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JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

 JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

 

The JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination) is India’s premier engineering entrance test, serving as the gateway to top institutions like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. For aspirants targeting the JEE Main 2027 session, understanding the current exam pattern is essential for effective preparation. This article outlines the latest exam structure that candidates can expect for JEE Main 2027.

Quick Glance at JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2027 is expected to be conducted in two sessions—January and April—by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The exam is divided into three papers based on course preference:

  • Paper 1:E./B. Tech (Engineering)
  • Paper 2A: Arch (Architecture)
  • Paper 2B: Planning (Planning)

Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech

Feature

Details

Mode of Exam

Computer-Based Test (Online)

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Total Questions

75 (25 per subject)

Question Types

MCQs & Numerical Value Questions (NVQs)

Section-A

20 MCQs per subject

Section-B

5 mandatory NVQs per subject

Exam Duration

3 hours

Maximum Marks

300 (100 per subject)

Marking Scheme

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Note: As of the 2025-2027 cycle, all 5 questions in Section B are mandatory; there is no longer a choice to "attempt any 5 out of 10".

Paper 2A: B. Arch

Feature

Details

Subjects

Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test

Total Questions

77 (75 objective + 2 drawing)

Maths

20 MCQs + 5 mandatory NVQs

Aptitude

50 MCQs

Drawing

2 questions (pen & paper, offline mode)

Exam Duration

3 hours

Paper 2B: B. Planning

Feature

Details

Subjects

Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-based Qs

Total Questions

100

Maths

20 MCQs + 5 mandatory NVQs

Aptitude

50 MCQs

Planning

25 MCQs

Exam Duration

3 hours

Key Points to Remember

  • Medium of Exam: Available in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, and various regional languages.
  • Syllabus: Based on the NCERT curriculum for Classes 11 and 12.
  • Negative Marking: Applies to both MCQs and Numerical Value Questions in Section A and Section B.

FAQs

Q1. How many questions must a candidate answer in Paper 1?

Ans. Candidates must answer 75 compulsory questions (25 each for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics).

Q2. Is there negative marking in Section B?

Ans. Yes, there is a negative marking of -1 for incorrect answers in Section B.

Q3. Is the choice system (10 attempt 5) still active?

Ans. No, since 2025, all 5 questions in Section B are mandatory.

Q4. What is the duration of the exam?

Ans. All papers (Paper 1, 2A, and 2B) have a duration of 3 hours. 
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