JEE Main 2022 Preparation: Important Tips & Study Plan for IIT JEE Preparation

Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2027 ( JEE Main )

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JEE Main 2027 Exam Date Session 1

22 Jan '27 - 24 Jan '27

Updated on Sep 24, 2021 13:09 IST
JEE Main 2022 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in four session: February, March, April and May. The exact schedule and JEE Main 2022 exam date will be announced soon. JEE Main exam is held for three separate courses, B.Tech, B.Arch and B.Plan. Paper 1 is conducted for B.Tech, Paper 2A for B.Arch and Paper 2B for B.Plan.

Here is all you need to know about JEE Main 2022 preparation, including pattern, syllabus, best books, preparation tips and previous year JEE Main papers.

JEE Main 2022 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in four session: February, March, April and May. The exact schedule and JEE Main 2022 exam date will be announced soon. JEE Main exam is held for three separate courses, B.Tech, B.Arch and B.Plan. Paper 1 is conducted for B.Tech, Paper 2A for B.Arch and Paper 2B for B.Plan. With a little time in hand, students are advised to start preparing as early as possible. Check preparation plan, tips and tricks on how to crack JEE Main 2022.

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Table of contents
  • How to Prepare for JEE Main 2022
  • JEE Main 2022 Study Plan
  • Important Tips and Tricks for JEE Main Preparation
  • JEE Main Preparation Tips & Strategies by Toppers
  • FAQs Regarding JEE Main 2022 Preparation

How to Prepare for JEE Main 2022

The right approach accompanied by a preparation plan is all required to ace JEE Main 2022. Students are provided here detailed preparation plan and guide to study effectively for the exam. Check out the JEE Main preparation plan below;

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  1. Check JEE Main syllabus
  2. Understand JEE Main exam pattern
  3. Analyze JEE Main previous year question papers
  4. Select best books for JEE Main 2022 preparation
  5. Make a time table for studying with dedicated time for each subject and revision
  6. Revise regularly what you study
  7. Solve mock test papers

JEE Main 2022 Study Plan

Cracking JEE Main is surely not an easy task and requires complete dedication towards the study. But one thing which can make the preparation easy is to study in a planned manner with a strategy. Check the detailed study plan for JEE Main 2022.

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Check JEE Main Syllabus

Clear understanding of JEE Main syllabus is very important in preparation. Students need to know what has to be studied. JEE Main 2022 syllabus for Paper 1 covers class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics subjects. Syllabus for each paper is provided by NTA and the same is also given below. Students should also know JEE Main syllabus with weightage to get idea of topics which are asked more over others.

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Check JEE Main 2022 Syllabus JEE Mains syllabus with weightage

All questions asked in the JEE Main exam are from the prescribed syllabus. Experts advise not to go beyond the exam syllabus as the JEE Main syllabus itself is very exhaustive and covers almost all the aspects of the exam. Once you have covered the entire exam syllabus, focus on some important topics that have heavy weightage in the JEE Main question paper. Focusing on important topics increases your chances of scoring high. Take a look at the enlisted important topics for JEE Main 2022:

Subject wise JEE Main preparation strategy

JEE Main question paper is divided into three sections – Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. All three sections are equally important and therefore, aspirants should ensure that they cover the syllabus for all three sections. Given below are some section-wise tips on how to prepare for JEE Mains 2022:

JEE Main Physics Preparation Tips

Physics is all about concepts and logic. Sometimes the subject can get tougher especially when the questions start getting more conceptual. It is a subject that is feared by a lot of JEE Main aspirants and most of them give up on physics very soon. Due to the same reason, it is really important to know the difficulty level and weightage of various topics.

Read more: Most scoring topics in Physics for JEE Main

JEE Main Chemistry Preparation Tips

Chemistry is a subject that is generally ignored by JEE aspirants because it involves a lot of memorization. However, if studied in the right manner, most of the concepts in chemistry are quite intuitive and logical. Chemistry is divided into three units – Physical chemistry, Organic chemistry and Inorganic chemistry.

Questions in chemistry require a balance of analytical and memorization skills. For instance, questions in physical chemistry are purely analytical, inorganic chemistry has questions that require memorization while organic chemistry has questions that often form a balance between the two.

