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The NTA will release the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria for JEE Main aspirants on its official website, maintaining consistency for both January and April sessions.
As per the previous year JEE Main Eligibility Criteria, there will be no age limit to appear for the exam, allowing students of any age to apply, provided they passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or are appearing in 2026.
Candidates are allowed up to 6 attempts, two sessions per year over 3 consecutive years from their year of passing Class 12.
To appear for the exam, no minimum percentage is required, but for admission into NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, the Gen/OBC/EWS candidates must secure at least 75% marks or be in the top 20 percentile, and the SC/ST/PwD category candidates are required to secure 65% or top 20 percentile.
Recent trends in data indicate that 17% of the top scorers in the year 2023 were above 20 years of age, and increased numbers of NIOS-based and older candidates have resulted in achieving higher ranks.
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| Key Summary In this Article, we have discussed the JEE Main eligibility criteria of General / OBC‑NCL / EWS, SC / ST / PwD, Foreign Nationals, Droppers, Diploma holders, and NIOS. You will also get to know the minimum marks, age limit, and number of attempts. Age Limit: As per the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria, this is no upper or lower age limit, so that all candidates, whether droppers, gap-year students, or repeaters, are included. Minimum % to Appear: The candidate should have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or should be appearing in 2026, irrespective of the board—CBSE, ICSE, boards of the states, or open school systems such as NIOS. JEE Main 2026 Number of Attempts: Students can take the test a maximum of 6 times (two times a year over three consecutive years) with no minimum percentage necessary to appear in JEE Main 2026. Minimum % for NITs/IIITs: General / OBC‑NCL / EWS candidates should have at least 75% marks or top 20 percentile, and SC/ST/PwD candidates should have 65% or top 20 percentile in the respective board exams. JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria for foreign nationals: Eligibility is extended to foreign nationals, NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs, who come through the DASA scheme. In 2024, DASA handled approximately 8,000 UG seats, of which 2,600 were CIWG quota seats, with a fill rate of 92%. Overseas candidates generally require a 75% total in PCM or 7.5 CGPA in Class 12. JEE Main 2026 reservation Policy: The vertical quota is applicable: 27% OBC-NCL, 15% SC, 7.5% ST, and 10% GEN-EWS, with a 5% horizontal reservation for PwD in all categories. In 2025, GEN-EWS and OBC-NCL candidates together held more than 35% of the reserved seats in NITs/IIITs. |
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- JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
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- Minimum Marks Required in Class 12 for JEE Main 2026
- How Many Attempts Are Allowed for JEE Main 2026?
- JEE Main Age Limit 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Reservation Criteria
- JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria for Droppers
- JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria for Second-Attempt Candidates
- Eligibility Criteria for Foreign Nationals in JEE Main 2026
- JEE Main Eligibility for Students from Open School or NIOS
- What is the qualification for NIOS?
- JEE Main 2026 Eligibility for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs Admissions
- State Code of Eligibility for JEE Main 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
As per the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria, the exam will have no minimum marks or age requirement for the exam. The applicants should have passed or be appearing for Class 12 during 2024, 2025, or 2026, and the compulsory subjects would be according to the selected course (PCM for B.Arch, Math for B.Planning, and Physics + Math + one elective for B.Tech). But for the admission at NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, students have to achieve 75% marks (Gen/OBC/EWS) or top 20 percentile in their board exams; for SC/ST, 65% or top 20 percentile is required.
Aspirants can take the exam 6 times within 3 years (twice a year), and candidates belonging to all known boards, like NIOS, are also eligible. Holders of the diploma can sit for JEE Main but cannot be given admission in NIT/IIIT.
