JEE Main (Earlier AIEEE)

JOINT ENTRANCE EXAMINATION (MAIN)

The JEE-Main, which replaces AIEEE, is for admission to the National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and some other colleges designated as "centrally funded technical institutes" (CFTIs).

JEE Main mainly consists of three papers mainly and will be conducted in two shifts – morning and evening. The general layout of the exam pattern for JEE Main is given below;

Paper 1: B.E/B.Tech
Subject	Section A (Marking Scheme: Correct +4 , Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: MCQs		Section B (Marking Scheme: Correct +4, Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: Numerical Value		Marks
Subject	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions can be attempted	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions can be attempted
Physics	20	20	10	5	100
Chemistry	20	20	10	5	100
Maths	20	20	10	5	100
Total	90 Question \| 75 Questions can be attempted				300

Paper 2A: B.Arch
Subject	Section A (Marking Scheme: Correct +4 , Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: MCQs		Section B (Marking Scheme: Correct +4, Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: Numerical Value		Marks
Subject	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions can be attempted	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions can be attempted
Maths	30	20	10	5	100
Aptitude	50	20	0	0	200
Drawing	2	20	0	0	100
Total	82 Question \| 77 Questions can be attempted				400

Paper 2B: Planning
Subject	Section A (Marking Scheme: Correct +4 , Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: MCQs		Section B (Marking Scheme: Correct +4, Incorrect -1, Unanswered : 0) Question Type: Numerical Value		Marks
Subject	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions to be attempted	Number of Questions in paper	Number of questions to be attempted
Maths	30	20	10	5	100
Aptitude	50	20	0	0	200
Planning Based	25	20	0	0	100
Total	105 Question \| 100 Questions can be attempted				400

JEE Main Exam Pattern Detailed Description

The JEE Main exam pattern indicates how the exam will be conducted and how the JEE MAIN Question paper will be set. Previously, JEE Main was held in four sessions. However, we are yet to receive a notification regarding the same from the exam authority. Notifications and circulars about the exam are usually released on the official website and candidates should keep a close eye on the updates and refer them to know the latest details about the exam. The exam conducting authority may introduce new changes at certain intervals. Nonetheless, we will look at the exam pattern for JEE Main below.

JEE Main Paper I Exam Pattern

Course	B. E / B. Tech
Exam Mode	Online
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry and Maths
Type Of Questions	MCQs and Numerical based questions
Duration	3 hrs
Medium	English, Hindi and Gujarati
Total Marks	300
Marking Scheme	4 for the correct answer, -1 for the wrong answer and 0 for the unanswered question.

In paper I each Subject will contain two sections. Section A will be of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value. In Section B, candidates have to attempt any five questions out of 10. There will be negative marking for Section B as well.

JEE Main Paper 2A Exam Pattern

Course	B.Architecture
Exam Mode	Both online and offline
Subjects	Maths with aptitude and drawing test
Type Of Questions	Objective type questions for maths and aptitude while drawing test is also conducted
Duration	3 hrs. 4 hrs for people with disability
Total Marks	400
Marking Scheme	4 for the correct answer, -1 for the wrong answer.

In paper 2A, 20 questions will be MCQs and 5 questions will have answers to be filled as a numerical value out of 10. There will be negative marking for numerical value.

JEE Main Paper 2B Exam Pattern

Course	B.Planning
Exam Mode	Computer-based test
Subjects	Maths with Aptitude and Planning based test
Type Of Questions	Multiple-choice questions and answers as a numerical value for maths
Duration	3 hrs. 4 hrs for people with disability
Total Marks	400
Marking Scheme	4 for the correct answer and -1 for wrong or multiple answers. Unanswered questions will contain 0 marks.

*20 questions will be MCQs and 5 questions will have answers to be filled as a numerical value out of 10. There will be negative marking for numerical value.

On a side note, it is also very important for candidates to carefully read all the instructions that are given in the question paper. Understand it clearly and then move on to solving the questions. It is important to follow the right procedure for the exams because gaining a negative marking or losing points may cost candidates a higher rank in the exams.

JEE Main Paper Medium

From 2021 onwards, as per the National Education Policy (NEP), JEE Main paper will be set in 13 languages. They are as follows.

