Master the JEE
Your comprehensive guide to Joint Entrance Examination success
JEE Main Overview
Gateway to prestigious engineering institutions
JEE Main Details
Conducted By
Exam Frequency
JEE Main Purpose
Admission to
NITs, IIITs, GFTIs across India
Qualifying Exam
For JEE Advanced (IIT admission)
Syllabus
Based on Std. XI and XII NCERT
JEE Main Pattern
JEE Advanced
Gateway to prestigious IITs
JEE Advanced
Years History
Started in 1961
Papers
3 hours each
Zonal IITs
Rotating organization
Eligibility
Main Qualifier
Top 2,50,000 candidates
Categories
GEN, OBC, SC, ST, EWS
Reservation
5% horizontal reservation
JEE Main Question Paper Pattern
Master the exam structure and scoring system
JEE Main Question Paper Pattern
Official guidelines from National Testing Agency
As per National Testing Agency (NTA), the Joint Entrance Examination - JEE-Main is a crucial entrance exam organized for students aspiring to pursue engineering. It serves as a gateway to prestigious institutions like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, and is also the qualifying exam for JEE-Advanced, which leads to IITs.
JEE Main Question Paper Pattern
Detailed examination structure and marking scheme
| PAPER | SUBJECT | TYPE OF QUESTIONS (MCQ) | MARKS PER QUESTION | TOTAL MARKS | DURATION IN HRS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ | NUMERICAL VALUE | |||||
| JEE (MAIN) Paper - I | Physics | 20 | 10* | 4 | 100 | 3 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 10* | 4 | 100 | ||
| Maths | 20 | 10* | 4 | 100 | ||
| Total | 60 | 30 | 300 | |||
Note: Each subject (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) will have two sections: Section A (MCQs) and Section B (Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value). In Section B, candidates are required to attempt any 05 (five) questions out of the 10 provided. There will be negative marking for both Section A and Section B.
JEE Main Marking Scheme
Understanding how marks are awarded
| JEE (MAIN) Marking Scheme | |
|---|---|
| 1. Marking Scheme for MCQs: | |
| • Correct | Four mark (+4) |
| • Incorrect | Minus one mark (-1) |
| • Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) |
| 2. Marking Scheme for questions for which answer is numerical value: | |
| • Correct | Four mark (+4) |
| • Incorrect | Minus one mark (-1) |
| • Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) |
Detailed Syllabus
Comprehensive coverage of all topics
Physics
Mechanics
- Kinematics
- Dynamics
- Work & Energy
- Circular Motion
Electromagnetism
- Electric Field
- Magnetic Field
- Electromagnetic Induction
- AC Circuits
Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
- Thermodynamics
- Chemical Kinetics
- Solutions
- Electrochemistry
Organic Chemistry
- Hydrocarbons
- Alcohols & Ethers
- Carbonyl Compounds
- Amines
Mathematics
Algebra
- Matrices
- Determinants
- Complex Numbers
- Sequences & Series
Calculus
- Differentiation
- Integration
- Applications
- Differential Equations
JEE Advanced Examination Details
Everything you need to know about JEE Advanced
| JEE (ADVANCED) Examination Details | |
|---|---|
| Date of Examination | Last week of May |
| Duration of Examination | 6 hours |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Language of Paper | English and Hindi |
| Type of Questions | Objective type of paper including MCQs (One or more options correct), Single Digit, Integer, Numerical Value, Matching List Sets |
| Syllabus | Class XI and Class XII of NCERT (PCM) |
| Marks Scheme | Paper I - 180 Marks (PCM) Paper II - 180 Marks (PCM) As per 2024 Examination |
Note: Examination dates and Pattern are Subject to change as per (JAB) Joint Admission Board Notification.
JEE Main Examination Details
Everything you need to know about JEE Main
Exam Date
2nd week of January & 1st week of April
Duration
3 Hours (180 minutes)
Mode
Online
Total Marks
300 Marks
Marking
+4 for correct, -1 for wrong
Language
English, Hindi + 12 Regional languages
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