The JEE Main examination consists of 2 papers : Paper-1 and Paper-2. JEE Main Paper-1 is for admission in B.E./ B.Tech courses. JEE Main Paper-2 is divided into Paper-2A and Paper-2B. JEE Main Paper-2A is for admission in B.Arch while Paper-2B is for admission in B.Planning courses.
JEE Main Paper 1 and Paper 2 Difference
Here we will discuss the difference between JEE Main paper-1 and 2 in terms of courses, sections, exam mode, total marks, required subjects and eligibility in class 12, etc.
Difference Between JEE Mains Paper 1 and 2
| JEE Main Paper-1 | JEE Main Paper-2 |
| JEE Main Paper-1 is for admission in B.E./ B.Tech courses. | JEE Main Paper-2 is for admission in B.Arch./ B.Planning courses. |
| JEE Main Paper-1 subjects (sections) are Physics, Chemistry and Math. | JEE Main Paper-2 subjects (sections) are Math, Aptitude and Drawing/Planning. |
| JEE Main Paper-1 will be conducted completely online. | JEE Main Paper-2 will be online except the drawing test which will be conducted in pen-paper mode. |
| The total marks of JEE Main paper-1 is 300. | The total marks of JEE Main paper-2 is 400. |
| A candidate should have Math and Physics compulsory in Class 12/ Equivalent qualifying examination for JEE Main Paper-1. | A candidate should have Math, Physics, Chemistry compulsory in Class 12/ Equivalent qualifying examination for JEE Main Paper-2A and only Math compulsory for JEE Main Paper-2B. |
JEE Mains Paper-1 and Paper-2 : FAQs
What is Paper 1 and Paper 2 in JEE Mains?
JEE Mains Paper-1 and Paper-2 are conducted by NTA for admission in undergraduate engineering programs like B.Tech, B.E, B.Arch, B.Plan at NITs, IIITs and other Central/ State funded technical institutions.
Is Paper 1 and 2 compulsory for JEE Mains?
No, it is not compulsory to give both Paper 1 and 2 of JEE Mains. B.E./ B.Tech aspirants have to give JEE Main Paper-1. B.Arch. aspirants have to give JEE Main Paper-2A. B.Planning aspirants have to give JEE Main Paper-2B.
Can we give both JEE Mains paper 1 and paper 2?
Yes, you can give both JEE Mains paper 1 and paper 2 if you want to take admission in engineering and architecture/planning courses.
Is the syllabus of JEE Mains Paper 1 and 2 same?
The JEE Main Math syllabus is the same for Paper 1 and 2. JEE Main Paper-1 also has Physics and Chemistry sections while Paper-2 has Aptitude and Drawing/ Planning sections.
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JEE Main Exam Pattern for Paper-1 and Paper-2
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