What is Qualifying marks for JEE Mains 2026?

Qualifying marks for JEE Mains 2026, also called qualifying percentile for JEE Mains will be announced by the NTA along with the JEE Main 2026 session 2 result. Candidates must note that qualifying percentile for JEE Mains 2026 is the minimum percentile required to appear in JEE Advanced 2026. For admission to NIT or IIITs, there is no provision of qualifying marks in JEE Mains 2026 and admission is given based on All India Rank in JEE Mains exam. NTA will announce JEE Mains 2026 All India rank in April after session 2 exam results.

How to calculate percentile in JEE?

NTA uses a formula to calculate NTA score in JEE Main. The formula used is

When will JEE Mains 2026 Result be declared?

The NTA will announce JEE Main Result 2026 around 10 days after the conclusion of the exam. Candidates can download the JEE Main result 2026 scorecard online. JEE Main result login link 2026 will be available on the wesbite jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main 2026 result scorecard will have details of candidate percentile score in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and the aggreate percentile score. JEE Mains 2026 result will be released separately for both sessions.

Is JEE Main syllabus similar to the syllabus of and CBSE/other state boards of class 11 and 12?

The syllabus of JEE Main is similar to class 11 and 12. However, some topics may be extra in JEE Main syllabus which are not covered in class 11 or 12. Students preparing for the JEE Main exam need to study as per the official syllabus which is released by the NTA. Also, students can follow NCERT textbooks as the base for studying the syllabus of JEE Main.

In how much time can I complete the entire JEE Main syllabus?

The time required to cover JEE Main syllabus generally varies for most students. 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.

What is the syllabus of JEE Mains?

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.

What is the qualifying score in JEE Main?

There is no minimum qualifying marks in JEE Main. Exam. However, any candidate who wish to appear in JEE Advanced need to obtain the minimum cutoff marks in JEE Main. Candidates gets all India rank in JEE Main on the basis of the score they get in the exam. Admission to the institutes like NITs, IIITs and GFTIs is given on the basis of all India rank of candidates. Candidates who wish to apply for JEE Advanced need to get the minimum JEE Main qualifying cutoff marks only after which they can apply for admission to IITs.

How much is 120 marks in JEE Mains percentile?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will declare the JEE Mains result 2026 in the form of percentile scores. Candidates can check here the previous year JEE Main marks vs percentile data to understand how much is 120 marks in JEE Main percentile. As per the last year JEE Main marks vs percentile analysis, 120 marks would be around 95 to 97 percentile. However, the exact JEE Main 2025 percentile marks 120 would vary depending upon the highest number scored by the candidate in a particula shift and the total number candidates appeared in that particular shift.

What should be my rank in JEE Advanced to get admission in top IITs?

To get admission in IITs, any rank around 5000 AIR is safe (for the unreserved category). However, the rank for reserved category candidates will be higher (in the range of 10,000 to 15,000) for admission to the top IITs. To get a seat in top IIT and the highly sorted course like CSE, achieving a rank within the approximate range of 2000-2500 is typically required. It's important to note that the exact cutoff can differ each year due to factors such as the number of candidates, the difficulty level of the exam, and the availability of seats.

What is JEE Main Eligibility Criteria?

The eligibility criteria to appear in JEE Main are Candidate must have passed or appearing in class 12 There is no age limit to appear in JEE Mains No minimum percentage is required to appear in the JEE Mains exam. 75% marks required after qualifying JEE Mains for admission in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs Candidates must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry/any other vocational subject for Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech). For paper 2, candidates need to have Mathematics as compulsory subject along with any other subject combination. Candidates can appear in JEE for three consecutive years from the year of passing class 12

How many seats are there in IITs?

According to the JoSAA seat matrix, the total seats in IITs are 17760, while the number of seats in NITs and IIITs is 24229 and 8546, respectively. According to the official data, this year 355 seats were increased in IIT, including 20 in IIT Bhubaneswar, 12 in IIT Bombay, 30 in Kharagpur, 84 in Patna, 30 in Gandhinagar, 10 in Guwahati, 40 in Bhilai, 10 in Tirupati, and 75 in Dharwad. In 2023, the IIT seat count was 17385.

How do I handle difficult topics of JEE Main that I'm unable to understand even after several attempts?

