By: Kandarp Patel
Creating and following a proper study plan is important for clearing and securing high marks in examinations like JEE Advanced. Focus on enhancing speed and managing time during preparation would help in reaching the desired goals.
JEE Advanced, the higher version of JEE Mains is one of the most important exams. Securing high marks in JEE Advanced, a student could get admission in IITs
This article is for the students who have scored 95 percentile or more in JEE Mains 2020 and are preparing for JEE Advanced. In this article, some important strategies and effective tips basis my own experience to score high are discussed.
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Studying and understanding JEE Advanced Pattern completely could make the work easier to prepare for the exam. The pattern of JEE Advanced is discussed below:
- JEE Advanced is a Computer-based exam (CBT). There are two papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2) in JEE Advanced
- Both the papers are compulsory and the duration of each paper is three hours
- There are objective type questions including numerical questions and multiple-choice or options type questions
- Both papers have 3 sections i.e. Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
- As the no. of questions is not fixed, hence, total marks could not be defined
Marking scheme of JEE Advanced for each paper is as follows:
Paper – 1:
| Question Type |
Marks Allotted |
Negative Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 correct answer |
+3 |
-1 |
| 1 or more correct answer |
+4 |
-1 |
| Numerical Value-Based Answer |
+3 |
0 |
Paper – 2:
| Question Type |
Marks Allotted |
Negative Marks |
|---|---|---|
| List Match Sets |
+3 |
-1 |
| 1 or more correct answer |
+4 |
-1 |
| Numerical Value Based Answer |
+3 |
0 |
Preparation Strategy
As mentioned above, JEE Advanced is one of the difficult entrance exams.
- To secure high marks, students should learn and understand the basic concepts of each subject and work on enhancing the numerical and analytical ability.
- Allot at least 8 to 10 hours daily for preparation.
- Avoid studying all the three subjects in a day; this would lead to confusion Instead, try to cover only 2 subjects in a day as per the topics..
- Practise each topic regularly to score well in all the subjects.
- Attempt as many mock tests as and try to complete these within the stipulated time. For example, if the exam time is 9.00 am to 12.00 pm, then try to give a mock test in that particular time; this would help in managing the time effectively and reducing stress level.
The important topics for JEE Advanced 2020 (subject-wise) based on previous year papers analysis are mentioned below:
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- Polymers
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- Electromagnetic Induction
- Magnetic Effects of Current
- Electromagnetic Waves
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- Photoelectric Effect
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- 3D Geometry
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- Curves
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- Definite Integration
- Matrices
- Determinants Continuity & Differentiability
About the Author:
Kandarp Patel is a student at Nirma University, Ahemdabad, pursuing Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering (final year). He is also a campus representative with Shiksha.com since 2016.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
The JEE Advanced last round closing rank was 1434. Students with a valid JEE Advanced rank need to participate in the JoSAA round for admission to BTech in CSE course.
Contributor-Level 8
Answered 3 days ago
No, you can get admission at IIT Goa with a rank of 20,000 if you belong to the General AI category. For this category, the maximum rank accepted was 14290 for the BTech in Mechanical Engineering course. Hence, General AI category students need a rank of at least 14290 to be eligble for admission. C
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IIT Tirupati BTech cutoff 2026 for the BTech course ranged from 6030 (CSE) to 17682 (Civil Engineering) in the last round (Round 5) for the General AI category. To know the IIT Tirupati cutoff category-wise for 2026 for the BTech course, see the table below. Please note that these are closing rank
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
You are not eligible for JEE (Advanced) 2027 because your first appearance for Class 12 was in 2025. For JEE (Advanced) 2027 candidates must have taken their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2026 or 2027. Since your first appearance was in 2025 you fall outside this
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, Indian students can apply for TU Munich Admissions directly after Class 12th, provided they meet the minimum qualifying JEE Advanced score requirement and other program-specific entry requirements.
Students without a JEE Advanced score, will either have to enroll in the Studienkolleg or complete
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Answered a month ago
Technical University of Munich generally accepts a JEE Advanced score only for the immediate academic intake to the year the exam was passed (usually within one year).
Universities like TU Munich assess students based on current admission rules, and hence using a scorecard older than admission year i
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
No, the Technical University of Munich does not accept JEE Advanced scores for Master's programs. For entry to PG programs, students need to have completed a UG degree from a recognised Indian college or university, submit relevant documents, and meet the program-specific criteria.
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Answered a month ago
While evaluating opening and closing rank trends, JEE Advanced cutoffs, and branch allocation dynamics for civil engineering at IIT Bhubaneswar provides a helpful baseline for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative to elevate your engineering
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Answered 2 months ago
The IIT GANDHINAGAR JEE Advanced closing ranksfor the General (open) female only category in 2026 ranked from roughly 5,437 for computer Science and engineering up to 20270 for civil engineering.
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered 2 months ago
IIT BHU CSE cutoff 2026 ranged from 1436 in the first round to 1439 in the last round for the General category under the All India quota. Hence, a rank of at least 1439 is needed to qualify for admission to the CSE course. Check the table below to know the overall cutoff range for other categories.
| Category | IIT BHU CSE cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 1436 - 1439 |
| OBC | 601 - 601 (R1) |
| SC | 313 - 373 |
| ST | 161 - 170 |
| EWS | 245 - 245 (R1) |
| PWD | 66 - 66 (R1) |
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