JEE Main
JEE Main is a computer-based online test conducted by National Testing Agency for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate courses in top engineering institutes in India. It is the first phase of the IIT Joint Entrance Exam. The JEE Main examination is conducted in two sessions and candidates can take the exam either in the month of January or in April. The candidates can further opt to appear for one exam or both exams. The better of two NTA scores will be considered by the exam conducting authority in preparing the ranks/merit list.
More significantly, students are granted admission to IITs, CFITs, NITs, and other Government funded technical institutes based on the marks obtained in JEE Main. Also, the top 2,50,000 students from JEE Main will qualify to appear for JEE Advanced.
Who conducts JEE Main?
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) comprises of two papers. The Paper1 is conducted for admission to Undergraduate Engineering Programs (B.E/B. Tech) at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments, as well as an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to IITs.
JEE Main Question Papers With Solutions
JEE Main 2018 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2017 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2016 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2015 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2014 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2013 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2012 Question Paper with solution
JEE Main 2011 Question Paper with solution
Choice of Medium of Question Papers
The medium of the Question Paper shall be in English, Hindi and Gujarati.
The option of question paper language should be exercised while filling up the Application Form and it cannot be changed at a later stage.
JEE (Main) Eligibility
For appearing in the JEE (Main) examination there is no age limit for the candidates. The candidates who have passed class 12th / equivalent examination in 2019, 2019 or appearing in 2022 irrespective of their age can appear in JEE (Main) examination. The candidates should also satisfy themselves about their fulfilling the age limit requirements of the Institutes in which they are desirous of taking admission. The candidates must note that the IITs have an age limit/restriction, which will be published in JEE(Advanced)-2020 Information Brochure.
JEE Main Result
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) comprises of two papers. The Paper1 is conducted for admission to Undergraduate Engineering Programs (B.E/B. Tech) at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments, as well as an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to IITs.
JEE Main Syllabus
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) comprises of two papers. The Paper1 is conducted for admission to Undergraduate Engineering Programs (B.E/B. Tech) at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments, as well as an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to IITs.
JEE Main Exam Overview
| Exam | JEE Main |
|---|---|
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 360 Marks |
| Total Sessions in 2021 | Four Sessions |
| Exam Medium | 13 Languages |
| Examination Category | Undergraduate Level Exam |
| Exam Conducting Authority | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Purpose | Admissions to 31 NITs, 23 IIITs and 20 GFTIs |
| Mode of Examination | Computer-based |
| Test Centres | To be notified (India and Abroad) |
| JEE Main Official Website | nta.ac.in |
How to Fill JEE Main Application Form?
Candidates have to apply for JEE (Main) “Online” ONLY by accessing the websites: www.nta.ac.in and jeemain.nta.nic.in The Application Form other than online mode would not be accepted in any case. Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate. More than one application i.e. Multiple application forms submitted by a candidate will be rejected.
If at any stage, it is found that the candidate has submitted multiple Applications and /or appeared in more than one date/shift, then the candidature will be cancelled and legal action will be taken including debarring in all future examinations conducted by NTA.
It is suggested that the candidates have the following ready before starting the filling up of the online application form:
- A computer with good Internet connectivity
- All your qualification details
- Scanned clear passport photograph in JPG/JPEG format (size between 10 kb–200 kb)
- Scanned clear signature in JPG/JPEG format (size between 4 kb–30 kb)
- Scanned clear 12th Class or equivalent Admit card/Mark sheet/Score Card (size between 50kb-500kb).
- A valid e-mail Id as all communication will be made on this e-mail Id.
- A valid mobile number as all information via SMS will be sent to this number
- A valid debit/credit card or Net banking account or UPI or PAYTM Service.
- A printer connected to your system to print the confirmation page
Download information Bulletin. Read it carefully to ensure your eligibility and acquaint yourself with the requirements for submission of the Online Application Form.
No correction can be made at a later stage after the submission of an application. No change will be accepted through Post/Fax/ email / By Hand etc.
JEE Main Application Fee
Candidates have to apply for JEE (Main) “Online” ONLY by accessing the websites: www.nta.ac.in and jeemain.nta.nic.in The Application Form other than online mode would not be accepted in any case. Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate. More than one application i.e. Multiple application forms submitted by a candidate will be rejected.
If at any stage, it is found that the candidate has submitted multiple Applications and /or appeared in more than one date/shift, then the candidature will be cancelled and legal action will be taken including debarring in all future examinations conducted by NTA.
It is suggested that the candidates have the following ready before starting the filling up of the online application form:
- A computer with good Internet connectivity
- All your qualification details
- Scanned clear passport photograph in JPG/JPEG format (size between 10 kb–200 kb)
- Scanned clear signature in JPG/JPEG format (size between 4 kb–30 kb)
- Scanned clear 12th Class or equivalent Admit card/Mark sheet/Score Card (size between 50kb-500kb).
- A valid e-mail Id as all communication will be made on this e-mail Id.
- A valid mobile number as all information via SMS will be sent to this number
- A valid debit/credit card or Net banking account or UPI or PAYTM Service.
- A printer connected to your system to print the confirmation page
Download information Bulletin. Read it carefully to ensure your eligibility and acquaint yourself with the requirements for submission of the Online Application Form.
No correction can be made at a later stage after the submission of an application. No change will be accepted through Post/Fax/ email / By Hand etc.
JEE Main Cutoff Marks
Soon after the exam, National Testing Agency also declares the JEE Main cutoff marks along with the detailed results comprising of subject wise marks secured, All India Rank, category rank and the qualifying status for JEE Advanced.
However, based on the cutoff marks, candidates are shortlisted for counselling. The cutoff marks for JEE Main will be determined by the following factors.
- Total candidates appeared
- The difficulty level of questions
- The overall performance of the students
- The cutoff trends of previous years
JEE Main Marks vs Ranks
| JEE Main Score Range | Expected Ranks |
|---|---|
| 336 Marks to 360 Marks | Rank 1 to 20 |
| 310 Marks to 335 Marks | Rank 21 to 225 |
| 251 Marks to 300 Marks | Rank 226 to 1,492 |
| 201 Marks to 250 Marks | Rank 1,493 to 5,752 |
| 151 Marks to 200 Marks | Rank 5753 to 18,377 |