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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2023 EWS cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows EWS cutoff trends across colleges and courses (All & Female where available). Check the official site https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/ for notifications.

We’ve analyzed JEE Main cutoffs for 2023 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


JEE Main 2023 EWS category cutoff ranges from 87 to 792,321 rank. Candidates with rank under 42,297 have high chances of getting top colleges like NIT Warangal, IIITM Gwalior, and MANIT Bhopal.


JEE Main 2023 Cutoff Highlights

The JEE Main 2023 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 2023
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 9
  • Total Colleges Participating: 161
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State, OS

JEE Main 2023 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the JEE Main 2023 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
Total Rounds9
Total Colleges Participating161
Official Websitehttps://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State, OS
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

JEE Main 2023 EWS Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2023 EWS 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
EWS797 - 79232187 - 581461

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The JEE Main 2023 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
Below 1,000NIT Warangal, Dhirubhai Ambani University
1,000 – 5,000MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Silchar, IIIT Kota, IIIT Guwahati
5,000 – 10,000IIIT Kottayam, NIAMT, NIT Durgapur
10,000 – 30,000PICT, TSEC Mumbai, Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Cummins College
30,000 – 50,000IIITM Gwalior, IIIT Bhopal, College of Engineering

JEE Main 2023 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in JEE Main 2023. 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 2023 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The JEE Main 2023 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
EWS654 - 927,20087 - 792,321134,879 Lower

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.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: JEE Main 2023 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (2023 vs 2022 vs 2021 vs 2020)

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


Year-wise Cutoff Trend

Year
2023
2022
2021
2020

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 (2021-2023): 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 (EWS Category)

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

College202320222021
NIT Warangal967900-
IIITM Gwalior4229746394938
MANIT Bhopal13791109-
NIT Uttarakhand25882296-

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 2023)

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 2023 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2023 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and NIT Silchar across categories. These cutoffs are released during JoSAA counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
MANIT BhopalB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringEWS12461379
NIT UttarakhandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringEWS24002588
NIT SilcharB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringEWS15502019
IIITDM KancheepuramBTech MEEWS794883325
College of EngineeringBTech MEEWS1631818805
IIIT GuwahatiB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringEWS29983218
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: DeogharBTech MEEWS10419205658
BIT PatnaBTech MEEWS581461581461
NIAMTBTech MEEWS93759375
University College of Engineering and Technology, HazaribagBTech MEEWS645654760024

Insight: MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and NIT Silchar close within top 1,379-2,588 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering has the lowest closing rank (1,379), indicating highest competition.
  • 6 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 6 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on JoSAA round, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise JEE Main 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal797 - 9671481 - 1819
IIITM Gwalior4865 - 42297-
MANIT Bhopal1246 - 13792581
NIT Uttarakhand2400 - 2588-
BIT Mesra8390 - 112985-
NIT Silchar1550 - 20193098 - 3591
IIIT Bhopal3976 - 38852-
IIIT Kottayam4758 - 61344910 - 6357
IIITDM Kancheepuram7948 - 83325-
Dhirubhai Ambani University87 - 283-

Safe Score for JEE Main 2023

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 NITs

91-100+ marks

What this means:

  • Strong chance in top colleges with competitive branches.
  • Possible entry into BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 2,019-9,375 for stronger options.

Safe Score for IIITs

61-70+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 9,375-205,658.

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 MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand across categories.


Rank under 2,588

College NameGeneral
NIT Warangal797 - 967
Dhirubhai Ambani University87 - 283

Rank under 18,805

  • Strong chance in colleges like MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand.
  • Likely branches: BTech ME and B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

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


Rank under 581,461

  • Admission possible in colleges like MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand.
  • 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 2,588 ranks target top-tier options, under 18,805 ranks strengthen access to IIIT, and under 581,461 ranks open broader options like other iiit.

  • Under 18,805: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 581,461: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main 2023 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting JEE Main 2023 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
MANIT Bhopal₹ 7.99 Lakhs₹ 10.00 Lakhs50NIRF #17
NIT Uttarakhand₹ 7.90 Lakhs₹ 6.00 Lakhs24IndiaToday #19
NIT Silchar₹ 7.11 Lakhs₹ 10.00 Lakhs46NIRF #11
IIITDM Kancheepuram₹ 11.97 Lakhs₹ 13.36 Lakhs17NIRF #8
College of Engineering₹ 4.04 Lakhs-40Times #4
IIIT Guwahati₹ 13.43 Lakhs₹ 13.65 Lakhs11NIRF #112
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar₹ 18.37 Lakhs₹ 8.80 Lakhs14-
BIT Patna₹ 18.57 Lakhs₹ 10.58 Lakhs27-
NIAMT₹ 3.40 Lakhs₹ 6.70 Lakhs12NIRF #150
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag₹ 2.05 Lakhs₹ 4.00 Lakhs4-

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2023 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
MANIT Bhopal1246 - 13792581
NIT Uttarakhand2400 - 2588-
NIT Silchar1550 - 20193098 - 3591
IIIT Kottayam4758 - 59645287 - 6237
IIIT Kota3217 - 42014645 - 5281
IIIT Guwahati2998 - 32184054 - 4695
IGDTUW Delhi-18208 - 26424
REC72379 - 126995-
Rajarambapu Institute of Technology46217 - 95004-
PRMITR119335 - 126530-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand) close within top 2,588 ranks.
  • 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 2,070 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2023 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
IIITDM Kancheepuram7948 - 83325-
College of Engineering16318 - 18805-
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar10419 - 205658-
BIT Patna581461-
NIAMT937510145
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag645654 - 760024-
GKCIET243912-
PRMITR282461 - 465541-
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College810043-
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya11031 - 527331-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIAMT, College of Engineering, and IIITDM Kancheepuram) close within top 83,325 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 66,660 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (EWS Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2023 cutoff for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
NIT Warangal797 - 903
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College235363 - 695180
Bengal Institute of Technology355699 - 630709
IIIT Ranchi5552 - 53038

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIT Warangal, IIIT Ranchi, and Bengal Institute of Technology) close within top 630,709 ranks.
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering in top colleges, aim for under 504,567 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2023 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.

