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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2024 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 2024 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


JEE Main 2024 General category cutoff ranges from 2,617 to 1,412,249 rank. Candidates with rank under 25,669 have high chances of getting top colleges like NIT Warangal, IIITM Gwalior, and MANIT Bhopal.


JEE Main 2024 Cutoff Highlights

The JEE Main 2024 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 2024
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 9
  • Total Colleges Participating: 280
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering, BTech ME
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State, OS

JEE Main 2024 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the JEE Main 2024 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.Tech, B.E
Total Rounds9
Total Colleges Participating280
Official Websitehttps://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State, OS
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering, BTech ME

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

JEE Main 2024 General Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2024 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
General2617 - 13486997584 - 1412249

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The JEE Main 2024 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
5,000 – 10,000NIT Warangal
10,000 – 30,000IIITM Gwalior, MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Silchar, IIIT Sri City
30,000 – 50,000IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Kalyani, College of Engineering, IIIT Kota, IIIT Dharwad

JEE Main 2024 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in JEE Main 2024. 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 2024 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The JEE Main 2024 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
General35 - 1,111,5282,617 - 1,412,249300,721 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 2024 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (2024 vs 2023 vs 2022 vs 2021)

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
20241414081
20231111528
2022927200
2021843187

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 (2022-2024): 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.

College202420232022
NIT Warangal609570476119
IIITM Gwalior256692997020093
MANIT Bhopal1020993707877
HBTU Kanpur8633971858-

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 2024)

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 2024 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2024 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, and NIT Uttarakhand across categories. These cutoffs are released during JoSAA counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
NIT WarangalB.Tech in Electronics and Communications EngineeringGeneral44445341
MANIT BhopalB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral824310209
NIT UttarakhandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1587824340
NIT SilcharB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1028414914
IIIT GuwahatiB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1818326817
NIT KurukshetraB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral56617595
NIT AgartalaB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1805025117
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering CollegeB.Tech in Electronics and Communications EngineeringGeneral517982591418
NIT PuducherryB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringGeneral1435920111
Bengal Institute of TechnologyB.Tech in Electronics and Communications EngineeringGeneral10433411043341

Insight: NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, and NIT Uttarakhand close within top 5,341-24,340 ranks for core branches.

Key Insights

  • Cutoffs vary significantly by college tier and branch popularity.
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering has the lowest closing rank (5,341), indicating highest competition.
  • 4 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 8 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on JoSAA round, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise JEE Main 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal4444 - 60955785 - 9308
IIITM Gwalior25460 - 25669-
MANIT Bhopal8243 - 1020913103 - 16151
HBTU Kanpur86339-
NIT Uttarakhand15878 - 2434023859 - 30330
TIET Patiala32664 - 86730-
BIT Mesra53286 - 64083-
NIT Silchar10284 - 1491417856 - 21664
IIIT Bhopal38818 - 41131-
IIIT Sri City2405527463

Safe Score for JEE Main 2024

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 B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 7,595-20,111 for stronger options.

Safe Score for IIITs

61-70+ marks

What this means:

  • Good chance in institutes offering B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering.
  • Access to mid to top institutes with strong placement records.
  • Rank range typically under 20,111-26,817.

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 NIT Warangal, NIT Kurukshetra, and MANIT Bhopal across categories.


Rank under 10,209

College NameGeneral
NIT Warangal4444 - 6095

Rank under 24,340

  • Strong chance in colleges like NIT Warangal, NIT Kurukshetra, and MANIT Bhopal.
  • Likely branches: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering.
  • Category advantage applies for better branch outcomes.

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


Rank under 591,418

  • Admission possible in colleges like NIT Warangal, NIT Kurukshetra, 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 10,209 ranks target top-tier options, under 24,340 ranks strengthen access to IIIT, and under 591,418 ranks open broader options like other iiit.

  • Under 24,340: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 591,418: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main 2024 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting JEE Main 2024 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
NIT Warangal₹ 6.19 Lakhs₹ 12.50 Lakhs68TheWeek #11
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
IIIT Guwahati₹ 13.43 Lakhs₹ 13.65 Lakhs11NIRF #112
NIT Kurukshetra₹ 6.87 Lakhs₹ 6.85 Lakhs42TheWeek #21
NIT Agartala₹ 2.35 Lakhs-56IndiaToday #26
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College₹ 9.27 Lakhs-35NIRF #201
NIT Puducherry₹ 7.44 Lakhs₹ 6.00 Lakhs19IndiaToday #20
Bengal Institute of Technology₹ 3.97 Lakhs₹ 4.00 Lakhs5-

