JEE Main 2021

JEE Main 2021 Highlights

JEE Main 2021

The JEE Main comprises of two papers. The Paper1 is conducted for admission to Undergraduate Engineering Programs (B.E/B. Tech) at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments. This exam also makes you eligible for JEE Advanced.

The JEE (Main) is being conducted in multiple Sessions (February/March/April/May 2021) for admissions in the next academic session. The April or the 3rd session exam was postponed and later conducted on July 20, 22, 25 & 27. The May or 4th session of JEE Main 2021 exam will be conducted on August 26, 27, 31, September 1 & 2. The student's best of the 2021 NTA Scores will be considered for preparation of Merit List/ Ranking.

JEE Main 2021 Syllabus

Mathematics Syllabus

• Sets, Relations & Functions, 

• Matrices & Determinants, 

• Permutations & Combinations, 

• Complex Numbers & Quadratic Equations, 

• Binomial Theorem, Mathematical Induction, Limit, 

• Sequences & Series, Differential Equations, 

• Integral Calculus, Continuity & Differentiability, 

• Three Dimensional Geometry,

• Co-ordinate Geometry, 

• Statistics & Probability, 

• Vector Algebra,

•  Mathematical Reasoning

• Trigonometry

Physics Syllabus

Section A

• Laws of Motion

• Kinematics

• Work, Energy & Power

• Gravitation

• Rotational Motion

• Physics & Measurement

• Properties of Solids & Liquids

• Thermodynamics

• Electrostatics

• Oscillations & Waves

• Kinetic Theory of Gases

• Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism

• Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Currents

• Current Electricity

• Optics

• Electromagnetic Waves

• Dual Nature of Matter & Radiation

• Electronic Devices

• Atoms & Nuclei

• Communication Systems, etc. 

Section B

Familiarity with the basic approach and observations of the experiments and activities:

1. Vernier callipers-its use to measure the internal and external diameter and depth of a vessel. 

2. Screw gauge-its use to determine thickness/ diameter of thin sheet/wire.

 3. Simple Pendulum-dissipation of energy by plotting a graph between the square of amplitude and time. 

4. Metre Scale - the mass of a given object by principle of moments. 

5. Young's modulus of elasticity of the material of a metallic wire. 

6. Surf ace tension of water by capillary rise and effect of detergents, 

7. Co-efficient of Viscosity of a given viscous liquid by measuring terminal velocity of a given spherical body,

 8. Plotting a cooling curve for the relationship between the temperature of a hot body and time. 

9. Speed of sound in air at room temperature using a resonance tube,

 10. Specific heat capacity of a given (i) solid and (ii) liquid by method of mixtures. 

11. The resistivity of the material of a given wire using metre bridge. 

12. The resistance of a given wire using Ohm's law. 

13. Potentiometer-i. Comparison of emf of two primary cells. ii. Determination of internal resistance of a cell. 

14. Resistance and figure of merit of a galvanometer by half deflection method. 

15. The focal length of; (i) Convex mirror (ii) Concave mirror, and (ii) Convex lens, using the parallax method. 

16. The plot of the angle of deviation vs angle of incidence for a triangular prism.

 17. Refractive index of a glass slab using a travelling microscope. 

18. Characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse bias. 

19. Characteristic curves of a Zener diode and finding reverse break down voltage. 

20. Characteristic curves of a transistor and finding current gain and voltage gain. 

21. Identification of Diode. LED, Transistor. IC. Resistor. A capacitor from a mixed collection of such items. 

22. Using a multimeter to: (i) Identify the base of a transistor (ii) Distinguish between NPN and PNP type transistor (iii) See the unidirectional of current in case of a diode and an LED. (iv)Check the correctness or otherwise of a given electronic component (diode, transistor or IC). 

Chemistry Syllabus

Physical Chemistry:

• Some Basic concepts in Chemistry, 

• States of Matter, 

• Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure, 

• Atomic Structure, 

• Solutions, Redox Reactions & Electrochemistry, 

• Equilibrium, Chemical Thermodynamics, 

• Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry, etc.

Inorganic Chemistry:

• General Principles & Process of Isolation of Metals, 

• Hydrogen, p - Block Elements, s - Block Element, 

• Co-ordination Compounds, d - and f - Block Elements, 

• Classification of Elements & Periodicity in Properties, 

• Environmental Chemistry, etc.

