JEE Mains Exam Pattern 2027 (OUT): How Many Questions are there in JEE Mains, Marking Scheme, Total Marks
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main ( JEE Main )
JEE Main 2027 Registration Session 1
24 Oct '26 - 22 Nov '26
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern: The National Testing Agency has released the JEE Mains exam pattern. Candidates can check the complete paper structure from this page as well as the official webiste.
As per the paper structure, JEE Main exam will consists of three papers - Paper 1 for BE/B.Tech), Paper 2A for BArch), and Paper 2B for BPlan.
- The JEE Main exam for B.E./B. Tech (Paper 1) will consist of three sections - Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, consisting of 75 MCQs carrying 300 marks, and the test will be conducted online as a computer-based test.
- JEE Main Paper 2A (BArch) will consist of 77 questions carrying 400 marks, and the Paper 2B (BPlan) will have 100 MCQs of 400 marks.
- JEE Main Paper 2 will be conducted online except for the drawing section of Paper 2A, which is conducted offline.
- JEE Mains 2027 Exam Pattern Overview
- JEE Main 2027 Subject Wise Paper Structure
- JEE Mains 2027 Total Marks & Marking Scheme
- JEE Mains 2027 Sections and Important Topics
- JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern FAQs
JEE Mains 2027 Exam Pattern Overview
Candidates can check the table below to get an overview of the JEE Main exam pattern for all three papers.
| Aspect |
Paper 1 (BE/BTech) |
Paper 2A (BArch) |
Paper 2B (BPlan) |
| Mode of Exam |
Online (Computer-Based) |
Mathematics & Aptitude: Online Drawing: Offline |
Online (Computer-Based) |
| Subjects |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-based Questions |
| Total Duration |
3 hours |
3 hours |
3 hours |
| Total Marks |
300 marks (100 per subject) |
400 marks |
400 marks |
| Number of Questions |
Physics - 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Chemistry - 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Mathematics - 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) |
Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Aptitude- 50 Drawing- 2 |
Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Aptitude- 50 Planning- 25 |
| Numerical Value Questions |
5 per subject, all compulsory |
5 in Math, attempt all 5 |
5 in Math, all compulsory |
| Question Types |
20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (per subject) |
MCQs (Math & Aptitude), Drawing Tasks (pen & paper) |
MCQs + Numerical Value + Planning-based questions |
| Marking Scheme |
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect |
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
| Languages Offered |
Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc. |
Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc. |
Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc. |
Will there be any change in JEE Main Exam Pattern 2027?
NTA has not announced any changes in the exam pattern of JEE Mains 2027.
However, NTA made updates to its JEE Main pattern in 2025, and as per the new pattern:
- Section B of the JEE Main Question Paper for BE/BTech has no optional questions. There will be only 5 questions per subject in Section B, and students must answer all 5 questions.
- Similarly, in Papers 2A and 2B, there will be no optional questions in the Mathematics section of Section B.
Commonly asked questions
A score of 70 marks in JEE Mains is considered average to below-average for General category students. This corresponds to a percentile around 88 to 91.
To crack JEE Mains on the first attempt, candidates need to start preparation as soon as possible. Get hold of conceptual clarity, consistent speed, and smart time management.
There are two question types in JEE Main exam. Multiple choice questions and numerical ability questions. In MCQ, every question has 4 options with only 1 correct answer. Select the correct option. In numerical ability question type, no options are there. Solve them and write answer using keyword and mouse.
JEE Main 2027 Subject Wise Paper Structure
Commonly asked questions
There are two question types in JEE Main exam. Multiple choice questions and numerical ability questions. In MCQ, every question has 4 options with only 1 correct answer. Select the correct option. In numerical ability question type, no options are there. Solve them and write answer using keyword and mouse.
Students who are in class 12 and would also be appearing in JEE Mains exam mostly find it difficult to manage both their class/school and JEE studies. However, all these students have an advantage over others/droppers aspirants as there are many common topics in class 12 and JEE.
