JEE Main FAQs

Understanding the JEE Main Exam can be overwhelming, especially with numerous questions. ALLEN aims to ease your concerns by compiling a comprehensive set of JEE Main FAQs. These FAQs provide clarity on various aspects of the exam, including the application process, eligibility criteria, cutoffs, and more. This extensive resource serves as a valuable guide, helping students navigate the complexities of the JEE Main examination and ensuring thorough preparation for the upcoming test.

1.0General FAQs

Q. What is the official website for the JEE Main examination?

A. https://jeemain.nta.ac.in/

Q. When will the JEE (Main) - 2025 Examination be conducted?

A. The JEE Main 2025 exam will be conducted in two sessions: Session 1 is expected to take place in January 2025, and Session 2 in April 2025.

Q. Does a candidate have to complete a separate Application Form for each session? 

A. Yes, candidates are required to complete the Application Form and pay the relevant examination fee separately for each session when the portal for that particular session is open.

Q. Is there any limit to the number of attempts for JEE (Main) exams?           

A. Three times in consecutive years.

Q. Will the examination be offline or online?

A. Mode of the Exam – 

Paper 1 (B.E. /B. Tech.). Online mode 

Paper 2A (B. Arch). Mathematics and Aptitude Test – Online mode, Drawing Test - Pen and paper mode. 

Paper 2B (B. Planning). Online mode 

Q. In how many languages is JEE (Main) conducted?

A. JEE (Main) is conducted in 13 languages, including Hindi, English, Punjabi, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Urdu.

Q. How long is the JEE (Main) score valid for?

A. The JEE Main score is valid only for the current academic year.

Q. Is there any Negative Marking in the JEE (Main) examination?

A. In the JEE (Main) exam, incorrect answers to MCQs and numerical value questions result in a deduction of 1 mark each as a negative mark.

2.0FAQs on Eligibility Criteria

Q. Who is eligible for JEE Main 2025?

A. Candidates eligible for JEE Main 2025 will include those who will have passed their Class 12 examination or an equivalent qualifying exam in 2023 or 2024 and those who will be appearing for their Class 12 exams or an equivalent qualifying exam in 2025.

Q. Can I appear for JEE Main 2025 if my Class 12 percentage is less than 75 percent?

A. Yes, you can appear for the exam, but meeting the 75 percent criteria in JEE Main is generally necessary for admission to IITs, NITs, and GFTIs. Alternatively, being in the top 20 percentile is also acceptable.

Q. Are candidates eligible if they cleared the exam in 2024 but are appearing for improvement in 2025?

A. Yes, such candidates are eligible to appear for JEE Main 2025.

Q. What is the permissible age limit for JEE Main candidates?

A. There is no age limit for candidates appearing in the JEE Main 2025 examination.

3.0FAQs on Application Form

Q. Can I correct my online application form for JEE Main 2025?

A. An opportunity to make corrections in the particulars of the application form on the website has only been provided after the closing date of the online submission of the application form.

Q. Can I add more Sessions (Session 1 or Session 2 of 2025) during the correction window period?

A. During the correction window period, the candidate can add Session 2 and the session they already selected while filling out the application form. The candidate also has to pay the fee for the added session.

Q. Can I remove any selected Session (Session 2 of 2025) during the correction window period?

A. Yes, the candidate can remove Session 2 of 2025 during the correction window period. However, the fee for the removed session will not be refunded.

Q. Can I interchange sessions (from Session 1 to Session 2 or vice versa) during the correction window period?

A. No, there is no provision for interchange sessions.

Q. Can I add more Papers (Paper 1, Paper 2A, or Paper 2B) during the correction window period?

A. The candidate can add more paper during the correction window period. If applicable, the candidate will also pay the fee for the added paper.

Q. Can I remove any selected Paper during the correction window period?

A. Yes, the candidate can remove or add any selected Paper (Paper 1 and/or Paper 2A and/or Paper 2B) during the correction window period. An extra fee (if any) will be paid by the candidate. However, the fee for the removed paper will not be refunded.

Q. Which scanned images have to be uploaded in the JEE Main application form?

A. Candidates must upload scanned images of their photographs and signatures in the JEE Main 2025 application form.

4.0FAQs on Admit Card

Q. Has the JEE Mains 2025 Session 2 admit card been released?

A. The JEE Main 2025 Session 2 admit card is expected to be available online approximately three days before the scheduled exam date.

Q. How can I download my JEE Main 2025 admit card?

A. To obtain your JEE Main 2025 admit card, visit the official website at  https://jeemain.nta.ac.in/. You will need to log in using your application number and date of birth.

