JEE Mains 2025: Scheme and Pattern of Exam; Check the Changes
The JEE (Main) - 2025 is being conducted in 02 (two) sessions for admissions in the next academic session.
JEE (Main) - 2025 Session 1 for Paper 1 (B.E. / B. Tech.) will be held between 22 January and 31 January 2025 and Session 2 will be held between 01 April and 08 April 2025 tentatively.
Below is the scheme, exam pattern and marking scheme details.
JEE Main 2025 Scheme of Examination
|
Paper |
Subjects |
Type of Questions |
Mode of Examination |
|
Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech. |
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry |
Objective Type - MCQs and questions with numerical answers; equal weightage to Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
|
Paper 2A: B. Arch. |
Part I: Mathematics |
Objective Type - MCQs and questions with numerical answers |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
|
Part II: Aptitude Test |
Objective Type - MCQs |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
|
|
Part III: Drawing Test |
Questions to test drawing aptitude |
Pen and Paper Based (offline), A4 size sheet |
|
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Paper 2B: B. Planning |
Part I: Mathematics |
Objective Type - MCQs and questions with numerical answers |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
|
Part II: Aptitude Test |
Objective Type - MCQs |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
|
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Part III: Planning-Based Questions |
Objective Type - MCQs |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode only |
Also Read : JEE Main 2025 Application Procedure
JEE Main 2025 Pattern of Examination
Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech. (CBT Mode)
|
Subject |
Section A |
Section B |
Marks |
|
Mathematics |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
Physics |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
Chemistry |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
Total |
75 |
15 |
300 |
Important Points:
- Each subject has two sections:
- Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Section B: Numerical value-type questions
- Negative marking applies for incorrect answers in both sections.
- Section B requires candidates to input answers using a virtual numeric keypad.
Marking Scheme for Examination
|
Type of Question |
Correct Answer |
Incorrect Answer |
Unanswered/Marked for Review |
|
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
+4 marks |
-1 mark |
0 marks |
|
Numerical Value Type Questions |
+4 marks |
-1 mark |
0 marks |
Duration of Test
|
Paper |
Subjects |
Total Time for Non-PwD/PwBD Candidates |
Total Time for PwD/PwBD Candidates (with scribe) |
|
Paper 1 (B.E./B. Tech.) |
Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
03 hours |
04 hours |
|
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 and 2B Combined |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, and Planning-Based Questions |
03 hours 30 minutes |
04 hours 10 minutes |
Note: Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour is provided for PwD/PwBD candidates who are eligible for a scribe.