IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff Released for All Subjects, Check Qualifying Marks as the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has published the qualifying scores. Candidates who appeared for the Joint Admission Test for Masters can now check the cutoff marks through the official website.
The cutoff represents the minimum qualifying marks required to be eligible for admission. However, candidates must note that qualifying the cutoff does not guarantee a seat in participating institutes.
IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff Marks Subject Wise for All Categories
The qualifying cutoff marks vary across subjects and categories. Candidates must score equal to or above the cutoff to be eligible for admission. The detailed IIT JAM 2026 cutoff is given below:
|
Subject |
GEN |
OBC (NCL) / EWS |
SC/ST/PwD |
|
Biotechnology |
42.3 |
38.07 |
21.15 |
|
Chemistry |
18.65 |
16.78 |
9.32 |
|
Economics |
40.63 |
36.56 |
20.31 |
|
Geology |
25.98 |
23.38 |
12.99 |
|
Mathematics |
12.65 |
11.38 |
6.32 |
|
Mathematical Statistics |
13.33 |
11.99 |
6.66 |
|
Physics |
12.04 |
10.83 |
6.02 |
Candidates are advised to refer to their respective category cutoff while evaluating their eligibility.
IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff and Admission Criteria Explained
The IIT JAM cutoff is used to shortlist candidates for the admission process. Final selection depends on multiple parameters beyond just qualifying marks. Key points to understand:
- Cutoff is the minimum score required to qualify
- Admission depends on rank, category, and seat availability
- Higher scores improve chances of admission in top IITs
Candidates must aim for a strong rank to secure admission in preferred courses and institutes.
Factors Affecting IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff Marks
The cutoff varies every year based on several academic and competitive factors. These determine the overall difficulty and selection level of the exam. The main factors include:
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Number of candidates appearing
- Total number of seats available
- Overall performance of candidates
- Category-wise reservation policy
These elements collectively influence the final qualifying marks for each subject.
What After Qualifying IIT JAM 2026 Cutoff?
Candidates who meet the qualifying cutoff become eligible for the admission process. The next stage involves registration and participation in counselling. After qualifying, candidates can:
- Apply through the JOAPS portal
- Participate in counselling and seat allotment rounds
- Seek admission in M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-PhD, and other postgraduate programmes
Candidates must complete all admission formalities within the given deadlines to secure their seats.
Previous Year IIT JAM Cutoff Trends for Reference
Candidates can refer to previous year cutoff trends to understand expected score ranges across subjects. This helps in analysing competition levels. The IIT JAM 2025 subject-wise cutoff is given below:
|
Subject |
GEN |
OBC-NCL / EWS |
SC / ST / PwD |
|
Biotechnology (BT) |
44.46 |
40.01 |
22.23 |
|
Chemistry (CY) |
25.38 |
22.84 |
12.69 |
|
Economics (EN) |
24.64 |
22.17 |
12.32 |
|
Mathematics (MA) |
11.22 |
10.09 |
5.61 |
|
Mathematical Statistics (MS) |
23.03 |
20.72 |
11.51 |
|
Geology (GG) |
33.09 |
29.78 |
16.54 |
|
Physics (PH) |
19.63 |
17.66 |
9.81 |
Candidates are advised to regularly check official updates for admission schedules and counselling notifications.
