Introduction
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a national-level entrance exam in India for admission to undergraduate engineering and architecture courses in various institutions, including the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). This article provides a comprehensive guide to JEE Main 2025, covering essential aspects such as eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and counselling process.
What is JEE Main?
JEE Main is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and serves as a gateway for admission to undergraduate engineering programs (B.E./B. Tech), architecture programs (B.Arch), and planning programs (B.Plan) at National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs), and some other State Government and Private Institutes. It also acts as a screening test for JEE Advanced, which is required for admission to IITs.
The official website for JEE Main 2025 is jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam is scheduled to be held in two sessions:
- Session 1: January 22 to 31, 2025
- Session 2: April 1 to 8, 2025 (tentative)
Who Will Conduct JEE Main and Advanced 2025?
While JEE Main is conducted by the NTA, JEE Advanced is organized by one of the IITs on a rotational basis. The specific IIT responsible for conducting JEE Advanced 2025 has not yet been officially announced. Students can apply for the NTA's Joint Entrance Exam (Main) 2025 if they have passed or are taking their Class 12 exams. IIT Kanpur is expected to administer JEE Advanced 2025. Candidates may apply for the JEE Advanced exam if they place in the top 2.5 lakh and pass JEE Main 2025.
Eligibility Criteria 2025
To appear for JEE Main 2025, candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Year of Appearance in Qualifying Examination: Candidates should have passed their Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2023, 2024, or be appearing for it in 2025.
- Age Limit: There is no age limit to appear for JEE Main 2025.
- Number of Attempts: Candidates who have completed their class 12 in 2023 or 2024, or are appearing for the class 12 exams in 2024, are eligible to participate in JEE Main 2025. They can attempt the JEE Main exam a maximum of six times in three consecutive years.
- Subjects: Candidates must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects in their Class 12 or equivalent examination, along with one of the following: Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a Technical Vocational subject.
- Minimum Percentage: While there is no longer a minimum percentage requirement to appear for B.E./B. Tech courses in JEE Main 2025, candidates aiming for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs should have secured at least 75% marks in their Class 12 board exams or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards (65% for SC/ST candidates).
Exam Pattern 2025
JEE Main 2025 will follow a revised exam pattern, reverting to the pre-pandemic format.
Here are the key highlights of revised exam pattern of JEE Main 2025 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.)
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Exam Mode
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Details
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JEE Main exam duration
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3 Hour
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Language of Examination
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English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujrati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odisha, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.
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No. of Sections
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There are Three Sections
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
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JEE Main Total Questions
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Mathematics 25 (20+5) 5 Questions with answers as a numerical value. All 5 questions are compulsory.
Physics 25 (20+5) 5 Questions with answer as a numerical value. All 5 questions are compulsory.
Chemistry 25 (20+5) Questions with answer as a numerical value. All 5 questions are compulsory Total 75 Questions (25 questions each).
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JEE Mains Negative marking |
MCQs: For marks will be awarded for each correct answer and there will be a negative marking of one mark on each wrong answer.
Questions with numerical value answer : Candidates will be given four marks for each correct answer and there will be a negative marking of 1 mark each wrong answer. |
Conclusion
JEE Main 2025 is a crucial step for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate engineering and architecture courses in India. The exam holds significant importance in the context of higher education in the country, as it provides a pathway to prestigious institutions and opens doors to various career opportunities. The competition is fierce, and candidates need to be well-prepared to secure a good rank.
The changes introduced in the exam pattern for 2025, such as the removal of optional questions and the introduction of negative marking for numerical value questions, emphasize the need for a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and greater accuracy in answering. This shift requires students to adopt a more strategic and focused approach to their preparation.
To assist students in their preparation, various resources and support systems are available, including coaching classes, online study materials, and previous years' question papers. Candidates are encouraged to refer to past papers available on the official website to familiarize themselves with the exam format and practice their time management skills.
By understanding the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and counselling process, and by utilizing the available resources effectively, candidates can increase their chances of success in JEE Main 2025 and secure admission to their desired institutions. It is essential to stay updated with the latest information and notifications from the official JEE Main website and other reliable sources.