Best Books for JEE Main 2025 Preparation: Physics, Chemistry & Maths
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
Exam On - 21 Jan '26 - 30 Jan '26
When setting a preparation strategy for JEE Main, it is important to have sound knowledge of the right set of reference books. In this article, we are providing a list of some of the best books for JEE Main 2025 preparation.
NCERT books play a major role in preparing for most of the Engineering entrance exams, and generally, JEE Main toppers also suggest NCERT books as a reference to crack these exams. Besides NCERT, many other books are considered important for JEE Main 2025 preparation. Candidates are provided here with a list of recommended best JEE Main books.
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JEE Mains 2025 exam date session 1 and 2 have been announced by the NTA and candidates should start preparing for the exam. While creating the preparation strategy for JEE Main, one of the most popular engineering exams in India, it is important to have a sound knowledge of the right set of reference books. In this article, we are providing a list of some of the best books one can refer to while preparing for the JEE Main 2025 exam.
- Best Books for JEE Mains 2025 Preparation
- Best Books to Prepare for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2
- JEE Main 2025 Exam Pattern Highlights
Best Books for JEE Mains 2025 Preparation
Chemistry: Chemistry for JEE Mains is subdivided into Organic, Inorganic, and Physical. In the broad scope of its subject, Chemistry is also considered easy to score after Mathematics. However, some students find Chemistry tedious because of the number of calculations, formulae, and theories.
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Best Books for JEE Mains- Organic Chemistry
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Organic Chemistry |
Morrison & Boyd |
| Organic Chemistry |
Solomon and Fryhle |
| A Guide to Mechanisms in Organic Chemistry |
Peter Sykes |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Inorganic Chemistry
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Concise Inorganic Chemistry |
J D Lee |
| Text Books for Inorganic Chemistry for Competitions |
O P Tandon |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Physical Chemistry
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| University Chemistry |
Bruce Mahan |
| Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations |
R C Mukherjee |
| Numerical Chemistry 22/e |
P Bahadur |
Physics: A proper understanding of the fundamentals is required by candidates while preparing for Physics for JEE Main. Fundamental principles are the key to solve the complex numerical in Physics. This makes it mandatory for JEE Main applicants to attain proficiency in solving Physics numerical. Special attention is to be given for Electromagnetics and Mechanics.
Best Books for JEE Mains- Kinematics
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Mechanics Part 1 & 2 |
DC Pandey |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Waves & Thermodynamics
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Understanding Physics for JEE Main & JEE Advanced Waves & Thermodynamics |
DC Pandey |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Electromagnetism
| Book name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Understanding Physics Electricity Magnetism |
DC Pandey |
Mathematics: Mathematics for JEE Main is often considered the most challenging subject in any of the engineering entrance exams. To be able to crack the JEE Main exam, the aspirant needs to have a better understanding of concepts and also thorough the theorems.
Do your research to choose the best book for JEE Main preparation 2026. You can talk to your teachers before you decide. Some books recommended for your preparation are given below:
| Subjects | Books |
| Physics |
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| Chemistry |
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| Mathematics |
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Best Books for JEE Mains- Calculus
| Books Name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Differential Calculus for IIT-JEE |
Amit Agarwal
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| Integral Calculus for IIT-JEE |
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| Calculus and Analytical Geometry |
Thomas and Finney |
| Problems in Calculus of One Variable |
I A Maron |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Trigonometry
| Books Name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Coordinate Geometry for IIT-JEE |
S K Goyal |
| Algebra for JEE Main & Advanced by |
Arihant Publications |
| Vectors & RD Geometry |
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| Trigonometry in JEE Main & Advanced |
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| Course in Mathematics for IIT-JEE |
TMH Publications |
| Higher Algebra 4th Edition |
Hall and Knight |
Best Books for JEE Mains- Probability
| Books Name |
Author Name |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Probability & Theory and Its Application Volume I for JEE Main & JEE Advanced |
William Feller |
| Introduction to Probability & Theory and Its Application Volume II for JEE Main & JEE Advanced by William Feller |
Best Books to Prepare for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2
JEE Main Paper 2 is conducted for admission to BArch and BPlan courses offered at India’s premier institutes. JEE Main Paper 2 entails questions from three sections namely; Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing/Planning. While we have already discussed some of the best books for Mathematics in JEE Main, enlisted below are the books recommended for General Aptitude and Drawing skills of B.Arch aspirants.
