IIT JEE Mains-2025 Exam Pattern, Syllabus, and Preparation Tips for January & April Sessions
IIT JEE Mains 2025 Overview: Get ready for JEE Mains 2025! This essential guide covers the complete registration process, eligibility, important dates, and online application steps, along with a breakdown of the fee structure, exam pattern, and syllabus. Start your preparation confidently with insights into both the January and April sessions of JEE Mains 2025. Online application for IIT JEE Mains-2025 has started already.
About JEE Mains 2025: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) includes two papers designed for aspiring engineers and architects. Paper 1 focuses on admissions to B.E. and B. Tech programs across prestigious institutions such as NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs, alongside other state-recognized universities. Passing JEE Main also qualifies candidates for JEE Advanced, the entrance exam for the IITs. Paper 2 targets students aiming for admissions in B. Arch and B. Planning programs throughout India. Explore the full details below to begin your JEE Mains 2025 journey!
IIT JEE Mains 2025: Important Dates, Fee Structure, and Event Details
Session 1 (January 2025): Key Dates and Deadlines
- Application Submission: October 28, 2024 – November 22, 2024 (9:00 P.M.)
- Application Fee Payment Deadline: November 22, 2024 (11:50 P.M.)
- Application Correction Period: Available on NTA website
- City Intimation Slip: Expected in the first week of January 2025
- Admit Card Release: 3 days before the exam date
- Exam Dates: January 22 – January 31, 2025
- Answer Key and Question Paper Display: To be announced on NTA website
- Result Declaration: By February 12, 2025
Session 2 (April 2025): Key Dates and Deadlines
- Application Submission: January 31, 2025 – February 24, 2025 (9:00 P.M.)
- Application Fee Payment Deadline: February 24, 2025 (11:50 P.M.)
- Application Correction Period: Available on NTA website
- City Intimation Slip: Expected in the second week of March 2025
- Admit Card Release: 3 days before the exam date
- Exam Dates: April 1 – April 8, 2025 (Tentative)
- Answer Key and Question Paper Display: To be announced on NTA website
- Result Declaration: By April 17, 2025
Exam Duration and Timing for JEE Mains 2025
- Paper 1 (B.E./B. Tech) or Paper 2A (B. Arch) or Paper 2B (B. Planning): 3 hours
- B. Arch & B. Planning (Both): 3 hours 30 minutes
Exam Shift Timings
- 3-Hour Paper: First Shift (9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.), Second Shift (3:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.)
- 3.5-Hour Paper: First Shift (9:00 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.), Second Shift (3:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.)
JEE Mains 2025 Exam Fee Structure
For Centres in India
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Paper 1 / Paper 2A / Paper 2B:
- General (Male): ₹1000, (Female): ₹800
- Gen-EWS/OBC (Male): ₹900, (Female): ₹800
- SC/ST/PwD (Male/Female): ₹500
- Third Gender: ₹500
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Multiple Papers (Any combination of Paper 1, Paper 2A, and Paper 2B):
- General/Gen-EWS/OBC (Male): ₹2000, (Female): ₹1600
- SC/ST/PwD (Male/Female): ₹1000
- Third Gender: ₹1000
For Centres Outside India
- Paper 1 / Paper 2A / Paper 2B:
- General (Male): ₹5000, (Female): ₹4000
- Gen-EWS/OBC (Male): ₹4500, (Female): ₹4000
- SC/ST/PwD (Male/Female): ₹2500
- Third Gender: ₹3000
- Multiple Papers:
- General/Gen-EWS/OBC (Male): ₹10,000, (Female): ₹8000
- SC/ST/PwD (Male/Female): ₹5000
- Third Gender: ₹5000
IIT JEE Mains 2025: Application Process for January and April Sessions
- Separate Applications for Each Session
Candidates can apply for the January 2025 Session (Session 1) and pay the corresponding fee. Later, they can apply for the April 2025 Session (Session 2) using the same application number. Each session’s application and payment will be handled separately, with details for Session 2 announced in a separate notification. - Applying for Session 2
Candidates interested in only the April 2025 exam may wait to apply until the Session 2 application form is available. They can log in with their existing application number and pay the exam fee during the designated application window. - Application Window Reopening
The Session 2 application period will reopen as per the schedule mentioned in the Information Bulletin, with additional notice through Public Notice for any updates. - Online Fee Payment Options
Candidates must submit the examination fee through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI services. Applicable GST and processing fees are charged by the bank/payment gateway. - Confirmation Page Generation
A confirmation page will be generated once the payment is successful. If not generated, candidates should contact the respective bank or payment gateway using the helpline information in Appendix I to verify the transaction or request a refund for any duplicate payments.