Read more: Most scoring topics in Chemistry for JEE

JEE Main Mathematics Preparation Tips

Mathematics for JEE is said to have an exhaustive syllabus because of the countless number of topics. Also, the mathematics syllabus differs for JEE Main, Advanced and board exams. As a result, it becomes extremely challenging for aspirants to manage the subject altogether. In order to overcome this challenge, aspirants have to play smart and try to focus more on topics that are most scoring.

Read more: Most scoring topics in Mathematics for JEE Main

Understand JEE Main Exam Pattern

Questions asked in JEE Main exam is objective in nature (MCQs). Since there is a provision of negative marking, it is important for candidates to ensure that they are 100 per cent correct while marking answers. Guesswork might not work when solving JEE Main question paper. Here’s a quick go through JEE Main exam pattern:

JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern Highlights

Particulars

Paper 1 (B.Tech/B.E.)

Paper 2A (B.Arch)

Paper 2B (B.Plan)

Exam mode

Online

Online (Mathematics and Aptitude) and offline (Drawing test)

Online

Number of sections

Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

Drawing, Mathematics and Aptitude

Mathematics, Aptitude and Planning

Duration of exam

3 hours (180 minutes)

3 hours (180 minutes)

3 hours (180 minutes)

Number of questions

75

82

105

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Mathematics and Aptitude: MCQ

Drawing: Questions to test drawing and sketching skills

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Marks

300 marks

400 marks

400

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi, English and Gujarati

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi, English and Gujarati

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi, English and Gujarati

JEE Main Marking scheme

+4 marks for the correct answer; -1 mark for the incorrect answer

+4 marks for the correct answer; -1 mark for an incorrect answer

+4 marks for the correct answer; -1 mark for an incorrect answer

Analyze JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers

JEE Main question papers play a very important role in the preparation of exam like JEE Main. Previous year JEE Main question papers will help in analyzing the difficulty level of exam, topics with weightage and important chapters. Also, solving previous year JEE Main question papers will help evaluating the preparation level, strong and weak points and time management.

Check Previous Year JEE Main Question Papers

Select Best books for JEE Main Preparation 2022

A sound exam preparation largely depends upon the books you study from, so take a look at the list of best books for JEE Main:

Best books for JEE Main physics

Book

Author

NCERT textbooks of class 11 and 12

NCERT

Concepts of Physics Volume 1 and 2

H.C. Verma

Mechanics Part 1 & 2

D.C. Pandey

Understanding Physics for JEE Main & JEE Advanced

Best books for JEE Main chemistry

NCERT textbooks of class 11 and 12

NCERT

Organic Chemistry

Morrison & Boyd/ Solomon and Fryhle

A Guide to Mechanism in Organic Chemistry

Peter Sykes

Concise Inorganic Chemistry

J.D. Lee

Text Books for Inorganic Chemistry for Competitions

O.P. Tondon

Best books for JEE Main mathematics

NCERT textbooks of class 11 and 12

NCERT

Differential Calculus for IIT-JEE

Amit Agarwal

Integral Calculus for IIT-JEE

Calculus and Analytical Geometry

Thomas and Finney

Problems in Calculus of One Variable

I.A. Maron

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Make Time Table for Studies

Studying as per a fixed time table can be of great help. It is advised that students make a time table with dedicated time for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Also, assign a time slot for revision. It is very important to revise what you study. The best practice would be to revise all you study in a day before going to bed.

Solve JEE Main Mock Test

It is very much advised that students solve mock tests regularly. Solving mock tests will help in analyzing the preparation leve and also improve problem solving habits. It is advised that students solve online mock tests in a controlled environment of three hours duration. Candidates can opt for NTA portal to solve JEE Main free mock tests or any other website which provides mock tests.

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Important Tips and Tricks for JEE Main Preparation

Tips and tricks by experts are very important during the course of preparation. It will help in making the preparation easier and acieve the goal in a smarter manner. Check out the tips and tricks for JEE Main preparation below

  • Make short notes of important formulas and topics. Use these short notes for revision.
  • Study regularly and don't skip the time table.
  • Revise the topics daily which you study
  • Solve chapter wise mock tests after completion of a chapter and full length mock tests after the entire syllabus is completed.
  • Practice time management. It is very important that you utilize three hours in exam hall effectively without anxiety.

