What is the tie-breaking rule used in JEE Main when two candidates score the same percentile?
Rules used to resolve ranking ties when candidates obtain identical percentile scores.
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When two or more candidates obtain the same NTA percentile score in JEE Main, the National Testing Agency applies a specific tie-breaking policy to determine the All India Rank (AIR). First, the candidate with the higher percentile score in Mathematics is ranked higher. If the tie still persists, the candidate with the higher percentile in Physics is given the higher rank. If the tie remains unresolved, the candidate with the higher percentile in Chemistry is considered. If all subject percentiles are identical, the candidate with a lower proportion of negative responses in the exam is given preference. If the tie still remains after these criteria, the candidate who is older in age may be ranked higher, and finally the application number may be used as the last tie-breaking factor.