IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff: Expected Cutoff, Marks vs Rank and Participating Institutes
Content Writer | Updated On - Sep 5, 2025
The expected IIT JAM 2026 subject wise cutoff based on the previous year trends are: Physics (18.44), Chemistry (20.51), Mathematics (20.56), Mathematical Statistics (14.61), Biotechnology (33.06), Economics (23.06).
The IIT JAM 2026 cutoff is divided into two categories:
- IIT JAM 2026 Qualifying Cutoff (Opening Rank): Marks required to qualify IIT JAM 2026
- IIT JAM 2026 Admission Cutoff (Closing Rank): Marks required to apply to the colleges of your choice.
You can check which colleges you can apply to based on your cutoff rank on College Predictor.
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IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff
The IIT JAM 2026 expected cutoff depends on various factors such as difficulty level, number of participants and this year’s performance levels.
The IIT JAM 2026 Expected cutoff provides the following insights:
- An increase in the cutoff is expected in IIT JAM 2026 which means a lot more competition between the students is expected this year.
- Subjects such as: Biotechnology, Chemistry and Geology are expected to have a higher level of competition as an increase in the cutoff marks can be seen.
- Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics are expected to be almost the same as the previous year.
The IIT JAM 2026 category wise expected cutoff marks for each IIT JAM 2026 subject has been tabulated below in accordance with the cutoff marks of the previous year:
| IIT JAM 2026 Subjects | Cutoff Marks 2026 (Expected) | Cutoff Marks 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | General: 46.5 - 48 OBC/EWS: 41 - 42.5 SC/ST/PwD: 22.5 - 23.5 | General: 45.46 OBC/EWS: 40.01 SC/ST/PwD: 22.23 |
| Chemistry | General: 26 - 27 OBC/EWS: 23.5 - 24.5 SC/ST/PwD: 13 - 14 | General: 25.38 OBC/EWS: 22.84 SC/ST/PwD: 12.69 |
| Economics | General: 25 - 26 OBC/EWS: 22.5 - 23.5 SC/ST/PwD: 12.5 - 13.5 | General: 24.64 OBC/EWS: 22.17 SC/ST/PwD: 12.32 |
| Mathematics | General: 11.5 - 12 OBC/EWS: 10.2 - 10.8 SC/ST/PwD: 5.8 - 6.2 | General: 11.22 OBC/EWS: 10.09 SC/ST/PwD: 5.61 |
| Mathematical Statistics | General: 23.5 - 24.5 OBC/EWS: 21 - 22 SC/ST/PwD: 12 - 13 | General: 23.03 OBC/EWS: 20.72 SC/ST/PwD: 11.51 |
| Geology | General: 34 - 35 OBC/EWS: 30.5 - 31.5 SC/ST/PwD: 17 - 18 | General: 33.09 OBC/EWS: 29.78 SC/ST/PwD: 16.54 |
| Physics | General: 20 - 21 OBC/EWS: 18 - 19 SC/ST/PwD: 10 - 11 | General: 19.63 OBC/EWS: 17.66 SC/ST/PwD: 9.81 |
IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for IITs
The IIT JAM exam serves as a gateway to admissions in M.Sc. and integrated PhD programs in the premier IITs. The cutoff varies each year due to factors such as difficulty level of the exam, number of students appearing and seat availability.
High Competition: IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi and IIT Kharagpur have higher cutoffs than other IITs. IIT Bombay cutoff (70 - 85 marks) is about 10 - 15% higher than IIT Kanpur and IITRoorkee making it the most competitive IIT to get admissions in M.Sc. and PhD courses.
Limited Seats and High Demand: IITs offer only around 1500 seats for M.Sc. courses resulting in highly competitive admissions. Older IITs such as IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi have higher cutoffs as compared to the cutoffs of newer IITs like IIT Ropar (40 - 50 marks) as they have a lower number of students applying to the institute.
Increasing Cutoffs: Over the last few years, cutoffs have increased by 8 - 12% due to a rise in IIT JAM applicants, newer IITs now offering M.Sc. programs and a significant improvement in IIT JAM performance levels.
