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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2023 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 2023 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


JEE Main 2023 General category cutoff ranges from 35 to 1,098,387 rank. Candidates with rank under 29,970 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: 394
  • 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 Participating394
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 General Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2023 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.

CategoryGovernmentPrivate
General1905 - 109838735 - 1094966

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 1,000Dhirubhai Ambani University
1,000 – 5,000SPIT
5,000 – 10,000NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, KJSCE, SSTC
10,000 – 30,000IIITM Gwalior, NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Silchar, IIIT Sri City, IIIT Naya Raipur
30,000 – 50,000IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Kottayam, IIIT Kalyani, College of Engineering, UIET Chandigarh

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
General1,490 - 927,20035 - 1,098,387171,187 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.
  • 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

YearGeneral
20231111528
2022927200
2021843187
20201020600

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 (General Category)

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

College202320222021
NIT Warangal70476119-
IIITM Gwalior299702009321400
MANIT Bhopal93707877-
IPS Academy1094966899527843187

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 EngineeringGeneral79529370
NIT UttarakhandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1461218447
NIT SilcharB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1064514510
College of EngineeringBTech MEGeneral1631818805
IIIT GuwahatiB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1801124561
Rungta College of Engineering and TechnologyBTech MEGeneral56665666
SSIPMTBTech MEGeneral53415341
Modern College of EngineeringBTech MEGeneral2741027410
KIT College of Engineering, KolhapurBTech MEGeneral3982739827
YCCEBTech MEGeneral2810928109

Insight: MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and NIT Silchar close within top 9,370-18,447 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • BTech ME has the lowest closing rank (5,341), indicating highest competition.
  • 6 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 9 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on JoSAA round, preferences, and seat matrix.

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

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal5148 - 70478318 - 10816
IIITM Gwalior22422 - 29970-
MANIT Bhopal7952 - 937012822 - 16206
IPS Academy346649 - 1094966-
HBTU Kanpur55776 - 71858-
NIT Uttarakhand14612 - 1844724649 - 26699
TIET Patiala22555 - 62717-
BIT Mesra50395 - 106990-
NIT Silchar10645 - 1451016189 - 21355
IIIT Bhopal24462 - 34311-

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 5,666-18,447 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 18,447-27,410.

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 SSIPMT, Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, and MANIT Bhopal across categories.


Rank under 9,370

College NameGeneral
NIT Warangal5148 - 7047

Rank under 18,805

  • Strong chance in colleges like SSIPMT, Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, and MANIT Bhopal.
  • 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 28,109

  • Admission possible in colleges like SSIPMT, Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, and MANIT Bhopal.
  • 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 9,370 ranks target top-tier options, under 18,805 ranks strengthen access to IIIT, and under 28,109 ranks open broader options like other iiit.

  • Under 18,805: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 28,109: 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
College of Engineering₹ 4.04 Lakhs-40Times #4
IIIT Guwahati₹ 13.43 Lakhs₹ 13.65 Lakhs11NIRF #112
Rungta College of Engineering and Technology₹ 6.23 Lakhs-21IndiaToday #54
SSIPMT₹ 3.47 Lakhs₹ 3.50 Lakhs18-
Modern College of Engineering--3-
KIT College of Engineering, Kolhapur₹ 4.31 Lakhs₹ 3.36 Lakhs29-
YCCE₹ 5.57 Lakhs₹ 5.00 Lakhs37IndiaToday #93

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (General 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 Bhopal7952 - 937012822 - 16206
IPS Academy346649-
NIT Uttarakhand14612 - 1844724649 - 26699
NIT Silchar10645 - 1451016189 - 21355
IIIT Sri City2414926299
IIIT Kottayam27801 - 3437430004 - 37446
IIIT Kalyani30635-
IIIT Kota19195 - 2695725937 - 34712
IIIT Guwahati18011 - 2456125231 - 35718
IGDTUW Delhi-10672 - 20788

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand) close within top 18,447 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 14,758 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (General 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 Kancheepuram41854 - 66965-
College of Engineering16318 - 18805-
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar59067 - 717163-
NIAMT53344 - 5999356189 - 61969
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag305411 - 1013512-
Rungta College of Engineering and Technology5666-
SSIPMT5341-
CEC781357-
NIET Gr Noida649015-
Haldia Institute of Technology793013-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (SSIPMT, Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, and College of Engineering) close within top 18,805 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 15,044 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (General 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.

