JEE Main 2027 — Quick Overview
Paper 1, Paper 2A and Paper 2B at a glanceThe Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 is conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency) twice a year — Session 1 in January and Session 2 in April. JEE Main is the gateway to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and also qualifies the top 2.5 lakh candidates for JEE Advanced (IIT admission).
There are three papers in JEE Main: Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech, Paper 2A for B.Arch and Paper 2B for B.Plan. Most students appear for Paper 1. Understanding the pattern is the first step towards effective preparation.
Best of Two Sessions: A candidate's best score from Session 1 and Session 2 (if they appear in both) is considered for the final JEE Main percentile and rank.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern — Overview
All key parameters at a glance| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | JEE Main — Joint Entrance Examination (Main) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — Online Mode |
| Sessions | Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April) — best score counted |
| Papers | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Plan) |
| Duration (Paper 1) | 3 Hours (3 hr 20 min for PwD candidates) |
| Total Questions (Paper 1) | 90 Questions set, 75 to be attempted |
| Question Type | MCQ (Section A) + Numerical Value (Section B) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks (Paper 1) |
| Correct Answer | +4 Marks |
| Wrong Answer | −1 Mark (MCQ only) |
| Unattempted | 0 Marks (no penalty) |
| Medium / Language | 13 Languages — English, Hindi and 11 regional languages |
| Admission Through | NITs, IIITs, GFTIs + qualifies for JEE Advanced (IIT admission) |
Subject-wise Marks & Questions Breakdown
Physics · Chemistry · Mathematics — Paper 1Physics
Modern Physics, Waves, Optics
Chemistry
NCERT-based questions
Mathematics
Geometry, Trigonometry, Vectors
| Subject | Questions | Marks | % of Paper | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⚙️ Physics | 25 | 100 | 33.3% | High |
| ⚗️ Chemistry | 25 | 100 | 33.3% | High |
| 📐 Mathematics | 25 | 100 | 33.3% | High |
| 📊 Total | 75 | 300 | 100% | Equal weightage |
Important: In Section B (Numerical), there is NO negative marking. Students can attempt all 10 numerical questions per subject without penalty for wrong answers — only the best 5 are considered. Attempting all 10 is risk-free.
Detailed Exam Pattern — Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
Section A (MCQ) + Section B (Numerical) per subject| Subject | Section | Type | Questions | Marks | Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A | MCQ (4 options, 1 correct) | 20 | 80 | +4 / −1 |
| Section B | Numerical (attempt 5 of 10) | 10 (5) | 20 | +4 / 0 | |
| Chemistry | Section A | MCQ (4 options, 1 correct) | 20 | 80 | +4 / −1 |
| Section B | Numerical (attempt 5 of 10) | 10 (5) | 20 | +4 / 0 | |
| Mathematics | Section A | MCQ (4 options, 1 correct) | 20 | 80 | +4 / −1 |
| Section B | Numerical (attempt 5 of 10) | 10 (5) | 20 | +4 / 0 | |
| TOTAL | 75 (attempt) | 300 | — | ||
JEE Main is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The paper is available in 13 languages. Duration is 3 hours (3 hr 20 min for PwD candidates).
JEE Main Marking Scheme
+4 for correct MCQ · −1 for wrong MCQ · 0 for numerical wrongSarthak Expert Tip: Since numerical questions carry zero negative marking, attempt all 10 per subject even with partial confidence — only your best 5 are scored. For MCQs, attempt only when 70%+ confident to avoid the −1 penalty.
JEE Main Syllabus Overview
Class XI + XII NCERT-aligned — Physics · Chemistry · MathematicsThe JEE Main syllabus spans Class XI and XII Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, closely aligned with NCERT. Key focus areas for each subject:
| Subject | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| ⚙️ Physics | Units, Dimensions & Kinematics; Laws of Motion & Friction; Work, Energy & Power; Rotational Motion; Gravitation; Fluid Mechanics; SHM & Waves; Thermodynamics & KTG; Electrostatics; Current Electricity; Magnetic Effects; EMI & AC; Optics; Modern Physics; Semiconductors & Communication |
| ⚗️ Chemistry | Mole Concept & Stoichiometry; Atomic Structure; Chemical Bonding (VBT, MOT, VSEPR); States of Matter; Thermodynamics; Chemical & Ionic Equilibrium; Redox & Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics; Surface Chemistry; Organic Basics; Hydrocarbons & Halides; Carbonyl & Carboxylic Compounds; Amines, Polymers, Biomolecules; p-Block & d-f Block; Coordination Compounds |
| 📐 Mathematics | Sets, Relations & Functions; Complex Numbers & Quadratic Eqns; Matrices & Determinants; Permutations & Combinations; Binomial Theorem; Sequences & Series; Limits & Continuity; Differentiation & Applications; Integration; Differential Equations; Coordinate Geometry 2D & 3D; Vectors; Probability & Statistics; Trigonometry |
JEE Main 2026 — Session Schedule
Registration and exam dates for both sessions| Milestone | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Session 1 Registration | October – November 2025 |
| Session 1 Exam | January 2026 |
| Session 2 Registration | February – March 2026 |
| Session 2 Exam | April 2026 |
| Results | Within 10 days of the last exam date of each session |
Eligibility Criteria
Who can appear for JEE Main| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | Class XII (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Minimum Marks (Gen) | 75% aggregate in Class XII (or top 20 percentile in board) |
| Minimum Marks (SC/ST) | 65% aggregate in Class XII |
| Age Limit | No age limit for JEE Main (removed from 2021) |
| Number of Attempts | Maximum 3 consecutive years after passing Class XII |
| Year of Appearing | Passed Class XII in 2024 or 2025, OR appearing in 2026 |
Expert Preparation Tips — Sarthak Classes Faculty
Subject-wise strategy from our JEE faculty📖 Master NCERT First
80% of JEE Main Chemistry and 70% of Physics basics come directly from NCERT. Read every line before moving to advanced problem sets.
📝 DPP Practice Daily
Solve a minimum of 30 questions per day per subject. Sarthak Classes' DPP sheets are calibrated exactly to JEE Main level.
🎯 Attempt Both Sessions
Session 1 is a practice run. Learn from mistakes, fix gaps, and perform better in Session 2 — your best score counts.
⏱️ Time Management
3 hours for 75 questions = 2.4 min/question. Practice speed with timed mock tests every week.
📊 Focus on High-Weightage
Mechanics, Calculus, Coordination Chemistry and Organic Chemistry — master these four areas for 40%+ marks.
🔁 Revise Previous Year Papers
Solve the last 10 years' JEE Main papers. NTA frequently repeats concept-based questions with new numbers.