JEE Main Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| JEE Main Paper | Course | Subjects Included |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | B.E./B. Tech | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Paper 2A | B. Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test |
| Paper 2B | B. Planning (Bachelor of Planning) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-Based Questions |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Unit No. | Unit Title | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Sets, Relations and Functions | Sets, representation, union, intersection, complements, power set, relations, equivalence relations , functions (one-one, onto), composition of functions. |
| Unit 2 | Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations | Complex numbers (a + ib) , Argand diagram, algebra, modulus, argument, quadratic equations, roots, nature, relation between roots & coefficients. |
| Unit 3 | Matrices and Determinants | Matrix types , operations, order 2x2 & 3x3, determinants, triangle area, adjoint, inverse, linear equations using matrices. |
| Unit 4 | Permutations and Combinations | Fundamental principle of counting, P(n, r), C(n, r), simple problems. |
| Unit 5 | Binomial Theorem | Positive integral index, general term, middle term, simple applications. |
| Unit 6 | Sequence and Series | AP, GP, insertion of means, relation between AM and GM. |
| Unit 7 | Limit, Continuity and Differentiability | Real-valued functions, types, graphs, limits, continuity, differentiation rules, derivatives (up to second order), applications (rate of change, maxima & minima). |
| Unit 8 | Integral Calculus | Antiderivative, basic integrals, substitution, parts, trigonometric identities , definite integrals, area under curves. |
| Unit 9 | Differential Equations | Order & degree, separation of variables, homogeneous and linear equations. |
| Unit 10 | Coordinate Geometry | Cartesian system , distance formula, line equations, circle equations, conics (parabola, ellipse, hyperbola). |
| Unit 11 | Three Dimensional Geometry | Coordinates in space, section formula, direction cosines/ratios, line equations, skew lines, shortest distance. |
| Unit 12 | Vector Algebra | Vectors, scalar/vector operations, 2D & 3D components, dot & cross product. |
| Unit 13 | Statistics and Probability | Mean, median, mode, variance, standard deviation, probability, Bayes theorem, probability distribution. |
| Unit 14 | Trigonometry | Trigonometric identities, functions, inverse trigonometric functions and their properties. |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
| Unit No. | Unit Title | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Units and Measurements | SI Units, errors, significant figures, dimensional analysis, applications |
| Unit 2 | Kinematics | Motion in 1D and 2D, projectile, uniform circular motion , velocity-time graphs |
| Unit 3 | Laws of Motion | Newton’s laws , friction, circular motion, equilibrium, momentum conservation |
| Unit 4 | Work, Energy and Power | Work, energy, power, elastic/inelastic collisions, motion in vertical circle |
| Unit 5 | Rotational Motion | Centre of mass, torque, angular momentum, moment of inertia, rigid body dynamics |
| Unit 6 | Gravitation | Universal law, satellite motion, escape velocity , Kepler's laws, gravitational potential |
| Unit 7 | Properties of Solids and Liquids | Elasticity, fluid pressure, viscosity, Bernoulli's principle, surface tension |
| Unit 8 | Thermodynamics | Laws of thermodynamics , internal energy, isothermal/adiabatic processes |
| Unit 9 | Kinetic Theory of Gases | Perfect gas laws, RMS speed, pressure, degrees of freedom, energy distribution |
| Unit 10 | Oscillations and Waves | SHM, wave motion, harmonics, beats, energy in oscillations |
| Unit 11 | Electrostatics | Coulomb’s law , electric field/potential, Gauss's law, capacitors |
| Unit 12 | Current Electricity | Ohm’s law, resistivity, Kirchhoff’s laws, circuits, energy and power |
| Unit 13 | Magnetism | Biot-Savart, Ampere's law, magnetic field, moving coil galvanometer, magnetic materials |
| Unit 14 | EM Induction & AC | Faraday's law, Lenz’s law, AC generators , transformers, LCR circuit |
| Unit 15 | Electromagnetic Waves | EM spectrum, displacement current, transverse nature, applications |
| Unit 16 | Optics | Reflection, refraction, lenses, wave optics, diffraction, interference, polarization |
| Unit 17 | Dual Nature of Matter | Photoelectric effect, Einstein’s equation, de Broglie hypothesis |
| Unit 18 | Atoms and Nuclei | Bohr’s model, binding energy, nuclear fission/fusion, atomic structure |
| Unit 19 | Electronic Devices | Semiconductors, diodes, Zener, logic gates, rectifiers |
| Unit 20 | Experimental Skills | Familiarity with basic lab experiments like Ohm’s law, pendulum, diode curves, etc. |
📊 Syllabus Table
| Physical Chemistry | |
|---|---|
| Unit / Topic | Key Concepts |
| Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry | Mole concept, stoichiometry, atomic mass, laws of chemical combination |
| Atomic Structure | Bohr's model, quantum numbers, orbitals, electron configuration |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Ionic & covalent bonding, VSEPR, hybridization , MO theory |
| Chemical Thermodynamics | First & second laws, enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs energy |
| Solutions | Concentration terms, Raoult’s law , colligative properties, van’t Hoff factor |
| Equilibrium | Physical & chemical equilibrium, Le Chatelier’s principle, acids & bases, solubility |
| Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry | Redox balancing, electrochemical cells, Nernst equation |
| Chemical Kinetics | Rate laws, order of reaction, Arrhenius equation |
📊 Inorganic Chemistry
| Unit / Topic | Key Concepts |
|---|---|
| Classification & Periodicity | Modern periodic table, periodic properties |
| p-Block Elements | Group 13–18 properties & anomalies |
| d- and f-Block Elements | Properties of transition & inner transition elements |
| Coordination Compounds | Werner’s theory, isomerism , bonding theories |
📊 Organic Chemistry
| Unit / Topic | Key Concepts |
|---|---|
| Purification & Characterisation | Crystallization, distillation, qualitative & quantitative analysis |
