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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2023 SC cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows SC 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 SC category cutoff ranges from 230 to 1,010,320 rank. Candidates with rank under 147,249 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: 188
  • 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 Participating188
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 SC Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2023 SC 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
SC922 - 1010320230 - 984969

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
1,000 – 5,000NIT Warangal, MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, NIT Silchar, Dhirubhai Ambani University
5,000 – 10,000IIIT Sri City, IIITDM Kancheepuram, IIIT Kalyani
10,000 – 30,000PICT, NIAMT, TSEC Mumbai
30,000 – 50,000College 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
SC790 - 927,200230 - 1,010,32083,120 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 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

YearSC
20231055338
2022927200
2021899184
2020166766

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 (SC Category)

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

College202320222021
NIT Warangal1436813-
IIITM Gwalior14724953186261
MANIT Bhopal18681444-
HBTU Kanpur284792--

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 EngineeringSC16511868
NIT UttarakhandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringSC27373025
NIT SilcharB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringSC18322000
IIITDM KancheepuramBTech MESC83679566
College of EngineeringBTech MESC1631818805
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: DeogharBTech MESC10481984969
BIT PatnaBTech MESC9708391410
NIAMTBTech MESC948110671
University College of Engineering and Technology, HazaribagBTech MESC456321703666
PRMITRBTech MESC282461282461

Insight: MANIT Bhopal, NIT Uttarakhand, and NIT Silchar close within top 1,868-3,025 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 (1,868), 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 (SC Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAllFemale
NIT Warangal922 - 14361881 - 2048
IIITM Gwalior5833 - 147249-
MANIT Bhopal1651 - 18682742 - 3137
HBTU Kanpur207044 - 284792-
NIT Uttarakhand2737 - 3025-
TIET Patiala120850 - 389795-
BIT Mesra9371 - 380497-
NIT Silchar1832 - 20003484 - 3821
IIIT Bhopal6177 - 152499-
IIIT Sri City61345956

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 2,000-10,671 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 10,671-391,410.

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


Rank under 3,025

College NameGeneral
NIT Warangal922 - 1436
MANIT Bhopal1651 - 1868
NIT Silchar1832 - 2000

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 703,666

  • 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 3,025 ranks target top-tier options, under 18,805 ranks strengthen access to IIIT, and under 703,666 ranks open broader options like other iiit.

  • Under 18,805: 6 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 703,666: 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
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-
PRMITR₹ 4.61 Lakhs₹ 3.85 Lakhs20NIRF #251

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (SC 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 Bhopal1651 - 18682742 - 3137
NIT Uttarakhand2737 - 3025-
NIT Silchar1832 - 20003484 - 3821
IIIT Sri City61345956
IIIT Kottayam6741 - 1806696894 - 188147
IIIT Kalyani5359-
IIIT Kota4401 - 1264156432 - 170890
IIIT Guwahati4164 - 1229384913 - 185364
IGDTUW Delhi-76557 - 134356
REC72379 - 126995-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (MANIT Bhopal, NIT Silchar, and NIT Uttarakhand) close within top 3,025 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 2,420 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2023 Cutoff (SC 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 Kancheepuram8367 - 9566-
College of Engineering16318 - 18805-
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar10481 - 984969-
BIT Patna9708 - 391410-
NIAMT9481 - 1067110438 - 10953
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag456321 - 703666-
PRMITR282461 - 465541-
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College810043-
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya10933 - 442192-

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (IIITDM Kancheepuram, NIAMT, 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 (SC 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 Warangal922 - 12381881 - 2048
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College235363 - 695180-
Bengal Institute of Technology355699 - 630709-
IIIT Ranchi7612 - 234439-

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
MANIT Bhopal1651186827423137
NIT Agartala3154333446074914
NIT Arunachal Pradesh30823701--
NIT Hamirpur1891249726043296
NIT Kurukshetra14384801120302355
NIT Puducherry2074273725133992
NIT Sikkim3177372642656744
NIT Silchar1832200034843821
NIT Srinagar2769336845365778
NIT Uttarakhand27373025--

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: Deoghar10481984969--
BIT Patna9708391410--
College of Engineering1631818805--
Dr. B.C. Roy Engineering College810043810043--
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya10933442192--
IIITDM Kancheepuram83679566--
NIAMT9481106711043810953
PRMITR282461282461--
University College of Engineering and Technology, Hazaribag456321703666--

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

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
MANIT Bhopal2313264434283428
NIT Agartala763988801030812297
NIT Hamirpur3110311053575357
NIT Kurukshetra17024483443414341
NIT Manipur1536726450--
NIT Puducherry9265935991089108
NIT Sikkim68725687259938599385
NIT Silchar2931323942714271
NIT Uttarakhand3007372955905590
REC305161369054--

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2023 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
BIET Jhansi443754443754
Birla Institute of Technology Mesra Off-Campus: Deoghar2109627999
BIT Patna15706803278
Coochbehar Government Engineering College3832738327
KGEC1617519558
Malwa Institute of Science & Technology894669894669
NIT Andhra Pradesh162399162399
NIT Meghalaya2829828298
NIT Patna10622238820
REC928034928034

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

CourseSC
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering1651 - 180669
BTech ME8367 - 984969
B.Tech in Electronics and Communications Engineering922 - 1238
B.Tech Civil Engineering23391 - 936611
BTech IT6177 - 921295
B.Tech in Electrical Engineering9173 - 752602
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering5833 - 112146
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science5092 - 218063

All India and Home State Cutoff 2023 — SC

All India Cutoff 2023

College TypeSC
IIIT3570 - 235746
NIT922 - 48011

Home State Cutoff 2023

College TypeSC
IIIT195532 - 362037
NIT1297 - 238820

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 SuratView Cutoff
IIITDM KurnoolView Cutoff
IIIT UnaView Cutoff
IIIT KalyaniView Cutoff
IIIT Sri CityView Cutoff
IIIT AgartalaView Cutoff
IIIT RaichurView Cutoff
IIIT BhagalpurView Cutoff
IIITDM KancheepuramView Cutoff
IIIT Naya RaipurView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

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

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
Dhirubhai Ambani UniversityView Cutoff
MANIT BhopalView Cutoff
NIAMTView Cutoff
PICTView Cutoff
Cummins CollegeView Cutoff
TSEC MumbaiView Cutoff
College of EngineeringView Cutoff
VESITView Cutoff
Nutan Maharashtra Institute of Engineering and TechnologyView Cutoff
ISBM College of EngineeringView 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 2,644-894,669 (General)

Bihar Cutoff

Colleges in Bihar such as NIT Patna offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 238,820-803,278 (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 8,880-8,880 (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 3,110-3,110 (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 44,834-44,834 (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 230-1,010,320 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: 230-1,010,320 rank
  • 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: 790-927,200 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: 790-927,200 rank
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 9,566
  • 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: 188+ 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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