The State Code of Eligibility is based on the Class 12 board, not on domicile.
| JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | No age limit to appear for JEE Main 2026 |
| Year of Qualifying Exam | Must have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026 |
| Subjects Required | For B.E./B.Tech: Physics, Math + 1 of Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Tech-Voc For B.Arch: Physics, Chemistry, Math - For B.Planning: Math only |
| Minimum % to Appear | No minimum % required to appear for the exam |
| Minimum % for NITs/IIITs | Gen/OBC/EWS: 75% marks or Top 20 percentile SC/ST: 65% marks or Top 20 percentile |
| Number of Attempts Allowed | 6 attempts (2 each year for 3 consecutive years) |
| Eligible Boards | All recognized boards including NIOS/Open Schools |
| Diploma Holders Eligibility | Eligible for JEE Main (but not for NITs/IIITs admission) |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, Foreign nationals |
| State Code of Eligibility | Based on Class 12 board, not domicile or place of birth |
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria Category-wise
The Category-wise JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria vary across the different categories, especially in the academic qualification.
- As per the JEE Main eligibility criteria 2026, for obc candidates require no minimum marks to be eligible, but they should have at least 75% in their class 12 ot top 20 percentile with the required subjects like, PCM + 1 (for B.Tech); PCM (B.Arch); Math (B.Plan) to take admission in NIT/IIIT/CFTI
- To take admission in NIT/IIIT/CFTI, JEE Main eligibility marks in 12th for general category is that the candidates are required to score ≥ 75% or top‑20 percentile with subjects of PCM + 1 (for B.Tech); PCM (B.Arch); Math (B.Plan)
- The JEE Main eligibility marks in 12th for SC candidates for admission to NIT/IIIT/CFTI are ≥ 65% or top‑20 percentile with PCM + 1 (for B.Tech); PCM (B.Arch); Math (B.Plan)
| Category | Appear in JEE Main? | Class 12 % for NIT/IIIT/CFTI Admission | Subject Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC‑NCL / EWS | No Min Marks | ≥ 75% or top‑20 percentile | PCM + 1 (for B.Tech); PCM (B.Arch); Math (B.Plan) |
| SC / ST / PwD | No Min Marks | ≥ 65% or top‑20 percentile | PCM + 1 (for B.Tech); PCM (B.Arch); Math (B.Plan) |
Minimum Marks Required in Class 12 for JEE Main 2026
In JEE Main Eligibility criteria, there is no minimum percentage required to appear in either session (January or April) of JEE‑Main 2026.
You simply need to have passed (or be appearing in) Class 12 in 2024, 2025 or 2026, with PCM (and/or other required subjects per paper)
| Category | Minimum Required (Class 12) | Alternative Option |
|---|---|---|
| Appear for JEE‑Main | Any passing marks (no cutoff) | — |
| Gen/OBC/EWS | ≥ 75% overall in PCM-scoreboard subjects | Top‑20 percentile of board |
| SC/ST/PwD | ≥ 65% overall | Top‑20 percentile of board |
How Many Attempts Are Allowed for JEE Main 2026?
As per the NTA, the candidates are allowed 6 attempts for JEE Main 2026.
maximum attempts = 3 years × 2 sessions = 6 attempts
- A candidate can appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.
- Since JEE Main is conducted in two sessions per year (January & April), a candidate can appear up to six times in total.
Eligibility Based on Class 12 Passing Year
| Year of Class 12 Passing | Eligible Years for JEE Main |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024, 2025, 2026 |
| 2025 | 2025, 2026, 2027 |
| 2026 (Appearing) | 2026, 2027, 2028 |
JEE Main Age Limit 2026
According to the JEE Main 2026 Eligibility criteria, there will be no age restriction, and all applicants, including repeaters, gap-year students, etc., can apply, provided they cleared Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or are appearing in 2026.
Students who cleared in 2023 or before cannot apply. Diploma holders can appear for the exam but are ineligible for admission to NITs/IIITs through JEE.