Mode of IIT JEE Mains 2025 Examination
- Paper 1 (B.E./B. Tech): Conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) only.
- Paper 2A (B. Arch): Mathematics (Part I) and Aptitude Test (Part II) in CBT mode, with Drawing Test (Part III) in offline, pen-and-paper mode on an A4-size drawing sheet.
- Paper 2B (B. Planning): Includes Mathematics (Part I), Aptitude Test (Part II), and Planning-Based Questions (Part III) in CBT mode.
Prepare confidently for JEE Mains 2025 by understanding the step-by-step application process and exam format!
Scheme of IIT JEE MAINS 2025 Examination
Subject combinations for each paper, type of questions in each paper and mode of examination are given in the table below:
| PAPER | SUBJECTS | TYPE OF QUESTIONS | MODE OF EXAMINATION |
| Paper 1: B.E. / B. Tech. | Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Questions for which the answer is a numerical value, with equal weightage to Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry | “Computer Based Test (CBT)” mode only |
| Paper 2A: B. Arch | Part-I: Mathematics | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Questions for which the answer is a numerical value | “Computer Based Test (CBT)” mode only |
| Part-II: Aptitude Test | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | ||
| Part-III: Drawing Test | Questions to test drawing aptitude | “Pen and Paper Based” (offline) mode to be attempted on a Drawing sheet of A4 size. | |
| Paper 2B: B. Planning | Part-I: Mathematics | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Questions for which the answer is a numerical value | “Computer Based Test (CBT)” mode only |
| Part-II: Aptitude Test | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | ||
| Part-III: Planning-Based Questions | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Pattern of IIT JEE Mains-2025 Examination
| Paper 1: B.E./ B. Tech. in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode: | |||||
| 1 | Subject-wise distribution of Questions, Total Number of Questions, and Marks | Subject | Section A | Section B | Marks |
| Mathematics | 20 | 05 | 100 | ||
| Physics | 20 | 05 | 100 | ||
| Chemistry | 20 | 05 | 100 | ||
| Total | 75 | 300 | |||
| Each Subject will have two sections. Section A will be of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value. There will be negative marking for incorrect answer in Section A and Section B. For each question in Section B,a candidate has to enter the correct integer value of the answer using the mouse and the on- screen virtual numeric keypad in the place designated to enter the answer. For Section B, the answer should be rounded off to the nearest integer. |
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| 2. | Marking Scheme for MCQs | Correct Answer or the Most Appropriate Answer | Four marks (+4) | ||
| Incorrect Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| 3. | Marking Scheme for questions for which the answer is a Numerical value | Correct Answer | Four marks (+4) | ||
| Incorrect Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| 4. | Method of determining merit | Conversion of the raw score in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry and total into NTA scores. Overall meritshall be prepared by merging NTA scores of all shifts of all days. |
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| 5. | Method of resolving ties | Tie between candidates obtaining same Total NTA scores will be resolved in the following order: 1. NTA score in Mathematics, followed by; 2. NTA score in Physics, followed by; 3. NTA score in Chemistry, followed by; 4. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in all the subjects in the Test, followed by; 5. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Mathematics in the Test, followed by; 6. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Physics in the Test, followed by; 7. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Chemistry in the Test followed by; 8. If there is a tie even after this, candidates will be assigned the same rank. |
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| Paper 2A (B. Arch): Mathematics (Part-I) and Aptitude Test (Part-II) in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode and Drawing Test (Part-III) in Pen and Paper Based (offline) mode, to be attempted on a drawing sheet of A4 size. | |||||
| 1. | Subject-wise distribution of Questions, Total Number of Questions, and Marks | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | |
| Part I: Mathematics | 20 (Section A) and 05 (Section B) | 100 | |||
| Part II: Aptitude test | 50 | 200 | |||
| Part III: Drawing Test | 02 | 100 | |||
| Total | 77 | 400 | |||
| 20 questions will be MCQs and 05 (five) questions will have answers to be filled as a numerical value. There will be negative marking for both Section A and Section B (except Drawing Test). For each question in Section B, a candidate has to enter the correct integer value of the answer using the mouse and the on-screen virtual numeric keypad in the place designated to enter the answer. The answer should be rounded off to the nearest integer. | |||||
| 2. | Marking Scheme for MCQs | Correct Answer or the most appropriate Answer |
Four marks (+4) | ||