Q. What if I forget to bring my JEE Main admit card to the exam center?

A. Remember, it is crucial to have your JEE Main 2025 admit card with you when you go to the exam venue for verification purposes. If you fail to bring it, you will not be permitted to take the exam.

Q. What credentials are needed to download the JEE Main 2025 admit card?

A. To obtain the JEE Main admit card for 2025, you will need to use either your application number and password or your date of birth.

Q. How will I know the date, time, and venue of the JEE Main exam 2025?

A. All the essential information regarding the JEE Main 2025 exam, including the examination date, timing, and venue, can be found in the JEE Main admit card. It also provides the precise address of the examination center.

Q. What items can I take inside along with the JEE Main 2025 admit card?

A. In addition to the JEE Main 2025 admit card, candidates can also bring sanitizer, a ballpoint pen, a photograph, a Transparent water bottle, masks, and gloves.

Q. How will I receive the NTA JEE Mains city intimation slip?

A. NTA will release the JEE Main City allotment slip 2025 on its official website. Candidates will need their JEE Main login details to download the city intimation of JEE Mains 2025.

Q. How can I download my documents for JEE Main 2025?

A. The NTA has facilitated UMANG and Digi locker to download documents like the confirmation pages, JEE Main 2025 admit card, scorecards of JEE Main, and more for easy access to the candidates.

5.0FAQs on Answer Key

Q. How can I access the Answer Key for JEE Main 2025?

A. After the examination, you can obtain the JEE Main 2025 Answer Key from the official JEE Main portal at  https://jeemain.nta.ac.in/

Q. What is the process to challenge the JEE Main 2025 Answer Key?

A. If you find discrepancies in the provisional Answer key of JEE Main 2025, you can register your objections on the official JEE Main website.

Q. When is the release date for the JEE Mains 2025 Answer Key for Session 2 expected?

A. The exact release date for the JEE Main 2025 Answer Key for Session 2 in April will be disclosed on the official JEE Main website when it becomes available.

Q. Will the NTA reimburse the fee for challenging the JEE Main Answer Key if the challenge is successful?

A. Yes, if your challenge against the JEE Main Answer key is supported by adequate evidence and found to be valid, the NTA will refund the challenge fee.

6.0FAQs on Cut Offs

Q. What does cutoff mean in the JEE Main exam?

A. The cutoff is the minimum qualifying score that JEE Main candidates must achieve to be eligible for admission or qualify for the Advanced exam.

Q. How is the JEE main cutoff determined?

A. The JEE Main cutoff is finalized after various factors are considered, including past cutoff trends, the difficulty level of the exam, the number of applicants, available seats, and candidate performance.

Q. What are the types of cutoffs in JEE Main?

A. JEE Main has two types of cutoffs. The admission cutoff, set by JoSAA, indicates the minimum marks for admission, and the qualifying cutoff, released by NTA, represents the minimum marks for JEE Advanced eligibility.

Q. Do cutoffs change annually?

A. Yes, cutoffs, including category-wise variations, change each year based on factors like exam difficulty, applicant numbers, and available seats.

Q. What about the cutoff for foreign students?

A. There are no specific cutoffs or reservations for foreign candidates. Admission to IITs is based solely on JEE Main scores. Foreign candidates can register under the foreign category.

Q. When will the JEE Main cutoff 2025 be published?

A. The JEE Main 2025 cutoff will be released concurrently with the final session exam results.

7.0FAQs on JEE Main Result

Q. When will the NTA JEE Main Result 2025 be announced?

A. The results for the JEE Main 2025 January session are expected to be announced in February 2025, while the results for the April session are anticipated to be released in April 2025.

Q. What are the total marks for JEE Main 2025?

A. The total marks for JEE Main 2024 are 300, with each section—Physics, Chemistry, and Maths—accounting for 100 marks each.

Q. How can I check my JEE Mains 2025 results?

A. To access your JEE Mains 2025 results, you should go to the official website and provide your JEE Main application number and birthdate for verification.

Q. Are Category Ranks and All India Ranks the same?

A. No, they are different. All India Rank (AIR) is the overall rank, while Category Rank (CR) is specific to the candidate's respective category.

Q. How is the JEE Main score calculated?

A. The JEE Main score is computed by adding 4 times the number of correct answers and subtracting the number of incorrect answers multiplied by -1 from the total raw score.

Q. Which score will be considered in the compilation of the Result and Preparation of the Merit List?

A. The Merit List is compiled using the candidate's best NTA scores from all the sessions they have taken the exam in.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the article comprehensively addresses the frequently asked questions related to JEE Main, which are of paramount importance to students, parents, and educators every year. We have diligently provided answers to all these queries in this article. For the most up-to-date information and the latest news, visit at ALLEN.