This policy has resulted in an 11% increase in applicants aged 21–25 from 2020 to 2023, and 17% of top performers in 2023 being over the age of 20, showing older candidates are still in the running.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit to Appear | No upper or lower age limit as per NTA guidelines |
| Eligibility Based on Class 12 Year | Passed in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026 only |
| Not Eligible | Passed Class 12 in 2023 or earlier |
| Applicable To | All candidates (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD) |
| Diploma Holders | Eligible to appear, but not eligible for admission to NITs/IIITs via JEE |
| Why No Age Limit? | To ensure equal opportunity and inclusivity for repeaters and non-traditional students |
| Impact on Candidate Pool | ~11% rise in candidates aged 21–25 between 2020–2023 |
| Top Scorer Trends (2023) | 17% of 99.5+ percentile scorers were aged above 20 |
JEE Main 2026 Reservation Criteria
The JEE Main 2026 reservation policy will have Vertical and horizontal reservations. The Vertical reservations are different for each group and are not transferable to other categories: for OBC-NCL candidates of 27%, 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, and 10% for GEN-EWS.
The horizontal reservation means, equal opportunity provided to other categories of beneficiaries like women, veterans, the transgender community, and individuals with disabilities, with a 5% horizontal reservation for PwD in all categories. The General category candidates will have no vertical reservation except the 5% PwD sub-quota.
The distribution among the top 2.5 lakh scorers shows that 40.5% of the General category, 27% of the OBC-NCL category, 15% of the SC category, and 7.5% of the ST category received admission, reflecting a balanced and representative selection process.
| Category | Vertical Reservation | Includes PwD Reservation | Approx. Share in Top‑2.5 Lakh |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | – | 5% horizontal | 40.5% |
| GEN‑EWS | 10% | 5% horizontal | 10% |
| OBC‑NCL | 27% | 5% horizontal | 27% |
| SC | 15% | 5% horizontal | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% | 5% horizontal | 7.5% |
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria for Droppers
As per the NTA, the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria provide droppers with 6 attempts within three years, giving them enough time to plan their attempts.
No board marks are compulsory to show up, 75% (or top 20 percentile) is necessary for Gen/OBC/EWS, and 65% for SC/ST/PwD for entry. NIOS and diploma students are also considered if they have specific subject requirements.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | No upper or lower age limit – droppers of any age can appear. |
| Year of Class 12 Passing | Must have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026. Pre-2024 batches are ineligible. |
| Number of Attempts | Allowed for three consecutive years post Class 12 passing (up to 6 total attempts). Ideal for droppers preparing again. |
| Educational Qualifications | Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with at least five subjects, including Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. |
| Minimum Marks to Appear | No minimum Class 12 marks required to appear for the exam. |
| Minimum Marks for Admission | For admission to NITs/IIITs/GFTIs: Gen/OBC/EWS – 75% or top 20 percentile; SC/ST – 65% or top 20 percentile. |
| Open Boards/NIOS Eligibility | Candidates from recognized boards, including NIOS, are included. |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs & foreign nationals are all eligible. |
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As per the JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria, the repeaters have a clear timeline. if Class 12 was in 2024, eligible sessions are Jan & Apr 2024, 2025, and 2026. That’s six attempts in total, rest all the eligibility criteria is the same as the a regular candidate.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | No upper or lower age restriction – repeaters of any age can appear |
| Class 12 Qualifying Year | Must have passed in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026 to be eligible for JEE Main 2026 |
| Allowed Attempts | Up to three consecutive years, with two sessions per year → max 6 attempts |
| Subject Requirements | Must have studied at least five subjects including Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics in Class 12 |
| Minimum Marks | No minimum board marks to appear; for admission to NITs/IIITs/GFTIs: Gen/OBC/EWS – 75% or top 20 percentile, SC/ST – 65% |
| Board Eligibility | All recognized boards accepted (including NIOS/Open & Diploma equivalence) |
| Nationality Status | Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals are eligible |
Eligibility Criteria for Foreign Nationals in JEE Main 2026
The candidates who are foreign nationals—including Non‑Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs)—can take the JEE Main 2026 exactly like Indian students, but their admission and fee will be through the Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) scheme.
