Check JEE Main Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics chapter wise questions and marks distribution on this page below.
National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main for admission of the students to the Bachelor of Technology (BTech)/ Bachelor of Engineering (BE) and Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)/ Bachelor of Planning (BPlan). The BE/BTech exam is named as Paper 1 whereas BArch/BPlanning exam is named as Paper 2. NTA had revised the exam pattern of JEE Main Paper 1 and Paper 2 in 2019.
JEE Main exam pattern tells about the structure of JEE Main question paper. Aspirants get the knowledge of total no. of sections, total no. of questions in each section, total marks of each section, etc. through the exam pattern. Aspirants should also know about the JEE Main 2020 chapter wise questions & total marks distribution. It will make the JEE Main preparation journey, a little easier.
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Before starting the preparation, aspirants should have a well understanding of the chapters mentioned in JEE Main syllabus. The syllabus analysis will help in prioritizing the topics and making a strategy for the preparation. Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 is available on this page which will play a crucial role in the exam preparation. This distribution of chapter wise questions and marks of JEE Main is made after analyzing the last years’ examination.
- Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Chemistry
- Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Physics
- Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Mathematics
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Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Chemistry
| Chapters |
Total Questions |
Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Mole Concept |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Redox Reactions |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Electrochemistry |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Chemical Kinetics |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Solution & Colligative Properties |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| General Organic Chemistry |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Stereochemistry |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Hydrocarbon |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Alkyl Halides |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Carboxylic Acids & their Derivatives |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Carbohydrates, Amino-Acids, and Polymers |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Aromatic Compounds |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Atomic Structure |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Chemical Bonding |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Chemical And Ionic Equilibrium |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Solid-State And Surface Chemistry |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Nuclear & Environmental Chemistry |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Thermodynamics & the Gaseous State |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Transition Elements & Coordination Compounds |
3 Questions |
9.9% Weightage |
| Periodic table, s and p-Block Elements |
3 Questions |
9.9% Weightage |
Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Physics
| Chapters |
Total Questions |
Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Electrostatics |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Capacitors |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Simple Harmonic Motion |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Sound Waves |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Elasticity |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Error in Measurement |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Circular Motion |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Electromagnetic Waves |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Semiconductors |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Communication Systems |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Magnetic Effect of Current and Magnetism |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Alternating Current |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Kinetic Theory of Gases & Thermodynamics |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Kinematics |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Work, Energy, and Power |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Laws of Motion |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Centre Of Mass |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Rotational Dynamics |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Modern Physics |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Wave Optics |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Current Electricity |
3 Questions |
9.9% Weightage |
Chapter wise weightage for JEE Main 2020 – Mathematics
| Chapters |
Total Questions |
Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Sets |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Permutations & Combinations |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Probability |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Complex Numbers |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Binominal Theorem |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Limits |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Differentiability |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Indefinite Integration |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Definite Integration |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Differential Equations |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Height & Distance |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Trigonometric Equations |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| The Area under the Curve |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Quadratic Equations |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Vectors |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Tangents and Normals |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Maxima and Minima |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Statistics |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Parabola |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Ellipse |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Hyperbola |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Mathematical Reasoning |
1 Question |
3.3% Weightage |
| Sequences & Series |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Straight Lines |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| 3-D Geometry |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
| Determinants |
2 Questions |
6.6% Weightage |
Read Important FAQs Here
Q. How to develop a better preparation strategy for JEE Main?
A. Candidates can practice as many previous years' JEE Main question papers and take up as many mock papers as possible.
Q. How can I develop better question-solving skills?
A. We advise candidates to set the time limit and practice questions based on the set time. It will help students to manage time, develop shortcut tricks and understand the level of questions. They can also practice as many previous years' JEE Main question papers for better results and performance.
