The exam pattern includes details regarding the question paper, such as the number of questions, the marking scheme, the weightage of each section, the duration provided, etc. This article will provide complete information regarding the JEE Main Exam Pattern 2025.
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2025
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2025 indicates the paper pattern of the JEE Main exam. It shows details of the number of questions asked, duration of the exam, mode of exam, and other specifications. The exam will be held in both online and offline modes. The details are tabulated as below.
Jee Mains 2025 Question Paper Pattern:
| Paper | Subject | Number of Questions | Jee Mains Total Marks |
| Paper 1 | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics | 75 | 300 |
| Paper 2A | Mathematics and Drawing | 77 | 400 |
| Paper 2B | Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Planning | 100 | 400 |
Paper 1 Subject Wise Marks Distribution for B.E/B.Tech:
| Subject | Number of MCQs | Number of NVQs | Total Marks |
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 100 |
Marking Scheme for B.E/B.Tech:
- For MCQs and NVQs, you get 4 marks for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- No marks are given or deducted for questions left unanswered or marked for review.
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2025 for B.E/B.Tech. (Paper 1)
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer-based (Online) |
| Subjects | Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours |
| Type of Questions | MCQs: 4 options with only 1 correct option
Numerical Value Questions whose answers need to be filled in as a numerical value |
| Section A (MCQ) | Mathematics: 20
Chemistry: 20 Physics: 20 |
| Section B (Numerical Value) | Mathematics: 5
Chemistry: 5 Physics: 5 In Section B, candidates need to attempt any five questions in each section. |
| Number of Questions | 75 |
| Total Marks | 300 (100 marks for each section) |
| Medium of the Exam | English, Bengali, Urdu in addition to Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Assamese, Marathi, Odia, Telugu, Punjabi, Tamil, and Gujarati |
Paper 2A Subject Wise Marks Distribution for B.Arch Exam:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs | 100 |
| Aptitude | 50 | 200 |
| Drawing | 2 | 100 |
Marking Scheme for B.Arch Exam:
- MCQs and NVQs:
- +4 marks for each correct answer.
- -1 mark for each wrong answer.
- No marks for unanswered or “Marked for Review” questions.
- Drawing Test:
- Evaluated based on sketching, perspective, visualization, and creativity skills.
Paper 2B Subject-wise Marks Distribution for B.Plan Exam:
| Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs | 100 |
| Aptitude | 50 | 200 |
| Planning-Based Questions | 25 | 100 |
Marking Scheme for B.Plan Exam:
- For MCQs and NVQs, you get 4 marks for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
- No marks are given or deducted for unanswered questions or those marked for review.
- For planning-based questions, marks are based on your skills in spatial ability, planning concepts, and problem-solving.
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2025 for B.Arch & B.Plan (Paper 2A & 2B)
| Particulars | B.Arch Exam Pattern (Paper 2A) |
B.Plan Exam Pattern (Paper 2B) |
| Exam mode | Online and Offline
[Mathematics and Aptitude: Online Drawing section: offline] |
Computer-based exam |
| Subjects | Mathematics
Aptitude test Drawing test |
Mathematics
Aptitude Planning-Based Questions |
| Duration of the exam | 3 hours | |
| Type of questions | Mathematics: MCQs and NVQs
Aptitude: MCQs Drawing: Drawing aptitude |
Mathematics: MCQs and NVQs
Aptitude: MCQs Planning: MCQs |
| Number of questions | 77 Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 400 | |
| Medium of exam | English, Bengali, Urdu in addition to Hindi, Assamese, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and Gujarati | |
Guidelines and Important Facts for the JEE Mains Exam Day
- Reach the exam center at least one hour before the reporting time to avoid any delays.
- Bring the JEE Main Admit Card with a self-declaration form, a valid photo ID proof, and passport-sized photographs.
- Carry a transparent water bottle, a small hand sanitizer (50 ml), and a black ballpoint pen. Bring a geometry box for Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan).
- Wear simple clothes without multiple pockets, shoes with thin soles, and avoid jewellery or accessories to ensure quick frisking.
- Follow the reporting and exam timings strictly. The morning shift is from 9 AM to 12 PM (reporting at 7 AM), and the afternoon shift is from 3 PM to 6 PM (reporting at 1 PM). Complete all pre-exam formalities on time.
- Do not bring electronic devices like mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, stationery items, bags, or printed materials to the exam hall.
- Sit only on your assigned seat; any disturbance to the seating arrangement can lead to strict action or disqualification.
- Log in to the exam system at the specified time using the provided credentials and carefully read all instructions before starting the test.
- Stay disciplined during the exam, avoid malpractice, and remain seated until the test concludes. Return the rough sheets with your name and roll number written on them.
- As COVID cases are again rising in our country, candidates must follow the COVID guidelines at the exam centers; therefore, you need to follow COVID-19 precautions, including wearing an N-95 mask, maintaining social distancing, and using personal hand sanitizer.
Conclusion
JEE Main is one of the most challenging exams in our country. Every year, lakhs of students prepare for it and appear in the examination. Candidates are recommended to keenly analyze the previous year’s exam papers and the exam pattern to get a basic understanding of the nature of the exam.
Good luck with all your future endeavours!