120 Marks in JEE Mains 2026 Percentile and Expected Rank
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• Updated on 23 Dec, 2025, 2:16 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
Candidates scoring 120 marks in JEE Mains 2026 can expect a percentile in the range of 96.7 to 97.4. This estimation is based on trends observed in previous examination cycles, where similar scores consistently mapped to this percentile range after normalization.
Expected Percentile for 120 Marks in JEE Mains 2026
A score of 120 marks is considered strong and usually places candidates among the top 3–4 percent of test-takers. Percentiles are calculated based on the relative performance of candidates across all sessions of the examination.
- Score: 120 marks
- Expected Percentile: 96.7–97.4
Expected All India Rank for 120 Marks
With a percentile between 96.7 and 97.4, candidates are likely to secure an All India Rank between 30,000 and 40,000. This rank is approximate and may vary depending on the total number of candidates and the difficulty level of the exam.
Key Considerations
- Percentile may vary slightly based on exam difficulty and session normalization.
- This is a qualitative estimate based on previous years’ data.
- Candidates should use this as a planning reference for admission and counselling choices.
Scoring 120 marks positions candidates competitively for admission to many NITs and state engineering colleges, though exact seat eligibility depends on category, home state quota, and cutoff trends.
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