883
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya48126268
PRMITR296865296865

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

General Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
IGDTUW Delhi3103535962--
NIT Arunachal Pradesh--140110140110

OBC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
BIT736021736021--
IGDTUW Delhi157881187099--
NIT Agartala52664635704431347397
NIT Arunachal Pradesh--140110140110
NIT Uttarakhand--1622918709

SC Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
BIT736021736021--
DTU417402417402--
IGDTUW Delhi261804336972--
NIT Arunachal Pradesh1175911759140110140110

ST Category Cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering (Home State 2021)

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
BIT736021736021--
GNIOT616423616423--
IGDTUW Delhi719676719676--
NIT Sikkim--2315623898
NIT Uttarakhand--3505442560

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

General Category Cutoff for BTech ME (Home State 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
B.A. College of Engineering and Technology22892289
DITM308167308167
GGSESTC17571757
IERT569337569337
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology214490214490
Mahavir Swami Institute of Technology312830312830
NIT Meghalaya285300285300
REC324084324084
Shri Balwant Institute of Technology343451343451
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag11452181

OBC Category Cutoff for BTech ME (Home State 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi129340129340
IERT600050600050
REC381584386138

SC Category Cutoff for BTech ME (Home State 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi288275288275
CEC23342334
IERT712755712755
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology822381832098
NIT Patna97459745
NSUT624899624899
REC829517829517
REC755415813088
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag18622303

ST Category Cutoff for BTech ME (Home State 2021)

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi347864347864
DTU711014711014
GKCIET63396339
NIT Meghalaya1496617969
NIT Patna56075607
NSUT796261796261
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag21892189

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India Quota) 2021

CourseGeneralSCSTOBC
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering9826 - 83439492275 - 18817992275 - 3995345790 - 831450
BTech ME12336 - 55355---
B.Tech Civil Engineering86413 - 8307936407--
BTech IT26759 - 7763037483 - 3736833723 - 117174100122 - 117174
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering35175 - 819250---
B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science)625315 - 824286--841491
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science16224 - 339075116 - 94782657 - 4200-
B.Tech in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence8360 - 2099085821 - 152825142188 - 30343425978 - 34104
B.E. in Computer Engineering109041 - 12021911795 - 12165611795 - 12165610980 - 121656

All India and Home State Cutoff 2021

All India Cutoff 2021

College TypeGeneralSCSTOBC
IIIT16224 - 339074966 - 94782565 - 4603-
NIT--3203 - 4846-

Home State Cutoff 2021

College TypeGeneralSCSTOBC
IIIT15204 - 16698191423 - 234412-92225 - 116873
NIT31919 - 3939256920 - 418542838 - 1796952664 - 63570

College Wise Cutoff 2021

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2021 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top IIIT

NameCutoff Links
IIIT Naya RaipurView Cutoff
IIITM GwaliorView Cutoff
IIIT BhopalView Cutoff
IIIT DharwadView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
SPITView Cutoff
TIET PatialaView Cutoff
NSUTView Cutoff
PCCOE NigdiView Cutoff
Jhulelal Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
IGDTUW DelhiView Cutoff
RGPITView Cutoff
SSGMCEView Cutoff
K. K. Wagh Institute of Engineering Education and ResearchView Cutoff
Bajaj Institute of Technology WardhaView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Uttar Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Uttar Pradesh such as BIET Jhansi offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 129,340-829,517 (General)

Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as IGDTUW Delhi offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 35,962-832,098 (General)

Jharkhand Cutoff

Colleges in Jharkhand such as GGSESTC offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 1,757-2,334 (General)

Tripura Cutoff

Colleges in Tripura such as NIT Agartala offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 63,570-63,570 (General)

West Bengal Cutoff

Colleges in West Bengal such as GKCIET offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 6,339-6,339 (General)

Insight: Choosing colleges under Home State quota can significantly improve admission chances, especially for mid-rank candidates.


JEE Main 2021 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for JEE Main 2021?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2021 is expected to be around 1,290-843,187 rank for General category, while reserved categories may have lower cutoffs based on previous year trends and exam difficulty.
What is the expected cutoff for JEE Main 2021 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for JEE Main 2021 is:
  • General: 1,290-843,187 rank
  • OBC: 1,528-841,491 rank
  • SC: 4,966-770,113 rank
  • ST: 2,565-770,113 rank
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for JEE Main 2020?
In 2020, the cutoff for JEE Main was:
  • General: 2,366-1,020,600 rank
  • OBC: 23,368-48,403 rank
  • SC: 4,221-166,766 rank
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2021.
What marks are required for top percentile in JEE Main 2021?
To achieve 99 percentile in JEE Main 2021, candidates typically need around 141-180 marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in JEE Main 2021?
Candidates scoring around 61-70 marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in JEE Main 2021, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in JEE Main 2021?
Yes, 95 percentile in JEE Main 2021 is considered good, and may allow admission to good to excellent colleges, depending on category and branch preference.
What rank is required for top colleges through JEE Main 2021?
For top colleges accepting JEE Main 2021:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 47,378
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 50,206
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for JEE Main 2021?
A safe score for JEE Main 2021 is typically 61-70 to 91-100, which increases the chances of admission to top colleges based on previous year trends.
Will the cutoff for JEE Main 2021 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2021 is expected to decrease due to factors like higher competition and tighter score spread, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for JEE Main 2021?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2021 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: higher competition and tighter score spread
  • Total seats: 244+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in JEE Main 2021?
With a good rank, candidates may get into IPS Academy, RGPIT, and BIT Sindri, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in JEE Main 2021?
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Main 2021 is 1,290-843,187 rank, while admission cutoffs vary by college and can go much higher depending on demand and seat availability.
Where can I check college-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2021?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2021 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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