Who counts as a foreign national for JEE Main?
- Foreign National: The candidate who has a non‑Indian passport and has completed (or is completing) 10 + 2 abroad or in India under a foreign curriculum
- NRI / OCI / PIO: Candidates with the Indian passport, living abroad ≥ 5 yrs (NRI) or overseas citizen card holder; treated as “international” for seats & fees.
- Children of Indian Workers in Gulf (CIWG)- Those candidates who are NRIs and whose parents work in eight specified Gulf nations enjoy a separate sub‑quota inside DASA.
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JEE Main for International Applicants: Eligibility, Registration, Exam Center, DASA Admission“In 2024, the DASA portal logged applicants from 64 countries, with the largest pools coming from the Gulf, Nepal, and the US.”
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria for Foreign Nationals
For JEE Main 2026, foreign nationals from over 64 countries are eligible, with most applicants from the Gulf, Nepal, and the USA. In 2024, 12% were aged 21+, and Chemistry was the most common third subject (chosen by 78%). Due to rising demand, NTA expanded exam centers, seeing a 10% rise in foreign test-takers.
Exam fees for international centers remain 30% higher than Indian ones. Admissions through DASA (for foreign/NRIs) managed ~8,000 UG seats in 2024, up from 7,200 in 2023, with a 92% fill rate, including ~2,600 CIWG seats.
SAARC applicants rose 28% after a 2024 fee concession, aligning their fees with Indian applicants. Required documents are submitted digitally via the DASA portal.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Who is Eligible? | Foreign Nationals, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, CIWG candidates |
| Exam Eligibility | No age limit, must have passed 12th in 2024/2025 or appear in 2026 |
| Qualifying Subjects | Physics, Mathematics & one from Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Tech Vocational |
| Exam Centers Abroad | 15 cities including Dubai, Doha, Washington DC, Muscat, Riyadh |
| Application Fee | ₹5,000 (Male) / ₹4,000 (Female) for overseas center |
| Admission Route | Through DASA 2026 scheme (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) |
| Academic Requirement (DASA) | Minimum 75% aggregate or 7.5 CGPA in PCM (Class 12 or equivalent) |
| Date of Birth Cut-off (DASA) | Born on or after 1 October 2001 |
| Seat Allocation (DASA) | 15% supernumerary seats in NITs, IIITs, SPAs; 1/3rd reserved for CIWG |
| Tuition Fee (Non-SAARC) | US$ 4,000 per semester + US$ 300 registration = US$ 4,300 upfront |
| Tuition Fee (SAARC Nations) | US$ 2,000 per semester (50% waiver) + US$ 300 registration = US$ 2,300 upfront |
| CIWG Tuition Fee | ₹62,500/semester + US$ 300 registration |
| Required Documents | Passport, Class 12 marksheet, proof of residency, JEE Main 2026 scorecard |
JEE Main Eligibility for Students from Open School or NIOS
In the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria, the NIOS and open school students are equally eligible for JEE Main, with the same attempt window and eligibility rules as board students. That includes the three consecutive years of attempts after Class 12, which is a great boon for gap-year and repeater candidates. NIOS has a very important role in JEE preparation. With more and more students, especially in Karnataka, candidates choose this because of its flexibility.
For NIT and IIIT B.E./B. Tech admissions, open-school candidates are eligible, as long as they satisfy subject and percentile requirements.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Board Accepted | NIOS or any open‑school board recognized as equivalent to Class 12 |
| Qualifying Year | Must have passed or be appearing in 2024, 2025, or 2026 |
| Subject Requirements | Five subjects including Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics |
| Age Limit | No upper or lower age limit—regardless of non‑traditional board choice |
| Attempts Allowed | Up to 6 attempts over three consecutive years after passing (covering Jan & Apr sessions) |
| Minimum Marks to Appear | No minimum board marks required for exam appearance |
| Marks Required for Admission | 75% aggregate or Top‑20 percentile for Gen/OBC/EWS; 65% for SC/ST (in PCM) |
| State Code Eligibility | Based on the NIOS study centre location, not birthplace/residence |
| Redemption via NIOS after other board | If they reappear in NIOS with PCM, year-of‑passing resets for eligibility |
| Motivations for Open‑School Route | Flexibility in schedule and exam timing appeals to repeaters |
What is the qualification for NIOS?
