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Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)

Updated on 4 Sept, 2026 by Kollegeapply

The JEE Main 2020 ST cutoff has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This page shows ST 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 2020 to help you gauge admission chances at top colleges.


JEE Main 2020 ST category cutoff ranges from 1,754 to 346,453 rank. Candidates with rank under 5,584 have high chances of getting top colleges like IIITM Gwalior, IIIT Bhopal, and IIIT Naya Raipur.


JEE Main 2020 Cutoff Highlights

The JEE Main 2020 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 2020
  • Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
  • Cutoff Type: Rank
  • Total Counselling Rounds: 7
  • Total Colleges Participating: 24
  • Top Courses: B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • Quota Types: All India, Home State, OS

JEE Main 2020 Cutoff Overview

The table below provides complete details of the JEE Main 2020 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.Tech (Lateral)
Total Rounds7
Total Colleges Participating24
Official Websitehttps://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
QuotasAll India, Home State, OS
Top CoursesB.Tech. Computer Science Engineering, BTech ME, B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

Status

  • Cutoff Status: Released
  • Last Updated: September 2026

JEE Main 2020 ST Cutoff Category Wise for Government and Private Colleges

The JEE Main 2020 ST 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
ST1754 - 3464533780 - 6659

Can You Get a College with Your Rank?

The JEE Main 2020 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 – 5,000IIITM Gwalior, IIIT Naya Raipur, IIIT Dharwad, NIT Nagaland
5,000 – 10,000IIIT Bhopal, SLIET, NIELIT, Indian Institute of Carpet Technology, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya

JEE Main 2020 Score vs Percentile

The table below shows the relationship between score scored and the corresponding percentile in JEE Main 2020. 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 2020 Expected vs Actual Cutoff

The JEE Main 2020 cutoff comparison between expected and actual values helps candidates understand trend accuracy and exam competitiveness.

CategoryExpected (Rank)Actual (Rank)Difference
ST1,338 - 5,5471,754 - 346,453340,906 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 2020 cutoff remained slightly varied across categories.

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (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

YearST
2020346453
20195547

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 (2019-2020): 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 (ST Category)

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

College20202019
IIITM Gwalior35865196
IIIT Bhopal55844124
IIIT Naya Raipur33121684
IIIT Dharwad4542-

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 2020)

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 2020 Cutoff (Category-wise Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2020 college-wise cutoff includes opening and closing ranks for top colleges like IGDTUW Delhi, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, and NIT Nagaland across categories. These cutoffs are released during JoSAA counselling and vary based on college, branch, category, and quota

CollegeBranchCategoryOpening RankClosing Rank
IGDTUW DelhiB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringST176088346453
Gurukula Kangri VishwavidyalayaBTech MEST45866621
NIT NagalandB.Tech. Computer Science EngineeringST17541878

Insight: IGDTUW Delhi, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, and NIT Nagaland close within top 1,878-346,453 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 (1,878), indicating highest competition.
  • 2 colleges close within top 20,000 ranks, while 2 are within top 30,000 ranks.
  • Final cutoff depends on JoSAA round, preferences, and seat matrix.

College-wise JEE Main 2020 Cutoff (ST Opening & Closing Ranks)

CollegeAll
IIITM Gwalior3586
IIIT Bhopal3780 - 5584
IIIT Naya Raipur2366 - 3312
IIIT Dharwad3804 - 4542
IGDTUW Delhi143994 - 346453
SLIET4679 - 6742
NIELIT3647 - 5306
Indian Institute of Carpet Technology4717 - 6659
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya4586 - 6621
NIT Nagaland1754 - 1878

Safe Score for JEE Main 2020

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 1,878-6,621 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 6,621-346,453.

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 Nagaland, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, and IGDTUW Delhi across categories.


Rank under 1,878

College NameGeneral
NIT Nagaland1754 - 1878

Rank under 6,621

  • Strong chance in colleges like NIT Nagaland and Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya.
  • 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 346,453

  • Admission possible in colleges like NIT Nagaland, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, and IGDTUW Delhi.
  • 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 1,878 ranks target top-tier options, under 6,621 ranks strengthen access to NIT, and under 346,453 ranks open broader options like other nit.

  • Under 6,621: 2 strong cutoff outcomes in current trend set.
  • Under 346,453: 3 broader cutoff outcomes in current trend set.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main 2020 Cutoff

Explore the top engineering colleges accepting JEE Main 2020 scores. Click below to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and cutoff trends.

CollegeFeesMedian SalaryCoursesRanking
IGDTUW Delhi₹ 16.39 Lakhs-19IndiaToday #9
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya₹ 3.62 Lakhs₹ 4.39 Lakhs58-
NIT Nagaland₹ 7.67 Lakhs-14NIRF #101

Top B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (ST Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2020 cutoff for B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
IGDTUW Delhi176088 - 346453
NIT Nagaland1754 - 1878

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (NIT Nagaland and IGDTUW Delhi) close within top 346,453 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 277,162 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top BTech ME Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (ST Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2020 cutoff for BTech ME highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya4586 - 6621

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya) close within top 6,621 ranks.
  • BTech ME remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure BTech ME in top colleges, aim for under 5,297 rank for stronger outcomes.


