JEE Main

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate engineering programs in NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions. Check out the provided links for more details.
  • Examination Pattern

    An overview of the JEE Main exam structure, including the number of questions, types of questions (multiple-choice and numerical), marking scheme, and duration of the exam. This helps students understand the format and allocate their time efficiently during the exam.


  • Recommended Books

    A curated list of essential books for JEE Main preparation across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics which will guide students to better understanding of concepts


  • Previous Year Papers (Free Attempt)

    Access to free attempt of previous years' JEE Main question paper. Practicing these papers helps students get a feel of the actual exam and identify important topics and question patterns.


  • TIPS: How to Master JEE Main

    Expert tips for effective study habits, time management, and exam preparation strategies. This section helps students tackle difficult topics, manage exam stress, and improve their overall performance.


Frequently Asked Questions

Candidates must have passed Class 12/equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. There's no age limit for JEE Main, but candidates should have passed their qualifying examination in 2022, 2023, or appearing in 2025.

NTA conducts JEE Main twice a year (January and April sessions). Candidates can appear in either one or both sessions. The best score from these attempts will be considered for ranking.

For MCQs, correct answers fetch 4 marks while incorrect answers lead to a deduction of 1 mark. For numerical value questions, correct answers get 4 marks with no negative marking for wrong answers.

The exam covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics equally. Each subject has 20 MCQs and 10 numerical value questions, totaling 300 marks. All questions are based on Class 11th and 12th syllabus.

Raw marks are converted to NTA scores using the normalization formula. This ensures fairness across different sessions. The percentile score determines your all-India rank.

A percentile above 98 generally ensures admission to top NITs for popular branches. For state quotas and other colleges, even 90+ percentile can secure good opportunities.

JEE Main questions are more application-based and conceptual compared to board exams. Time management is crucial as questions require quick thinking and problem-solving skills.

No, strategically use previous year papers. First understand concepts, then practice topic-wise questions, and finally attempt full papers in timed conditions in the last 2-3 months.

Dedicate 6-8 hours daily besides school hours. Focus on one subject per day, maintain a balance between theory and problems, and include regular revision slots.

Take regular breaks, maintain a healthy routine, practice meditation, solve mock tests to build confidence, and keep in touch with mentors or counselors for guidance.

NCERT books form the foundation and around 60-70% of questions are NCERT-based. However, additional reference books are needed for higher-level problems and better conceptual clarity.

Mock tests help in understanding the exam interface, improve time management, identify weak areas, and get familiar with different question patterns. Aim to solve at least 30-40 full mock tests.

Practice mental math daily, learn shortcuts, solve previous year papers in timed conditions, and regularly practice numerical problems without a calculator.

Focus on revision, solve full-length mock tests, review mistakes, revise formulas and important concepts, and maintain a healthy routine. Avoid learning new topics in the last month.

Research different colleges and branches, understand counseling process, prepare documents, calculate expected rank, and make a preference list of colleges and branches based on your interests and rank.
FAQ - JEE Main 2025: Exam Pattern, Previous Papers & Study Tips