Tabulated below are the subject wise expected IIT JAM 2026 cutoff for IITs based on previous year trends:
| Subject | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics (PH) | 35-40 | 31-35 | 18-22 |
| Chemistry (CY) | 27-32 | 24-28 | 14-18 |
| Mathematics (MA) | 32-37 | 28-33 | 15-20 |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 38-43 | 34-39 | 20-25 |
| Mathematical Stats (MS) | 30-35 | 27-32 | 16-21 |
| Geology (GG) | 34-39 | 30-35 | 18-23 |
| Economics (EN) | 42-47 | 38-43 | 22-27 |
IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for IISc Bangalore
IISc Bangalore is one of the most prestigious institutes for postgraduate courses in India. Admission to IISc M.Sc. and integrated PhD programs is highly competitive with cutoff marks varying each year.
According to the expected cutoff for 2026 following analysis has been drawn:
Highly Competitive: IISc Bangalore only admits 100 candidates from the IIT JAM exam, making its cutoff higher than most of the IITs.
Marks Requirement: Candidates must score above 50 for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biotechnology in order to be considered for admission in IISc Bangalore.
Varying Cutoffs: IISc cutoffs vary only by 2 - 3% each year. The integrated PhD programs are at a 5 - 8% lower cutoff than M.Sc. programs.
Tabulated below are the subject wise expected cutoff IIT JAM 2026 cutoff for IISc Bangalore based on previous year data:
| Subject | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics (PH) | 55-60 | 50-55 | 30-35 |
| Chemistry (CY) | 50-55 | 45-50 | 25-30 |
| Mathematics (MA) | 50-55 | 45-50 | 25-30 |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 52-58 | 47-53 | 27-32 |
| Mathematical Stats (MS) | 50-55 | 45-50 | 25-30 |
IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff for NITs and CFTIs
NITs and CFTIs also participate in the IIT JAM admission process. They are not as competitive as the IITs and IISc, Bangalore, they still offer really good M.Sc. programs.
High Competition: Institutes like NIT Warangal, NIT Trichy and NIT Surathkal have higher cutoffs (60 - 75 marks) due to their premier status and limited M.Sc. seats.
Moderate Competition: NIT Calicut, NIT Rourkela and NIT Durgapur have moderate cutoffs (40 - 60 marks). These institutes have fewer applicants as compared to top IITs and NITs making their cutoffs a little lower.
Lower Cutoffs: Newer NITs like NIT Jaipur and CFTIs like IISER, Pune and IIEST, Shibpur have lower cutoffs (35 - 50 marks) compared to the established NITs.
Tabulated below are the subject wise IIT JAM 2026 cutoff for NITs and CFTIs based on previous year trends:
| Subject | General | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics (PH) | 60-75 Marks | 55-65 Marks | 35-45 Marks |
| Chemistry (CY) | 55-70 Marks | 50-60 Marks | 30-40 Marks |
| Mathematics (MA) | 60-70 Marks | 55-65 Marks | 35-45 Marks |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 50-65 Marks | 45-55 Marks | 30-40 Marks |
| Mathematical Statistics (MS) | 55-65 Marks | 50-60 Marks | 30-40 Marks |
| Geology (GG) | 45-60 Marks | 40-50 Marks | 25-35 Marks |
| Economics (EN) | 60-75 Marks | 55-65 Marks | 35-45 Marks |
| Environmental Science (ES) | 45-55 Marks | 40-50 Marks | 25-35 Marks |
IIT JAM 2026 Qualifying Marks
The IIT JAM 2026 Qualifying Marks represent the minimum score required for candidates to be eligible for M.Sc. admissions in IITs, NITs, IIITs and other participating institutes. These marks vary depending on factors such as difficulty of the exam, number of candidates and seat availability.
