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Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)

Conducting Authority: IIT (for Joint Admission Board)

National competitive exam conducted rotationally by the IITs under the Joint Admission Board (JAB) for admission to undergraduate B.Tech and dual degree programs across all 23 IITs.

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⚙️Examination Mechanics

Official Exam Pattern & Test Structure

Standard examination delivery mode, total testing duration, and section-wise paper blueprint for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced).

Test Mode
Computer Based Test (CBT) in two mandatory papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
Duration
360 Minutes
(6 Hours)
Total Marks
360 Marks
Sections
2 Parts

Curriculum & Paper Sections Breakdown:

  • ✔Paper 1 (3 Hours): Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics · 180 Marks
  • ✔Paper 2 (3 Hours): Advanced Problem Solving in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics · 180 Marks
🎯Evaluation Scheme

Official Marking Scheme & Negative Penalties

Exact scoring methodology applied during computerized evaluation by IIT (for Joint Admission Board).

Response TypeMark AllocationRule Description
Correct Answer+3 or +4 marks depending on question section (full/partial marking)Awarded for each question answered accurately matching the final official answer key.
Incorrect Answer (Negative Penalty)-1 or -2 marks for negative marking questions; 0 for non-negative sectionsDeducted from candidate's aggregate score for wrong choices to discourage randomized guessing.
Unattempted Question0 marksZero marks awarded or deducted for questions left blank or marked for review without choosing an option.
📋Statutory Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria, Qualifying Degrees & Attempt Rules

Mandatory educational benchmarks and relaxed qualifying guidelines for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced).

Qualifying Educational Degree

Passed or appearing in Class 12 / Higher Secondary Examination with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational subject.

Minimum Aggregate Marks

75% aggregate marks in Class 12 board examination (65% for SC, ST, and PwD candidates) or top 20 percentile in respective state/national board.

Age Limit Policy

No upper age limit for JEE (Main/Advanced) as notified by NTA/JAB. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in the qualifying years.

Permissible Attempts

JEE Main: Up to 3 consecutive years from passing Class 12. JEE Advanced: Maximum 2 attempts in consecutive years.

🌐Multilingual Examination Delivery (NEP 2020)

Available Language Mediums (2 Languages)

Under the National Education Policy, Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) question papers are delivered in multiple regional language mediums.

🗣️ English🗣️ Hindi
💳Registration Fee Schedule

Category-Wise Application Fee Tiers

Official non-refundable application processing charges officially notified by IIT (for Joint Admission Board).

General / Unreserved
₹1,000
OBC-NCL / EWS
₹900
SC / ST / PwD
₹500
Female Candidates
₹800
🏛️Centralized Seat Allotment

Post-Exam Counseling & Seat Allotment Pathway

Candidates qualifying in Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) are allocated seats via Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). The centralized allotment process encompasses registration, choice locking of institutes/branches, multi-round merit seat allotments, and physical/online document verification.

Premier Institutes Admitting via Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)

Verified IITs, NITs, AIIMS, NLUs, and Central Universities that officially allocate seats through this examination.

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Premier autonomous institute of national importance established under the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961, offering undergraduate B.Tech, postgraduate, and doctoral research in engineering, technology, and applied sciences.

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Premier autonomous institute of national importance established under the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961, offering undergraduate B.Tech, postgraduate, and doctoral research in engineering, technology, and applied sciences.

Government Scholarships Applicable for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) Candidates

Central welfare and higher education scholarship schemes accessible upon qualifying and securing admission.

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AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme for Girl Students

Scholarship granting ₹50,000 per annum to meritorious female students pursuing technical degree and diploma courses in AICTE-approved institutions.

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Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students (PMS-SC)

Premier higher education scholarship covering 100% compulsory non-refundable fees and monthly maintenance allowances for SC students pursuing post-secondary degrees.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions on Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)

Authoritative answers verified against official conducting authority guidelines and information bulletins.

What is the exam pattern and duration for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)?▼
Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) is conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) in two mandatory papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2) with a total duration of 360 minutes. It comprises 360 total marks across designated subject sections with negative marking of -1 or -2 Marks for incorrect responses.
Is there negative marking in Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)?▼
Yes, the official marking scheme awards +3 or +4 Marks (varies by question type with partial marking for multiple correct) for every correct response and deducts -1 or -2 Marks for incorrect responses for each wrong answer. Unattempted questions carry 0 Marks.
What are the qualifying marks and eligibility criteria for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)?▼
Candidates must have passed Passed or appearing in Class 12 / Higher Secondary Examination with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational subject. with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 board examination (65% for SC, ST, and PwD candidates) or top 20 percentile in respective state/national board.. Regarding age limits: No upper age limit for JEE (Main/Advanced) as notified by NTA/JAB. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in the qualifying years.. Permitted attempts: JEE Main: Up to 3 consecutive years from passing Class 12. JEE Advanced: Maximum 2 attempts in consecutive years..
In how many languages is Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) conducted?▼
Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) is available in 2 languages: English, Hindi. Candidates choose their preferred medium during online application form submission.
What is the official application fee for Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)?▼
The category-wise application fee is: General (Male): ₹1,000, General (Female): ₹800, Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL: ₹900, and SC/ST/PwD/Third Gender: ₹500. Payment is completed online through the conducting authority official portal (https://jeeadv.ac.in).

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