What is JEE Advanced Cutoff 2027?
The term JEE Advanced cutoff 2027 refers to two distinct thresholds: (1) the qualifying cutoff — minimum marks in each subject and in aggregate required for a candidate to be included in the Common Rank List (CRL), and (2) the IIT admission cutoff — the opening and closing AIR ranks at which seats in specific IIT programs are allotted through JoSAA counselling.
Unlike JEE Main, JEE Advanced uses raw marks (not percentile) for qualifying. The total marks depend on the paper design for that year. Use our JEE Advanced College Predictor to estimate your IIT admission chances.
Key Note: The JEE Advanced qualifying cutoff is set by the organizing IIT (IIT Delhi for 2027). The IIT admission cutoff (AIR) depends on seat availability, candidate choice filling, and round-wise allocations in JoSAA.
JEE Advanced Qualifying Marks for CRL (Rank List)
Official qualifying marks for JEE Advanced 2027 will be announced with the result (expected May 31, 2027). Values below are tentative based on 2026 data. Total marks vary each year based on paper design.
To be included in the JEE Advanced rank list, a candidate must score at least the minimum prescribed marks in each subject (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) as well as in aggregate. Both conditions must be satisfied simultaneously.
| Category | Min. Marks in Each Subject | Min. Aggregate Marks | % of Total (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (CRL) | ~12 marks (10%) | ~63 marks (35%) | 10% each / 35% aggregate |
| GEN-EWS | ~11 marks (9%) | ~57 marks (31.5%) | 9% each / 31.5% aggregate |
| OBC-NCL | ~11 marks (9%) | ~57 marks (31.5%) | 9% each / 31.5% aggregate |
| SC | ~6 marks (5%) | ~32 marks (17.5%) | 5% each / 17.5% aggregate |
| ST | ~6 marks (5%) | ~32 marks (17.5%) | 5% each / 17.5% aggregate |
| PwD | ~6 marks (5%) | ~32 marks (17.5%) | 5% each / 17.5% aggregate |
The actual marks change every year because the total marks in JEE Advanced vary (360 marks is common but not fixed). The percentage criteria remain relatively stable. Always check the official result announcement for the exact qualifying marks.
JEE Advanced Qualifying Marks Trend (2024–2026)
The qualifying marks in absolute terms vary each year based on exam difficulty and total marks. The following table shows General (CRL) category qualifying marks for the last 3 years.
| Year | Total Marks | Gen Min (Each Subj.) | Gen Min (Aggregate) | OBC-NCL Min (Agg.) | SC/ST/PwD Min (Agg.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 360 | 12 | 63 | 57 | 32 |
| 2025 | 360 | 12 | 63 | 57 | 32 |
| 2024 | 360 | 12 | 63 | 57 | 32 |
| 2023 | 360 | 10 | 60 | 54 | 30 |
The percentage criteria for qualifying has remained largely stable at 10%/35% for General. For 2027, expect similar thresholds assuming the exam carries 360 total marks: approximately 12 marks per subject and 63 marks aggregate for General/EWS category.
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IIT Closing AIR Ranks – JoSAA 2026 Round 6 (General Category)
The AIR closing ranks below are from JoSAA 2026 final round (Round 6) for General (Gender-Neutral) seats. SC, ST, and OBC-NCL category seats have much higher closing AIR (lower competition). All IITs participate under a single All India quota with no home state preference.
| IIT | Program | Gen Opening AIR | Gen Closing AIR | OBC-NCL Closing | SC Closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 1 | 65 | 35 | 12 |
| IIT Delhi | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 2 | 88 | 47 | 18 |
| IIT Madras | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 35 | 125 | 68 | 24 |
| IIT Kanpur | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 60 | 178 | 95 | 36 |
| IIT Kharagpur | CS (5-yr M.Tech) | 80 | 230 | 130 | 52 |
| IIT Roorkee | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 150 | 350 | 195 | 78 |
| IIT Hyderabad | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 280 | 600 | 325 | 130 |
| IIT Guwahati | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 350 | 780 | 420 | 168 |
| IIT BHU | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 500 | 950 | 510 | 210 |
| IIT Indore | CS (4-yr B.Tech) | 600 | 1,180 | 640 | 260 |
| IIT Dhanbad | CS & Eng (5-yr) | 900 | 1,800 | 975 | 410 |
These are indicative/approximate values based on JoSAA 2026 data. Actual 2027 closing ranks will depend on the number of qualified candidates, seat matrix, and choice filling. OBC-NCL, SC, and ST category closing AIRs are typically 2–4x higher than General.
IIT ECE & Electrical Closing Ranks 2026 (General)
| IIT | Program | Gen Closing AIR | OBC-NCL Closing | SC Closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | Electrical Engineering | 320 | 175 | 70 |
| IIT Delhi | Electrical (Power & Automation) | 430 | 230 | 92 |
| IIT Madras | Electrical Engineering | 550 | 295 | 118 |
| IIT Kanpur | Electrical Engineering | 680 | 365 | 146 |
| IIT Roorkee | Electronics & Comm. Eng. | 1,100 | 590 | 236 |
| IIT Guwahati | Electronics & Comm. Eng. | 1,850 | 990 | 396 |
ECE and Electrical programs at older IITs (IIT Bombay, Delhi, Madras, Kanpur) are highly competitive with closing ranks typically under 1,000 for General category. Newer IITs may offer the same programs with more accessible rank requirements (AIR 2,000–6,000+).
Factors Affecting JEE Advanced Cutoff 2027
Paper Difficulty & Total Marks
JEE Advanced paper structure changes yearly. When total marks are lower (e.g., 306 vs 360), absolute qualifying marks are also lower. The percentage criteria remain constant though.
Number of Qualifiers
Only ~2.5 lakh JEE Main candidates qualify for JEE Advanced. The actual number who appear is usually 1.5–1.8 lakh, making rank competition very tight at the top end of the rank list.
IIT Seat Matrix
JoSAA closing ranks depend on the number of available seats per category, program, and institute. New IIT programs or seat expansions can shift closing ranks significantly.
JoSAA Choice Filling & Rounds
Candidate choice patterns significantly influence closing ranks each year. Late withdrawals and seat vacancies across rounds can create surprising openings in premium programs.
How to Use JEE Advanced Cutoff to Plan IIT Admission
Strategic Steps
- Check the official result to know your AIR and category rank.
- Compare your AIR with JoSAA 2026 opening and closing ranks for target IITs.
- Shortlist 15–20 IIT program combinations across reach, target, and safe categories.
- Fill JoSAA choices in order of personal preference — rank first, branch second.
- Don't lock a seat prematurely — use slide and float options across rounds.
Important Caveats
- Don't compare your AIR with JEE Main CRL rank — these are completely different rank lists.
- Don't forget Preparatory Course (PC) seats available for SC/ST/PwD at IITs.
- Don't ignore Dual Degree (5-yr) programs — they often have lower closing AIR than B.Tech for the same branch.
- Don't rely only on Round 1 — Round 6 final closing ranks are the most relevant benchmarks.
Pro Tip: IIT closing ranks can shift by ±5–15% between years. Build a conservative list — if you're targeting AIR 500, also shortlist options with closing ranks up to 600. Use our JEE Advanced College Predictor for a data-driven shortlist.
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