JEE Main CSE Cutoff for ST for NITs and IIITs
| Updated On - Mar 29, 2026
JEE Main CSE cutoff for ST category is lower than the General category but still competitive, especially for top institutes. To qualify for IITs, ST candidates need around a 65-75+ percentile, but admission depends on JEE Advanced rank (5,000-10,000 category rank). For NITs and IIITs, CSE cutoffs generally range between 60-90 percentile, depending on the institute and demand.
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JEE Main ST minimum qualifying cut-off typically lies at around the 65-75th percentile, much below the General category.
- For top NITs (like Trichy, Surathkal), ST CSE closing ranks are often in the range of 3,000-6,000 (category rank).
- IIITs generally admit ST candidates for CSE at about the ranks of 5,000-12 000 based on the level of the institute.
- Lower NITs and newer IIITs might even allow CSE admission for ST category ranks beyond 15,000.
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JEE Main CSE Expected Cutoff for ST for NITs and IIITs
This table reveals that in the ST category, premier IITs such as Bombay and Delhi reach the final standings between 13 and 23, and for other IITs, the closing ranks of students for CSE go as high as 200-220. It clearly demonstrates a progressive decline in the competition level among the institutes.
| IIT | NIRF Rank (approx.) | ST Category Closing Rank (CSE) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 3 | 13 |
| IIT Delhi | 2 | 23 |
| IIT Madras | 1 | 28-32 |
| IIT Kanpur | 4 | 50-60 |
| IIT Kharagpur | 5 | 68 |
| IIT Roorkee | 6 | 100-140 |
| IIT Guwahati | 7 | 150-160 |
| IIT Hyderabad | 8 | 160-170 |
| IIT BHU (Varanasi) | 10 | 170-180 |
| IIT Indore | 10-15 | 200-220 |
JEE Main CSE Expected Cutoffs for NITs, IIITs & GFTIs
The table indicates that top NITs demand very high ranks (1,000 to 5,000) and a 99.9+ percentile score, and other NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, their cutoffs come down to 25,000 to 80,000+ ranks and approximately 120-190 marks, which means that they serve as more accessible options.
| Tier / Institute Type | Institutes | Expected Closing Rank (General / Open) | Realistic Marks / Percentile (General) |
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| Top NITs (Tier 1) | NIT Trichy, Surathkal, Rourkela, Warangal | 1,000 - 5,000 | 99.9+%ile (214-260+ marks) |
| Mid NITs (Tier 2) | NIT Durgapur, Delhi, Allahabad, Calicut | 7,000 - 15,000 | 99.3-99.5%ile (185-240 marks) |
| Other NITs (Tier 3) | NIT Hamirpur, Srinagar, Jalandhar, etc. | 15,000 - 40,000+ | 99%ile (152-206 marks) |
| Top IIITs | IIIT Gwalior, Hyderabad, Allahabad | 9,000 - 25,000 | 160-214 marks |
| Other IIITs | IIIT Guwahati, Kota, etc. | 25,000 - 45,000 | 128-190 marks |
| GFTIs | BIT Mesra, IIEST Shibpur, etc. | 18,000 - 80,000+ | 120-190 marks (min 100 marks) |
JEE Main CSE Previous Years’ Cutoff for ST for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
You can go through the tables below to check the JEE Main CSE cutoff for ST for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs for previous years.
| JEE Main Year | Previous Years’ Cutoff |
| JEE Main 2025 | Check Cutoff Here |
| JEE Main 2024 | Check Cutoff Here |
FAQS
Ques. What percentile is necessary for the ST category in JEE Main for IITs?
Ans. In case of the ST category, a percentile of 65 to 75 should be good enough in JEE Main to be eligible for JEE Advanced, although clearing JEE Advanced is what matters in final admission in IITs, along with category rank, which should be very good for admission in branches like CSE.
Ques. What rank is needed for CSE in NITs for ST category?
Ans. For premier NITs like Trichy, Surathkal, and Warangal, a candidate needs to have an ST category rank of 3000-6000 approximately for CSE. Other mid-level NITs might accept ranks as high as 8000-12000, whereas lower-tier NITs may be even more lenient with ranks, depending on seat availability and demand.
Ques. Can I get IIIT CSE with ST category?
Ans. Absolutely, you can get the IIIT CSE branch with the ST category. Top IIITs may require a rank within the 5,000 to 8,000 range, whereas the newer or lower-ranked IIITs may go up to 10,000 to 12,000 or even higher. Cutoffs mainly depend on the reputation of the institute and the demand for the branch.
Ques. Is it easier for the ST category to get CSE?
Ans. The cutoffs for the ST category are generally lower than the cutoffs for the General category, which ultimately leads to better chances of getting a seat in the college. Yet, CSE (Computer Science and Engineering) is still one of the branches with the highest level of competition. Therefore, even ST category candidates have to be among the top-rankers in order to get a seat in the best NITs or IIITs.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.