The best way to handle tough topics in any subject is to study the concepts of that particular topic. The conceptual understanding of any topic gives us the clarity to solve theoretical as well as numerical questions from that topic. NCERT text books are the best material to understand the core concepts.

How many times JEE Main is conducted in a year?

National Testing Agency generally conducts the JEE Main exam two times in a year. The first attempt is conducted in January and the second attempt in April. JEE Main 2026 exam dates will be announced soon by the NTA. The first attempt of JEE Main 2026 will likely be conducted in the last week of January while the second attempt will be conducted in April first week. Only in the year 2022, NTA conducted JEE Mains in four sessions due to COVID-19. The number of sessions and date for any year is announced by the NTA at the time of release of application form.

Is JEE Main syllabus same as syllabus of JEE Advanced?

The syllabus of JEE Mains is not same as JEE Advanced. Candidates must note that JEE Mains and Advanced are two different exam meant for different purposes. JEE Main is conducted for admission to NITs, IIITs and other CFTIs while JEE Advanced is conducted for admission to IITs. In terms of syllabus, although both JEE Mains and Advanced have class 11 and 12 topics of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, there are some topics which are a part of Mains syllabus but not in Advanced. Also, the difficulty level of JEE Advanced is way ahead of JEE Mains. Students preparing for the JEE Advanced exam can download the syllabus from the Shiksha page.

What is NTA score in JEE Mains?

Candidates having query like what is NTA score are informed that NTA score is the aggregate percentile score of all three subjects obtained in JEE Main exam. NTA score meaning is same as aggregate percentile score.

What is the fee for objecting to the answer key of JEE Mains?

The fees for raising objections in JEE Main answer key is INR 200 per question. Candidates need to pay the fees online using internet banking or credit/debit card. The actual fees to be paid for raising the objections will depend on the number for questions selected for grievance.

What are JEE Main participating institutes?

The participating institutes of JEE Main are the colleges that participate in the JoSAA counselling for admission in various Engineering, Architecture and Planning courses. Besides JEE Main participating institutes, many colleges offer admission based on the scores of JEE Main but are not a part of JoSAA. Such institutes organise their counselling process for admission. There are a total of 31 NITs, 25 IIITs and 19 other GFTIs that participate in JoSAA counselling. The number of seats in these institutes can be checked below. Other institutes which offer admission based on JEE Main scores are from the states which do not conduct their entrance exams for engineering admission and include U.P., Bihar, M.P., Delhi, among others.

In how many cities JEE Main exam is conducted?

JEE Mains exam is conducted in around 300 cities in India and abroad. The complete list of JEE Main test cities can be checked on the JEE Main information brochure available on the official website as well as from the Shiksha page. NTA conducts JEE Main in 25 countries outside India at MANAMA COLOMBO DOHA DUBAI JAKARTA KATHMANDU KUALA LUMPUR KUWAIT CITY LAGOS / Abuja MUSCAT RIYADH SHARJAH SINGAPORE Canberra Vienna Brasilia Ottawa Beijing Hong Kong Port Luis Moscow Cape Town Bangkok Washington D.C. Hanoi The list of test cities in India can be checked at the website - https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/articles/jee-main-exam-centres-blogId-19515

What is the last date to fill the choices in JoSAA counselling?

The dates for JoSAA counselling 2026 choice filling will be announced once the result of JEE Main 2026 is declared. Candidates can fill choices only during the choice filling period. Also, candidates need to lock their choices before the last date.

When will JoSAA choice filling window open?

The JoSAA 2025 choice filling window will open with the registration window on June 3, 2025. Candidates will be able to register and then fill the choices of courses and colleges based on their JEE Main/Advanced ranks and category.

Can I participate in JEE Main counselling next round if I do not accept the seat allotted to me in previous rounds?

The process of JEE Main counselling and seat allotment consists of several processes. Once a seat is allotted to a candidate, he/she has the option of Accept and Freeze, Accept and Float and Slide. If a candidate is satisfied with the allotted seat and selects the first option, he/she cannot participate in the next round counselling. If the candidate is not satisfied with the allotted seat, he/she can select the second or third option through which he/she can participate in the next round counselling with the current seat.

What courses are offered via JoSAA counselling?