- A complete Self-Study Guide for BArch Entrance Examinations by P K Mishra
- NATA & BArch Full Package by NATA360
- A Guide to BArch Entrance Exams with Solved Papers 2013-2016 by GKP
- Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning Book by R S Agarwal
- Architecture Entrance Book by P K Mishra
- BArch/BPlan Aptitude Test for JEE Main by S C Garg
JEE Main 2025 Exam Pattern Highlights
According to the official JEE Main website, JEE Main Paper-I will be divided into three sections
- Part I-Physics
- Part II-Chemistry
- Part III-Mathematics
JEE Main Paper-I will comprise a total of 75 questions with each section carrying 20 objective-type questions and 5 Numerical Value Questions. Candidates will have to attempt all 75 questions. Each question will carry four marks. For every wrong answer, a one-fourth mark will be deducted. The exam will be held in 13 languages including English, Hindi, and Gujarati languages. JEE Main Paper 2 will comprise of Paper 2A (BArch) and Paper 2B (BPlanning). BArch will carry 77 questions while BPlanning will consist of 100 questions.
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Chandigarh University typically starts B.E. admission counselling before the declaration of JEE Main Phase 2 results. This early counselling is mainly conducted through CUCET, allowing students to secure seats and plan their academic journey in advance. JEE Main scores, including Phase 2 results, ca
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Yes, JEE Main-qualified students may receive scholarship-related advantages during counselling for B.E. Mechanical, Mechatronics, and Aerospace Engineering at Chandigarh University. Eligible candidates can be assessed under the Jee scholarship slabs, which can significantly reduce semester fees. Add
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There is no minimum JEE main rankor percentile required to get admission into B.E. Computer Science Engineering at Chandigarh University.JEE scores are mainly used for scholarship eligibility, not as a strict admission cutoff. Students with higher All India Ranks can qualify for fee waivers under CU
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Yes, it is possible to receive a scholarship for B.E. CSE specialisations such as AI & ML and IBM-aligned programs at Chandigarh University based on JEE Main performance. Scholarships are awarded according to All India Rank (AIR), which is derived from JEE percentile. Students securing AIRs within t
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Yes, a good Phase 1 JEE Main score can make a student eligible for merit-based scholarship at Chandigarh University. Scholarships are allocated according to All India Rank (AIR): up to 25,000 AIR for 100% semester fee, 25,001-50,000 for 75% and so on. Phase 1 performance can secure early counseling
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Chandigarh University does not specify a fixed JEE Main percentile cutoff to secure admission into B.E. CSE specialisations such as Full Stack Development or CSE (IoT & AI). JEE Main performance is mainly considered for scholarship eligibility, which is calculated using All India Rank rather than pe
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Beginner-Level 3
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Chandigarh University considers the best available JEE Main score submitted by the student for B.E. admissions, particularly for scholarship assessment. Students can apply after JEE Main Phase 1 and later update their application if they appear for Phase 2. CU follows a student-friendly approach, al
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Contributor-Level 6
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Yes, Chandigarh University allows students to update their application after JEE Main Phase 2 results, ensuring that the best rank or percentile is considered for admission, merit-based scholarships, and counseling. This flexible system benefits candidates who improve their performance in the second
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- Candidates with JEE Main percentile 20 and above are given first priority in the REAP merit list. Then, candidates with JEE Main percentile less than 20 are considered.
- Second priority will be given to the class 12 marks.
- Candidates with DVoc qualifications will be given third priority
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Candidates with JEE Main scores of 20 percentile and above are given priority in REAP merit list. If you do not have JEE Main score, you will get less priority in ranking.
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While NCERT books are good to begin the JEE Mains preparation, students should not study only NCERT. As JEE Mains exam is known to test candidates conceptual and analytical skills, and to have all the knowledge that would help in achieving a good score, candidates must also refer other study materials as recommended by teachers to prepae for the exam.