Engineering Entrance

JEE Advanced

Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)

The IIT entrance examination designed to assess deep conceptual understanding, analytical ability and problem-solving skills.

Official Information Information reviewed for 2026

Conducting Body

One of the IITs, on a rotating basis

Level

National

Mode

Computer Based Test

Duration

Two compulsory papers; each paper is 3 hours

Overview

Understanding JEE Advanced

Admission to undergraduate, integrated postgraduate and dual-degree programmes at the IITs and participating institutions as specified by the current admission rules.

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Who Can Apply

Eligibility

Eligibility is linked to performance in JEE Main and the current JEE Advanced eligibility criteria.

Candidates must satisfy the qualifying examination, age, attempt and other conditions published for the relevant year.

Always use the current official information brochure because the rules are year-specific.

What You Study

Subjects

Physics

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Chemistry

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Mathematics

Prepare the prescribed subject syllabus with concept clarity, application-based practice and examination-oriented questions.

Structure

Exam Pattern

Papers
Paper 1 + Paper 2Both papers are compulsory
Subjects
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Duration
3 hours per paper
Question types
May include multiple-choice, multiple-select, numerical and other formatsThe exact format can vary by year

Scoring

Marking Scheme

Scheme

Varies by question type and year

Negative marking

May apply

Read the instructions shown for each question

What to Prepare

Important Topics

Physics

  • Mechanics
  • Electromagnetism
  • Waves & Optics
  • Thermal Physics
  • Modern Physics

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Chemistry

  • Physical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Chemical Bonding
  • Reaction Mechanisms

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Mathematics

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Vectors & 3D
  • Combinatorics & Probability

These are preparation categories, not a substitute for the latest official syllabus.

Student Guide

How to Prepare

01

Go beyond formula recall

Focus on deriving relationships, interpreting constraints and connecting multiple concepts.

02

Practise unfamiliar problems

Use mixed-concept questions to build flexibility under exam conditions.

03

Master both papers

Develop endurance and maintain accuracy across the full examination window.

04

Analyse solutions deeply

Study alternate approaches and understand why distractors or tempting methods fail.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is JEE Advanced harder than JEE Main?+

The examinations test different levels of depth. JEE Advanced places greater emphasis on analytical and multi-step problem solving.

How many papers are there?+

Two compulsory papers are conducted as part of the examination.

Are both papers required?+

Yes. Candidates must appear in both compulsory papers to be considered.

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