JEE Main General Cutoff 2021: College-wise & Course-wise Ranks

The JEE Main 2021 General cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows General 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 2021 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.

JEE Main 2021 General category cutoff ranges from 1,290 to 843,187 rank. Candidates with rank under 843,187 have high chances of getting top colleges like IIITM Gwalior, IPS Academy, and BIT Mesra.

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: 171
• Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech Civil Engineering
• 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.

Status

• Cutoff Status: Released
• Last Updated: September 2026

JEE Main 2021 General Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2021 General 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
• 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

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.

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

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 (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

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

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.

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

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (IGDTUW Delhi, RGPIT, and Mittal Institute Of Technology) close within top 47,378 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 37,902 rank for stronger outcomes.

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

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (PCCOE Nigdi, Sanjeevan Engineering and Technology Institute (SETI, Panhala), and GHRCEM) close within top 49,138 ranks.
• BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 39,310 rank for stronger outcomes.

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

The JEE Main 2021 cutoff for B.Tech Civil Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

Key Insights

• Top 3 colleges (Bajaj Institute of Technology Wardha, BIET Jhansi, and BBDNIIT Lucknow) close within top 150,207 ranks.
• 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 for stronger outcomes.

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.

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.

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

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2021 – Opening & Closing Ranks

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2021 — General

All India and Home State Cutoff 2021 — General

All India Cutoff 2021

Home State Cutoff 2021

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

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

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.

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 1,757-2,289 (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 35,962-214,490 (General)

Uttar Pradesh Cutoff

Colleges in Uttar Pradesh such as REC offer:

• Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
• Better chances for local candidates
• Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 324,084-569,337 (General)

Meghalaya Cutoff

Colleges in Meghalaya such as NIT Meghalaya offer:

• Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
• Better chances for local candidates
• Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 285,300-285,300 (General)

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

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