It varies annually and is influenced by factors such as exam difficulty, number of candidates, and seat availability. (Image: AI Generated)
The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, has concluded the JEE Advanced 2026 exam for both papers on May 17. The Institute has also issued the question papers on the official website. While Paper 1 was conducted in the morning shift from 9 am to 12 noon, Paper 2 took place in the afternoon between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm. For more information on JEE Advanced 2026, results, and toppers, the aspirants can check IE Education.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Analysis
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Allen’s figures show the minimum overall mark percentages, indicating the baseline scores students must achieve to qualify, while PhysicsWallah’s percentile-based predictions reflect the relative performance required among test-takers.
Category
Allen – Minimum Overall Marks %
Physics Wallah Qualifying Percentile
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General
20.60%
93.2 – 94.1
90–100 marks overall; ~9 marks per subject
GEN-EWS
18.50%
81 – 82
80–90 marks overall; ~8 marks per subject
OBC-NCL
18.50%
79 – 80
80–90 marks overall; ~8 marks per subject
SC
10.30%
60 – 62
45–55 marks overall; ~6 marks per subject
ST
10.30%
47 – 49
45–55 marks overall; ~6 marks per subject
PwD
10.30%
0.001 – 1
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For the General category, Allen’s 20.6 per cent minimum contrasts sharply with PW’s 93–94 percentile range, underscoring how competitive the exam remains for top ranks. The GEN-EWS and OBC-NCL categories show moderate relaxation, with Allen pegging both at 18.5 per cent and PW expecting percentiles around 79–82.
In the SC and ST categories, Allen’s uniform 10.3 per cent, while PW’s higher percentile ranges (60–62 for SC and 47–49 for ST) suggest improved performance trends among these groups. The PwD category stands out with Allen’s 10.3% versus PW’s near-zero percentile.
The JEE Advanced cut-off represents the minimum score candidates must achieve to be included in the overall rank list and qualify for admission to undergraduate programmes at IITs. It varies annually and is influenced by factors such as exam difficulty, number of candidates, and seat availability.
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The cut‑off is announced after results are declared, with each IIT determining its own course‑specific thresholds during JoSAA counselling. Admission benchmarks are displayed as opening and closing ranks, along with subject‑wise (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and aggregate percentage requirements that candidates must meet to secure a seat.