JEE Main Preparation Tips & Strategies by Toppers

Here are a few articles on JEE Main preparation strategy as shared by JEE Main 2021 toppers. The articles include their study plan, timetable, approach to the question paper and exam day tips:

JEE Main 2021 Toppers

JEE Main 2021 Percentile and Preparation Strategy

Rohit Kumar

JEE Main 2021 NTA Score: 100 Percentile

Prep Strategy: Be focused on your target and be confident about your preparation. Take guidance from teachers and mentors and study from the best books.

Click here to read his interview

Ranjim Prabal

JEE Main 2021 NTA Score: 100 Percentile

Prep Strategy: Clear your basics in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics by following NCERT. Focus on weak topics and then finish the easier ones.

Click here to read his interview

Siddhant Mukherjee

JEE Main 2021 NTA Score: 100 Percentile

Prep Strategy: Solved previous year papers of JEE Main and identify the topics with higher weightage or the ones that needed more extensive preparation. Focus on minimising mistakes by analyzing the patterns

Click here to read his interview

Ananth Krishna Kidambi

JEE Main 2021 NTA Score: 100 Percentile

Prep Strategy: Prepare and revise according to the JEE main syllabus of all three subjects and try to solve past year question papers to avoid silly mistakes during the exam.

Click here to read his interview

Guramrit Singh

JEE Main 2021 NTA Score: 100 Percentile

Prep Strategy: Focus on what teachers advise to study and take proper guidance from them. Do not use social media during this preparation time.

Click here to read his interview

Check JEE Main 2021 Toppers with name and marks

FAQs Regarding JEE Main 2022 Preparation

Q. When the JEE Main 2022 exam will be held?

A. JEE Main 2022 date has not been announced by NTA. JEE Main 2022 is slated to be conducted in four sessions this year in February, March, April and May. The exact schedule and JEE Main exam date 2022 will be announced soon.

Q. What type of questions are asked in JEE Main exam?

A. JEE Main 2022 will comprise Multiple Choice Question (MCQs) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions. Drawing section will comprise of questions to test the drawing and sketching skills of students.

Q. How can I prepare for JEE Main 2022 without coaching?

A. Coaching is a guiding unit for the candidates, however, the preparation for any exam always depends on a candidate’s dedication. For JEE Main, students must begin with clearing the basics. After that, they must attempt different types of questions to have a better conceptual understanding. Students must take frequent mock tests and work on their strengths and weaknesses.

Q. How to prepare for JEE Main from Class 11?

A. Two years is more than enough to prepare for JEE Main. Candidates should start with enhancing their grasp over NCERT books and strengthening their conceptual base. Thereafter, candidates can move to the core books for preparation.

Q. Where should I concentrate more on, Class 12 exams or JEE Main 2021?

A. As per the experts, more emphasis should be given to class 12 board exams. This is so because if a candidate fails to score well in class 12 exams then he or she will not get a good college through JEE Main 2021.

Q. I am not able to prepare for JEE Main 2022? Should I prepare for only Class 12 board exams?

A. Well, if you feel that you are not fully prepared for JEE Main 2022, it is advisable to concentrate more on board exams. However, keep preparing for JEE Main simultaneously together as the syllabus is almost the same.

Q. What is the syllabus for JEE Main 2022?

A. NTA has released the JEE Main 2022 syllabus for BE/BTech, BArch and BPlanning papers. To check it, students can click here.

Q. Is one month sufficient for JEE Main preparation?

A. To prepare for JEE Main in a month, students must focus on the important chapters and solve different questions. This is the only way to stay ahead in the JEE Main preparation strategy.

Q. From where can I get JEE Main mock test for free?

A. NTA has released the JEE Main 2022 mock tests for all the aspirants. Students can visit the official site to attempt the mock tests.

Q. Please provide me with the important study materials for JEE Main?

A. You can find the important JEE Main study materials in the article above.

Q. Are NCERT books enough for JEE Main 2022 preparation?

A. Only NCERT books are not enough for JEE Main preparation. These books cover most of the JEE Main syllabus, but it is advised to check other books too for better clarity and understanding of concepts.
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