After the announcement of the JEE Main 2024 results, the registration process for JEE Advanced will commence. This year, the examination will be administered by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. The registration window will open on Saturday, April 27 and will close on Tuesday, May 7. The deadline for submitting the application fee is Friday, May 10.
Before initiating the registration process, let’s review the eligibility criteria for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024. Through this examination, students are selected for admission to various Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) across the country.
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Advanced Exam 2024:
Performance in JEE (Main) 2024:
Candidates aspiring to appear in JEE Advanced must rank among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (across all categories) in the B.E/B.Tech paper of JEE (Main) 2024. The shortlisting percentages for various categories are as follows: 10% for GEN-EWS, 27% for OBC-NCL, 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, and the remaining 40.5% is open for all. Additionally, 5% horizontal reservation is available for PwD candidates within each category.
Age Limit:
Candidates should be born on or after October 1, 1999. However, candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories are eligible for a five-year age relaxation, meaning they should be born on or after October 1, 1994.
Number of Attempts:
A candidate can attempt JEE (Advanced) a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
Appearance in Class XII (or equivalent) Examination:
Candidates must have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2023 or 2024 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Those who appeared in the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2022 or earlier are NOT eligible for JEE (Advanced) 2024, regardless of the combination or number of subjects attempted/offered.
Earlier Admission to IITs:
Candidates who have been admitted to an IIT through JoSAA 2023, irrespective of whether they continued in the program or accepted an IIT seat, are not eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced) 2024. Additionally, candidates whose admission to IITs was canceled after joining any IIT for any reason are also NOT eligible for JEE (Advanced) 2024.
FAQs on Are you Eligible for Upcoming JEE Advanced Exam 2024
1. What are the eligibility criteria for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024?
To be eligible for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024, candidates must have appeared for the JEE Main Exam 2024 and secured a place in the top 2,50,000 (including all categories). Additionally, candidates must satisfy other eligibility criteria regarding age, number of attempts, and educational qualifications as specified by the exam conducting authority.
2. How can I check if I am eligible for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024?
Eligibility for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024 is determined based on the candidate’s performance in the JEE Main Exam 2024. The exam conducting authority releases the list of eligible candidates on their official website after the declaration of JEE Main results. Candidates can check their eligibility status by logging into the official website using their credentials.
3. What is the role of the JEE Main Exam in determining eligibility for JEE Advanced 2024?
The JEE Main Exam serves as the qualifying stage for the JEE Advanced Exam. Only candidates who secure a position in the top 2,50,000 (including all categories) in the JEE Main Exam are eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024.
4. Are there any age criteria for eligibility for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024?
Yes, candidates appearing for the JEE Advanced Exam 2024 must be born on or after October 1, 1999. There are certain relaxations in the age limit for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per the norms set by the exam conducting authority.
5. Can I apply for the JEE Advanced Exam if I have appeared for JEE Main but did not secure a place in the top 2,50,000?
No, only candidates who have secured a position in the top 2,50,000 (including all categories) in the JEE Main Exam are eligible to apply for the JEE Advanced Exam. If a candidate does not meet this criterion, they are not eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced Exam in the given year.
6. Is there any provision for relaxation in eligibility criteria for candidates belonging to reserved categories?
Yes, candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC, ST, and PwD (Persons with Disability) may be eligible for certain relaxations in age limit, number of attempts, and other eligibility criteria as per the guidelines set by the exam conducting authority.