Joint Entrance Examination (JEE)
About JEE
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programs in India. It is conducted in two stages: JEE Main and JEE Advanced.
Frequency
Twice a year for JEE Main, Once a year for JEE Advanced
Mode
Computer-based test (CBT)
Duration
3 hours for each paper
Subjects
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Key Information
- Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA) for JEE Main, IITs for JEE Advanced
- Exam Level: National-level
- Courses Offered: B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning
Infrastructure
India's IITs and NITs offer world-class infrastructure with cutting-edge laboratories, research facilities, and advanced learning resources.
Fees Structure (Approximate)
- JEE Main Application Fee: ₹650 (General) / ₹325 (Reserved Categories)
- JEE Advanced Application Fee: ₹2,800 (General) / ₹1,400 (Reserved Categories)
- Tuition Fee: ₹2,00,000 - ₹3,00,000 per year (varies by institution)
Placements
Top engineering colleges in India, including IITs and NITs, have excellent placement records, with students being recruited by leading multinational companies and startups.
Exam Pattern
JEE Main
- Total Questions: 90 (30 each in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer
- Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech (Computer-based test)
- Paper 2: B.Arch (Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing)
- Paper 3: B.Planning (Mathematics, Aptitude, Planning)
JEE Advanced
- Papers: 2 Papers, both compulsory
- Total Questions: Varies each year (Usually around 54 per paper)
- Marking Scheme: Varies each year with full, partial, and negative marking
- Sections: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Question Types: Multiple choice, numerical value-based, and list match sets
Important Dates
JEE Main
- January Session: Registration in December
- April Session: Registration in March
- Exam Date: January and April
- Result Declaration: February and May
JEE Advanced
- Registration Date: May
- Exam Date: Usually in June
- Result Declaration: Usually in June
Eligibility Criteria
JEE Main
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects. No age limit is specified.
JEE Advanced
Top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers are eligible for JEE Advanced. Candidates should have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Percentile System, Safe Scores, and Cutoffs
Percentile System
The JEE Main percentile system is a normalization procedure used to compare scores across multiple sessions. A candidate’s percentile is calculated based on the relative performance of all candidates appearing in a particular session.
The formula for calculating the percentile is: Percentile Score = (100 × Number of candidates in the session with raw score ≤ the candidate) / Total number of candidates in the session.
Safe Scores
A safe score in JEE Main is generally considered to be 98-99 percentile or above. For JEE Advanced, a safe score would be around 200+ marks, depending on the difficulty level of the paper.
Previous 3 Years' Cutoffs (General)
- JEE Main 2024 Cutoff (General Category): 93.54 percentile
- JEE Main 2023 Cutoff (General Category): 90.77 percentile
- JEE Main 2022 Cutoff (General Category): 88.41 percentile
- JEE Main 2021 Cutoff (General Category): 87.89 percentile
- JEE Advanced 2023 Cutoff (General Category): 35% aggregate
- JEE Advanced 2022 Cutoff (General Category): 34% aggregate
- JEE Advanced 2021 Cutoff (General Category): 35% aggregate
The cutoffs for NITs and IITs vary every year and are determined based on factors such as the number of applicants, seat availability, and difficulty level of the exam. Generally, a rank within 10,000 in JEE Main ensures a seat in NITs, while a rank within 2,500 in JEE Advanced is needed for a seat in the IITs.
Top 5 Colleges You Can Get Via JEE
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay
- Infrastructure: IIT Bombay has state-of-the-art infrastructure with world-class laboratories, research centers, and a vast library.
- Fees: Approx. ₹2,24,000 per year.
- Facilities: Hostels, international exchange programs, industry collaborations, and entrepreneurship cells.
- Placements: IIT Bombay graduates are recruited by top global companies with excellent salary packages.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi
- Infrastructure: IIT Delhi offers a modern campus with advanced research facilities, well-equipped labs, and a comprehensive library.
- Fees: Approx. ₹2,24,000 per year.
- Facilities: Hostel, cultural and technical fests, entrepreneurship programs, and research opportunities.
- Placements: IIT Delhi graduates enjoy top placements in leading multinational companies and startups.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
- Infrastructure: IIT Madras has a sprawling campus with cutting-edge research facilities, well-maintained labs, and a large library.
- Fees: Approx. ₹2,24,000 per year.
- Facilities: Hostels, research initiatives, industry tie-ups, and student clubs.
- Placements: Graduates from IIT Madras are placed in top-tier companies with high salary packages.
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy
- Infrastructure: NIT Trichy provides a well-equipped campus with modern laboratories, research centers, and a comprehensive library.
- Fees: Approx. ₹1,50,000 per year.
- Facilities: Hostels, cultural and technical events, industry collaborations, and sports facilities.
- Placements: NIT Trichy graduates secure excellent positions in leading companies and startups.
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Surathkal
- Infrastructure: NIT Surathkal offers a well-developed campus with state-of-the-art research facilities, laboratories, and a vast library.
- Fees: Approx. ₹1,50,000 per year.
- Facilities: Hostel, student clubs, industry partnerships, and cultural festivals.
- Placements: NIT Surathkal graduates are highly sought after by top companies across various sectors.