Tabulated below are the subject wise expected qualifying marks for IIT JAM 2026 based on previous year trends:
| Subjects | General (UR) | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (MA) | 33-36 | 29-32 | 16-18 |
| Physics (PH) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Chemistry (CY) | 27-30 | 24-27 | 13-15 |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 35-37 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Geology (GG) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Biological Sciences (BL) | 32-35 | 28-31 | 16-18 |
| Economics (EN) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
What are the passing marks for IIT JAM 2026?
The passing marks for IIT JAM 2026 refer to the minimum marks required by the candidate to be eligible for admission to M.Sc. programs in various participating institutes.
Tabulated below are the subject wise expected passing marks for IIT JAM 2026:
| Subject | General (UR) | OBC-NCL/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (MA) | 33-36 | 29-32 | 16-18 |
| Physics (PH) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Chemistry (CY) | 27-30 | 24-27 | 13-15 |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 35-37 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Geology (GG) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
| Biological Sciences (BL) | 32-35 | 28-31 | 16-18 |
| Economics (EN) | 35-38 | 31-34 | 17-19 |
IIT JAM 2026 Marks vs Rank
The IIT JAM marks vs rank tells us the marks required by the candidate to obtain the desired rank and eventually admission to the institute of their choice. The IIT JAM comprises 60 questions with a total 100 marks.
- Score 70 - 85: Highly likely to get admissions in top colleges, including IITs.
- Score 60 - 70: The trend shows that with increased competition the rank may range higher, especially, for subjects like Chemistry and Mathematics.
- Score 50 - 59: Even a small change in marks can affect the rank so the candidate should aim for a higher score.
- Score 40 - 49: This is a competitive score. This score can get you admission in some of the lesser demanded colleges.
- Score 30 - 39: This score will make it difficult to get admissions in IITs. The cutoff rank depends on the number of students securing the same score.
- Below 30: If you are securing marks below 30, the admission process becomes extremely difficult. Admission in IIT is nearly impossible.
Based on the previous year’s data, an expected marks vs rank analysis for IIT JAM 2026 has been prepared:
| Score Range (out of 100) | IIT JAM 2026 Expected Ranks | IIT JAM 2024 Ranks |
|---|---|---|
| 70 - 85 | 1 - 80 | 1 - 80 |
| 60 - 70 | 90 - 180 | 81 - 170 |
| 50 - 59 | 180 - 650 | 171 - 600 |
| 40 - 49 | 650 - 1300 | 600 - 1200 |
| 30 - 39 | 1300 - 2500 | 1200 - 2400 |
| Below 30 | Above 2500 | Above 2400 |
What was the highest score in IIT JAM 2024?
The highest score in IIT JAM 2024 was 93.33, scored by Bishwayan Ghosh in the Mathematics Statistics (MS) exam.
Tabulated below are the highest scores for each subject in IIT JAM 2024:
| Subject | Top Scorer | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Physics (PH) | Indurekha Kundu | 84.33 |
| Biotechnology (BT) | Siddhant Bhardwaj | 90 |
| Chemistry (CY) | Saurabh Kumar | 91.67 |
| Geology (GG) | Farheen Naaz | 85.33 |
| Economics (EN) | Mihir Dev Choudhary | 70 |
| Mathematics (MA) | Sarthak Yash Sethi | 57.33 |
| Mathematical Statistics (MS) | Bishwayan Ghosh | 93.33 |
Also Check: Marks vs Rank 2024
What is a good score in IIT JAM?
70 and above is a good score for IIT JAM. Students who are aiming for IIT Madras and IIT Bombay for Biotechnology and Mathematics courses should aim for a score of 85 and above.
| Subjects | Very good score | Good score | Average Score | Low score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 85+ | 75-80+ | 50-60 | Less than 20 |
| Biotechnology | 90+ | 75-82+ | 50-60 | Less than 35 |
| Physics | 86+ | 75-89 | 50-60 | Less than 30 |
| Chemistry | 88+ | 70-84 | 50-59 | Less than 20 |
| Geology | 90+ | 75-85+ | 50-65 | Less than 35 |
| Mathematical Statistics | 80+ | 65-75+ | 50-60 | Less than 20 |
| Economics | 70+ | 60-69 | 45-50 | Less than 20 |
What rank is required for admission in IITs for IIT JAM?
