JEE Main 2026
Marks vs Percentile
College Predictor
JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile (Expected): Quick Ranges + How to Use College Predictor Smartly
A practical guide for students to estimate where their raw marks might land on the percentile scale (shift-to-shift variation included) and how to shortlist NIT/IIIT/GFTI options using a college predictor.
What “Marks vs Percentile” really means
Your raw marks (out of 300) are the score you calculate from the answer key, while your percentile is a normalized score showing how you performed compared to other candidates in your shift and across shifts. Because shift difficulty varies, the same marks can map to slightly different percentiles across sessions/shifts.
That’s why any “marks vs percentile” table should be used as a directional estimate, not a guarantee.
Fact Box (JEE Main 2026)
| Item | What to know |
|---|---|
| Exam window | Session 1 was held from Jan 21 to Jan 29, 2026. |
| Result status | Result link was activated on Feb 16, 2026 (official website). |
| Scorecard shows | Total percentile/NTA score + subject-wise scores (not an official “marks-to-percentile” mapping). |
Expected Marks vs Percentile (quick reference)
Use these as approximate ranges to sanity-check your score. Final mapping may shift based on overall paper difficulty and normalization.
| Percentile | Expected marks range (directional) |
|---|---|
| 99 | Around 179–185 (commonly used estimate); in shift-wise trends, ~155–171 appears as a broad band across shifts. |
| 95 | Often seen around 110–119; shift-wise band example shows ~101–113 across shifts. |
| 90 | Frequently estimated around 70–80; shift-wise band example shows ~73–85 across shifts. |
Why shift-wise variation happens (normalization)
If a shift is tougher, fewer students score very high marks, so a slightly lower raw score can still translate into a strong percentile.
If a shift is easier, you may need higher marks for the same percentile. That’s why students should use a range—especially near important thresholds like 90/95/99 percentile.
| Percentile (example) | Observed band across shifts (illustrative) |
|---|---|
| 99.9 | ~219–234 marks |
| 99 | ~155–171 marks |
| 95 | ~101–113 marks |
| 90 | ~73–85 marks |
How to use a JEE Main College Predictor (without wasting attempts)
- Keep your overall percentile (and category/state details if applicable) ready.
- Select counselling type (e.g., JoSAA or state counselling) based on your target colleges.
- Enter accurate details: home state, category, gender, PwD status (if any).
- Shortlist in 3 buckets: Dream, Target, Safe colleges.
- Cross-check your shortlist with last-year trends and the official counselling rules.
try (your percentile – 0.2), (your percentile), and (your percentile + 0.2) to see how sensitive your options are.
Timeline: what students should do now
Safety Checklist (avoid common mistakes)
- Trust only official portals for result downloads and counselling updates.
- Don’t pay anyone claiming “guaranteed seat” or “confirmed cutoff leak”.
- Keep a folder: scorecard, ID proof, category certificate (if any), Class 10/12 docs, passport-size photos.
- Use predictors for guidance, but final allotment is decided through official counselling.
FAQ: JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile & college predictor
Is there an official JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile table by NTA?
How many marks are “safe” for 90, 95, and 99 percentile in JEE Main 2026?
How do I use a JEE Main 2026 college predictor correctly?
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