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JEE Main & Advanced: the complete guide

JEE Main is the entrance exam for NITs, IIITs and other engineering colleges, and the qualifying test for JEE Advanced, which is the only way into the IITs. Here is how both exams work, who can sit them, what to study and when they happen.

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JEE at a glance

JEE Main conducted by
National Testing Agency (NTA)
JEE Advanced conducted by
One of the IITs, in turn
Mode
Computer-based test
JEE Main sessions
Two a year, usually January and April
JEE Main (B.E./B.Tech)
75 questions · 300 marks · 3 hours
JEE Advanced
Two papers of 3 hours each, both compulsory
Subjects
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

Exam pattern

How the JEE papers are set

JEE Main has a fixed pattern. JEE Advanced changes its pattern a little every year.

JEE Main · Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)

3 hours · computer-based · each subject has 20 multiple-choice and 5 numerical questions

Subject / paperQuestionsMarks
Physics25100
Chemistry25100
Mathematics25100
Total75300

JEE Advanced

Two papers on the same day · 3 hours each · computer-based

Subject / paperQuestionsMarks
Paper 1Physics, Chemistry and MathematicsChanges every year
Paper 2Physics, Chemistry and MathematicsChanges every year

Marking scheme

  • JEE Main: +4 marks for every correct answer
  • JEE Main: −1 mark for every wrong answer; check the current bulletin for the numerical section
  • JEE Advanced: full, partial and negative marks depend on the question type and are printed on the paper
  • No marks added or cut for a question left blank

Eligibility

Who can sit JEE

  • JEE Main: who can apply

    Passed, or appearing in, Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics. There is no age limit.

  • JEE Main: attempts

    You can appear in three consecutive years, starting with the year you sit Class 12, and in both sessions each year. The better score counts.

  • JEE Advanced: who can apply

    Only the top 2,50,000 candidates of JEE Main Paper 1, across all categories, can register.

  • JEE Advanced: attempts

    A maximum of two attempts, in two consecutive years.

  • Class 12 marks for admission

    For IITs, NITs and IIITs you need at least 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC, ST and PwD) or a place in the top 20 percentile of your board.

Syllabus

What you need to study

JEE Main follows the Class 11 and Class 12 syllabus published by NTA. JEE Advanced has its own syllabus, close to this one but asked in more depth.

How the JEE Main marks are split

300 marks

Physics

25
Questions
100
Marks
33%
of the paper

How to study it

Learn each concept, then solve numericals on it the same day. Formulas alone are not enough: most questions test how you apply them.

Class 11

10 topics

  1. Physics and Measurement

  2. Kinematics

  3. Laws of Motion High weightage

  4. Work, Energy and Power High weightage

  5. Rotational Motion High weightage

  6. Gravitation

  7. Properties of Solids and Liquids

  8. Thermodynamics High weightage

  9. Kinetic Theory of Gases

  10. Oscillations and Waves

Class 12

10 topics

  1. Electrostatics High weightage

  2. Current Electricity High weightage

  3. Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

  4. Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

  5. Electromagnetic Waves

  6. Optics High weightage

  7. Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

  8. Atoms and Nuclei High weightage

  9. Electronic Devices

  10. Experimental Skills

Chapters marked “High weightage” have usually carried more questions in past papers. Every chapter can be asked, so leave none out.

Timeline

The JEE year, step by step

The usual order of events. Exact dates are announced by NTA and the organising IIT every year.

  1. JEE Main application

    Usually November

    Fill the form on the NTA JEE Main website. You can apply for one session or both.

  2. JEE Main session 1

    Usually January

    Computer-based test, held over several days and shifts.

  3. JEE Main session 2

    Usually April

    A second chance to improve. Your better score is used for the rank.

  4. JEE Advanced

    Usually May or June

    Open to the top 2,50,000 of JEE Main. Two papers on one day.

  5. Counselling

    After the results

    One common counselling (JoSAA) for IITs, NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded institutes.

Why PrepMed

How PrepMed prepares you for JEE

  • Taught by doctors, IITians and senior faculty

    Biology is taught by doctors, and Physics, Chemistry and Maths by teachers who have guided students to AIIMS, IITs and NITs.

  • Weekly tests in the real exam pattern

    A test every week with rank and question-wise analysis, so you always know where you stand and what to fix.

  • A personal mentor for every student

    One mentor follows your progress, plans your revision with you and keeps your parents informed.

  • Doubts cleared the same day

    Doubt sessions after class and on the app, so no question is carried to the next chapter.

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FAQ

JEE questions, answered

What is the difference between JEE Main and JEE Advanced?

JEE Main is the entrance exam for NITs, IIITs and many other colleges, and it decides who can sit JEE Advanced. JEE Advanced is the exam for admission to the IITs.

How many times can I sit JEE Main?

JEE Main is held twice a year and you can appear in three consecutive years, starting with the year you sit Class 12. The better score of the two sessions is used.

How many attempts are allowed for JEE Advanced?

Two attempts, in two consecutive years.

Do Class 12 board marks matter?

Yes. For admission to IITs, NITs and IIITs you need at least 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC, ST and PwD) or a place in the top 20 percentile of your board.

Can I prepare for JEE and my board exams together?

Yes. The JEE syllabus is the Class 11 and 12 syllabus, so one plan covers both. Our Class 12 course includes board support alongside JEE preparation.

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Official sources

Exam dates, fees, syllabus and rules are announced by the conducting body each year and can change. Always confirm on the official website before you apply.

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