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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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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| Course | 2026 |
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| B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering | 8469 |
| B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering | 3743 |
| B.Tech. in Civil Engineering | 11023 |
| B.Tech. in Materials Engineering | 11173 |
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 2144 |
| B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence | 2341 |
| B.Tech. in Integrated Circuit Design and Technology | 4328 |
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