JEE MAINS
JEE Mains is the first phase of IIT- JEE exam that is entrance exam to get admission into IITs (one of the most prestigious educational institutes in India).
JEE MAINS 2024 is going to be conducted in two sessions: Session 1 and Session 2. Top 2,50,00 students (including category reservation) are being selected to write the ultimate JEE ADVANCED exam.
JEE MAINS score is also valid to take admission in NITs (National Institute of Technology), IIITs (Indian Institute of Information Technology), GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes), DTU (Delhi Technological University), NSUT( Netaji Subhas University of Technology), etc. Government aided or supported institutes to pursue undergraduate courses (engineering, bachelor in science, etc.
On this page, there is complete information about the JEE MAINS 2024, and all resources and strategies about it one has to know to crack the exam with a good score.
Table of Contents
- JEE Main 2024 Latest Updates
- JEE Main 2024 Overview
- Important Dates
- JEE Main 2024 Registration
- JEE Main 2024 Eligibility Criteria
- JEE Main 2024 Exam Pattern
- JEE Main Syllabus
- Useful books for Preparation
- JEE Main - Road to 99%ile
- JEE Main- Importance of PYQs
- JEE Main Results
- JEE Main Cutoff Marks
- How to Prepare for JEE Mains 2024?
JEE Main 2024 Latest Updates
This section lets you get the latest updates, highlights and notifications related to JEE Mains 2024:
JEE Main 2024 is going to be conducted by National Testing Agency(NTA) in two sessions:
Session 1 in January and Session 2 in April in online computer based format.
- JEE Main 2024 January Session: NTA (National Testing Agency) released that JEE Main 2024 session 1 will be conducted between 24th January and 1st February, 2024.
- JEE Main 2024 April Session: NTA released the JEE Main 2024 session 1 will be conducted between 1st April, 2024 and 15th April, 2024.
JEE Main 2024 Overview
About JEE Main
JEE Main is a standardized test conducted across different states in India. The exam is held at an undergraduate level to offer admissions to some of the best engineering and technical institutions that are Government funded or privately-owned.
JEE Main 2024 is generally conducted for three groups of aspirants:
- Paper 1 is for students aspiring to take up B.E. or B. Tech. courses.
- Paper 2A is for students aspiring to take up B. Arch. course.
- Paper 2B is for students aspiring to take a B. Planning course.
JEE Main 2024 will be conducted in two sessions, one in January and one in April.
Questions that appear in the JEE Main are mostly NCERT based. However, it is known for its tricky questions designed to test the candidate’s understanding of the concepts and analytical skills.
Important Conditions and Latest Changes in JEE Main 2024
- The number of sessions will remain the same as in JEE Main 2022, i.e., two sessions (April and May session).
- There will be negative markings for sections A (MCQs) and B (numerical value questions).
- Candidates are to download and install the SANDES app on their smartphones. This will be a secondary channel to receive notifications from the NTA.
- The application process has been slightly tweaked to enable candidates to fill out the form easily and in smaller sections. During the registration process for the exam, only Session 1 will be visible at first, and candidates can only opt for that. Session 2 registration will be opened at a later stage.
- A mandatory field in the JEE Main 2024 application form to fill in the family’s annual income, including the father’s or guardian’s yearly gross income, the mother’s gross annual income, and the parent’s annual income from other sources, if any.
- The choice of exam cities for the test will be based on the permanent and present addresses filled in during registration.
- During the registration process, candidates must enter the OTPs received at their registered mobile number or e-mail address before submitting the application fees.
JEE Main 2024 Exam Schedule
For JEE Main 2024, the official note is released by NTA. Check the exam schedule for JEE Main 2024 and start preparing for the examination now.
JEE Main Registration – 2024
Before the final exam, the exam conducting authority usually opens the registration process for JEE Main. For 2024, the registration will held in two instances. Registration for Session 1 is to be updated and it will be opened again at a later stage for Session 2. Candidates can only register for JEE Main 2024 by visiting the official website. They also have to pay the application fees. Candidates are suggested to check all the academic and personal details thoroughly before submitting the JEE Main application form.
The application form for both the sessions are yet to be released. So, stay connected for further updates.
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria
The JEE Main eligibility criteria for 2024 describe all the terms and conditions that aspirants should satisfy to be eligible for the exam. Hence, to avoid rejection in later stages, the students go through and understand the eligibility criteria before registering for the exam. We have highlighted some of the important ones below.
Age Limit: There is no age limit for candidates who wish to appear for the JEE Main exam. However, candidates must note that the IITs can set age criteria for admissions. The details are usually published in the JEE Main Information Brochure.
