Who is eligible for JEE Advanced 2025?

To be eligible for JEE Advanced 2025, candidates must be: Among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (including all categories) in B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE (Main) 2025. Born on or after October 1, 2000. Five years age relaxation is given to SC, ST, and PwD candidates, i.e. these candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1995. A candidate can attempt JEE (Advanced) maximum of three times in two consecutive years. A candidate should have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2023, 2024 or 2025 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. A candidate should NOT have been admitted to an IIT irrespective of whether or not the candidate continued in the programme or accepted an IIT seat by reporting “online” / at a “reporting centre” in the past.

I have passed class 12 in 2024, can I appear for JEE Advanced 2025?

Based on the information provided, you are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2025 as you have passed Class 12 in 2024. According to the eligibility criteria, candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025 are eligible for JEE Advanced 2025. However, please note that you cannot appear for JEE Advanced 2025 if you have been admitted to an IIT in the past, regardless of whether you continued in the programme or accepted an IIT seat. Also, candidates must have qualified JEE Main 2025.

How many attempts are there for JEE Advanced?

A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced two times in two consecutive years. The candidates who will be appearing for JEE Advanced 2025 for the first time, can also appear for JEE Advanced 2026. Similary, candidates who have attempted JEE Advanced in 2024 for the first time can attempt JEE Advanced 2025. However, the candidates who have attempted JEE Advanced 2023 cannot attempt JEE Advanced 2025, as only two consecitive attempts are allowed in the exam.

I am a foreign national. Do I need to qualify JEE Main to be eligible for JEE Advanced?

No, as a foreign national, you do not need to qualify JEE Main to be eligible for JEE Advanced. However, you must meet the other eligibility criteria specified in the Information Brochure of JEE (Advanced) 2025, such as educational qualification and age limit. Additionally, you must register directly for JEE (Advanced) 2025 without appearing for JEE (Main) 2025.

Which subjects do I have to study for JEE Advanced?

JEE Advanced is a highly competitive exam that requires a thorough understanding of various topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Here are the topics and subtopics that you should focus on: A)Mathematics: 1.Algebra (especially complex numbers and quadratic equations): Complex numbers Quadratic equations Sequences and series Permutations and combinations Binomial theorem Mathematical induction 2.Trigonometry: Trigonometric functions and identities Inverse trigonometric functions 3:Analytical Geometry: Straight lines Circles Conic sections 4.Differential Calculus (especially limits, continuity, and differentiability): Limits, continuity, and differentiability Derivatives of elementary functions Applications of derivatives Maxima and minima 5.Integral Calculus (especially definite integrals and their properties): Indefinite integrals Definite integrals and their properties Applications of integrals 6.Vectors and 3D Geometry: Vectors and scalars Addition and subtraction of vectors Scalar and vector products Three-dimensional geometry B)Physics: 1.Mechanics: (especially laws of motion and rotational motion) Laws of motion Work, energy, and power Rotational motion Gravitation Elasticity Surface tension Fluid mechanics 2.Electrodynamics (especially electrostatics and electromagnetic induction): Electrostatics Current electricity Magnetic effects of current Electromagnetic induction Alternating currents 3.Optics (especially wave nature of light): Reflection and refraction of light Optical instruments Wave nature of light 4.Modern Physics: Atomic physics Nuclear physics Dual nature of matter and radiation Electromagnetic waves 5.Thermodynamics: Thermodynamic systems and processes Laws of thermodynamics Applications of thermodynamics C)Chemistry: 1.Physical Chemistry (especially chemical thermodynamics and chemical equilibrium): Basic concepts in Chemistry States of matter Chemical thermodynamics Chemical equilibrium Ionic equilibrium Electrochemistry Chemical kinetics 2.Inorganic Chemistry(especially chemical bonding and molecular structure): Periodic properties Chemical bonding and molecular structure Coordination compounds Metallurgy 3.Organic Chemistry(especially basic concepts in organic chemistry and hydrocarbons): Basic concepts in organic chemistry Hydrocarbons Alkyl halides Alcohol, phenols, and ethers Aldehydes and ketones Carboxylic acids and their derivatives Amines Biomolecules Again, it's important to note that each topic is essential for JEE Advanced, and you should strive to have a strong foundation in all of them. Focusing on the major topics will help you prioritize your preparation and allocate your time and resources more effectively.

What are the qualifying marks in JEE Advanced exam?

The qualifying cut-off of the Joint Entrance Examination-Advanced comprises the minimum score that aspirants need to appear in the Joint Seat Allocation Authority counseling. Students who score amongst the top 250000 ranks in the Joint Entrance Examination Main are qualified to apply for the Joint Entrance Examination Advanced exam. Students must have a score of a minimum of 75 percent marks in tier class 12th board exams. For Schedule Caste, Schedule Tribe, or OBC categories, the minimum score is 65 percent.

Can a Diploma student apply for JEE Advanced directly?

No, Diploma students are not eligible to appear directly for JEE Advanced. The Joint Entrance Examination JEE Advanced is the second stage of the two-part entrance exam conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programs in the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). To be eligible for JEE Advanced. Candidates must fulfill the following criteria: 1. Qualification: Candidates must have appeared for JEE Main and obtained a rank within the specified cutoff. JEE Main is the first stage of the entrance exam and serves as a screening test for JEE Advanced. 2. Educational Qualification: For admission to IITs, candidates must have either completed their 10+2 (or equivalent) examination in the current or previous year or be appearing for it in the current year. Diploma students, on the other hand, have completed a different qualification and are not considered under this eligibility criterion. 3. Age Limit: Candidates must satisfy the age limit criteria as specified by the conducting authority. Since Diploma students have pursued a different educational path, they are not directly eligible for JEE Advanced based on their Diploma qualification. However, after completing their Diploma, they can consider lateral entry options to join engineering programs in colleges or universities. It's important to note that specific eligibility criteria and admission processes may vary depending on the institute and its policies. Therefore, it's advisable to thoroughly check the official websites of the respective institutes or the official JEE website for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding eligibility and admission criteria for JEE Advanced.

How do I know if I am qualified for appearing in JEE Advanced exam?

Candidates need to check the JEE Main cutoff mentioned on their JEE Main result/scorecard and see whether they have obtained aggregate percentile score equal to or above the cutoff. JEE Main cutoff is different for all categories. Candidates can check category-wise JEE Main cutoff on the Shiksha page as well as in their scorecard. Only those candidates who have score equal to or above then the cutoff are allowed to appear in JEE Advanced exam. Admission in IITs is though JEE Advanced while NITs, IIITs and GFTIs offer admission based on JEE Mains rank. The JEE Main cutoff for JEE Advanvced is released with the JEE Main final scorecard after the exam for both sessions are over.