A rank of above 55 is required for admissions in the best IITs such as IIT Bombay.
| Colleges | Ranks | Marks (out of 100) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 2-42 | 70-85 Marks |
| IIT Delhi | 1-143 | 60-75 Marks |
| IIT Kharagpur | 14-174 | 55 Marks |
| IIT Madras | 21-222 | 50 Marks |
| IIT Kanpur | 59-223 | 45 Marks |
| IIT Roorkee | 97-229 | 45 Marks |
| IIT Ropar | 231-420 | 40 Marks |
IIT JAM 2026 Participating Institutes
Admission into a leading institute is solely based on the IIT JAM rank. In order to get admissions in premier institutes, candidates need to aim for a higher rank. Below listed are the IIT JAM 2026 participating institutes along with their NIRF ranking to give you an idea of the top institutes.
Top IITs based on NIRF Ranking
Tabulated below are the participating IITs and their respective NIRF ranks for IIT JAM 2026:
| IIT Name | NIRF Ranks | Total Tuition Fees (Full Course) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Madras | #1 | INR 8,58,000 |
| IIT Delhi | #2 | INR 8,55,000 |
| IIT Bombay | #3 | INR 8,00,000 |
| IIT Kanpur | #4 | INR 12,25,000 |
| IIT Kharagpur | #5 | INR11,66,000 |
| IIT Roorkee | #6 | INR 8,94,000 |
| IIT Guwahati | #7 | INR 8,54,000 |
| IIT Hyderabad | #8 | INR 9,06,000 |
| IIT (BHU) Varanasi | #9 | INR 8,58,000 |
| IIT Indore | #10 | INR 8,48,000 |
Top NITs based on NIRF Ranking
Tabulated below are the participating NITs and their respective NIRF ranks for IIT JAM 2026:
| NIT Name | NIRF Rank | Total Tuition Fees (Full Course) |
|---|---|---|
| NIT Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy) | #9 | INR 8,62,500 |
| NIT Karnataka, Surathkal | #10 | INR 8,62,500 |
| NIT Rourkela | #15 | INR 8,62,500 |
| NIT Warangal | #21 | INR 8,62,500 |
| MNNIT Allahabad | #25 | INR 8,62,500 |
IIT JAM 2024 Cutoff
Tabulated below is the category wise IIT JAM 2024 cutoff for each subject:
| IIT JAM 2024 Subjects | IIT JAM 2024 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Biotechnology | General: 45.46OBC/EWS: 40.01SC/ST/PwD: 22.23 |
| Chemistry | General: 25.38OBC/EWS: 22.84SC/ST/PwD: 12.69 |
| Economics | General: 24.64OBC/EWS: 22.17SC/ST/PwD: 12.32 |
| Mathematics | General: 11.22OBC/EWS: 10.09SC/ST/PwD: 5.61 |
| Mathematical Statistics | General: 23.03OBC/EWS: 20.72SC/ST/PwD: 11.51 |
| Geology | General: 33.09OBC/EWS: 29.78SC/ST/PwD: 16.54 |
| Physics | General: 19.63OBC/EWS: 17.66SC/ST/PwD: 9.81 |
IIT JAM 2023 Cutoff
Tabulated below is the category wise IIT JAM 2023 cutoff for each subject:
| IIT JAM 2023 Subjects | IIT JAM 2023 Cutoff |
|---|---|
| Mathematical Statistics | General: 16.39OBC/EWS: 14.75SC/ST/PwD: 8.20 |
| Economics | - |
| Physics | General: 26.05OBC/EWS: 23.45SC/ST/PwD: 13.03 |
| Geology | - |
| Chemistry | General: 27.81OBC/EWS: 25.03SC/ST/PwD: 13.50 |
| Biotechnology | General: 35.25OBC/EWS: 31.73SC/ST/PwD: 17.62 |
| Mathematics | - |
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