Qualifying Exam: Irrespective of age, the applicant can qualify if they have cleared their Class 12 or any equivalent exam, such as a two-year Pre-University exam, Joint Services Wing of the National Defense Academy exam, senior secondary school examination, Higher Secondary Certificate Vocational Examination, Intermediate or two-year Pre-University examination, a diploma recognized by the AICTE or a State board, General Certificate Education (GCE) examination (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level, High School Certificate Examination of the Cambridge University or International Baccalaureate Diploma of the International Baccalaureate Office, Geneva.
Year: Only those candidates who have passed the Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2021 and 2022 or those who are appearing for it in 2024 are eligible to appear in JEE Main 2024.
Qualifying Marks: There is no minimum pass percentage for appearing in the JEE Main exam. However, the applicants must pass their Class 12 board or other equivalent examinations.
Number of Attempts: Candidates can appear for the exam for 3 consecutive years.
Subjects Pursued in the Qualifying Exam:
The applicants must have passed the qualifying exam with a minimum of five subjects: Language, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject, and any other subject.
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Main Paper 2 and 3
Total Attempts: The candidates can appear for JEE Main for three consecutive years.
- The candidate must have secured 50% marks in Maths, Physics, and Chemistry and 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
- Mathematics is compulsory for candidates applying for B.Arch./B.Planning courses.
JEE Main Reservation Criteria
The examination authority follows the reservation criteria laid by the Government of India for granting admissions through JEE Main. All India ranks will be provided based on the categorical reservation policy. The percentage reservations of categories for admissions through JEE Main 2024 are as follows:
- OBC – NCL candidates: 27% reservation
- SC candidates: 15% reservation
- ST candidates: 7.5% reservation
- PwD candidates: 5% reservation
- GEN-EWS candidates: 10% reservation
- Women candidates: 5% reservation
This reservation applies to institutes run by the Central Government. For reservation details regarding a participating institute, candidates can check the details with that particular institute.
JEE Main Exam Pattern
Knowing the JEE Main Exam Pattern for 2024 is vital for candidates who want a smooth preparation for JEE. It helps students develop a clear idea of the marking scheme, distribution of questions, sectional weightage and exam duration. There are three papers instead of two. Paper 1 is for students aspiring for B.E./B. Tech courses in NITs, IIITs, DTU, and other GFTIs, whereas Paper 2A is for B.Arch. Paper 2B is for B.Planning courses offered by these institutes.
Understanding the exam pattern enables candidates to gain a valuable opinion about the whole exam structure. Therefore, students are advised to get a complete overview of the paper pattern and devise a suitable study plan or strategy for better results.
JEE Main Paper 1 comprises Maths, Physics, and Chemistry, whereas Paper 2A has Maths, Aptitude, and Drawing Tests. Paper 2B will consist of Mathematics, Aptitude and Planning-based questions. The candidates can attempt the test in either one or both sessions. On the same lines as last year, there will be 90 questions overall, with candidates getting to attempt a total of 75 questions. The total mark allotted is 300.
All the papers are entirely computer-based online tests, whereas the Paper 2A drawing section is conducted offline in a pen and paper-based mode. The exam duration for all three Papers is 3 hours.
JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E or B.Tech Courses)
- Exam Mode: Computer-based offline exam. The students will have to mark their responses on already downloaded answer sheets.
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- The Questions will be from topics covered in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Nature of Questions: Objective-type multiple-choice questions, as well as numerical-based questions.
- The paper will have a total of 90 questions, with 20 questions in section A and 10 in section B. Candidates can attempt 75 questions (300 marks) with 20 questions in section A and 5 questions in section B for each subject – Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
JEE Main Paper 1 Marking Scheme
- Unlike the earlier years, negative marking has been introduced in Section B.
- Every correct answer will be awarded 4 marks, while 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. This applies to both MCQs and numerical-based questions.
- No marks are awarded for unanswered questions.
JEE Main Paper 2A (B.Arch Courses)
- Exam Mode: Part-I: Mathematics and Part-II: Aptitude Test in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only Part-III: Drawing Test in “Pen and Paper” (offline) mode, to be attempted on the drawing sheet of A4 size.
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- The Mathematics part consists of 20 MCQs and 10 numerical value-based questions. Only 5 out of 10 numerical-based questions are to be attempted.
- The Aptitude part consists of 50 MCQs.
- The Drawing Test will evaluate sketching and drawing skills and consists of 2 Questions.
JEE Main Paper 2A Marking Scheme
- 4 marks will be awarded for every correct answer in the Mathematics and Aptitude sections, while 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
- A negative marking of 1 mark is applicable for both MCQs and numerical-based questions.
- There is no negative marking in case of an unattempted question.
- For the Drawing Test, marks will be allotted based on the candidate’s drawing skills.
