The eagerly anticipated Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2024 session 2 is poised to begin on April 4th, administered by the esteemed National Testing Agency (NTA). This examination stands as the threshold for aspiring students endeavoring to secure admission into undergraduate engineering programs nationwide. Encompassing a diverse range of engineering courses, JEE Main represents the initial stride toward the fulfillment of countless academic aspirations within the engineering realm.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2024 Session 1 (January 2024) across 544 centers in 291 cities, including 21 international centers.
This session witnessed a surge in the number of registered candidates compared to the preceding year, with 1,221,624 candidates registered for JEE Main 2024 Session 1, marking a substantial increase of 27% from the previous year’s count of 860,064. However, the examination was conducted in 10 shifts, two fewer than in the previous year.
The JEE Main 2024 syllabus has undergone a reduction in specific topics across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Here’s an overview of the areas that will see decreased coverage:
JEE Main Reduced Syllabus
The overall syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics has been trimmed by 25% to 35% depending on the subject, aiming to streamline the content and alleviate pressure on students.
JEE Main Excluded Chapters
Physics: Communication Systems (from Unit – Electronic Devices) and certain topics from Experimental Skills. • Chemistry: Various topics including Physical quantities and their measurements, States of Matter, Thomson and Rutherford’s atomic models and their limitations, Surface Chemistry, s-block Elements, General Principles and Processes of Isolation Metals, Hydrogen, Environmental Chemistry, Polymers, and Chemistry in Everyday Life. • Mathematics: Select topics within Three Dimensional Geometry.
Note: Students should refer to the official NTA website for the most precise information.
Shifting Weightage Mathematics’ weightage has slightly increased from 30% to 35%, while Physics and Chemistry have experienced a minor decrease from 25% each to 22.5% each. This underscores the significance of a robust foundation in Mathematics.
JEE Main Syllabus Overview
Here’s a summary of the subjects and notable changes to bear in mind:
Physics: Expect a concentration on fundamental topics like Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics, with the omission of certain chapters like Communication Systems. • Chemistry: Core areas such as Chemical Bonding, Periodic Classification, and Organic Chemistry remain pivotal, while chapters like Physical quantities and their measurements, States of Matter, and Environmental Chemistry have been excluded. • Mathematics: Although core concepts like Calculus, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, and Vectors remain central, a slight reduction in content within Three Dimensional Geometry is anticipated.
JEE Main Exam Structure JEE Main 2024 follows a computer-based test (CBT) format with two papers: Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) and Paper 2 (B.Arch./B.Plan.). Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.): Assesses knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics through 90 questions (30 from each subject) with a total of 300 marks. • Section A: 20 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options (1 mark each, negative marking for incorrect answers). • Section B: 10 Numerical Value Questions (NVQs) with one or more correct answers (4 marks each, no negative marking).
Paper 2 (B.Arch./B.Plan.): Tailored for students aspiring for Architecture and Planning programs, comprising 105 questions (30 Mathematics, 50 Aptitude, and 2 Drawing) with a total of 300 marks.
Mathematics: Similar format to Paper 1 with 30 MCQs and 10 NVQs.
Aptitude: 50 questions evaluating spatial reasoning, imagination, and aesthetic sense.
Drawing: Two questions assessing drawing skills (25 marks each).
JEE Main Key Dates
Application Window Closure: The application window for JEE Main 2024 (both sessions) has concluded.
Session 2 Exam Dates: April 4th to April 12th, 2024.
Additional Important Details
Eligibility: Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with specified minimum marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Detailed eligibility criteria are available on the NTA website.
Exam Mode: Online (Computer Based Test).
Official Website: https://nta.ac.in/