IIT Roorkee Maintains 75% Class 12 Marks Requirement for Admissions Amid Controversy
JoSAA Counselling: IIT Roorkee Rules Out Any Relaxation In 75% Class 12 Marks Criterion For IIT, NIT Admissions

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IIT Roorkee has confirmed that it will not relax the 75% Class 12 marks criterion for admissions to IITs and NITs, despite demands from students and parents following the JEE Advanced 2026 results. The institute emphasizes adherence to established guidelines and the inclusion of students from various education boards.
- 01IIT Roorkee will not relax the 75% Class 12 marks requirement for IIT and NIT admissions this year.
- 02The decision comes after concerns were raised about students scoring lower than expected in their Class 12 exams.
- 03Candidates must also clear JEE Main or JEE Advanced to qualify for admission, alongside meeting the marks criterion.
- 04Reserved category students are exempt from the 75% requirement, but it remains mandatory for general category candidates.
- 05IIT Roorkee is in contact with CBSE to assist students facing issues related to re-evaluation.
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In light of the recent JEE Advanced 2026 results, IIT Roorkee has firmly stated that it will not relax the 75% Class 12 marks requirement for admissions to IITs and NITs. This decision comes amidst growing concerns from students and parents regarding lower-than-expected scores in Class 12 exams and ongoing CBSE re-evaluations. IIT Roorkee clarified that the admissions process must remain consistent for all candidates from various education boards, as altering the criteria mid-process would be inappropriate. The institute highlighted that the eligibility criterion was established and communicated in December, thus cannot be modified at this stage. Furthermore, while reserved category students are exempt from this requirement, general category candidates must meet the marks threshold. IIT Roorkee also noted that many students were denied admission last year due to not meeting the minimum marks requirement, reinforcing the need for uniform application of the rules. The institute is actively engaging with CBSE to support students facing challenges related to their scores.
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The strict adherence to the 75% marks criterion may affect many students' admission prospects, particularly those who performed poorly in their Class 12 exams.
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