The coursse offered by the 23 IITs, 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, 26 IIITs and 40 Other-Government Funded Technical Institutes (Other-GFTIs) via the JoSAA counselling include: BTech in various Engineering disciplines. BSc programs in Science. BArch in Architecture. Dual Degree programs like B.Tech-MTech and BS-MS. Integrated M.Tech and Integrated MSc programs.

How to download JEE Main answer key?

Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to download answer key Step 1- Open the JEE Main website Step 2- Click on JEE Main answer key link Step 3- Login using your JEE Main 2025 application number and password/date of birth Step 4- The answer key will be displayed on the screen along with response sheet Step 5- Download the answer key and take its printout. The final answer key, released after reviewing the objections submitted by the candidates will be used for calculating the result/score of the candidates. The final answer key is not subjected for challenge/submission of grievances by the candidates.

How can I download my JEE Main response sheet?

JEE Main response sheets are released online by NTA along with the answer key. To download the JEE Main response sheets, candidates need to login on the JEE Main official website using their application number and date of birth/password. JEE Main response sheet will have the details of marked response by candidate during the exam. Candidates can use the response sheet along with answer key to calculate their marks in the exam.

How can I download JEE Mains exam city intimation slip?

NTA will activate the link to download JEE Main city intimation slip 2026 on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to login on the JEE Main official website using their application number and password to download the JEE Main 2026 advance exam city allotment slip.

What is JEE Main city intimation slip?

JEE Main exam city slip is the document which have details about the city in which the exam centre of the candidate is located. The JEE Mains city intimation slip also have details of the JEE Main exam date of the candidates. Candidates must note that the exam city slip is different from the admit card. NTA releases the exam city intimation slip around 1 week before the exam starts.

What is JEE Main class 12th percentage criteria?

As per NTA, there is no minimum percentage required to appear in JEE Mains exam. Students can appear in JEE Main 2026 without worrying about their class 12 percentage. However, it must be noted that various institutes have creiteria of minimum percentage in class 12 for admission. For example, IITs and NITs require minimum 75% marks in class 12 for admission to BTech courses.

What is JEE Main Eligibility Criteria?

The eligibility criteria to appear in JEE Main are Candidate must have passed or appearing in class 12 There is no age limit to appear in JEE Mains No minimum percentage is required to appear in the JEE Mains exam. 75% marks required after qualifying JEE Mains for admission in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs Candidates must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry/any other vocational subject for Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech). For paper 2, candidates need to have Mathematics as compulsory subject along with any other subject combination. Candidates can appear in JEE for three consecutive years from the year of passing class 12

I do not have Chemistry subject in my class 12. Can I still apply for JEE Main?

As per the JEE Main eligibility criteria, candidates must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and any one subject from the optional list of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Technical vocation course. If you have any of the sunject from optional list and both compulsory subjetc, you can apply for JEE Mains. For more details, candidates can visit the official JEE Main website.

What documents are required to fill JEE Main application form?

The documents required to fill application form are Class 10 marksheet Aadhar card EWS, OBC-NCL certificate (if applicable) Scanned photograph and signature of the candidate for uploading Scanned copy of the PwD/PwBD certificate/UDID card (if applicable) for uploading Net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI details for payment of the application fee The documents which need to be uploaded has to be clearly visible, and exactly in the size, format as specified in the information brochure.

What is the JEE Main application fee?

The application fees for JEE Main is INR 1,000 for Male unreserved, OBC, EWS category candidates INR 800 for Female unreserved/OBC/EWS category candidates INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category candidates

Which topics are most important in JEE Main Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics?

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 .

What is the language of JEE Main exam question paper?

NTA conducts the JEE Main exam in 13 languages which includes English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. During the exam, questions are displayed in English and the language selected by the candidate at the time of filling the form.

How many candidates appear in JEE Mains exam every year?

As per the official numbers released by the NTA, a total of 13.11 lakh candidates registered for the JEE Main 2025 session 1 exam of which 12.58 lakh candidates appeared. This is the highest number of candidates appeared in JEE Mains. In JEE Main 2024, the total number of unique candidates who appeared both the session is 11.7 lakh. Canddiates can see the gender-wise distribution of candidates below. Generally, the number of unique candidates appearing in JEE Main every year is around 10 Lacs in both sessions. The exact number of students is released by the NTA every year on the official website with category, gender and state-wise data. Candidates can check the number of candidates appearing in JEE Mains every year on this Shiksha page.