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal5148 - 58148318 - 8908
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College235363 - 695180-
Bengal Institute of Technology355699 - 630709-
IIIT Ranchi33641 - 51726-

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 Guwahati18011245612523135718
IIIT Pune14966223702104930614
MANIT Bhopal795293701282216206
NIT Agartala16987201022670632404
NIT Goa993099301541615416
NIT Hamirpur10415124261559219449
NIT Kurukshetra657480151097611218
NIT Puducherry14811173051331722103
NIT Silchar10645145101618921355
NIT Uttarakhand14612184472464926699

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.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Bajaj Institute of Technology Wardha3553835538
BITM78567856
Camellia Institute of Engineering and Technology78567856
Camellia Institute of Technology78567856
College of Engineering1631818805
KIT College of Engineering, Kolhapur3982739827
Modern College of Engineering2741027410
Rungta College of Engineering and Technology56665666
SSIPMT53415341
YCCE2810928109

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

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
MANIT Bhopal10889111481305914277
NIT Agartala50019558615424256926
NIT Arunachal Pradesh122963136432--
NIT Goa1725017250--
NIT Hamirpur19824217413237532375
NIT Kurukshetra8544104431341214551
NIT Puducherry48127751756093861157
NIT Silchar21683248762664332941
NIT Uttarakhand24079271941981929738
REC135866151046--

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi174062224797
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar84513941896
BIRTS596662596662
BIT Patna6305081048720
DITMR249778249778
GKCIET717163717163
KGEC57565756
PR Pote Patil College of Engineering and Management4583045830
Shri Balwant Institute of Technology291714370818
SSIPMT48594859

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

CourseGeneral
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering7952 - 917389
BTech ME5341 - 1060390
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering5148 - 5814
B.Tech Civil Engineering14462 - 1098387
BTech IT24462 - 1064494
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering9173 - 1081375
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering22422 - 698949
B.Tech. in Computer Science & Engineering (Data Science)781542 - 863805
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)1023270
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science8953 - 55258

All India and Home State Cutoff 2023 — General

All India Cutoff 2023

College TypeGeneral
IIIT14966 - 66965
NIT5148 - 38576

Home State Cutoff 2023

College TypeGeneral
IIIT20625 - 30593
NIT5674 - 571217

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 Sri CityView Cutoff
IIIT GuwahatiView Cutoff
IIIT Naya RaipurView Cutoff
IIIT KotaView Cutoff
IIITM GwaliorView Cutoff
IIIT KalyaniView Cutoff
IIIT BhopalView Cutoff
IIIT KottayamView Cutoff
IIIT DharwadView Cutoff
IIITDM KancheepuramView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

NameCutoff Links
NIT WarangalView Cutoff
NIT SilcharView Cutoff
NIT UttarakhandView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
Dhirubhai Ambani UniversityView Cutoff
SPITView Cutoff
KJSCEView Cutoff
SSIPMTView Cutoff
BIT RaipurView Cutoff
Rungta College of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
SSTCView Cutoff
Institute of Chemical Technology, JalnaView Cutoff
MANIT BhopalView Cutoff
PCCOE NigdiView 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.


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 11,148-596,662 (General)

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 10,443-249,778 (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 55,861-55,861 (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 21,741-21,741 (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 75,175-75,175 (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 35-1,098,387 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: 35-1,098,387 rank
  • 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: 1,490-927,200 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 14,510
  • 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 increase due to factors like moderate paper and broader 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: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 394+ 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 35-1,098,387 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 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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