- NIOS is a fully recognized board by the Ministry of Education, equivalent to CBSE/ICSE/state boards.
- JEE Main allows NIOS students who’ve passed their Class 12 (senior secondary) exams in 2024–2026, with PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Math) as compulsory subjects.
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs Admissions
The State Code of JEE Main 2026 Eligibility for JEE Main 2026 refers to the state or union territory where you passed Class 12 (or your first attempt, if you later appeared for improvement). It is not based on your permanent address, birthplace, or current residence. For NIOS/open school students, the code depends on the location of their study center. Indian nationals who studied in Nepal or Bhutan should use the state mentioned in their Indian passport. Students who completed Class 12 abroad (OCI/PIO/NRI) are eligible under the Other-State or All-India quota, but not the Home-State quota. This code plays a key role in seat allocation for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, but is not applicable for IIT admissions.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passing Year | 2024‑2026 |
| Age Limit | No limit |
| Attempts | 6 max (3 yrs × 2/yr) |
| Minimum Percentage (for admission) | 75% in Class 12 (65% SC/ST) or top 20 percentile |
| Compulsory Subjects | As per course requirements |
| Qualifying Cutoff (for JEE‑Adv) | Gen ~93%; EWS ~80%; OBC ~79%; SC ~61%; ST ~48% |
JEE Main Qualifying Percentiles (to be eligible for JEE Advanced)
Top NITs (e.g., CSE branch): typically require 95+ percentile (~top 2,000–5,000 ranks).
IIITs: For Gen category, around 91+ percentile; reserved categories have lower cutoffs.
- General (UR): 93.10
- EWS: 80.38
- OBC‑NCL: 79.43
- SC: 61.15
- ST: 47.90
JEE Main 2026 Seat Matrix
- NITs: ~1,000 seats each (e.g., Thiruchirappalli ~1,039; Warangal ~1,100; Surathkal ~1,042).
- IIITs: IIIT Allahabad ~525–550 seats; Gwalior ~290–305; Jabalpur ~410–430.
- GFTIs: Assam University ~95–100; BIT Mesra ~700–720; IIEST Shibpur ~620–640.
State Code of Eligibility for JEE Main 2026
The State Code of Eligibility for JEE Main 2026 refers to the state or union territory where you passed Class 12 (or your first attempt, if you later appeared for improvement). It is not based on your permanent address, birthplace, or current residence.
For NIOS/open school students, the code depends on the location of their study center. Indian nationals who studied in Nepal or Bhutan should use the state mentioned in their Indian passport.
Students who completed Class 12 abroad (OCI/PIO/NRI) are eligible under the Other-State or All-India quota, but not the Home-State quota. This code plays a key role in seat allocation for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, but is not applicable for IIT admissions.
| State / UT | Code |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | AP |
| Arunachal Pradesh | AL |
| Assam | AM |
| Bihar | BR |
| Chhattisgarh | CG |
| Delhi / New Delhi | DL |
| Goa | GO |
| Gujarat | GJ |
| Haryana | HR |
| Himachal Pradesh | HP |
| Jammu & Kashmir | JK |
| Jharkhand | JH |
| Karnataka | KK |
| Kerala | KL |
| Madhya Pradesh | MP |
| Maharashtra | MR |
| Manipur | MN |
| Meghalaya | MG |
| Mizoram | MZ |
| Nagaland | NL |
| Odisha | OR |
| Punjab | PB |
| Rajasthan | RJ |
| Sikkim | SM |
| Tamil Nadu | TN |
| Telangana | TL |
| Tripura | TA |
| Uttar Pradesh | UP |
| Uttarakhand | UK |
| West Bengal | WB |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands (UT) | AN |
| Chandigarh (UT) | CH |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli (UT) | DN |
| Daman & Diu (UT) | DD |
| Lakshadweep (UT) | LD |
| Puducherry (UT) | PO |
| Foreign / OCI / PIO / Nepal / Bhutan | – |
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs
Ques. Do I need a valid category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS)?