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2024 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 Bhopal8243 - 1020913103 - 16151
NIT Uttarakhand15878 - 2434023859 - 30330
NIT Silchar10284 - 1491417856 - 21664
IIIT Sri City2405527463
IIIT Kottayam31235 - 4681036456 - 52592
IIIT Kalyani3447535891
IIIT Kota22179 - 3341930231 - 45899
IIIT Guwahati18183 - 2681727879 - 42904
IGDTUW Delhi-13111 - 25613
UITRGPV67005-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and IIIT Sri City) close within top 24,055 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 19,244 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2024 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 Warangal4444 - 53417333 - 9308
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College517982 - 1280167-
Bengal Institute of Technology1043341-
IIIT Ranchi35387 - 60293-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIT Warangal, IIIT Ranchi, and Bengal Institute of Technology) close within top 1,043,341 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 834,673 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2024 Cutoff (General Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2024 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
College of Engineering16746 - 19924-
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar56649 - 73040-
BIT Patna62129 - 74275-
NIAMT57274 - 6154465494 - 69215
NIET Gr Noida748137-
IPEC Ghaziabad1135832-
Hi-Tech Institute of Engineering and Technology1149119-
PRMITR326612 - 351136-
IMS Engineering College1262568-
Prayag Institute of Technology & Management1369953-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (College of Engineering, NIAMT, and Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar) close within top 73,040 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 58,432 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2024 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 Guwahati18183268172787942904
IIIT Pune16245246902368230741
MANIT Bhopal8243102091310316151
NIT Agartala18050251173027039769
NIT Goa10973109731333913339
NIT Hamirpur10724142901785822634
NIT Kurukshetra56617595883812118
NIT Puducherry14359201111865724650
NIT Silchar10284149141785621664
NIT Uttarakhand15878243402385930330

All India B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2024 cutoff for B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering has comparatively higher closing ranks, making it more accessible for mid-rank candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
Bengal Institute of Technology10433411043341--
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College517982591418--
IIIT Ranchi3538760293--
NIT Warangal4444534173337333

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
MANIT Bhopal10403117081490314903
NIT Agartala63432906006048679447
NIT Arunachal Pradesh7129971299--
NIT Goa3485834858--
NIT Hamirpur28278293583472035733
NIT Kurukshetra740593531001411320
NIT Puducherry569347111660539107390
NIT Silchar24124310703579736262
NIT Uttarakhand29393403414184445968
SSIT1816621590--

Home State B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Cutoff 2024 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
NIT Warangal4979627171458117

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2024 — General

CourseGeneral
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering8243 - 152571
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering4444 - 5341
BTech ME16746 - 1149119
B.Tech Civil Engineering24719 - 1412249
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering11919 - 1348699
BTech IT51457 - 58690
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering25460 - 25669
B.E. in Information Technology10508 - 75845
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science9908 - 41400
B TECH IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING(CYB ER SECURITY)32686 - 50555

All India and Home State Cutoff 2024 — General

All India Cutoff 2024

College TypeGeneral
IIIT16245 - 60293
NIT4444 - 46593

Home State Cutoff 2024

College TypeGeneral
IIIT22477
NIT4979 - 688073

College Wise Cutoff 2024

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2024 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top IIIT

NameCutoff Links
IIIT Naya RaipurView Cutoff
IIIT Sri CityView Cutoff
IIITM GwaliorView Cutoff
IIIT GuwahatiView Cutoff
IIIT KotaView Cutoff
IIIT KalyaniView Cutoff
IIIT BhopalView Cutoff
IIIT DharwadView Cutoff
IIIT KottayamView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

NameCutoff Links
NIT WarangalView Cutoff
NIT KurukshetraView Cutoff
NIT SilcharView Cutoff
NIT DelhiView Cutoff
NIT UttarakhandView Cutoff
NIT AgartalaView Cutoff
NIT SrinagarView Cutoff
NIT DurgapurView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
MANIT BhopalView Cutoff
University Institute of TechnologyView Cutoff
GKCIETView Cutoff
PICTView Cutoff
Cummins CollegeView Cutoff
IGDTUW DelhiView Cutoff
TSEC MumbaiView Cutoff
College of EngineeringView Cutoff
VESITView Cutoff
UIET ChandigarhView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The JEE Main 2024 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 NIT Warangal offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering closing around 6,271-11,708 (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 90,600-90,600 (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 29,358-29,358 (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 9,353-9,353 (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 71,116-71,116 (General)

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


JEE Main 2024 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for JEE Main 2024?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2024 is expected to be around 2,617-1,412,249 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 2024 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for JEE Main 2024 is:
  • General: 2,617-1,412,249 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 2023?
In 2023, the cutoff for JEE Main was:
  • General: 35-1,111,528 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2024.
What marks are required for top percentile in JEE Main 2024?
To achieve 99 percentile in JEE Main 2024, candidates typically need around 141-180 marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in JEE Main 2024?
Candidates scoring around 61-70 marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in JEE Main 2024, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in JEE Main 2024?
Yes, 95 percentile in JEE Main 2024 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 2024?
For top colleges accepting JEE Main 2024:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 14,914
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 24,340
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for JEE Main 2024?
A safe score for JEE Main 2024 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 2024 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2024 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 2024?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2024 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 280+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in JEE Main 2024?
With a good rank, candidates may get into NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, and NIT Uttarakhand, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in JEE Main 2024?
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Main 2024 is 2,617-1,412,249 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 2024?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2024 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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