JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
NTA has started the application process for JEE Main 2021 exam. Students who are interested can apply from December 16 2020 and the last date is January 16, 2021. This year JEE Main 2021 will be held four time that is in February, March, April and May 2021. Due to COVID situation, some special changes has been made in the exam pattern of the examinations however JEE Main 2021 syllabus has been left untouched.
The number of questions that used to come in JEE Main earlier will remain unchanged but all students appearing for JEE Main 2021 will need to attempt 75 questions out of 90 or 25 out of questions 30 in each section of Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. Earlier, students have no choice of attempting questions. The examination will be of 3 hours.
JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern for B.E/ B.Tech students
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 MCQs and 10 Numerical Questions | 100 |
| Physics | 20 MCQs and 10 Numerical Questions | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 MCQs and 10 Numerical Questions | 100 |
| Total | 90 Questions (75 Questions need to be Answered) | 300 |
• Section A contains 20 MCQs for each subject while Section B contains 10 numerical questions for each subject out which 5 must be attempted by students.
• Each correct MCQ answer will carry four mark while one negative mark will be there for each incorrect MCQ answer. There will be no deductions for unanswered or marked for review questions.
• In Numerical question, correct answer will give you four marks while no negative marking for incorrect answer.
Tie Breaker Policy
• For candidates obtaining equal NTA score, the JEE Main 2021 tie breaker policy will decide JEE Ranks. The subject wise priority list is given below:
→ First Mathematics
→ Second Physics
→ Third Chemistry
→ If two or more students score same marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry sections, then least number of negative answers will be taken into consideration.
JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern for B.Arch students
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics Part I | 20 MCQs and 10 Numerical Questions | 100 |
| Aptitude Test Part II | 50 | 200 |
| Drawing Test Part III | 02 | 100 |
| Total | 82 Questions | 400 |
• Part I contains 20 MCQs for each subject and contains 10 numerical questions for each subject out which 5 must be attempted by students. Aptitude Test (Part-II) will be held in Computer Based Test Mode only and Drawing Test (Part-III) in pen & paper (offline) mode, to be attempted on drawing sheet of A4 size.
• Each correct MCQ answer will carry four mark while one negative mark will be there for each incorrect MCQ answer. There will be no deductions for unanswered or marked for review questions.
• In Numerical question, correct answer will give you four marks while no negative marking for incorrect answer.
Tie Breaker Policy
• For candidates obtaining equal NTA score, the JEE Main 2021 tie breaker policy will decide JEE Ranks. The subject wise priority list is given below:
→ First Mathematics
→ Second Aptitude
→ Third Drawing
→ If two or more students score same marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry sections, then least number of negative answers will be taken into consideration.
JEE Main 2021 Exam Pattern for B.Plan students
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics Part I | 20 MCQs and 10 Numerical Questions | 100 |
| Aptitude Test Part II | 50 | 200 |
| Planning Based Objective Type MCQs | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 105 Questions | 400 |
• Part I contains 20 MCQs for each subject and contains 10 numerical questions for each subject out which 5 must be attempted by students. Aptitude Test (Part-II) and Planning Based Objective Type (Part III) will be held in Computer Based Test Mode only.
• Each correct MCQ answer will carry four mark while one negative mark will be there for each incorrect MCQ answer. There will be no deductions for unanswered or marked for review questions.
• In Numerical question, correct answer will give you four marks while no negative marking for incorrect answer.
• For candidates obtaining equal NTA score, the JEE Main 2021 tie breaker policy will decide JEE Ranks. The subject wise priority list is given below:
→ First Mathematics
→ Second Aptitude
→ Third Planning Based MCQs
→ If two or more students score same marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry sections, then least number of negative answers will be taken into consideration.
JEE Main 2021 Syllabus for B.E/ B.Tech students
Mathematics Syllabus
| Sets, Relations, and Functions | Mathematical Induction | Integral Calculus | Vectoral Algebra |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations | Binomial Theorem and Its Simple Applications | Differential Equations | Statistics and Probability |
| Matrices and Determinants | Sequences and Series | Coordinate Geometry | Trigonometry |
| Permutations and Combinations | Limit Continuity, and Differentiability | Three Dimensional Geometry | Mathematical Reasoning |
Physics Syllabus
| Physics and Measurements | Thermodynamics | Electromagnetic Waves |
|---|---|---|
| Kinematics | Kinetic Theory of Gases | Optics |
| Laws of Motion | Oscillations and Waves | Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
| Work, Energy, and Power | Electrostatics | Atoms and Nuclei |
| Rotational Motion | Current Electricity | Electronic Devices |
| Gravitation | Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism | Communication Systems |
| Properties of Solids and Liquids | Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents | - |
Chemistry Syllabus
| Section A: Physical Chemistry | ||
|---|---|---|
| Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry | Chemical Thermodynamics | Chemical Kinetics |
| States of Matter | Solutions | Surface Chemistry |
| Atomic Structure | Equilibrium | - |
| Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure | Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry | - |
| Section B: Inorganic Chemistry | ||
| Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties | Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals) | Coordination Compounds |
| General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals | P-Block Elements | Environmental Chemistry |
| Hydrogen | d-and-f Block Elements | - |
| Section C: Organic Chemistry | ||
| Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds | Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen | Chemistry In Everyday Life |
| Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry | Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen | Principles Related to Practical Chemistry |
| Hydrocarbons | Polymers | - |
| Organic Compounds Containing Halogens | Biomolecules | - |
JEE Main 2021 Syllabus for B.Arch/ B.Plan students
| Part I | Awareness of persons, places, Buildings, Materials. Objects, Texture related to Architecture and build—environment. Visualising three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional drawings. Visualizing. different sides of three-dimensional objects. Analytical Reasoning Mental Ability (Visual, Numerical and Verbal). |
|---|---|
| Part II | Three dimensional - perception: Understanding and appreciation of scale and proportion of objects, building forms, and elements, color texture, harmony and contrast. Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns in pencil. Transformation of forms both 2 D and 3 D union, subtraction, rotation, development of surfaces and volumes, Generation of Plan, elevations and 3 D views of objects. Creating two dimensional and three-dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms. Sketching of scenes and activities from memory of urbanscape (public space, market, festivals, street scenes, monuments, recreational spaces, ect.), landscape (river fronts, jungles, trees, plants, etc.) and rural life. |
Drawing Test Syllabus for B. Arch Paper
• Drawing and Designing of geometrical or abstract shapes & patterns in pencil
• Transformation of forms both 2D and 3D union
• Elevation and 3D views of objects rotation
• Development of Surfaces and Volumes
• Generation of Plan
• Creating 2D & 3D compositions using given shapes and forms
• Sketching of activities from memory of urban scenes