Many Indian students aim for a B.Tech degree in Computer Science Engineering (CSE) from a National Institute of Technology (NIT). It is a very popular course. While securing a seat in top NITs like NIT Trichy or NIT Warangal usually requires a high score in JEE Main, students might be surprised to learn that admission to CSE programs in some NITs is possible with JEE Main scores below 100 marks .
This news article explains the approximate JEE Main marks needed for B.Tech CSE admission at various NITs across India. This information is based on previous years' Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) data. Knowing these score ranges can help students understand their chances and plan their applications better.
JEE Main Marks for NIT CSE Admission
The table below shows the approximate JEE Main marks needed for B.Tech CSE admission at different NITs. This data comes from last year's JoSAA counseling. These marks are for general category students from other states.
| NITs | Marks out of 300 for CSE (Approximate) |
| National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli | 201 - 210 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal | 201 - 210 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Warangal | 191 - 200 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Rourkela | 181 - 190 marks |
| Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad | 171 - 180 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Calicut | 161 - 170 marks |
| Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur | 161 - 170 marks |
| Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Nagpur | 161 - 170 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra | 151 - 160 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Delhi | 151 - 160 marks |
| Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat | 151 - 160 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur | 151 - 160 marks |
| Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal | 141 - 150 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Durgapur | 141 - 150 marks |
| Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar | 141 - 150 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Hamirpur | 131 - 140 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Silchar | 131 - 140 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Raipur | 131 - 140 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Goa | 131 - 140 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Patna | 131 - 140 marks |
| Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur | 121 - 130 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh | 121 - 130 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Uttarakhand | 121 - 130 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Puducherry | 121 - 130 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Agartala | 111 - 120 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Meghalaya | 111 - 120 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Srinagar | 101 - 110 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Sikkim | 101 - 110 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Arunachal Pradesh | 101 - 110 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Manipur | 101 - 110 marks |
| National Institute of Technology, Mizoram | 91 - 100 marks |
| National Institute of Technology Nagaland | 91 - 100 marks |
These marks are for candidates under the open gender-neutral category with other state quotas. Actual cut-offs can change each year based on various factors. These factors include the number of students taking the exam, the difficulty of the exam paper, and the total available seats.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates
Students planning for JEE Main 2026 should note these important dates:
- Session 1 Exams: From January 21 to January 30, 2026 .
- Registration for Session 1 has already closed.
- The National Testing Agency (NTA) will likely release the city intimation slip in the first week of January 2026 . This slip tells you which city your exam will be in.
- Session 2 Exams: From April 2 to April 9, 2026 .
Key Points for JEE Main Aspirants
Here are some key takeaways for students preparing for JEE Main and aiming for NITs:
- You can get into B.Tech CSE in several NITs even if your JEE Main score is below 100 marks .
- For the most sought-after NITs, aim for a JEE Main score of 180 marks or higher.
- Admission cut-offs depend on various factors each year, including exam difficulty and the number of applicants. So, the marks given here are approximate.
- Always refer to the official JoSAA counseling details and NTA announcements for the latest and most accurate information.
- Participating in both JEE Main sessions can give you a better chance to achieve a higher score for admission.
Understanding these score ranges can help students set realistic goals and plan their applications effectively for NITs.