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
IIIT Guwahati2998321840544695
IIIT Pune249925451408437137
MANIT Bhopal1246137925812581
NIT Agartala2710318545755394
NIT Hamirpur1540180832163315
NIT Kurukshetra999124619541954
NIT Puducherry23692914--
NIT Silchar1550201930983591
NIT Srinagar3161331249705225
NIT Uttarakhand24002588--

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2023 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.

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar10419205658--
BIT Patna581461581461--
College of Engineering1631818805--
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College810043810043--
GKCIET243912243912--
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya11031527331--
IIITDM Kancheepuram794883325--
NIAMT937593751014510145
PRMITR282461282461--
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag645654760024--

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
MANIT Bhopal1752183130733502
NIT Agartala14185175021940420466
NIT Arunachal Pradesh2572062864--
NIT Hamirpur520158741215514260
NIT Kurukshetra1485171821622162
NIT Puducherry19245192454048640486
NIT Silchar4571467291709170
NIT Uttarakhand59795979--
REC155943183203--
World College of Technology and Management292446292446--

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar1776126316
BIT Patna10487201048720
DITMR326423326423
GKCIET5528055280
Gwalior Institute of Information Technology378415378415
IERT10148241014824
IMEC173285173285
SVNIT Surat14372242704

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2023 — EWS

CourseEWS
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering1246 - 126995
BTech ME7948 - 760024
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering797 - 903
B.Tech Civil Engineering10454 - 214758
BTech IT3976 - 792321
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering9173 - 11109
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering4865 - 263545
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science5276 - 60087

All India and Home State Cutoff 2023 — EWS

All India Cutoff 2023

College TypeEWS
IIIT2499 - 83325
NIT797 - 123323

Home State Cutoff 2023

College TypeEWS
IIIT49406 - 59672
NIT854 - 94130

College Wise Cutoff 2023

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2023 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top IIIT

NameCutoff Links
IIIT GuwahatiView Cutoff
IIIT KotaView Cutoff
IIIT TrichyView Cutoff
IIIT RaichurView Cutoff
IIITDM KurnoolView Cutoff
IIIT KottayamView Cutoff
IIIT BhagalpurView Cutoff
IIIT PuneView Cutoff
IIIT BhopalView Cutoff
IIITM GwaliorView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

NameCutoff Links
NIT WarangalView Cutoff
NIT KurukshetraView Cutoff
NIT SilcharView Cutoff
NIT HamirpurView Cutoff
NIT UttarakhandView Cutoff
NIT PuducherryView Cutoff
NIT DelhiView Cutoff
NIT AgartalaView Cutoff
NIT SrinagarView Cutoff
NIT Arunachal PradeshView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
Dhirubhai Ambani UniversityView Cutoff
MANIT BhopalView Cutoff
L D College of EngineeringView Cutoff
VGECView Cutoff
NIAMTView Cutoff
Indian Institute of Carpet TechnologyView Cutoff
PICTView Cutoff
Cummins CollegeView Cutoff
IGDTUW DelhiView Cutoff
TSEC MumbaiView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The JEE Main 2023 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Haryana Cutoff

Colleges in Haryana such as NIT Kurukshetra offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 1,718-326,423 (General)

Telangana Cutoff

Colleges in Telangana such as MANIT Bhopal offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 1,831-1,831 (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 17,502-17,502 (General)

Himachal Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Himachal Pradesh such as NIT Hamirpur offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 5,874-5,874 (General)

Puducherry Cutoff

Colleges in Puducherry such as NIT Puducherry offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 19,245-19,245 (General)

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


JEE Main 2023 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for JEE Main 2023?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2023 is expected to be around 87-792,321 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 2023 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for JEE Main 2023 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: data not available yet
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for JEE Main 2022?
In 2022, the cutoff for JEE Main was:
  • General: 654-927,200 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2023.
What marks are required for top percentile in JEE Main 2023?
To achieve 99 percentile in JEE Main 2023, candidates typically need around 141-180 marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in JEE Main 2023?
Candidates scoring around 61-70 marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in JEE Main 2023, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in JEE Main 2023?
Yes, 95 percentile in JEE Main 2023 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 2023?
For top colleges accepting JEE Main 2023:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 3,218
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 18,805
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for JEE Main 2023?
A safe score for JEE Main 2023 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 2023 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2023 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 2023?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2023 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: higher competition and tighter score spread
  • Total seats: 161+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in JEE Main 2023?
With a good rank, candidates may get into MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and NIT Silchar, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in JEE Main 2023?
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Main 2023 is data not available yet, 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 2023?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2023 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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