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JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech)

National Testing Agency (NTA)

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Conducting body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Eligibility
Class 12 with PCM and the aggregate required by the NTA bulletin.
Exam pattern
90 questions · 300 marks · 180 min · −1 mark per wrong answer. Sections: Mathematics: 30 Q / 100 M · Physics: 30 Q / 100 M · Chemistry: 30 Q / 100 M. Section B numerical questions: +4, no negative. Attempt any 5 of 10 numerical per subject.

Pattern checked against the latest official notice.

Fee
₹1,000–2,000 per paper (approx.)
Official website
https://jeemain.nta.nic.in

Updated 2026-10-29

JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) FAQ

For job seekers, fresh graduates and professionals searching government jobs and test prep in India.

How do I prepare for JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) in India?

JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) is conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Pattern: 90 questions · 300 marks · 180 min · −1 mark per wrong answer. Sections: Mathematics: 30 Q / 100 M · Physics: 30 Q / 100 M · Chemistry: 30 Q / 100 M. Section B numerical questions: +4, no negative. Attempt any 5 of 10 numerical per subject. Use Indian Tests Hub for the syllabus checklist, practice MCQs in this exam's subjects and timed mocks that follow the pattern. Check the official notice for the current year.

Where do I apply for JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech)?

Apply only on the official site of National Testing Agency (NTA). Open the Apply tab on the JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) page to reach it. Keep Aadhaar, photographs, certificates and the fee receipt ready.

Is there negative marking in JEE Main (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech)?

Check the pattern on this page. It states the penalty per wrong answer, if any, and the time per section.