To benefit, they must identify all the topics that are common and study those first. Secondly, cover the topics that have more weightage in class 12 and complete them. Before a few days of JEE Mains, study specifically for JEE. This way, they can manage both class 12 and JEE efficiently.
JEE Mains 2027 Total Marks & Marking Scheme
The table given below provides details of the marking scheme and total marks of JEE Main 2027 exam for Paper 1 & Paper 2.
| Particulars |
BE/BTech Marking Scheme |
BArch Marking Scheme |
BPlan Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer |
+4 (Four marks awarded) |
+4 (Four marks awarded) |
+4 (Four marks awarded) |
| Incorrect Answer |
-1 (One mark deducted) |
-1 (One mark deducted) |
-1 (One mark deducted) |
| Un-attempted Question |
0 (No marks deducted) |
0 (No marks deducted) |
0 (No marks deducted) |
| Marks per section
|
Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks Physics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks Chemistry: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks |
Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks Aptitude Test: 50 questions X 4 marks = 200 marks Drawing test: 2 questions X 50 marks = 100 marks |
Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks Aptitude Test = 50 questions X 4 marks = 200 marks Planning Based Questions = 25 X 4 marks = 100 marks |
JEE Main 2027 Mock Test is a comprehensive Test including Questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. This test will help you to get an idea about the type of questions that will be asked, the exam pattern, and the marking scheme. After taking the test, you can immediately check your score. You can also download the Question Paper along with answers and explanations for Free.
Free JEE Main 2027 Mock TestCommonly asked questions
JEE Mains syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering that almost every topic of JEE syllabus is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, completing the syllabus does not mean that candidates will get a good score. JEE Main exam tests your conceptual and analytical understanding of topics. To get a good score, you need to have good understanding of core concepts and also use to of applying them in solving numerical questions.
Students are not allowed to carry calculators inside the exam centre in JEE Main exam. Students can use the virtual calculator available on the screen during the exam. Virtual calculators will be available on the computer screen of students during the JEE Main exam.
Yes, JEE Main exam has negative marking. 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
JEE Mains 2027 Sections and Important Topics
Sections in JEE Mains 2027 Paper 1 and important topics are as follows:
Mathematics
- Vectors & 3D Geometry: Exceptionally high scoring; focuses on lines, planes, and dot/cross products.
- Calculus: Includes Limits, Continuity, Differentiability, Definite Integrals, and Differential Equations.
- Matrices & Determinants: Highly predictable questions on systems of linear equations.
- Algebra: Sequence & Series, Complex Numbers, and Permutations & Combinations.
Physics
- Modern Physics: Atomic structure, X-rays, Nuclear Physics, and Dual Nature of Matter.
- Electrostatics & Current Electricity: Coulomb's Law, Gauss's Law, Capacitance, and Kirchhoff's Laws.
- Mechanics: Rotational Motion, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy & Power.
- Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory: Heat engines, cyclic processes, and ideal gas behaviour.
- Optics: Wave Optics and Ray Optics.
Chemistry:
- Organic Chemistry: General Organic Chemistry (GOC), Hydrocarbons, and Named Reactions.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Coordination Compounds, Chemical Bonding, and p-block elements.
- Physical Chemistry: Chemical & Ionic Equilibrium, Chemical Kinetics, and Chemical Thermodynamics.
Also Read: JEE Mains 2027 Chapter Wise Weightage
Commonly asked questions
NO, it is compulsory to attempt all questions in the JEE Main exam. The JEE Main exam has negative marking and candidates must answer only those questions for which they know the correct answer. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in JEE Main that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.
JEE Main exam is conducted in online mode as a computer based test. This is conducted in 3 different courses. The exam for B.Tech and B. Plan is completely online while the exam for B.Arch is partially online and drawing part is conducted offline.