| Incorrect Answer/Multiple Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered /Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| 3. | (a) Marking Scheme for | Correct Answer or the most | Four marks (+4) | ||
| questions for which the answer is a Numerical value | appropriate Answer | ||||
| Incorrect Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| (b)Marking Scheme for Drawing Test (Part III) | Two questions are to be evaluated out of 100 marks. | ||||
| 4. | Method of determining merit | Conversion of the raw score in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, and total into NTA Scores. Overall meritshall be prepared by merging the NTA Scores of both shifts of all days. |
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| 5. | Method of resolving ties | The tie between candidates obtaining the same Total NTA scores will be resolved in the following manner: 1. NTA score in Mathematics, followed by; 2. NTA score in Aptitude Test, followed by; 3. NTA score in Drawing Test, followed by; 4. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in all the subjects in the Test, followed by; 5. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Mathematics (Part-I) in the Test, followed by; 6. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Aptitude Test (Part-II) in the Test followed by; 7. If there is atie even after this, candidates will be assigned the same rank. |
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| Paper 2B (B. Planning) Part-I: Mathematics, Part-II: Aptitude Test, and Part-III: Planning- Based Questions in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. | |||||
| 1. | Subject-wise distribution of Questions, Total | Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | |
| Part-I: Mathematics | 20 (Section A) and 05 (Section B) | 100 | |||
| Number of Questions, and Marks | Part-II: Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 | ||
| Part-III: Planning | 25 | 100 | |||
| Total | 100 | 400 | |||
| 20 questions will be MCQs and 05 (five) questions will have answers to be filled as a numerical value. There will be negative marking for both Section A and Section B (except Drawing Test). For each question in Section B, enter the correct integer value of the answer using the mouse and the on-screen virtual numeric keypad in the place designated to enter the answer. The answer should be rounded off to the nearest integer. | |||||
| 2. | Marking Scheme for MCQs | Correct Answer or the most appropriate Answer | Four marks (+4) | ||
| Incorrect Answer/Multiple Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered /Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| 3. | Marking Scheme for questions for which the answer is a Numerical value | Correct Answer or the most appropriate Answer | Four marks (+4) | ||
| Incorrect Answer | Minus one mark (-1) | ||||
| Unanswered / Marked for Review | No mark (0) | ||||
| 4. | Method of determining merit | Conversion of the raw score in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning Based Test, and total into NTA Scores. Overall merit shall be prepared by merging NTA Scores of all shifts of all days. |
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| 5. | Method of resolving ties | Tie between candidates obtaining equal Total NTA scores in B. Planning will be resolved in the following manner: 1. NTA score in Mathematics, followed by; 2. NTA score in Aptitude Test, followed by; 3. NTA score in Planning Based Questions, followed by; 4. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in all the subjects in the Test, followed by; 5. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Mathematics (Part- I) in the Test, followed by; 6. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Aptitude Test (Part- II) in the Test, followed by; 7. Candidate with less proportion of a number of attempted incorrect answers and correct answers in Planning Based Questions (Part-III) in the Test followed by; 8. If there is a tie even after this, candidates will be assigned the same rank. |
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IIT JEE Mains 2025: Marking Scheme and Scoring Details
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Correct Answer: Awarded four marks (+4).
- Incorrect Answer: Deducts one mark (-1).
- Unanswered or Marked for Review: No marks awarded (0).
- Multiple Correct Options: If more than one option is correct, candidates who select any of the correct options will receive four marks (+4).
- All Correct Options: If all options are deemed correct, four marks (+4) are awarded to every candidate who attempted the question.
- Dropped Questions: If any question is deemed invalid, full marks will be given to all candidates for that question to ensure fairness.
Numerical Value Questions (Section B)
- Correct Answer: Awarded four marks (+4).
- Incorrect Answer: Deducts one mark (-1).
- Unanswered or Marked for Review: No marks awarded (0).
- Dropped Questions: If a question is incorrect due to human or technical error, full marks (+4) will be given to all candidates.
- Rounding Off: For calculations, candidates should use any provided constants, rounding answers to the nearest integer where required.
This detailed scoring system for JEE Mains 2025 allows candidates to prepare confidently, knowing how each response impacts their overall score.