Q. Will the NTA release JEE Main question paper session wise?
A. Yes! The NTA will release the JEE Main question papers for each session.
Q. Will a student get a copy of question paper and response sheet after the exam is conducted?
A. No! NTA does not give a copy of the question paper and response sheet after the exam.
Q. What is the examination mode of JEE Main 2020?
A. JEE Main exam 2020 will be conducted in online mode as a Computer Based Test.
Q. When will the NTA release question papers of JEE Main 2020 for the April session?
A. The exam conducting body will release the JEE Main April 2020 question papers within two days after the exam.
Q. What are the three papers in JEE Main 2020?
A. There are three papers – BE/BTech, BArch and BPlan. Earlier, BArch and BPlan were considered as one paper.
Q. Is JEE Main question paper of shift 1 different from shift 2?
A. Yes, the JEE Main question papers 2020 for shift 1 and 2 are different. However, there is not much difference between their difficulty levels.
Q. What is the sequence of sections in the JEE Main Paper 1?
A. The sequence of JEE Mains 2020 question paper is - Section 1: Physics, Section 2: Chemistry, Section 3: Mathematics
Q. Will there be any numerical questions in JEE Main 2020?
A. Yes, NTA has introduced numerical based questions for BTech and BPlan papers.
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Student Forum
Answered 12 hours ago
LPU JEE Main cutoff for BTech typically sits around 80 percentile for general category, based on recent trends for high-demand branches like CSE. This opens doors to innovative curriculum with strong industry ties, hands-on projects, and solid placement outcomes the highest packages crossing 50 LPA
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered Yesterday
Students who are applying for BTech admissions at Jain University Bangalore must give the JEE Main exam and meet the required cutoff.
Candidates who have received their session 2 result can follow the steps below:
- Check recent Jain Bangalore cutoffs to compare one's score.
- Apply through the university
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 days ago
With 93.95 percentile in JEE Main (EWS category), your rank is around 65,000–70,000, which gives you realistic chances in newer NITs, some IIITs, and state government colleges.
🎓 Government Colleges You Can Target
- Newer NITs: NIT Agartala, NIT Arunachal Pradesh, NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, NIT Manipur
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
With a JEE Main 2026 percentile of 81.40 and SC category rank of 2,91,970, admission to top NITs like Surathkal, Trichy, Warangal, Allahabad, Jaipur, Calicut is not possible. Their SC cutoffs for even lower branches usually close around 20,000–40,000 rank.
NIT Admission Chances (SC Category)
- Top NITs
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
With a 70 percentile in JEE Main (General category) and being from Andhra Pradesh (AP), here's a clear picture of your admission chances:
What 70 Percentile Means
- Approximate rank: 3,00,000 – 4,50,000.
- NITs/IIITs via JoSAA: Not possible, since even the lowest cutoffs for Civil/Mechanical in newer NITs
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
JoSAA (NIT/IIIT/GFTI): ❌ Not possible.
State Govt Colleges (REAP Rajasthan): ✅ Possible, but mostly in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical.
Private Universities: ✅ Strong chance for CSE/IT/ECE.
👉 My advice:
Fill REAP AND OTHER STATES counseling for Rajasthan government colleges (you may get Civil/Mechanical/E
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
With a JEE Main rank of 81,473, you have a realistic chance of admission to NIT Srinagar, but mostly in branches other than Computer Science or IT. Based on the 2025 cutoffs, you are more likely to get Mechanical, Civil, or possibly Electrical Engineering under the Home State quota.
Admission Chanc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
NIT Puducherry BTech admissions are highly unlikely with 75 percentile in JEE Main, especially for the General category. The institute sees a high cutoff for BTech's All India Quota. With 75 percentile, admission may be possible for reserved categories. Students can check the last year cutoff to kno
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
JECRC Foundation offers seats to candidates via REAP Counselling based on JEE Main scores of the aspirants. The preference is given to candidates with JEE Main scores. Once the seat is allotted, aspirants need to report at the college campus for document verification and fee payment.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 days ago
Aspirants without JEE Main score can get admission in BTech Computer Science & Engineering based on their percentile in Class 12 or Diploma in Engineering and Technology. However, the preference is given to applicants with JEE Main scores.
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Guide-Level 15

What is the LPU JEE main cutoff?