What is NTA JEE Mains Entrence Exam? - Full Form, Eligibility and the Exam Pattern

JEE Mains Eligibility Criteria

• Education Qualification: Candidates must have passed at least 10+2.
• Age limit: No age limit.
• Number of Attempt: Maximum 3 attempt.
• Nationality: Indian
• Subjects requirement: PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics).

Document Required for JEE Mains Exam

• Aadhaar Card.
• Current scanned passport size photo and signature.
• 10^th mark certificate.
• 12^th mark certificate.
• Category certificate (if applicable).
• PwD certificate (if applicable).

1. JEE Mains Registration

• To apply for JEE Mains entrance exam first of all the candidate has to visit the official website of JEE Mains.
• Next the candidate needs to click on the "New Registration" button.
• An instruction window will appear, which the candidate must download and read carefully, then click on the "Click to Proceed" button.
• After proceeding, options to create a login will be presented to the candidate, where they need to choose one of the options or simply select the Aadhaar option and click on the "Click to Proceed" button.
• After entering the Aadhaar number, the candidate must select an authentication option for the exam center and click on the "Click to Proceed" button.
• After document authentication at the exam center, the registration form will appear.
• Once the registration form opens, the candidate has to correctly fill in personal details (as per the 10th class certificate), present and permanent addresses, password, and security pin, and then verify the OTP by clicking on the "Submit" button.
• An OTP will be sent to the candidate's registered email, which needs to be filled in and verified.
• After completing the form registration and OTP verification, the candidate will receive the application number and password via email.

3. JEE Mains Application Process

After completing the registration and login, the application form will open. The candidate needs to fill in the following details accurately:

• Personal Details: In this section the candidate has to fill in details such as name, father's name, mother's name, category, nationality, and then click on the "Save & Next" button.
• Exam Center Details: In the exam center section the candidate must fill in details like the exam they are applying for, preferred exam center, and parents qualifications, then click on the "Save & Next" button.
• Qualification Details: In this section, the candidate needs to provide their educational information from 10th and 12th standards and then click on the "Save & Next" button.
• Additional Details: Here, the candidate must provide information about their twin brother or sister (if applicable) and then click on the "Save & Next" button.
• Emergency Contact Details: In this section, the candidate needs to fill in emergency contact information for their parents such as country, country code, and mobile number and then click on "Get OTP".
• Document Upload: The candidate has to upload their recent passport size photo and signature as per the given specifications and click on the "Save & Next" button.
• Final Submit: The candidate must review the entire application form thoroughly and submit it finally.

4. Application Fee Payment

• After the final submission of the application form candidates need to click on the "Pay Now" button and complete the payment using any available payment option.
• Once the fee is paid candidates should take a printout of the application form for future reference.

A. JEE Mains Paper - 2A (B.Arch)

JEE Mains Paper 2A is for candidates seeking admission to the B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) program. This program focuses on the design, planning, and construction of buildings and structures. Paper 2A consists of three sections:

• Mathematics: The mathematics section involves solving problems related to algebra, calculus, and geometry.
• Aptitude Test: The aptitude test section tests spatial reasoning, the ability to visualize 2D and 3D shapes, and an understanding of architectural design concepts.
• Drawing Test: The drawing test section evaluates the candidate's sketching skills, creativity, and ability to graphically present ideas.

B. JEE Mains Paper - 2B (B.Planning)

JEE Mains Paper 2B is designed for candidates seeking admission to the B.Planning (Bachelor of Planning) course. This course emphasizes urban and regional planning, land development, and the management of city and infrastructure development. Paper 2B also consists of three sections:

• Mathematics: The Mathematics section assesses the mathematical skills required for planning including problem-solving in geometry and algebra.
• Aptitude Test: This section evaluates spatial reasoning, interpretation of planning related concepts, and understanding of land use and urban development.
• Planning Test: The Planning Test assesses the candidates understanding of planning, design, and analytical reasoning.

JEE Mains Selection Process

• NTA releases the answer key a some days after the JEE Mains exam concludes.
• If any candidate feels there is a mistake in the answer key, they can challenge that particular question for which there is a fixed time and a per question fee.
• After reviewing all the challenges, NTA releases the final answer key, where candidates can verify their final scores.
• After the final answer key NTA declares the result, which includes the candidates percentile score, All India Rank (AIR), and category.
• After JEE Mains result based on the rank candidates become eligible for counseling through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). JoSAA conducts centralized counseling for admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs, where candidates have to fill in details of their preferred college and academic program.
• During counseling candidates are allocated seats based on their choice preferences after each counseling round.
• Once the seat is allocated the candidate is notified via their registered email or SMS.
• After seat allocation the candidate must pay the seat acceptance fee for the allotted seat.
• After seat acceptance and fee payment candidates must report to the allotted institute for document verification.

JEE Mains Facts

• AIEEE to JEE Mains: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains was originally known as the All India Engineering Entrance Examination (AIEEE).
• AIEEE Origin: AIEEE was introduced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in 2002.
• Transition of AIEEE: In 2013 AIEEE was restructured into two components, JEE Mains and JEE Advanced by the Government of India to simplify the admission process and introduce a separate examination for admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
• JEE Mains Conducting Authority: Until 2018 JEE Mains was conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). However since year 2019 the National Testing Agency (NTA) has been responsible for conducting JEE Mains exam.

JEE Mains Advantages

• National Level Acceptance: JEE Mains is a national level exam and its scores are recognized across all India level. This exam is different from state entrance exams. Through JEE Mains candidates are eligible for admission in prestigious government and private colleges at the national level.
• Multiple Attempts in a Year: Students can appear for JEE Mains twice a year (January and April sessions), which increases their chances of performing well and securing a better rank.
• Scholarships and Financial Aid: Many institutes that offer admission through JEE Mains provide scholarships or financial aid to deserving students based on their exam performance.

JEE Mains Disadvantages

• Intense Competition: The JEE Mains exam attracts lakhs of candidates every year making the competition very tough.
• Limited Number of Seats: Despite the large number of students appearing for JEE Mains exam, the number of seats in top colleges like NITs and IIITs is limited, meaning only a small percentage of candidates can secure admission.