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JEE Advanced 2025
The IIT entrance exam — a quick guide to eligibility, pattern, syllabus and counselling.
A simple guide: eligibility, pattern, syllabus, counselling
JEE Advanced is the IIT entrance exam. It’s harder than JEE Main and focuses on deep concepts + problem solving. Use this as a quick summary.
- Purpose
- Admission to IIT undergraduate programs (via JoSAA)
- Eligibility
- Only after qualifying JEE Main (shortlisting as per criteria)
- Conducted by
- One IIT each year (rotational). For 2025, IIT Kanpur is expected.
- Exam date
- May 18, 2025
- Papers
- 2 compulsory papers · 3 hours each · PCM in both papers
- Attempts
- Max 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years (check brochure)
Official website: jeeadv.ac.in
Key dates (quick view)
Dates can change. Always confirm in the official information brochure.
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration | Apr 23 – May 2, 2025 |
| Fee payment last date | May 5, 2025 |
| Exam day | May 18, 2025 |
Who can apply?
Only the most important points verify edge cases from the brochure.
- JEE Main shortlisting: You must qualify JEE Main and be shortlisted as per category rules.
- Attempts: Maximum 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years.
- Age: Born on/after Oct 1, 2000 (5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD).
- Class XII: First appearance in 2024 or 2025 with PCM as compulsory subjects.
Best way to prepare for Advanced
Build concept depth, then practice tough mixed questions with full solutions + review loops.
How the exam works
2 papers on the same day. Question types can vary each year, read instructions carefully in the paper.
| Paper | Time (IST) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 09:00 – 12:00 | 3 hours |
| Paper 2 | 14:30 – 17:30 | 3 hours |
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Maths (in both papers)
- Question types: Single correct, multi-correct, numerical, match, etc.
- Marking: Can include partial + negative marking (varies by section)
What to cover (high-level)
Mostly Class 11–12. Depth matters more than breadth.
Physics
- Mechanics (incl. rotation)
- Thermal physics
- E&M + AC
- Optics
- Modern physics
Chemistry
- Physical (equilibrium, electrochem, kinetics)
- Inorganic (periodicity, coordination, metals)
- Organic (GOC, reactions, biomolecules)
Mathematics
- Algebra (complex, matrices, P&C)
- Calculus (diff + integral)
- Coordinate geometry (2D/3D)
- Vectors
JoSAA steps after Advanced
Simple steps, your Advanced rank drives IIT seat allotment.
- Register on JoSAA
- Fill and lock choices (IITs + programs)
- Mock allotment (optional, for understanding)
- Seat allotment rounds
- Verify documents and report
JoSAA portal: josaa.nic.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Short clarifications for common questions.
Who can write JEE Advanced 2025?
Only candidates who qualify JEE Main and are shortlisted (top ranks as per the official criteria) can appear for JEE Advanced.
How many attempts are allowed?
Maximum 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years (as per recent criteria).
Where should I verify the latest brochure and updates?
Use the official JEE Advanced website: jeeadv.ac.in.