What is JEE Mains 2026 exam date?

NTA has announced the JEE Main 2026 exam dates. JEE Main 2026 exam will be conducted in two sessions in January and April. The exact date of JEE exam 2026 will be announced along with the information brochure on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Is 75 percent marks in class 12 required for JEE Mains?

Candidates need not have 75 percent marks in class 12 for appearing in JEE Main. As per the official brochure released by the NTA, there is no minimum percentage required for appearing in the JEE Main. The requirement of 75 percent marks need not be associated with appearing in the JEE Main exam. It is to be understood that 75 percent marks is required for admission to institutes which include NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and IITs. Many institutes offer admission at 60% and even less, along with JEE Main. Candidates must clearly understand that the requirement of 75 percent marks in class 12 is only for taking admission in the institutes.

When will JEE Main 2026 Registration start?

JEE Main Registration 2026 will begin in October, as per the official notification released by the NTA. The information brochure for JEE Main 2026 exam will be released in October, post which the application form will be released. JEE Main 2026 Application form will be available online on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

How to score good marks in JEE Mains?

To score good marks in JEE Main exam, candiates must cover the entire JEE Main syllabus. Understand the basic concepts of every topic covered in the syllabus and solve numerical questions. Candidates must also give more importance to high-weightage topics of JEE Main. In last 15 days before the exam, candidates must solve mock tests and previous year papers.

Can I complete JEE Main syllabus in 6 months?

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.

What are the best books for JEE Main preparation for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics?

Selecting the right books for JEE Main preparation is one of the most important parts of clearing the exam. Plenty of books are available in the market, and each claims to be the best book for JEE Main preparation. It is advised that students consult their teachers and friends before purchasing any book for JEE Main 2025. Students can also get information from the internet on which book is best for JEE Mains preparation. Students are provided here with some best-recommended books for JEE Main 2025, which can be a great source of learning in clearing the exam. Some of the best books recommended by experts are Subjects Books Physics NCERT Class 11 and 12 Concepts of Physics (Vol.1 & 2) by H.C. Verma Problems and Solutions of Physics by Sashi Bhusan Tiwari Chemistry NCERT Class 11 and 12 Concepts of Physical Chemistry by P. Bahadur Organic Chemistry by O.P. Tandon Mathematics NCERT Class 11 and 12 Differential & Integral Calculus by Amit Aggarwal Trigonometry and Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney

What is the difficulty level of JEE Main?

The difficulty level of JEE Main is similar to class 12 board exams. Also, the syllabus of JEE Main is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, the questions asked in JEE Mains are tricky and required in-depth understanding of the subjects. Students need to have conceptual understanding of each topics to get a good score in the exam. Students who studies NCERT and have good understanding of topics can get a decent score in JEE Mains.

What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?

Questions in the JEE Main exam are of two types Multiple choice questions - Each question will have 4 options with only 1 correct answer. Candidates have to select the correct answer out of the 4 available options. Numerical Ability Question - In these type of questions, no options are provided. Candidates have to solve the question and write its answer using keyword and mouse. Answer to these questions will be a numerical value.

What is the exam pattern of JEE Mains?

JEE Main 2026 exam pattern will be released soon by the NTA. As per the previous year exam pattern, the JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech) exam will consist of 75 questions, 25 each from Physics Chemistry and Mathematics. Out of 25 questions, 20 will be MCQs and 5 will be NAV. Students need to answer all 75 questions. JEE Main paper 2A for B.Arch consists of 77 questions of which 25 are from Mathematics, 50 from General Aptitude and 2 from Drawing. In Paper 2B for BPlan total questions are 100 of which 25 are from Mathematics, 50 from General Aptitude and 25 from Planning. The question paper will have no internal choices within questions and total duration of exam is 3 hours.

How many mock tests should I take before appearing for JEE Main 2026?

Candidates are advised to solve at least 10 to 15 mock tests in the last month before appearing for the real exam. By solving the JEE Main mock test you can get a better understanding of how to manage time better in solving questions. Solving mock papers will also help to get an understanding of questions types that are taking time to solve and preparation gaps. This will help you in scoring good marks in the exam.