Top B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Colleges - 2020 Cutoff (ST Opening & Closing Ranks)

The JEE Main 2020 cutoff for B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science highlights category-specific closing ranks for top colleges. This branch continues to see strong demand among candidates.

CollegeAll
IIIT Naya Raipur2366 - 3312
IIIT Dharwad3804 - 4542

Key Insights

  • Top 3 colleges (IIIT Naya Raipur and IIIT Dharwad) close within top 4,542 ranks.
  • B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science remains a high-demand branch across top colleges.

Insight: To secure B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science in top colleges, aim for under 3,634 rank for stronger outcomes.


All India B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2020 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.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
IGDTUW Delhi176088346453
NIT Nagaland17541878

All India BTech ME Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks


The JEE Main 2020 cutoff for BTech ME shows the opening and closing ranks for top colleges under the All India quota. BTech ME remains highly competitive, with relatively lower closing ranks in top institutes.

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya45866621

Home State B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAllFemale
OpeningClosingOpeningClosing
IGDTUW Delhi37395296846--
NIT Sikkim--1715117151

Home State BTech ME Cutoff 2020 – Opening & Closing Ranks

CollegeAll
OpeningClosing
NIT Meghalaya1861218612
NIT Patna32714068
NIT Surathkal27372855
SVNIT Surat45294605

Course-wise Cutoff Range (All India) 2020 — ST

CourseST
B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering1754 - 346453
BTech ME4586 - 6621
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science2366 - 4542
B.Tech in Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence143994 - 183040
BTech IT3780 - 5584
B.E. in Instrumentation and Control Engineering4679 - 6254
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering6742
B.Tech. in Carpet and Textile Technology (Lateral Entry)4717 - 6659

All India and Home State Cutoff 2020 — ST

All India Cutoff 2020

College TypeST
IIIT2366 - 5584
NIT1754 - 1878

Home State Cutoff 2020

College TypeST
NIT2737 - 18612

College Wise Cutoff 2020

Explore college-wise cutoff pages for 2020 to check detailed branch-wise opening & closing ranks and admission trends.


JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top IIIT

NameCutoff Links
IIIT Naya RaipurView Cutoff
IIITM GwaliorView Cutoff
IIIT DharwadView Cutoff
IIIT BhopalView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top NIT

NameCutoff Links
NIT NagalandView Cutoff

JEE Main Cutoff Ranks for Top Colleges

NameCutoff Links
NIELITView Cutoff
Indian Institute of Food Processing TechnologyView Cutoff
Gurukula Kangri VishwavidyalayaView Cutoff
Indian Institute of Carpet TechnologyView Cutoff
SLIETView Cutoff
IGDTUW DelhiView Cutoff

State Wise Cutoff

The JEE Main 2020 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 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 296,846-296,846 (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 18,612-18,612 (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 4,068-4,068 (General)

Karnataka Cutoff

Colleges in Karnataka such as NIT Surathkal offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 2,855-2,855 (General)

Gujarat Cutoff

Colleges in Gujarat such as SVNIT Surat offer:

  • Higher closing ranks under Home State quota
  • Better chances for local candidates
  • Popular branches like BTech ME closing around 4,605-4,605 (General)

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


JEE Main 2020 Cutoff FAQs

What is the cutoff for JEE Main 2020?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2020 is expected to be around 1,754-346,453 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 2020 (category-wise)?
The expected cutoff for JEE Main 2020 is:
  • General: data not available yet
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
  • ST: 1,754-346,453 rank
These values are based on trend analysis and difficulty level.
What was the cutoff for JEE Main 2019?
In 2019, the cutoff for JEE Main was:
  • General: 1,338-5,547 rank
  • OBC: data not available yet
  • SC: data not available yet
This helps estimate the expected cutoff for 2020.
What marks are required for top percentile in JEE Main 2020?
To achieve 99 percentile in JEE Main 2020, candidates typically need around 141-180 marks, depending on exam difficulty and normalization.
What marks are required for 90 percentile in JEE Main 2020?
Candidates scoring around 61-70 marks can expect approximately 90 percentile in JEE Main 2020, based on previous session data.
Is 95 percentile good in JEE Main 2020?
Yes, 95 percentile in JEE Main 2020 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 2020?
For top colleges accepting JEE Main 2020:
  • Top tier colleges: Rank under 1,878
  • Mid-tier colleges: Rank under 6,621
Admission depends on branch and category.
What is a safe score for JEE Main 2020?
A safe score for JEE Main 2020 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 2020 increase or decrease?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2020 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 2020?
The cutoff for JEE Main 2020 is influenced by:
  • Difficulty level: moderate paper and broader score spread
  • Total seats: 24+ participating college options
Can I get a top college with my rank in JEE Main 2020?
With a good rank, candidates may get into IGDTUW Delhi, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, and NIT Nagaland, depending on branch preference and category cutoff trends.
What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff in JEE Main 2020?
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Main 2020 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 2020?
Candidates can check detailed college-wise and branch-wise cutoff for JEE Main 2020 on KollegeApply, including opening and closing ranks for top institutes.

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