JEE Main Asked on January 3, 2026

Can Class 12 marks affect JEE Main admission?

Impact of board exam marks.
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For admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, candidates must secure at least 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards. JEE Main rank determines seat allocation, but Class 12 marks are used for eligibility verification.
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