The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main exam is conducted by the NTA (National Testing Agency) for admission in B.E, B.Tech, and B.Arch, courses. The candidates can get admission to the top institutes across the country. It is also the qualifying exam for the JEE (Advanced) exam, which is taken for admission to the prestigious IITs. The JEE Main 2024 exam consists of papers – Paper 1 is for admission to B.Tech/B.E courses, and Paper 2. The second paper of the JEE Main 2024 further has two parts – 2A is for B.Arch courses.
Understanding the exam pattern of this exam is significant, which is why we have given a detailed account of the JEE 2024 Main exam pattern.
JEE Main Exam Pattern for B.Tech/B.E. (Paper 1)
The duration of JEE Main exam Paper 1 is 3 hours (4 hours for the PwD candidates). This paper is held online. There are two sections for each subject – MCQs (Section A) and numerical (Section B). In Section A, 20 questions are asked from each of the subjects, and all are compulsory. In Section B, 10 questions are asked from each. Candidates can select and answer any 5 questions as per their choice.
Here is the table for a better understanding of the Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
|
Duration |
3 Hours |
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Mode of exam |
Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry |
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Total number of questions |
90 |
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Total number of compulsory questions |
75 (only 5 questions from Section B are compulsory) |
|
Type of Questions |
Section A- Multiple choice questions (20 questions) Section B- Numerical-based questions (10 questions) |
|
Marking System |
+4 marks for each correct answer, -1 marks for each wrong answer, and 0 marks for each unattempted answer. |
|
Total marks |
300 |
JEE Main Exam Pattern: Marking Scheme for BE/B.Tech
Let’s understand the marking scheme for all the papers of the JEE Main.
Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech)
- The total marks for JEE Main exam Paper 1 are 300.
- For every correct response, 4 marks are rewarded. For every wrong response, 1 mark is deducted. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.
- In the Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry section, a maximum of 100 marks are rewarded for all 25 questions. There are a total of 75 questions to be attempted, which equals 75*4 – 300 marks.
Important Topics in JEE Main 2024
The subject-wise important topics for JEE main, according to the previous years’ questions, are listed below.
Mathematics
- Vectors
- Sequence and Series
- Circles and Family of Circles
- Inverse Trigonometric Functions
- Probability
- Matrices
- Complex Numbers
- Quadratic equations and expressions
- Parabola
- Functions
- Hyperbola in Coordinate Geometry
- Continuity and Differentiability
- Limits
- Definite Integral in Calculus
- Application of derivations
Physics
- Current Electricity and Heat Transfer
- Gravitational and Electro-Statics
- Dimensional Analysis
- Thermodynamics
- Waves and Sounds
- Geometrical Optics
- Kinetic Theory of Gases and Rotational Dynamics
- Electromagnetic Induction
Chemistry
- Carbonyl Compounds and their derivations
- Redox reactions
- Thermodynamics
- Electrochemistry
- Mole and the concept of equivalents
- Chemical Equilibrium
- Chemical Bonding
- Coordination Chemistry
- Qualitative Analysis
JEE Main Syllabus 2024
The syllabus of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry for JEE main are given below.
Mathematics
- Sets, Relations, and Functions
- Complex Numbers
- Determinant
- Quadratic Equations
- Matrices
- Permutations Combinations
- Mathematical Induction
- Sequence Series
- Binomial Theorem
- Limits and Continuity
- Differentiability
- Statistics
- Differential Equations
- Integral Calculus
- Trigonometry
- Vector Algebra
- Coordinate Geometry
- Mathematical Reasoning
- 3D Geometry
- Probability
Physics
- Physics and Measurement
- Thermodynamics
- Kinematics
- Rotational Motion
- Gravitation
- Work and Energy
- Power
- Properties of Solids and Liquids
- Laws of Motion
- Electronic Devices
- Oscillations
- Waves
- Current Electricity
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Communication Systems
- Electromagnetic Induction
- Magnetism
- Alternating Currents
- Magnetic Effects of Current
- Kinetic Theory of Gases
- Dual Nature of Matter
- Radiation
- Atoms
- Nuclei
- Optics
- Electrostatics
Chemistry
- Basic Concepts in Chemistry
- States of Matter
- Chemical bonding
- Atomic Structure
- Solutions
- Redox Reactions
- Chemical
- Thermodynamics
- Equilibrium
- Electrochemistry
- Surface Chemistry
- Chemical Kinetics
- Polymers
- Principles of Practical Chemistry
- Organic Compounds – Characterisation and Purification
- Oxygen, Halogens, and Nitrogen Organic Compounds
- Hydrocarbons
- Biomolecules
- Basics of Organic Chemistry
- Chemistry in everyday life
- Hydrogen
- Classification of Elements
- Periodicity
- Alkali metals
- Group 13 to Group 18 Elements
- Alkaline earth metals
- D and f block elements
- Coordination compounds
- Environmental Chemistry
- Isolation of metals
The syllabus is released every year by the NTA (National Testing Agency) with changes if any. Here is the official link to the more detailed version of the JEE Main 2024 syllabus.