The JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off has been officially released by IIT Roorkee , June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST, along with the JEE Advanced 2026 result and All India Rank (AIR) list at jeeadv.ac.in. The JEE Advanced 2026 qualifying cutoff for General (CRL) category is 92 marks out of 360 equivalent to 25.56% aggregate — with a minimum of 8 marks (7.30%) in each subject Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Out of 1,79,694 candidates who appeared for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the JEE Advanced 2026 exam held on May 17, 2026, a total of 56,880 candidates have qualified. Qualified candidates can now register for JoSAA 2026 counselling for IIT seat allotment. Check all official JEE Advanced 2026 important dates and use the Aakash JEE Advanced Rank Predictor 2026 to map your score to a precise AIR.
JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off – Official Category-Wise Qualifying Marks
The table below shows the official JEE Advanced 2026 category-wise cutoff released by IIT Roorkee on June 1, 2026. Candidates must meet both the subject-wise minimum AND the aggregate minimum to be included in the rank list. Failing even one subject disqualifies a candidate from the rank list regardless of the total score.
| Rank List / Category | Min. Marks Per Subject | % Per Subject | Min. Aggregate Marks | % Aggregate (Out of 360) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRL (General / Open) | 8 | 7.30% | 92 | 25.56% |
| GEN-EWS | 7 | 6.57% | 82 | 22.78% |
| OBC-NCL | 7 | 6.57% | 82 | 22.78% |
| SC | 4 | 3.65% | 46 | 12.78% |
| ST | 4 | 3.65% | 46 | 12.78% |
| CRL-PwD | 4 | 3.65% | 46 | 12.78% |
| Preparatory Course (PC) | 2 | ~1.82% | 23 | 6.39% |
Note: The subject-wise minimum marks apply to the combined marks of Paper 1 + Paper 2 for each subject — not per paper separately. Each subject carries a maximum of 120 marks across both papers combined.
JEE Advanced 2026 Result – Key Highlights
| Statistic | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | IIT Roorkee |
| Exam Date | May 17, 2026 |
| Result & Cut Off Declared | June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST |
| Total Candidates Appeared (Both Papers) | 1,79,694 |
| Total Candidates Qualified | 56,880 |
| General (CRL) Cutoff – Aggregate | 92 out of 360 (25.56%) |
| General (CRL) Cutoff – Per Subject | 8 out of 120 (7.30%) |
| OBC-NCL / GEN-EWS Cutoff | 82 out of 360 (22.78%) |
| SC / ST / PwD Cutoff | 46 out of 360 (12.78%) |
| Official Result Portal | jeeadv.ac.in |
| JoSAA 2026 Counselling | Begins after June 1, 2026 |
JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off vs Previous Years – Year-on-Year Comparison
| Year | Organising IIT | CRL Aggregate | CRL Per Subject | OBC-NCL / EWS | SC / ST / PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | IIT Roorkee | 92 (25.56%) | 8 (7.30%) | 82 (22.78%) | 46 (12.78%) |
| 2025 | IIT Kanpur | 74 (20.56%) | 7 (5.83%) | 66 (18.50%) | 37 (10.28%) |
| 2024 | IIT Madras | 109 (30.28%) | 10 (9.17%) | 98 (27.22%) | 54 (15%) |
| 2023 | IIT Guwahati | 91 (25.28%) | 9 (8.33%) | 81 (22.50%) | 45 (12.50%) |
| 2022 | IIT Bombay | 88 (24.44%) | 8 (7.41%) | 79 (22.00%) | 44 (12.22%) |
The JEE Advanced 2026 General category cutoff of 92 marks is higher than 2025 (74 marks) and reflects a moderately difficult paper difficulty level. Use the Aakash JEE Advanced Rank Predictor 2026 to convert your score into an estimated AIR and explore IIT possibilities.
What Is JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off? – Understanding the Two Components
The JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff is not a single number. It has two mandatory components that a candidate must both satisfy to be included in any rank list:
- Subject-wise Minimum Marks: A candidate must score the minimum prescribed marks in each of the three subjects — Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics — individually across Paper 1 and Paper 2 combined. Scoring even 1 mark below the subject minimum in any one subject results in exclusion from the rank list — regardless of aggregate.
- Aggregate Minimum Marks: The total marks secured across all three subjects in both papers combined must meet or exceed the category-wise minimum aggregate cutoff.