| Basic Principles | Tetravalency, electronic effects, organic reaction mechanisms |
| Hydrocarbons | Alkanes, alkenes, alkynes & aromatic hydrocarbons |
| Organic Compounds with Halogens | Substitution reactions, environmental concerns |
| Organic Compounds with Oxygen | Alcohols, phenols, ethers, aldehydes, ketones, acids |
| Organic Compounds with Nitrogen | Amines & diazonium salts |
| Biomolecules | Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, nucleic acids, hormones |
| Practical Chemistry Principles | Detection of elements, compound preparation, titrations, salt analysis |
📊 Part II: Aptitude Test
| Unit | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Unit 1: Awareness & Mental Ability | - Awareness of persons, buildings, materials, and objects related to architecture and the built environment - Texture identification - Visualizing 3D objects from 2D drawings - Visualizing different sides of 3D objects - Analytical reasoning - Mental ability (Visual, Numerical, Verbal) |
| Unit 2: 3D Perception & Geometrical Skills | - 3D perception and appreciation of scale, proportion, and architectural forms - Understanding of building elements, color, texture, harmony, and contrast - Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns - 2D and 3D transformation : Union, subtraction, rotation - Development of surfaces and volumes - Generation of plans, elevations, and 3D views - Compositions using given shapes and forms |
📊 Part III: Drawing Test
| Drawing Topics | Description |
|---|---|
| Sketching from Memory | Candidates have to draw scenes and activities from memory based on: - Urban Scenes : Markets, festivals, street views, monuments, public spaces, recreational areas - Landscape Scenes : Riversides, jungles, gardens, trees, plants, natural elements - Rural Life : Village settings, farming scenes, local festivals |
| Note for Candidates | Students should bring their own drawing materials: - Pencils, erasers - Geometry box set - Crasets - Colour pencils and crayons |
📊 Part III - Planning
| Part/Unit | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Unit 1: General Awareness | General knowledge about prominent cities, development issues, and government programs. |
| Unit 2: Social Sciences | - Nationalism and nationalism in India. - Pre-modern world, 19th-century global economy. - Colonialism and colonial cities, industrialization. - Resources and development (agriculture, water, minerals, industries). - National economy and human settlements. - Power-sharing, federalism, democracy, political parties. - Indian Constitution . - Economic development (sectors, globalization, poverty). - Population structure, social exclusion, urbanization, rural development. |
| Unit 3: Thinking Skills | - Comprehension (unseen passages). - Map reading (scale, distance, direction, area). - Critical reasoning. - Interpretation of charts, graphs, and tables. - Basic statistics and quantitative reasoning concepts. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Topic/Chapter Removed (2025) | Status Compared to Previous Years |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Scalars & Vectors, Vector Addition & Subtraction, Scalar & Vector Products, Unit Vectors, Resolution of Vectors | Newly removed in 2025 |
| Communication Systems, Experimental Skills (specific topics) | Removed in 2024 | |
| Capacitors and Capacitance, Cyclotron , Davisson- Germer Experiment, Doppler Effect, etc. | Removed in 2024 | |
| Chemistry | No new deletions in 2025 | Same as 2024 |
| States of Matter, Surface Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, s-Block Elements, Hydrogen, Polymers, etc. | Removed in 2024 | |
| Mathematics | No new deletions in 2025 | Same as 2024 |
| Mathematical Induction, Mathematical Reasoning, Specific topics in 3D Geometry, etc. | Removed in 2024 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Type of Questions | MCQs and Numerical Value Questions |
| Total Questions | 75 (25 questions per subject) |
| Numerical Questions | 10 per subject (attempt any 5) |
| Total Marks | 300 (100 marks per subject) |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, −1 for wrong answer |
| Exam Language | English, Hindi, and other regional languages |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Section | B. Arch (Paper 2A) | Marks | B. Plan (Paper 2B) | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 (20 MCQs + 10 Numerical, attempt any 5) | 100 | 25 (20 MCQs + 10 Numerical, attempt any 5) | 100 |
| Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 | 50 | 200 |
| Drawing / Planning Test | Drawing Test – 2 | 100 | Planning Test – 25 | 100 |
| Total Questions | 82 | 400 | 105 | 400 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the main subject of JEE Main?
JEE Main’s main subjects are Physics, Maths and Chemistry. Although, Paper 2A and 2B ask questions from aptitude, drawing and planning as well. Major audience is of Paper 1 thus, these three are the main subjects in JEE Mains
Q2.JEE Main syllabus official website.
JEE Main syllabus can be downloaded from NTA at jeemain.nta.nic.in or from the currentaffairs360.com.
Q3.Has the JEE Main syllabus changed?
Yes, there have been minor changes in the JEE Main syllabus. Topics such as "Scalars and Vectors," "Vector Products," and related vector algebra topics in Physics have been removed. Chemistry and Mathematics have no significant changes compared to 2024.
Q4.Are NCERT textbooks sufficient for covering the JEE Main syllabus?
NCERT textbooks form the base for JEE Main preparation. While these textbooks cover a significant part of the syllabus, students should also solve additional problems and refer to other JEE Main-focused reference books to strengthen their concepts and practice advanced questions.
Q5.What are the major topics covered under JEE Main Mathematics syllabus?
Key topics include Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Probability, Complex Numbers, Vectors, and 3-D Geometry. No new changes were introduced in Mathematics.
Q6.Which chapters have been deleted from Chemistry in recent years?
Important chapters like Surface Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, States of Matter, Polymers, Hydrogen, and s-Block Elements were removed from the JEE Main syllabus in 2024, and the syllabus remains unchanged for 2025.
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