JEE Syllabus, Pattern, and Scheme of Examination | Physics for JEE Main & Advanced PDF Download

What is JEE?

The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main to facilitate entry into B.E, B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning programs at esteemed institutions nationwide. Successful candidates gain access to top-tier institutes. Additionally, JEE Main serves as the qualifying examination for JEE (Advanced), a prerequisite for admission to the prestigious IITs. In the JEE Main 2025 exam, Paper 1 is dedicated to B.Tech/B.E courses, while Paper 2 comprises two segments - 2A for B.Arch programs and 2B for B.Plan courses. 

JEE Mains Exam Pattern for B.Tech/ B.E. (Paper 1)

The time allotted for JEE Main exam Paper 1 is 3 hours, with an extended duration of 4 hours for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates. This paper is conducted in an online format and is divided into two sections for each subject: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) in Section A and numerical questions in Section B. Section A includes 20 compulsory questions from each subject, while Section B presents 10 questions, from which candidates can choose and answer any 5 based on their preference. 

JEE Mains Paper 1 Exam Pattern 

JEE Mains Exam Pattern for B.Arch and B.Plan (Paper 2)

• The structure of JEE Main exam Paper 2 varies for B.Arch and B.Planning, yet both papers allow 3 hours.
• For B.Arch (Paper 2A), the exam is conducted in a combination of online and offline modes. The Aptitude and Mathematics sections are held online, while the Art or Structure Drawing test is in pen and paper or offline mode.
• The drawing section comprises only 2 questions, evaluating candidates' drawing skills. The Mathematics section consists of 20 MCQs and 10 numerical questions, while the Aptitude section has 50 questions.
• On the other hand, for B.Plan (Paper 2B), the exam is entirely conducted online. The questions cover three subjects: Planning, Mathematics, and Aptitude.
• The planning section includes 25 questions, and the Mathematics section comprises 20 MCQs and 10 numerical questions. Additionally, the Aptitude section consists of 50 questions.

JEE Mains Paper 2 Exam Pattern 

Marking Scheme for BE/B.Tech & B.Arch/B.Plan 

Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech): 

• The JEE Main exam Paper 1 carries a total of 300 marks. 
• Each correct response earns 4 marks, while a wrong response results in a deduction of 1 mark. 
• No marks are subtracted for unanswered questions. In the Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry sections combined, a maximum of 100 marks is allocated for all 25 questions. 
• Candidates are required to attempt a total of 75 questions, resulting in a potential score of 75*4, which equals 300 marks.

Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning): 

• JEE Main exam Paper 2 has a total of 800 marks, divided equally into 400 marks each for B.Arch (2A) and B.Plan (2B). 
• A correct response earns 4 marks, while an incorrect response results in a deduction of 1 mark. Unattempted questions do not incur any mark deductions. 

Paper 2A (B. Arch):

• In the drawing section, each of the 2 drawing questions has the potential to earn a maximum of 50 marks, totaling 100 marks. 
• In the Mathematics section, candidates can accumulate a maximum of 100 marks by attempting 25 questions out of the 30 available, with each question worth 4 marks. 
• The Aptitude section offers a maximum of 200 marks, with 4 marks awarded for each of the 50 questions.

Paper 2B (B.Plan):

• In the planning-based section, each of the 25 questions carries a value of 4 marks, resulting in a total of 100 marks. 
• Similarly, in the Mathematics section, candidates can earn a maximum of 100 marks by receiving 4 marks for each of the 25 questions. 
• The Aptitude section allows for a total of 200 marks, with 4 marks awarded for each of the 50 questions.  

Syllabus for JEE

Physics Syllabus for JEE (Mains)

• Units & Measurements
• Vectors
• Kinematics
• Basic Mathematics for Physics
• Laws of Motion
• Work, Energy, and Power
• Rotational Motion
• Gravitation
• Properties of Solids and Liquids
• Thermodynamics
• Kinetic Theory of Gases
• Oscillations and Waves
• Electrostatics
• Current Electricity
• Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
• Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
• Electromagnetic Waves
• Optics
• Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
• Atoms
• Nuclei
• Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits

Chemistry Syllabus for JEE (Mains)

Physical Chemistry

• Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry
• Atomic Structure
• Electrochemistry
• Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
• Solutions
• Chemical Kinetics
• Chemical Equilibrium
• Ionic Equilibrium
• Thermodynamics

Organic Chemistry

• Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
• General Organic Chemistry (GOC)
• Isomerism
• Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
• Hydrocarbons
• Aromatic Hydrocarbons
• Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids
• Amines
• Biomolecules

Inorganic Chemistry

• Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
• p-Block Elements
• d – and f – Block Elements
• Co-ordination Compounds

Mathematics Syllabus for JEE (Mains)

• Sets, Relations, and Functions
• Matrices
• Determinants
• Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
• Permutations and Combinations
• Binomial Theorem & its Simple Applications
• Sequences and Series
• Straight Lines
• Inequalities
• Logarithms
• Circle
• Parabola
• Ellipse
• Hyperbola
• Trigonometric Ratios, Functions & Equations
• Inverse Trigonometric Functions
• Limits and Derivatives
• Continuity and Differentiability
• Applications of Derivatives
• Indefinite Integral
• Definite Integrals
• Application of Integrals
• Differential Equations
• Vector Algebra
• Probability Class 12
• Statistics
• Probability Class 11
• Three Dimensional Geometry