Exam Cutoff Analysis

Understand past trends to set realistic targets for your exams.

Why is Cutoff Analysis Important?

Analyzing previous years' cutoffs gives you a clear idea of the minimum score required to qualify for various institutes and courses. This helps in setting a realistic target score and structuring your preparation accordingly. It also helps you understand the level of competition and the difficulty of the exam over the years.

Factors Affecting Cutoffs

Several factors influence the cutoff for an exam each year. These include:

  • The total number of candidates appearing for the exam.
  • The difficulty level of the question paper.
  • The total number of seats available in the participating institutes.
  • The reservation policies for different categories (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD).
  • The performance of candidates in the exam.

JEE Main Cutoff Trends (Qualifying for JEE Advanced)

The cutoff for JEE Main is released by the NTA along with the results. Below is a table showing the trend for the General category over the last few years.

YearGeneral Cutoff (Percentile)
202493.23
202390.77
202288.41
202187.89

NEET Cutoff Trends

The NEET cutoff is the minimum score required to qualify for medical and dental colleges across India. The trend for the General category is as follows:

YearGeneral Cutoff (Marks Range)General Cutoff (Percentile)
2024720-16450th
2023720-13750th
2022715-11750th
2021720-13850th

*Disclaimer: The cutoff data is for informational purposes only and is based on past trends. Actual cutoffs for future exams may vary.*