Exam comparison

    JEE Main vs JEE Advanced

    Compare the two-stage engineering entrance path by purpose, eligibility, question style and preparation depth.

    CompareJEE MainJEE Advanced
    AuthorityNational Testing Agency (NTA)The current organising IIT
    ModeComputer-based test (CBT)Computer-based test; both official papers are compulsory
    Marking+4 for a correct answer, −1 for an incorrect answer, 0 if left unattemptedThe official positive, partial and negative marking rules are stated separately for each section in the paper instructions
    Core subjectsPhysics, Chemistry, MathematicsPhysics, Chemistry, Mathematics

    Which route fits?

    JEE Main is the gateway to NITs, IIITs and JEE Advanced eligibility; JEE Advanced is the separate IIT admission examination. Most IIT aspirants prepare for both, not one instead of the other.