Paper 1 has 75 questions where Physics Chemistry and Mathematics, each section has 25 questions. Out of 25 questions, 20 are MCQs and five are numerical value questions. You must answer all 5 numerical value-type questions. All 20 multiple-choice questions are compulsory. Complete all 75 questions in 3 hours.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern FAQs
Check below for the frequently asked questions related to JEE Main exam pattern 2027.
As per the analysis of JEE Main marks vs percentile, 120 marks would be around 95 to 97 percentile.
JEE Mains syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering that almost every topic of JEE syllabus is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, completing the syllabus does not mean that candidates will get a good score. JEE Main exam tests your conceptual and analytical understanding of topics. To get a good score, you need to have good understanding of core concepts and also use to of applying them in solving numerical questions.
JEE Main is conducted for multiple courses and the syllabus is different for each course. The syllabus of JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech) includes class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics topics. For JEE Main paper 2A B.Arch the syllabus consists of Mathematics, General Aptitude and Drawing. Similarly, for JEE Main Paper 2B B. Plan the syllabus is Mathematics, General Aptitude and Planning. Candidates can check and download the detailed topics-wise JEE Main syllabus on the Shiksha page as well as on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Students who are preparing for JEE Main exam are advised to first cover the entire JEE Main syllabus. Covering only the high weightage chapters would decrease their chances of getting full/high score in JEE Main exam. Only after covering the entire syllabus, students can check most important chapters for JEE Mains.
JEE Main question paper is in English, Hindi and language selected when you filled application form. In total, JEE Main is in 13 languages and you can select any language out of available options. You cannot switch language of question paper during exam.
Time required to cover JEE Main syllabus changes from one student to another student. In general, to complete the entire JEE Main syllabus, students would require around 1 year. The ideal time to start preparing for JEE Main is class 11 as the syllabus for JEE and class 11-12 is similar. Students who are studying in class 11 can point out the topics that are common in both and pay special emphasis to those topics.
Do your research to choose the best book for JEE Main preparation. You can talk to your teachers before you decide. Some books recommended for your preparation are given below:
| Subjects | Books |
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| Physics |
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| Chemistry |
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| Mathematics |
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The difficulty level of JEE Main exam is a little high than the class 12 board exams. Students who are studying in class 12 can score good marks in JEE Main by studying a little extra for the JEE. Students who have studied NCERT textbooks of Physics Chemistry and Mathematics thoroughly can get good marks. The joint Entrance Examination, popularly known as JEE Main is for admission into NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs for B.Tech and architecture courses in India.
National Testing Agency conducts JEE Main exam in a total of 13 languages. The languages in which paper is conducted are Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi English and Gujarati. Students can select the language of their choice from the available options while filling the application form. The language of JEE Main question paper during the exam will be available in 3 languages- English Hindi and the language selected by the candidates. The language of paper can be switched among these 3 languages during the exam.
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Yes, candidates appearing for class 12 boards in 2027 can also apply for JEE Mains 2027 exam.
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Yes, candidates can apply for session 2 of JEE Mains even if they do not register for session 1.
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The cutoff marks for OBC category students in NIT Meghalaya B.E. / B.Tech admissions 2026 stood at 41021 (CSE) to 91639 (Civil) for the last round. Here is the NIT Meghalaya BTech cutoff 2026 for OBC category students for different branches:
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No, students cannot get admission to the BTech course at NIT Meghalaya without JEE Mains. The admissions are done on the basis of the JEE Mains entrance exam score followed by the JoSAA counselling. Further, students must have completed Class 12 with PCM with a minimum of 75% aggregate score to appl
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Check below the application fee of JEE Main at NIT Manipur:
- General / Unreserved (Male): INR 1,000
- General-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male): INR 900
- General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / Transgender (Female): INR 800 (for Unreserved/EWS/OBC) / lower for SC/ST
- SC / ST / PwD / Transgender (All genders): INR 5
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