Clearing the JEE Advanced 2026 qualifying cutoff only ensures inclusion in the rank list. Actual IIT admission depends on your All India Rank (AIR) and seat availability during JoSAA 2026 counselling. Plan your college choices with the Aakash College Predictor.
JEE Advanced 2026 Marks vs Rank – Expected AIR Range
| Estimated Score (Out of 360) | Expected AIR (General / CRL) |
|---|---|
| 300+ | Top 100 |
| 260 – 299 | 100 – 500 |
| 220 – 259 | 500 – 1,500 |
| 180 – 219 | 1,500 – 3,500 |
| 140 – 179 | 3,500 – 7,000 |
| 100 – 139 | 7,000 – 15,000 |
| 92 – 99 (Cutoff Zone) | 15,000 – 20,000+ |
What to Do After JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off – Next Steps
- Check Your Score & Rank: Visit jeeadv.ac.in and log in to download your official scorecard and AIR. Access the Aakash JEE Advanced Result 2026 page for instant guidance.
- Estimate Your Rank: Use the Aakash JEE Advanced Rank Predictor 2026 for an accurate, data-driven AIR estimate.
- Explore IIT Options: Use the Aakash College Predictor to shortlist IITs and branches based on your AIR and category.
- Register for JoSAA 2026: JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling for IIT admissions begins shortly after June 1. Fill as many choices as possible across IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
- AAT 2026 (Architecture Aptitude Test): Candidates qualifying JEE Advanced who wish to pursue B.Arch at IITs can register for AAT 2026 from June 1–2, 2026, with the test scheduled on June 4, 2026 at jeeadv.ac.in.
- If You Didn’t Qualify: Candidates who did not clear the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff can explore admissions through JEE Main score at NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs via JoSAA. Prepare harder with Aakash JEE Advanced Mock Tests for the next attempt.
All Aakash Resources for JEE Advanced 2026
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Overview | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-exam |
| JEE Advanced Admit Card 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-admit-card |
| JEE Advanced Mock Tests 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-mock-tests |
| JEE Advanced Important Dates 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-important-dates |
| JEE Advanced Syllabus 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-syllabus |
| JEE Advanced Result 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-exam-result |
| JEE Advanced Rank Predictor 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-advanced-rank-predictor |
| College Predictor 2026 | aakash.ac.in/jee-main-college-predictor |
Frequently Asked Questions – JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off
Q1. What is the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for General category?
The official JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for General (CRL) category is 92 marks out of 360 (25.56% aggregate) with a minimum of 8 marks (7.30%) in each subject — Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. This is the official cutoff released by IIT Roorkee on June 1, 2026 at jeeadv.ac.in.
Q2. What is the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS?
The JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS categories is 82 marks out of 360 (22.78% aggregate) with a minimum of 7 marks (6.57%) in each subject. Both categories share the same qualifying threshold as per the official cutoff released by IIT Roorkee.
Q3. What is the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for SC, ST, and PwD?
The official JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for SC, ST, and PwD categories is 46 marks out of 360 (12.78% aggregate) with a minimum of 4 marks (3.65%) in each subject. Candidates in these categories must meet both the subject-wise and aggregate thresholds to qualify for the rank list.
Q4. How many candidates qualified in JEE Advanced 2026?
A total of 56,880 candidates qualified in JEE Advanced 2026 out of 1,79,694 candidates who appeared for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of the exam held on May 17, 2026. The result and category-wise cut off were declared by IIT Roorkee on June 1, 2026.
Q5. Is clearing the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff enough for IIT admission?
No. Clearing the JEE Advanced 2026 qualifying cutoff only ensures inclusion in the JEE Advanced 2026 rank list. Actual IIT admission depends on your All India Rank (AIR), category, and seat availability during JoSAA 2026 counselling. Use the Aakash Rank Predictor and College Predictor to plan your JoSAA strategy.
Q6. Why is the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff higher than 2025?
The JEE Advanced 2026 CRL cutoff of 92 marks is significantly higher than the 2025 cutoff of 74 marks. This increase reflects a moderately difficult paper compared to the notably harder 2025 paper, which had pushed the cutoff down. Paper difficulty level, the number of candidates who appeared, and the performance distribution of the top qualifying pool are the primary factors that determine the JEE Advanced cutoff each year.
Stay tuned to this page for live updates on JEE Advanced 2026 JoSAA counselling dates, seat allotment rounds, and IIT branch-wise opening and closing ranks. Bookmark this page and visit the Aakash JEE Advanced 2026 page for all expert resources.