JEE Main Paper 2B (B.Planning Courses)
- Exam Mode: Computer-based test mode.
- Exam Duration: 3 hours
- The exam consists of 3 parts – Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Planning Skills.
- The Mathematics part consists of 20 MCQs and 10 numerical value-based questions. Only 5 out of 10 numerical-based questions are to be attempted.
- Aptitude consists of 50 questions, and Planning consists of 25 questions. Both parts have MCQ-based questions.
JEE Main Paper 2B Marking Scheme
- 4 marks will be awarded for every correct answer, while 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
- A negative marking of 1 mark is applicable for both MCQs and numerical-based questions.
- There is no negative marking in case of an unattempted question.
Note: All the calculations/writing work should be done only in the Rough Sheet provided at the Test Centre or the Examination Room/Hall. Once the exam is over, candidates should hand over the rough sheets to the invigilator.
JEE Main Syllabus
While the JEE Main syllabus is mainly mapped according to the NCERT textbooks, NTA prescribes a separate JEE syllabus. It comprises topics covered in Classes 11 and 12, including subjects such as Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
The syllabus for JEE Main 2024 looks to be the same as the previous years. There is no reduction.
The questions in the JEE Main exam are easy but require a lot of smart work, practice and adequate preparation. One of the significant challenges generally faced by students is the time constraint. To overcome this, students need to develop adept problem-solving skills as well as time management skills to ensure the successful completion of the examination. Moreover, before starting their preparations, students should acquire an in-depth and clear understanding of each and every topic covered in the syllabus of JEE Main.
Therefore, candidates should read the syllabus at least once before studying. This exercise will help them gain insight into all the important chapters or topics on which they should focus on. Additionally, they can formulate a proper study plan accordingly.
Moreover, to cater to the decision of various Boards across the country about the reduction in the syllabus, the NTA has determined to provide a choice in one Section of each Subject of Paper 1 and Part I of Paper 2A and 2B. However, the total number of questions to be attempted will remain the same (Physics -25, Chemistry – 25, and Mathematics – 25), wherever applicable.
Here is the subject-wise breakdown of important chapters for JEE Main 2024. Students need to pay proper attention to these chapters to ace the examination.
USEFUL BOOKS FOR PREPARATION:
Books and solving materials play a vital role in the preparation of any competitive exams. Choosing these wisely is a pre requisite to start your journey. None of the book is so called bad or worsen, but some of these books are not up to the mark for exam preparations.
Some books have enormous irrelevant information, theory and questions, not as per the exam syllabus and pattern. While some of them do not have level up to the difficulty level and questions being asked in exam. So, choosing a book wisely is important which can provide you the exact taste of questions to be asked in the exams.
Do check it out the following link to get to know about some of the useful books to be followed during your preparation:
JEE Main : Road to 99%ile
Do have a look on the post: Complete Roadmap to score over 99%ile in JEE Mains.
Follow the strategies given over there to secure a good score in JEE Mains 2024.
JEE Main Previous Year Question Paper with Solutions and Answer Keys
Along with the mock tests, students are also advised to practice the previous years’ JEE Main question papers to boost their chances of success in such a highly competitive entrance exam.
PYQs solving and analysis, helps in determining important chapters from where more questions can be expected as the trend changes gradually, not drastically.
From PYQs, one can analyse that from which section easy and doable questions are being framed, which chapter requires more of conceptual clarity, which section ask calculation based questions, what is the % marks distribution from different chapters , etc. It gives a complete framework of exam based on previous year trend.
Follow the post to get the appropriate ways of solving PYQs and their analysis:
JEE Main Marks vs Ranks
We have prepared a predicted JEE Main marks vs ranks from the previous years’ trend. Engineering aspirants can check marks vs expected ranks from the table provided below.
JEE Main Results
NTA declares the results of JEE Main. For students appearing in all the phases of JEE Main, the best result will be taken into consideration while preparing for the final rank.
The results once declared can be checked on the official website of exam conducting body NTA : www.nta.ac.in
- Open JEE Main result portal
- Enter the roll number and date of birth
- Click the Submit button
The JEE Main result will be displayed on the screen. Students are advised to download the scorecard for future reference, especially for the counselling and admission process.
JEE Main Cutoff Marks
Soon after the exam, National Testing Agency declares the JEE Main cutoff marks along with the detailed results consisting of subject-wise marks secured, All India Rank, category rank and the qualifying status for JEE Advanced.
However, based on the percentile score, candidates are shortlisted for counselling. The following factors will determine the cutoff marks for JEE Main.
- Total candidates appeared
- The difficulty level of the questions
- The overall performance of the students
- The cutoff trends of previous years
Previous Years’ JEE Main Cutoff Trends
The below table shows the cutoff trends for JEE Mains.