IIT Joint Entrance Examination (Main) has two Papers.

Paper 1 is for Engineering Aspirants

Paper 2 is for Architecture Students.

JEE Main Paper (1 or 2)Mode of Exam

Paper 1 Pen and paper based (Offline).
Computer based test (CBT).

Paper 2 Pen and paper based (offline).
Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 Pen and paper based for both exams.
CBT for Paper 1 and Pen and Paper based for Paper 2.

JEE Main Exam Pattern 2016

Paper Subjects Type of Questions Mode of Exam Duration

Paper I Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics Objective type questions with equal weightage to Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics Pen and Paper based OR Computer based 3 Hours

Paper II Part I: Mathematics

Part II: Aptitude Test

Part III: Drawing Test Objective Type Questions
Objective Type Questions
Questions to Test Drawing Aptitude Pen and Paper based 3 Hours

Total Exam Duration – 3 hours

Marks for correct answer – (+4)

Marks for negative answer – One fourth (¼)

Zero marks will be deducted for no answer

Joint Entrance Examination Main Syllabus :

JEE Main 2017 Syllabus Paper I:

Mathematics:

Unit 1: Sets, Relations and Functions

UNIT 2: Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations

UNIT 3: Matrices and Determinants

UNIT 4: Permutations and Combinations

UNIT 5: Mathematical Induction



UNIT 6: Binomial Theorem

UNIT 7: Sequences and Series

UNIT 8: Limit, Continuity and Differentiability

UNIT 9: Integral Calculus

UNIT 10: Differential Equations

UNIT 11: Co-Ordinate Geometry

UNIT 12: Three Dimensional Geometry

UNIT 13: Vector Algebra

UNIT 14: Statistics and Probability

UNIT 15: Trigonometry

UNIT 16: Mathematical Reasoning

Physics:

UNIT 1: Physics and Measurement

UNIT 2: Kinematics

UNIT 3: Laws of Motion

UNIT 4: Work, Energy and Power

UNIT 5: Rotational Motion

UNIT 6: Gravitation

UNIT 7: Properties of Solids and Liquids

UNIT 8: Thermodynamics

UNIT 9: Kinetic Theory of Gases

UNIT 10: Oscillations and Waves

UNIT 11: Electrostatics

UNIT 12: Current Electricity

UNIT 13: Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism

UNIT 14: Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents

UNIT 15: Electromagnetic Waves

UNIT 16: Optics

UNIT 17: Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation

UNIT 18: Atoms and Nuclei

UNIT 19: Electronic Devices

UNIT 20: Communication Systems

UNIT 21: Experimental Skills

Chemistry:

UNIT 1: Some Basic concepts in Chemistry

UNIT 2: States of Matter

UNIT 3: Atomic Structure

UNIT 4: Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

UNIT 5: Chemical Thermodynamics

UNIT 6: Solutions

UNIT 7: Equilibrium

UNIT 8: Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry

UNIT 9: Chemical Kinetics

UNIT 10: Surface Chemistry

UNIT 11: Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

UNIT 12: General Principles and Process of Isolation of Metals

UNIT 13: Hydrogen

UNIT 14: Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)

UNIT 15: p – Block Elements

UNIT 16: d – and f – Block Elements

UNIT 17: Co-ordination Compounds

UNIT 18: Environmental Chemistry

UNIT 19: Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds

UNIT 20: Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry

UNIT 21: Hydrocarbons

UNIT 22: Organic Compounds Containing Halogens

UNIT 23: Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen

UNIT 24: Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen

UNIT 25: Polymers

UNIT 26: Bio Molecules

UNIT 27: Chemistry in Everyday Life

UNIT 28: Principles Related to Practical Chemistry’

JEE Main 2017 Syllabus Paper II:

Part A: Objects, Texture related to Architecture and build environment. Visualizing three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings. Awareness of persons, places, Buildings, Materials. Different sides of three dimensional objects. Visualizing. Analytical Reasoning Mental Ability (Visual, Numerical and Verbal) .

Part B: Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns in pencil. Three dimensional – perception: Understanding and appreciation of scale and proportion of objects, building forms and elements, colour texture, harmony and contrast. Creating two dimensional and three dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms. Transformation of forms both 2 D and 3 D union, subtraction, rotation, development of surfaces and volumes, Generation of Plan, elevations and 3 D views of objects. Landscape (river fronts, jungles. gardens, trees, plants etc.) and rural life, sketching of scenes and activities from memory of urban space (public space, market, festivals, street scenes, monuments, recreational spaces etc)