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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2022 OBC cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows OBC 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 2022 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


JEE Main 2022 OBC category cutoff ranges from 1,831 to 901,112 rank. Candidates with rank under 901,112 have high chances of getting top colleges like NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, and IPS Academy.


JEE Main 2022 Cutoff Highlights

The JEE Main 2022 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 2022
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 9
  • Total Colleges Participating: 101
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State

JEE Main 2022 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the JEE Main 2022 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 Participating101
Official Websitehttps://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State
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 2022 OBC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2022 OBC 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
OBC1831 - 4843656485 - 901112

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The JEE Main 2022 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 – 5,000NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal
5,000 – 10,000NIT Uttarakhand, RGPIT, IIIT Sri City, NIT Delhi, NIT Srinagar
10,000 – 30,000NIT Silchar, IIIT Kalyani, IIIT Kota, IIIT Guwahati, NIAMT
30,000 – 50,000IIIT Kottayam, PICT

JEE Main 2022 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in JEE Main 2022. 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 2022 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The JEE Main 2022 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
OBC1,528 - 899,1841,831 - 901,1121,928 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.
  • Reserved Categories: Mostly follow expected direction with moderate variation.
  • Overall Insight: JEE Main 2022 cutoff remained stable with minor fluctuations.

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (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

YearOBC-NCL
2022927200
2021899184
202048403

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 (2020-2022): 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 (OBC Category)

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

College20222021
NIT Warangal1943-
MANIT Bhopal2755-
IPS Academy901112841491
NIT Uttarakhand5797-

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 2022)

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 2022 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2022 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and RGPIT 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 EngineeringOBC25072755
NIT UttarakhandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC42715797
RGPITB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC55685568
NIT SilcharB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC308414982
College of EngineeringBTech MEOBC2576925769
NIAMTBTech MEOBC1809319201
PRMITRBTech MEOBC363124363124
NIT KurukshetraB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC215311784
NIT AgartalaB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC57126267
NIT PuducherryB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringOBC49245582

Insight: MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and RGPIT close within top 2,755-5,797 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 (2,755), indicating highest competition.
  • 8 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 2022 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal1831 - 19432922 - 3145
MANIT Bhopal2507 - 27554854 - 5062
IPS Academy381194 - 901112-
NIT Uttarakhand4271 - 57979194
RGPIT5568 - 6673-
NIT Silchar3084 - 149826315 - 27691
IIIT Sri City8953-
IIIT Kottayam9330 - 4782711046 - 63871
IIIT Kalyani11071-
College of Engineering4644 - 85473-

Safe Score for JEE Main 2022

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 BTech ME in good institutes.
  • Rank range typically under 5,568-6,267 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 6,267-19,201.

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, RGPIT, and NIT Puducherry across categories.


Rank under 5,582

College NameGeneral
NIT Warangal1831 - 1943

Rank under 11,784

  • Strong chance in colleges like MANIT Bhopal, RGPIT, and NIT Puducherry.
  • 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 25,769

  • Admission possible in colleges like MANIT Bhopal, RGPIT, and NIT Puducherry.
  • 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 5,582 ranks target top-tier options, under 11,784 ranks strengthen access to NIT, and under 25,769 ranks open broader options like other nit.

  • Under 11,784: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 25,769: 9 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main 2022 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting JEE Main 2022 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
RGPIT₹ 11.03 Lakhs₹ 7.98 Lakhs21NIRF #78
NIT Silchar₹ 7.11 Lakhs₹ 10.00 Lakhs46NIRF #11
College of Engineering₹ 4.04 Lakhs-40Times #4
NIAMT₹ 3.40 Lakhs₹ 6.70 Lakhs12NIRF #150
PRMITR₹ 4.61 Lakhs₹ 3.85 Lakhs20NIRF #251
NIT Kurukshetra₹ 6.87 Lakhs₹ 6.85 Lakhs42TheWeek #21
NIT Agartala₹ 2.35 Lakhs-56IndiaToday #26
NIT Puducherry₹ 7.44 Lakhs₹ 6.00 Lakhs19IndiaToday #20

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2022 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 Bhopal2507 - 27554854 - 5062
IPS Academy381194-
NIT Uttarakhand4271 - 57979194
RGPIT5568-
NIT Silchar3084 - 149826315 - 27691
IIIT Sri City8953-
IIIT Kottayam10310 - 4554312082 - 61743
IIIT Kalyani11071-
IIIT Kota6941 - 27391-
IIIT Guwahati6485 - 2943811343 - 50463

