JEE Advanced 2026 Results: Cut-Off Scores and Counseling Insights
Overview of JEE Advanced 2026 Results
The JEE Advanced 2026 results have been announced, along with the corresponding cut-off scores for students aiming for admission into the IITs. These cut-off scores are crucial as they determine which candidates qualify for the rank list and can participate in the IIT admission process via JoSAA counseling. Candidates must achieve not only a specific overall score but also meet the minimum marks required in each subject.
Cut-Off Scores by Category
Different cut-off scores have been established for various categories. Following the announcement of these cut-offs, successful candidates can start preparing for the counseling and college selection process.
Minimum Marks Required for Each Category
JEE Advanced 2026 Cut-Off: Minimum Marks Breakdown
For candidates in the Common Rank List (CRL), the minimum requirement is 8 marks in each subject and an overall score of 92 marks. Candidates from the OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS categories need to achieve at least 7 marks in each subject and a total of 82 marks.
For SC, ST, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories, the minimum qualifying marks are set lower, requiring 4 marks in each subject and a total of 46 marks. Additionally, for the Preparatory Course (PC) rank list, candidates must secure 2 marks in each subject and an aggregate score of 23 marks.
Category-wise Marks
Category-wise Minimum Marks
| Rank List | Minimum Marks in Each Subject | Minimum Aggregate Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL) | 8 | 92 |
| OBC-NCL | 7 | 82 |
| GEN-EWS | 7 | 82 |
| SC | 4 | 46 |
| ST | 4 | 46 |
| CRL-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| OBC-NCL-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| GEN-EWS-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| SC-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| ST-PwD | 4 | 46 |
| Preparatory Course (PC) | 2 | 23 |
Minimum Percentage Criteria Announced
Alongside the specific mark requirements, the authorities have also outlined the minimum percentage criteria for the various rank lists. Candidates in the Common Rank List must achieve at least 7.30% in each subject and an overall percentage of 25.26%.
Category-wise Minimum Percentage
Category-wise Minimum Percentage
| Rank List | Minimum Percentage in Each Subject | Minimum Aggregate Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL) | 7.30% | 25.26% |
| OBC-NCL | 6.51% | 22.78% |
| GEN-EWS | 6.51% | 22.78% |
| SC | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| ST | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| CRL-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| OBC-NCL-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| GEN-EWS-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| SC-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| ST-PwD | 3.65% | 12.78% |
| Preparatory Course (PC) | 1 | 6.39% |
Next Steps: Focus on Counseling
Focus Now Shifts to Counseling
Candidates who have met the cut-off can now concentrate on their expected ranks, preferred branches, and institute choices. Experts recommend that students keep their scorecards secure and stay updated on all important dates and notifications related to JoSAA counseling to avoid missing any vital opportunities during the admission process.