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About the exam
JEE Main gives admission to NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded institutes and acts as the qualifier for JEE Advanced. The top rankers of JEE Main can take JEE Advanced for IIT seats. Seat allotment is through JoSAA counselling.
Eligibility
- Passed or appearing in Class 12 with Physics and Maths and one more subject as per the information bulletin.
- There is no age limit for JEE Main. Number of attempts: 3 consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.
- JEE Advanced has separate rules on attempts, qualifying marks and age. Read the JEE Advanced brochure.
Important dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main Session 1 | Usually January. Registration in November to December | Expected |
| JEE Main Session 2 | Usually April. Registration in February to March | Expected |
| JEE Advanced | Usually May or June | Expected |
| JoSAA counselling | Usually June to July | Expected |
| 2027 cycle | Check the NTA site for the exact schedule | Expected |
Exam pattern
- JEE Main B.E./B.Tech paper: Physics, Chemistry and Maths, 300 marks. Section B numerical questions have no negative marking in recent rules. Check the current bulletin.
- Computer-based test, two sessions a year. The better score counts.
- JEE Advanced has two papers on the same day.
Selection process
- JEE Main rank gives NIT, IIIT and GFTI seats through JoSAA.
- JEE Advanced rank gives IIT seats through JoSAA.
- Many states and private colleges also use JEE Main rank.
Fee
- Fee depends on category and centre. Refer to the bulletin for the current amount.
How to apply
- Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in when the session registration opens.
- Register, fill the form, upload photo, signature and documents, then pay the fee.
- Download the admit card and the city slip.
Official website
Frequently asked questions
Is JEE Main compulsory for IIT?
Yes, you must qualify JEE Main to appear in JEE Advanced for IIT seats.
Can I take JEE after Class 12 only?
You can apply in Class 12. Some students also take a drop year and use their attempts.