What should be the frequency of taking JEE Main mock tests?

The frequency of taking JEE Main mock test would vary based on the number of days left for the test. When there are three to four months left for the exam, students should take mock tests twice a week and dedicate the rest of the days for analysis and preparation. In the last month before JEE Main the frequency of taking mock tests should be increased. Candidates should take a full-length mock test every alternate day until at least 4-5 days before the exam. After taking mock tests students should analyze the results to improve their performance.

What should be the ideal time and method to take JEE Main mock tests?

Mock papers must be solved online in desktop/laptop and try completing the paper in 3 hours to get the real exam experience. It will help improve the time one takes to solve the complete paper. Mock tests will also help in evaluating your exam preparation and understand what topics you’re finding difficult to solve.

Can I carry soft copy of JEE Mains admit card to exam centre?

No, soft copies of admit card are not accepted. It is mandatory to carry a print copy of the JEE Main admit card to the exam centre downloaded from the website.

Is it mandatory to carry colour printout of JEE Main admit card?

No, it is not mandatory to bring the colour printout of admit card. Candidates can carry colour or black & while copy of the admit card downloaded from the website.

What should I do if my photo is not clear in JEE Main admit card?

The photo in admit card must have a clear view of candidate face. In the photo is not clear, candidates can inform the NTA through email or helpline phone numbers for reissue of admit card.

What topics are mostly asked in JEE Main exam

Questions in JEE Mains exam is a blend of all the topics covered in the syllabus. However, there are some topics that are very much important and should be paid extra attentions while preparing for the exam. The list of important JEE Main topics are Mathematics 3D Geometry Vector Applications of Derivatives Definite Integrals Limit, Cnntinuity and Differentiability Physics Heat and Thermodynamics Electromagnetic Waves Ray & Wave Optics Kinematics Current Electricity Magnetism Chemistry Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics Thermodynamics p-block elements Chemical Bonding

Where can I get previous year JEE Main question papers?

Students can download JEE Main previous year question paper from Shiksha page. Candidates are provided here JEE Main previous year question papers from the year 2014 to 2023. The papers can be downloaded as PDF and can be practiced to prepare for the exam. JEE Main previosu year question paper also helps in understanding the difficulty level of the exam and chapter-wise weightage of questions. Solving JEE Main question papers will help in analyzing the preparation level of the exam.

JEE Main 2026: Registration (Soon), Exam Date, Syllabus, Eligibility, Question Paper, Preparation

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JEE Main 2026: National Testing Agency will soon release the notification for Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 with details of application form and exam dates. It is expected that JEE Mains 2026 Application form session 1 will be released by October 18. Candidates interested in applying for the exam must ensure their Aadhar, UDID (for PWD candidates) and EWS/OBC-NCL/SC/ST certificate (for reserved category) are updated and valid. JEE Mains 2026 exam date session 1 will be January, while session 2 will be conducted in April.

JEE Main 2026 syllabus and exam pattern details will be released soon on the website. Candidates are provided here the previous year syllabus of JEE Mains and exam pattern details to start preparation for the exam. Candidates can check here eligibility criteria, application fees, how to fill JEE form and NTA JEE Mains 2026 registration documents. Mock test, preparation tips and JEE Main 2025 question papers with solutions are available on this page to help candidates prepare effectively and score good marks in the exam.

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What is JEE Main Exam?
JEE Main 2026 Important Dates
JEE Main 2026 Highlights
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026 - Who can apply?
JEE Main 2026 Application Form
JEE Main Syllabus 2026
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
JEE Mains Question Paper PDF with Solutions
JEE Mains Mock Test Online Free 2026
JEE Main 2026 Preparation Tips
JEE Main Admit Card 2026
JEE Main Answer Key 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Result
JEE Main 2026 FAQs

What is JEE Main Exam?

JEE Main 2026 Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JEE Main 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Oct ' 25 - Nov ' 25	JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 1 TENTATIVE
Jan ' 26	JEE Main Admit Card 2025 Session 1 TENTATIVE
Jan ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1 TENTATIVE
Feb ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Session 2 TENTATIVE
Apr ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 2 TENTATIVE