About JEE Advanced
JEE Advanced
JEE Advanced is the second-stage test (after JEE Main) for aspiring IIT students. Remember, only the top 2.5 lakh performers in JEE Main get to challenge JEE Advanced. It's your doorway to the prestigious IITs. The exam is conducted annually by one of the 7 IITs or IISc Bangalore in CBT mode, under the aegis of the Joint Admission Board (JAB).
What does it offer?
Entry to undergraduate courses like B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Arch, etc.
Admission to Integrated Master's and Dual Degree programs.
Seat selection through JoSAA, based on JEE Advanced rank and preference.
What courses can you pursue?
BTech in various Engineering disciplines.
BSc programs in Science.
BArch in Architecture.
Dual Degree programs like B.Tech-MTech and BS-MS.
Integrated MTech and Integrated MSc programs.
Those who qualify in the JEE Advanced exam are offered seats in IITs based on their course preference and JEE Advanced ranks via a common process by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA).
Eligibility:
JEE Main Performance: only 180,200 candidates appeared as per 2024
Educational Qualification: Candidates should have passed or be appearing in their 10+2 examination.
Age Limit: Similar to JEE Main, there are age criteria.
Number of Attempts: Candidates can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in consecutive years.
Subjects: It tests knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Format:
Mode: JEE Advanced is a Computer-Based Test.
Type of Questions: The exam includes Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Numerical Answer Type Questions (NATs), and sometimes matching type questions.
Duration: The exam is generally conducted over two days, with two papers, each lasting 3 hours.
Syllabus: The syllabus is based on Class 11 and 12 curricula but can be more comprehensive and challenging compared to JEE Main.
Scoring: There is a mix of positive and negative marking, and the exact marking scheme can vary from year to year.
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Total Seats in IIT : 17, 385 as per 2024
Preparation Tips:
Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and exam pattern for both JEE Main and JEE Advanced.
Practice Regularly: Regular practice with mock tests and previous years' papers is crucial.
Focus on Concepts: Build a strong foundation in fundamental concepts of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Time Management: Develop effective time management strategies for both preparation and during the exam.
Admission Process:
JEE Main: Based on JEE Main scores, candidates can apply to various NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded institutions.
JEE Advanced: Admission to IITs and some other institutions is based on JEE Advanced scores.
Key Points:
Joint Admission Process: Various states and institutions may have their own admission processes that are linked with JEE scores.
Counselling: Post-exam counselling and seat allocation are managed by different authorities, including the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for IITs, NITs, and other central institutions.
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