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JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination Main)
JEE Main (Joint Entrance Examination Main)
JEE Main, also known as Joint Entrance Examination Main, is a national-level engineering entrance examination in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate engineering programs at NITs (National Institutes of Technology), IIITs (Indian Institutes of Information Technology), and other centrally funded technical institutions across the country. Here's a detailed overview:
Purpose and Importance
- Admission to Engineering Colleges: JEE Main is the primary exam for undergraduate engineering admissions in India.
- Gateway to IITs: Qualifying JEE Main is necessary for appearing in JEE Advanced, which is required for admission to IITs.
- Two Sessions: It is conducted twice a year in January and April, allowing candidates to improve their scores.
Examination Format
- Structure: JEE Main consists of Paper 1 (for B.E./B.Tech courses) and Paper 2 (for B.Arch/B.Planning courses).
- Subjects: Paper 1 includes questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Paper 2 includes Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Drawing Test (for B.Arch).
- Duration: Paper 1 is conducted for three hours, and Paper 2 has varying durations depending on the specific course.
- Marking Scheme: Correct answers in Paper 1 and Paper 2 (Mathematics and Aptitude Test) earn four marks each, with negative marking for incorrect answers.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Candidates must have been born on or after October 1, 1999. Relaxation is provided for certain categories.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates should have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject.
- Nationality: Indian nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals are eligible to apply.
Application Process
- Registration: Candidates need to register online through the official JEE Main website during the specified registration period.
- Admit Card: Admit cards are issued to registered candidates containing details such as exam center, date, and time.
- Examination Fee: Candidates are required to pay the examination fee online using debit/credit cards or net banking.
Examination Centers
JEE Main is conducted at various centers across India to provide candidates with options to choose their preferred examination center.
Result and Counseling
- Declaration of Result: Results are announced online, indicating the candidate's score and rank.
- Counseling: Counseling for seat allocation is conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) based on JEE Main scores and ranks.
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