Ans.Yes to claim the reservation in JEE Main 2026 the candidates need a valid category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS):
OBC‑NCL & EWS Certificates
- Must be issued on or after April 1, 2025 – earlier certificates will not be accepted during counseling/admission
- During registration, candidates enter certificate number, issue date, and issuing authority; upload document later during counseling.
SC & ST Certificates
- The candidates should follow the central government format, specifying community details, issuance authority, and jurisdiction.
- It will be necessary for verification at counseling stage.
PwD (Persons with Disability) Certificate
- Must indicate a benchmark disability of ≥ 40% to qualify for the 5% horizontal PwD reservation across all categories.
- Certificates indicating < 40% disability may allow accommodations (like scribe, extra time), but won’t grant PwD reservation.
In 2025, there were approximately 300,000 applicants in the OBC‑NCL category (~18%), 250,000 (~15%) of SC applicants, and 100,000 (~6%) of ST applicants, which shows the huge scale of verification to be done
GEN‑EWS + OBC‑NCL students constituted more than 35% of NITs/IIITs reserved admissions in 2025, reflecting high competition and high demand for EWS/OBC‑NCL valid documentation.
Ques. Are diploma holders eligible for JEE Main 2026?
Ans. Yes, Diploma holders are eligible for the JEE Main 2026. Candidates who have completed a 3-year AICTE-recognized diploma can register and take JEE Main 2026.
Passing JEE Main does not qualify diploma holders for admission to NITs, IIITs, or other centrally funded institutes via JEE Main intake.
“However, the candidates can use the JEE Main marks to take admission into IITs through JEE Advanced.”
To take the JEE Advanced, diploma holders must rank have the in top 250,000 in JEE Main. In 2025 there were approximately 1.5 million candidates, only ~17% could get admission with a high-performance.
Ques. What is State Code of Eligibility? How is it determined?
Ans. State Code of Eligibility shows the state or union territory a candidate belongs to who has passed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination, and it determines home-state quota eligibility for admissions in NITs, IIITs, and other CFTIs—it does not rely on the present residence of the candidate or the place where he/she was born
- Original Passing State: If you originally passed Class 12 in one state and improved from another, the code shows the state you initially passed in, not the state you improved from.
- NIOS/Open Schools: For candidates from open boards (e.g., NIOS), the code is determined by where you studied through the NIOS study centre, not where you live
- Foreign Board Candidates (Nepal/Bhutan): For Indian nationals who cleared Class 12 from Nepal or Bhutan, the state code is taken from your permanent Indian address in your passport
- Foreign/OCI/PIO/NRI Candidates: Foreign (or OCI/PIO/NRI) nationality candidates who learned in India are given their state code according to the location of their board.
It impacts your Home State quota for NIT admission.
For example: If you appeared for 12th from Gujarat, you'll be eligible for Home-State quota in NIT Surat.
Ques. What is the minimum percentage required in Class 12 for admission to NITs and IIITs through JEE Main 2026?
Ans. The minimum percentage required in class 12 for admission into NITs and IIITs through JEE Main 2026 varies from different categories.
General, OBC-NCL & EWS categories:
- Must secure at least 75% aggregate in Class 12 or
- Be in the top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their respective board exams.
SC/ST categories:
- Have a relaxed requirement of 65% aggregate in Class 12 or
- Be in the top 20 percentile at their board
“This 75%/65% rule is not required to appear for JEE Main but is mandatory at the time of counseling/allotment for admission into NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.”
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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