IIT JAM Cut Off 2026 (Expected), Previous Year JAM Cutoff, and Factors Deciding Cutoff

IIT JAM Cut Off 2026 → IIT JAM is a national level exam for students who want to pursue postgraduate science programs in IITs, IISc and other institutes. IIT JAM cutoff is a crucial factor to decide whether a candidate is eligible for admission in these institutes.

IIT JAM cutoff is the minimum score a candidate needs to qualify for the next round of admission process which includes counseling and seat allocation. It varies for different subjects and categories (General, OBC, SC/ST, PwD) and is dependent on many factors.

After reading this article you will know the IIT JAM cutoff, how it's determined, and what aspirants need to know about it. Additionally, the students can also check the expected cutoff for 2026, and the previous year cutoffs for IIT JAM 2026 exam.

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IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cutoff

The IIT JAM cutoff 2026 shows the subject-wise competitiveness and category-based variation.

• Economics is expected to remain the most competitive as compared to the other subjects, with a general cutoff of 43.5–45.5.
• The Chemistry (26.5–28.0) and Biotechnology (25.5–27.0)also have competitive cutoffs, reflecting their strong demand.
• While Mathematical Statistics is expected to have the lowest IIT JAM cutoff of 9.0–10.0 for GEN, 4.5–5.0 for SC/ST/PwD.
• Similarly, Physics and Mathematics are expected to have the moderate cutoff of 15.5–16.5 and 20.5–21.5, respectively.

Subject Paper	GEN (Expected)	OBC-NCL / EWS (Expected)	SC / ST / PwD (Expected)
Biotechnology	25.5 – 27.0	23.0 – 24.5	13.0 – 14.0
Chemistry	26.5 – 28.0	24.0 – 25.5	13.5 – 14.5
Economics	43.5 – 45.5	39.0 – 41.0	22.0 – 23.5
Geology	22.0 – 23.0	19.5 – 20.5	11.0 – 12.0
Mathematics	20.5 – 21.5	18.5 – 19.5	10.0 – 11.0
Mathematical Statistics	9.0 – 10.0	8.0 – 9.0	4.5 – 5.0
Physics	15.5 – 16.5	13.5 – 14.5	7.5 – 8.5

IIT JAM 2025 Cut Off

Candidates can check out the JAM 2025 cut off from here.

Subject Paper	GEN	OBC-NCL / EWS	SC / ST / PwD
Biotechnology	24.46	22.01	12.23
Chemistry	25.83	23.24	12.91
Economics	42.55	38.29	21.27
Geology	21.06	18.95	10.53
Mathematics	19.9	17.91	9.95
Mathematical Statistics	8.75	7.87	4.37
Physics	14.66	13.19	7.33

IIT JAM Cut Off 2026 Overview

The conducting body will release the IIT JAM Cut Off 2026 on its official website in the last week of March 2026. The IIT JAM 2026 cut off marks will vary for different categories such as General, OBC-NCL/EWS, SC/ST/PwD.

How to Check IIT JAM Cut Off 2026

Candidates can check the cutoff on the official IIT JAM website. Post-exam, the organizing IIT releases both the qualifying cutoff (to clear the exam) and the admission cutoff (for seat allocation in various institutes). To check the IIT JAM 2026 Cut Off, candidates should follow the below mentioned steps:

• Go to the official website of IIT JAM 2026
• Choose the first cut off for IIT JAM 2026 from the options provided.
• Access the JOAPS (JAM Online Application Processing System) portal.
• Download the IIT JAM Cut Off 2026 in PDF format.

IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff Factors

Following are the factors that affect the IIT JAM cutoff every year:

→ Number of Applicants: More applicants means higher cutoff due to more competition.

→ Difficulty Level of the Exam: If the exam is tough in a particular year, the cutoff will be lower to balance the difficulty.

→ Number of Seats Available: The number of seats in the desired course plays a big role. Fewer seats means higher cutoff.

→ Candidate’s Performance: If a large number of candidates score well, the cutoff will rise.

→ Category-Based Reservations: Cutoff for reserved categories like SC/ST, OBC and PwD is generally lower than general category due to reservation policies.

IIT JAM Previous Years' Cutoff

Over the years, IIT JAM cut offs have shown fluctuations based on the factors mentioned above. Candidates in this section can check the IIT JAM Cutoff for previous years' below.

IIT JAM Cut Off 2024

Candidates must meet the minimum cut off marks prescribed for their respective category and subject to qualify for admission. The IIT JAM Cut Off 2024 in various subjects for different categories is given below.

IIT JAM Cut Off 2023

The IIT JAM Cut Off 2023 in various subjects for different categories is given below.

IIT JAM Cut Off 2022

The IIT JAM Cut Offs determine the minimum qualifying marks required for admission to the respective courses. The IIT JAM Cut Off for 2022 in various subjects are given below.

IIT JAM Cut Off 2021

The IIT JAM Cut Off for 2021 in various subjects and categories are given below.

IIT JAM Cut Off 2020

The IIT JAM 2020 Cut Off for various subjects are given below, These cutoffs indicate the minimum scores required for admission.

[Note: For the latest updates on the IIT JAM cutoff, always refer to the official website or announcements from the conducting IIT of that particular year.]

IIT JAM Cutoff 2026 Tips

To get into your dream IIT you should aim to score above the cutoff. Below are some tips to optimize your performance.

• Understand the pattern and type of questions asked in previous years to get an idea of the difficulty level.
• Practice with mocks regularly to manage time and increase accuracy.
• Master the basics and even if the paper is tough you will perform well in the important areas.
• IIT JAM cutoff is a crucial part of the admission process, so knowing it will help in your preparation strategy.
• Keep an eye on the trends, be aware of the factors that influence and set a target score above the cutoff and you will increase your chances of getting into top IITs for your post graduation.