Duration of IIT JEE Mains-2025 Test
The total time duration for Paper 1 (B.E. / B. Tech.) is given in the table below:
| Paper | Subjects | Total Time Duration | |
| For Non-PwD/PwBD Candidates | For PwD /PwBD Candidates (who are eligible for scribe) | ||
| Paper 1 (B.E. / B. Tech.) | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics | 03 hours | 04 hours |
Total time duration for Paper 2A (B. Arch), Paper 2B (B. Planning) and Paper 2A (B. Arch) & Paper 2B (B. Planning) both are given in the table below:
| Paper | Subjects | Total Time Duration | |
| For Non-PwD/PwBD Candidates | For PwD /PwBD Candidates (who are eligible for scribe) |
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| Paper 2A (B. Arch) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Drawing Test | 03 hours | 04 hours |
| Paper 2B (B. Planning) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Planning Based Questions | 03 hours | 04 hours |
| Paper 2A (B. Arch) and Paper 2B (B. Planning) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, and Planning Based Questions |
03 hours 30 minutes | 04 hours 10 minutes |
IIT JEE Mains 2025: Exam Duration and Timing Details
Paper 1 (B.E./B. Tech)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Duration for Non-PwD Candidates: 3 hours
- Duration for PwD Candidates (Eligible for Scribe): 4 hours
Paper 2A (B. Arch)
- Subjects: Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test
- Duration for Non-PwD Candidates: 3 hours
- Duration for PwD Candidates (Eligible for Scribe): 4 hours
Paper 2B (B. Planning)
- Subjects: Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-Based Questions
- Duration for Non-PwD Candidates: 3 hours
- Duration for PwD Candidates (Eligible for Scribe): 4 hours
Combined Papers (B. Arch and B. Planning)
- Subjects: Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, Planning-Based Questions
- Duration for Non-PwD Candidates: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Duration for PwD Candidates (Eligible for Scribe): 4 hours 10 minutes
Candidates can refer to these exam durations to effectively plan and pace their preparation for each section of the JEE Mains 2025.
Schedule of Examination for IIT JEE MAINS 2025
| Dates of Examination | Session 1: Between 22 January 2025 and 31 January 2025 Session 2: Between 01 April 2025 and 08 April 2025 (Exact date, shift, and city of examination for Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech and Paper 2A: B. Arch and Paper 2B: B. Planning will be made available to the Candidates on their Admit Cards) |
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| Mode of Examination | Paper 1: B.E. / B. Tech | “Computer Based Test (CBT)” mode only | |
| Paper 2A: B.Arch. | Part-I: Mathematics and Part-II: Aptitude Test in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode only |
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| Part-III: Drawing Test in “Pen and Paper” (offline) mode, to be attempted on the Drawing sheet of A4 size. | |||
| Paper 2B: B. Planning | Part-I: Mathematics Part-II: Aptitude Test, and Part-III: Planning Based MCQs in “Computer Based Test (CBT)” mode only |
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| Timing of Examination | Duration of Examination | First Shift | Second Shift |
| 3 Hours (Paper 1, 2A, 2B) |
09.00 A.M. to 12.00 Noon (IST) |
03.00 P.M. to 06.00 P.M. (IST) |
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| 3 Hours 30 Minutes (Paper 2A & 2B) | 09.00 A.M. to 12.30 P.M. (IST) |
03.00 P.M. to 06.30 P.M. (IST) |
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| Entry in the Examination Centre/Hall/ Room, frisking, biometric registration/ record of manual attendance by Invigilator, document verification/ cross- checking of Admit Card, signature, and photo match to be completed by Invigilator, etc. | 07.00 A.M. to 08.30 A.M. | 01.00 P.M. to 02.30 P.M. | |
| Instructions by the Invigilator(s) | 08.30 A.M. to 08.50 A.M. | 02.30 P.M. to 02.50 P.M. | |
| Candidates login to read instructions | 08.50 A.M. | 02.50 P.M. | |
| Test Commences | 09.00 A.M. | 03.00 P.M. | |
IIT JEE Mains 2025: Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
Step 1: Register for the Application Form
- Start by registering on the official portal to receive a system-generated Application Number.
- Complete the registration form by entering personal details, creating a unique password, selecting a security question, and answering it.
- After submission, an Application Number will be generated, which candidates should keep for all future steps and references. This number applies to both sessions of JEE Mains 2025.
- For each subsequent login, candidates will use this Application Number along with their password.
Step 2: Complete the Application Form
- Log in with your Application Number and password to access the main application form.
- Fill out all required information, including personal details, choice of paper, preferred exam cities, and educational qualifications.
- Upload scanned images as per specifications:
- Photograph: Recent color passport-size with 80% face visible, against a white background; format JPG/JPEG, 10 kb to 300 kb.
- Signature: JPG/JPEG format, 10 kb to 50 kb.
- Class X Certificate: PDF format, 10 kb to 300 kb.
- PwD Certificate (if applicable): PDF format, 10 kb to 300 kb.
- Note: Upload only your own documents and images as correction facilities may not be available later. Any misuse will be considered an Unfair Means (UFM) practice and lead to actions as per the Information Bulletin.
Step 3: Payment of Fees
- After completing Steps 1 and 2, proceed to the fee payment section.
- Pay the application fee via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. Additional processing charges and GST may apply.
- Upon successful payment, a Confirmation Page will be generated. If not, contact the bank for a refund, as the transaction may be incomplete. You will need to attempt the payment again to ensure your application is processed.
Ensure that each step is completed accurately to avoid delays or issues in your application process. Following these steps correctly guarantees that your IIT JEE Mains 2025 application is successfully submitted.