Students’ Speak: Check out the preparation strategy and important topics for JEE Advanced
Joint Entrance Exam - Advanced 2026 ( JEE Advanced )
JEE Advanced 2026 Registration
23 Apr '26 - 2 May '26
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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- Coordination Compounds
- Haloalkanes
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Physics
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- Electrostatics
- Electromagnetic Induction
- Magnetic Effects of Current
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Matter & Fluid Mechanics
- Work Power & Energy Modern Physics
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- Photoelectric Effect
Mathematics
- 3D Geometry
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- Curves
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- Differential Equations
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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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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
On the JEE Main result, candidates can check if they have qualified for the JEE Advanced exam.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 3 weeks ago
No, JEE-Main or JEE-Advanced scores are not required for scholarships at NTU Singapore. Indian students with a strong JEE-Advanced rank are advised to submit scores as it is highly valued, but not mandatory.
Maintaining strong academic scores and extracurriculars are the basic requirements for NTU sc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, students can get admission in IIT Mandi with a rank of 10000 in JEE Advanced. But at this rank, admission to the top specialisations, such as CSE would not be possible. Students can get admission in Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and more. Interested students
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Once the results are live in mid-June, the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling begins. This is the most critical phase where you'll list IIT Dharwad as your preference. The counselling runs through several rounds from late June to July. You'll need to be available during these weeks
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered 2 months ago
IIT Jammu accepts the JEE Advanced entrance exam for BTech admission. For the students belonging to the General AI quota, the cutoff ranks ranged between 5988 and 18156 for BTech admission across multiple specialisations. For the category-wise cutoff range, refer to the table below:
| Category | JEE Advanced Cutoff Range 2025 |
|---|---|
| Genenral | 5988 - 18156 |
| OBC | 2594 - 6153 |
| SC | 1266 - 3346 |
| ST | 763 - 1555 |
| EWS | 811- 2665 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For IIT Palakkad B.Tech. admission, the JEE Advanced closing ranks ranged between 2229 and 5841 for the students belonging to the OBC category. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the JEE Advanced round-wise cutoff range for 2025.
| Round | JEE Advanced Cutoff Range 2025 |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2229 - 5167 |
| 2 | 2293 - 5445 |
| 3 | 1153 - 2990 |
| 4 | 1168 - 2990 |
| 5 | 1182 - 3024 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, if you belong to the General AI category, you can get admission to CSE at IIT Tirupati with a JEE Advanced cutoff rank of 4000. The cutoff rank for admission varies across different categories and rounds. In 2025, for CSE admission, the last round cutoff ranks varied between 4620 and 5034 for t
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
For IIT Tirupati, the JEE Advanced last round closing ranks ranged between 5034 and 16548 for BTech admission in the General category under the AI quota. Likewise, the cutoff range varies across different categories and rounds. For the last round, the category-wise range is given below:
| Category | Last Round Cutoff 2025 |
|---|---|
| General | 5034 - 16548 |
| OBC | 2113 - 5522 |
| SC | 1018 - 3091 |
| ST | 553 - 1376 |
| EWS | 733 - 2434 |
| PWD | 167 - 228 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Candidates must be very careful in filling JEE Advanced application form as the correction facility is not provided post the last date of registration. It is thus advised that candidates verify all the details they fill in the form at least once and make the corrections before the last date to apply
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
If the PwD certificate is valid and issued by the competent authority, it will be considered for availing the reservation. However, it is advsied to get the UDID card before admission process.
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Contributor-Level 10