Based on student reactions, the JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 paper was moderately difficult, but it was lengthy, which may slightly impact the overall score vs percentile trend.
- A score of 230-240+ marks may fetch around 99.9 percentile, with ranks likely within the top 2000.
- Scoring 190-210 marks is considered excellent and may result in around 99-99.5 percentile.
- A score of 170-190 marks can still be a safe range for 99 percentile, especially in a lengthy paper.
- Around 190-200 marks may place you within the top 10,000 ranks.
- The expected cutoff for JEE Advanced qualification may be around the 93–95 percentile, which is roughly 110–120 marks for this shift.
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Expected Marks vs Percentile for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April Exam
The marks vs percentile for JEE Main in the April session mainly depend on the difficulty level of the paper in each shift.
- Based on last year's trends, we can expect to score above 236 out of 300, resulting in a score above the 99.9 percentile.
- If you score around 200-230 marks, it can give you the 99-99.5 percentile in the April session.
- 99 percentile usually needs marks between 170 and 200, depending on the shift’s difficulty level.
| Marks Range (out of 300) | Expected JEE Main Percentile | Performance Level in JEE Main |
|---|---|---|
| 236-260+ | 99.9 - 100 | Topper Level |
| 200-230 | 99-99.5 | Excellent |
| 170-200 | 98-99 | Very Good |
| 150-170 | 97-98 | Good |
| 120-140 | 95-96 | Safe Marks for clearing the cutoff for JEE Advanced |
| 90-100 | 90-92 | Average |
Source: Marks vs Percentile for April Session
Ques. What marks do I need for the 99 percentile in JEE Main April Session?
Ans. For the session 2 April exam, 99 percentile typically needs 170-200 marks. In an easier shift, you may need 195-200. Whereas in tougher shifts, 170 marks might be enough for 99 percentile.
Ques. Are the marks vs percentile for JEE Main for April different from the January session?
Ans. The April session often needs slightly higher marks for the same percentile in January. This is mainly due to higher competition in the April session, with a larger number of students giving the exam with more preparation. However, marks vs percentile mainly depend on the shift-wise difficulty level.
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As per the User on r/JEE thread on Reddit, for April session, 180 marks can result in 99 percentile, whereas 160 marks can result in 97 percentile.
JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile vs Rank Predictor for April Session 2
Your percentile decides your rank and your chances of getting NITs and IIITs. Scoring above 260 marks can guarantee you a rank among the top 2000.
99 percentile in JEE Main in the April session can easily get you under the top 10,000 ranks.
| Marks Range (out of 300) | Expected JEE Main Percentile | Expected All India Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 236-260+ | 99.9 - 100 | 1-2000 |
| 200-230 | 99-99.5 | 4000-10,000 |
| 170-200 | 98-99 | 10,000-25,000 |
| 150-170 | 97-98 | 25,000-45,000 |
| 120-140 | 95-96 | 60,000-80,000 |
| 90-100 | 90-92 | 1,30,000 - 1,60,000 |
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Ques. What rank can I expect for the 98 percentile in the JEE Main February session?
Ans. You can expect to be ranked around 25,000-45,000 for a 97-98 percentile in the April session. However, the exact rank depends on the exam's difficulty and the candidate's performance.
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Subject Wise JEE Main 2026 April Session Marks vs Percentile
JEE Main April session typically needs 3-4 marks higher per subject to the same percentile compared to January. This is mainly due to increased competition and preparation for the session.
- With the moderate difficulty Physics paper, we can expect 70-75 marks to result in a 99+ percentile.
- Expect mathematics to remain tough in the JEE Main 2026 April session; 47-48 marks can result in 99 percentile.
- 63-65 in Chemistry is expected to give you a 99+ percentile in the April session.
| Subject | Marks for 99+ Percentile (Expected) | Marks for 95 Percentile (Expected) | Marks for 93 Percentile (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 70-75 | 59-60 | 50-53 |
| Mathematics | 47-48 | 26-28 | 25-26 |
| Chemistry | 63-65 | 48-49 | 40-44 |
Source: Subject-wise Marks vs Percentile for April Session by Vedantu
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Ques. How many marks should I score in Mathematics to score at least the 95 percentile?
Ans. The mathematics paper during the January session was on the tougher side. If we expect the same for the April session, 26-28 marks in Mathematics can give you 95 percentile. Target 40 marks to score above the 95 percentile.
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| 70 Marks in JEE Mains Percentile | 30 Marks in JEE Mains Percentile |
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Collegedunia JEE Main Rank Predictor 2026
Collegedunia JEE Main rank predictor is a free tool to help students predict their JEE Main All India ranking by using their marks. You can also predict your JEE Main percentile for the April session along with ranking.
- Collegedunia’s JEE Main Rank Predictor uses previous year’s data and score distribution among test takers to predict your percentile and ranking accurately.
- All you have to do is enter your JEE Main April session marks in the rank predictor tool.
- Collegedunia’s JEE Main rank predictor also provided the list of colleges available for your rank.
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