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (MANIT Bhopal, RGPIT, and NIT Uttarakhand) close within top 5,797 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 4,638 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2022 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAllFemale
College of Engineering25769 - 35282-
NIAMT18093 - 1920121177 - 22064
PRMITR363124-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIAMT, College of Engineering, and PRMITR) close within top 363,124 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 290,499 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering Colleges - 2022 Cutoff (OBC Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2022 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 Warangal1831 - 19432922 - 3145
IIIT Ranchi12188 - 61353-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIT Warangal and IIIT Ranchi) close within top 61,353 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 49,082 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2022 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 Pune547425279913045038
MANIT Bhopal2507275548545062
NIT Agartala571262671093511527
NIT Hamirpur3127343563987588
NIT Kurukshetra21531178442904642
NIT Puducherry4924558258815881
NIT Sikkim554877911335513591
NIT Silchar308414982631527691
NIT Uttarakhand4271579791949194
RGPIT55685568--

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2022 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
College of Engineering2576925769--
NIAMT18093192012117722064
PRMITR363124363124--

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2022 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
I.K Gujral Punjab Technical University7631485--
MANIT Bhopal3215369360186402
NIT Arunachal Pradesh5661756617--
NIT Hamirpur26986312632889132415
NIT Kurukshetra38381848578107810
NIT Puducherry22765324642423437870
NIT Sikkim70179981487644276442
NIT Silchar11621733321660118752
NIT Uttarakhand94299429--
SBSSU14761476--

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2022 — OBC

CourseOBC
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering2507 - 874164
BTech ME18093 - 35282
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering1831 - 1943
B.Tech Civil Engineering36102 - 50761
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering15894 - 374841
BTech IT50556 - 75077
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering280749 - 769230
B.E. in Computer Engineering10988 - 164496
B.E. in Information Technology13855 - 188889

All India and Home State Cutoff 2022 — OBC

All India Cutoff 2022

College TypeOBC
IIIT5474 - 61353
NIT1831 - 14982

Home State Cutoff 2022

College TypeOBC
NIT1840 - 98148

College Wise Cutoff 2022

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2022 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top IIIT

NameCutoff Links
IIIT SuratView Cutoff
IIIT UnaView Cutoff
IIIT Sri CityView Cutoff
IIITDM KurnoolView Cutoff
IIIT AgartalaView Cutoff
IIIT KalyaniView Cutoff
IIIT RaichurView Cutoff
IIIT BhagalpurView Cutoff
IIIT PuneView Cutoff
IIIT KotaView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

NameCutoff Links
NIT WarangalView Cutoff
NIT HamirpurView Cutoff
NIT PuducherryView Cutoff
NIT UttarakhandView Cutoff
NIT AgartalaView Cutoff
NIT SrinagarView Cutoff
NIT DelhiView Cutoff
NIT SikkimView Cutoff
NIT ManipurView Cutoff
NIT Arunachal PradeshView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
MANIT BhopalView Cutoff
RGPITView Cutoff
NIAMTView Cutoff
PICTView Cutoff
BIT SindriView Cutoff
Jharkhand University of TechnologyView Cutoff
Cummins CollegeView Cutoff
UIET ChandigarhView Cutoff
TSEC MumbaiView Cutoff
College of EngineeringView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The JEE Main 2022 cutoff also varies based on state quota (Home State vs Other State), making it important for candidates targeting colleges within their region.


Chandigarh Cutoff

Colleges in Chandigarh such as I.K Gujral Punjab Technical University offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering closing around 1,485-1,485 (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 3,693-3,693 (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 31,263-31,263 (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 18,485-18,485 (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 32,464-32,464 (General)

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


JEE Main 2022 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for JEE Main 2022?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2022 is expected to be around 1,831-901,112 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 2022 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for JEE Main 2022 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: 1,831-901,112 rank
  • 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 2021?
In 2021, the cutoff for JEE Main was:
  • General: 1,528-899,184 rank
  • OBC: 1,528-899,184 rank
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2022.
What marks are required for top percentile in JEE Main 2022?
To achieve 99 percentile in JEE Main 2022, candidates typically need around 141-180 marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in JEE Main 2022?
Candidates scoring around 61-70 marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in JEE Main 2022, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in JEE Main 2022?
Yes, 95 percentile in JEE Main 2022 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 2022?
For top colleges accepting JEE Main 2022:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 5,797
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 11,784
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for JEE Main 2022?
A safe score for JEE Main 2022 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 2022 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2022 is expected to stable due to factors like similar difficulty level, candidate participation, and seat availability.
What factors affect the cutoff for JEE Main 2022?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2022 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: similar difficulty level
  • Total seats: 101+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in JEE Main 2022?
With a good rank, candidates may get into MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and RGPIT, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in JEE Main 2022?
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Main 2022 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 2022?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2022 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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