S. No.	Language	Examination Centres
1	English	All Examination Centres
2	Hindi	All Examination Centres in India
3	English and Assamese	Examination Centres in Assam
4	English and Bengali	Examination Centres in West Bengal, Tripura and Andaman & Nicobar Island
5	English and Gujarati	Examination Centres in Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli
6	English and Kannada	Examination Centres in Karnataka
7	English and Marathi	Examination Centres in Maharashtra
8	English and Malayalam	Examination Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep
9	English and Odia	Examination Centres in Odisha
10	English and Punjabi	Examination Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh and Delhi
11	English and Tamil	Examination Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Andaman & Nicobar Island
12	English and Telugu	Examination Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
13	English and Urdu	All Examination Centres in India

Candidates have to note the option of choosing a language for question paper should be exercised while filling up the application form online. NTA has mentioned that it cannot be changed at a later stage. Additionally, for the correctness of the questions in all the JEE Main question papers, the English version will be taken as final.

Benefits of the New Exam Pattern

According to NTA, students will reap the following benefits from the new pattern.

This will give two opportunities to the candidates to improve their scores in the examination if they are not able to give their best in one attempt.
In the first attempt, the students will get a first-hand experience of taking an examination and will know their mistakes which they can improve while attempting for the second time.
This will reduce the chances of dropping a year and droppers would not have to waste an entire year.
If anyone missed the examination due to reasons beyond control (such as the Board examination), then he/she will not have to wait for one entire year.
A candidate need not appear in both sessions. However, if a candidate appears in more than one session then his/her best of the JEE Main 2023 NTA Scores will be considered for preparation of merit list/ranking.

JEE Main Paper Analysis and Syllabus

Candidates can also check or go through the JEE Main question paper analysis of each year to get a better idea of the exam pattern, types of questions, difficulty level, important topics and more. This will further help candidates to develop a proper strategy for preparing effectively and clearing the entrance exam. Additionally, candidates can take JEE mock tests to understand the examination mode, question types and they can also analyze their preparation level.

Alternatively, candidates should also get their hands on the JEE Main Syllabus and go through it to get a deeper understanding of the exam pattern, marking scheme, course objectives and more. All these study exercises will help aspirants to perform excellently in the final exam.

JEE Main Exam Schedule

The exam schedule for JEE Main will be released soon by the NTA. The JEE Main exam dates will be updated shortly.

The JEE Main exam is conducted in two shifts. The timing details are given below.

Timing of Examination	First Shift	Second Shift
For B.E./B.Tech	9.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m.	3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
For B.Arch	9.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m.	3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
For B.Planning	–	3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.
For both B.Arch and B.Planning	–	3.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.

While the JEE exams require smart and productive work, candidates can significantly boost their preparation by taking some JEE Crash course. Learn more about it by clicking on the given link.

JEE Main Merit List Determination

How is the JEE Main merit list determined? Let us find out below.

Paper 1	Paper 2	Paper 3
The raw scores in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry are converted into total NTA scores.	The raw scores obtained in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test and Total are converted into NTA scores.	The raw score in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning Based Test and Total is converted to NTA scores.
Overall merit is determined by combining NTA scores of both the first and second shifts including all the days.

Important Guidelines for JEE Main Exam Day

Here are some useful tips that candidates can follow to avoid any confusion during the exam day.

Candidates should reach the examination hall early. Normally, the gates are opened two hours in advance. There will be strict checking and candidates should have proper time management. They should be on time for the exam.
Aspirants should remember to carry their id proofs and their JEE Main admit card. These are important documents without which they will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.
No electronic devices including watches, calculators or phones as well books, notebooks will be allowed in the exam hall.

Frequently Asked Questions On JEE Main Exam Pattern

JEE Main Paper 1 is conducted solely through a computer-based mode. Likewise, Paper 2, Part-I and II (Mathematics and Aptitude Test) is conducted via computer-based mode and Part-III which includes the drawing test will be held in a pen and paper mode. It is both online and offline. Candidates cannot choose between online or offline exams.

No, it is not mandatory for candidates to write both the JEE Main exam papers. It is optional. However, candidates can appear for both the JEE Main exam sessions which are held in January and April.

Yes, but only for selected areas. The Gujarati language is also used but only for exam centres in Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Rest will take the exam in either English or Hindi. Candidates can change the language settings at any point during the examination.

No, it is not mandatory or necessary for candidates to attempt all the questions. However, it is always better to attempt more questions as you will be able to score higher marks which will ultimately lead to a higher rank.

Yes, candidates can easily change their answers at any point during the examination.