Organic Chemistry:

• Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, 

• Organic Compounds Containing Halogens, 

• Purification & Characterization of Organic Compounds, 

• Hydrocarbons, Polymers, 

• Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, 

• Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen, 

• Bio Molecules, 

• Principles Related to Practical Chemistry, 

• Chemistry in Everyday Life, etc.

JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern

The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Test mode. The detailed information on the exam pattern of JEE Main 2021 is given below:

• Each Subject will have two sections. Section A will be of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value. 

• In Section B, candidates have to attempt any five questions out of 10. There will be no negative marking for Section-B.

• For MCQs - 4 Marks will be awarded for every correct answer and 1 Mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

• For answer with a numeric value - 4 Marks will be awarded for every correct answer and there will be no negative marking for the incorrect answer. .

JEE Main 2021 Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit- For appearing in the JEE (Main) 2021, there is no age limit for the candidates. The candidates who have passed the class 12 / equivalent examination in 2019, 2020, or appearing in 2021 irrespective of their age can appear in JEE (Main) 2021 examination. However, the candidates may be required to fulfil the age criteria of the Institute(s) in which they are desirous of taking admission.

• Qualifying Subjects: To qualify for JEE Main, candidates should have passed Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, language or any other subject.

• Qualifying Marks: For admission into IITs, IIITs, NITS, and CFTIs, candidates should have scored a minimum of 75% or should be in the top 20 percentile of the respective boards. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum score required would be 65%. add although Due to COVID 19, The eligibility criteria for Class XII Marks in JEE 2021 admissions has been relaxed

• Only those candidates who have passed Class 12 / equivalent examination in 2019, 2020 or 2021; or those who are appearing in Class 12 / equivalent examination in 2021, are eligible to appear in JEE (Main) 2021.

JEE Main 2021 Important Dates

JEE (Main) Exam 2021 (May Session- postponed)

JEE (Main) Exam 2021 (April Session)

JEE Main 2021 (March Session)

JEE Main 2021 (February Session)

JEE Main 2019 & 2020 Cut-off

 Here is a list of the JEE Main cut-off percentile of the previous year 2019 & 2020.

JEE Main 2021 Admit Card

The JEE Main admit card 2021 are available online on the official website of the NTA- https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/webinfo/public/home.aspx. Aspirants can download their JEE Main 2021 Admit Card by using the application number and password or application number and date of birth. Details like the JEE exam schedule, exam centres name & address, slot & timing of the JEE Main exam, photograph and signature of candidate as well as important exam instructions are mentioned in the JEE Main Admit Card 2021. NTA has issued the JEE Main Admit Card 2021 only for those candidates who submitted their application form within specified dates. Candidates are advised to verify their details mentioned on the Admit Card of JEE Main 2021 and contact the NTA authorities to rectify the errors, if any. Candidates are required to carry a good quality colour printout of their JEE Main admit card. Candidates are also required to carry a passport size colour photograph and photo ID along with their JEE Main Admit Card. 

NTA will soon release the JEE Main Admit card 2021 for the 4th session exam tentatively by the third week of August. 

JEE Main 2021 Result 

As per the official NTA notification, the results of the February, March and April session of JEE Main 2021 has already announced on 8th March, 24th March and August 6th respectively. 

Students can login to their account at https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/and access their JEE Main 2021 Scorecard. The JEE Main 2021 Scorecard consists of the section-wise NTA scores (percentiles in Maths, Physics & Chemistry) as well as the overall NTA score. 

The rank of a candidate is decided by their NTA score. This rank is the basis of admission into NIT’s, IIT’s, CFTI’s and other engineering colleges in India.

JEE Main 2021 Counselling 

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority, also known as JoSAA, conducts the counselling process when the result is out. The JEE Main seat counselling is held in total of six rounds, also,depending on the availability of seats. JoSAA looks after the admission of candidates into NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and other institutions participating in the admission process of JEE Main. Candidates start the process by registering on josaa.nic.in – the official website for JoSAA counselling. 

Throughout the process, the following original documents are required for document verification:

• JEE Main Provisional Seat Allocation Letter

• JEE Main Rank Card

• 10th & 12th Marksheet

• JEE Main Counselling Form

• 2 Passport Size Photos

• JEE Main Admit Card

• Category Certificate (if any)

• Medical Fitness Certificate