JEE Main 2027 Exam Structure Explained: Paper-Wise Subjects, Questions, Marks and Duration

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the JEE Main 2027 registration process. The application form can be filled out without incurring a late fee until November 22, 2026.

As per the official dates, JEE Main 2027 session 1 is scheduled to take place on January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027. The admit card for JEE Main 2027 session 1 can be downloaded by the candidates from the official website starting January 13.

The JEE Main examination comprises of two main papers. Paper 1 is taken by candidates for getting admission in undergraduate engineering programs like BE and BTech at NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and participating universities. Paper 2 is taken by candidates for getting admission in BArch and BPlanning programs.

The candidates can refer to the list given below for checking subjects, question types and exam modes paper-wise.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 1: BE/BTech

Subject Areas: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

Method of Exam: Computer Based Test (CBT)

Types of questions: Paper 1 consists of multiple choice questions (MCQs) and questions where candidates are required to type their answers as numbers.

Equal weightage is given to Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in the exam.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 2A: BArch

Paper 2A is conducted for candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) programmes. It consists of three parts.

Part 1: Mathematics

Question types: Objective-type MCQs and questions requiring a numerical value as the answer.

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Part 2: Aptitude Test

Question types: Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Part 3: Drawing Test

The Drawing Test assesses candidates' drawing aptitude.

Mode: Pen-and-paper based examination on an A4-size drawing sheet.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 2B: BPlanning

Paper 2B is conducted for admission to Bachelor of Planning (BPlanning) programmes. It includes three parts:

• Part 1: Mathematics
• Part 2: Aptitude Test
• Part 3: Planning-Based Questions

The questions in Paper 2B are objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

JEE Main 2027: Two Exam Sessions

For the 2027-28 academic session, JEE Main will be conducted in two sessions.

• Session 1: January 2027

• Session 2: April 2027

The two-session pattern could be used by candidates for taking the examination in both sessions according to the regulations of the NTA.

The JEE Main is also being used as the qualifying examination for the JEE Advanced, which is done for admissions to IITs. Those candidates who want to take the JEE Main 2027 exam should go through the official information brochure for paper pattern and rules.

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