JEE Main 2025 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

JEE Main FAQS 2025 aims to help the candidates with all their confusion and doubts associated with JEE Main 2025. Joint Entrance Examination Main is a highly competitive national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is a gateway to some of the most prestigious Engineering colleges in the country, including the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT).

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JEE Main FAQs 2025

JEE Main 2025 is a crucial exam for students who wish to pursue Engineering in some of the top-ranked Engineering colleges in India. Some of the JEE Main FAQs 2025 are added below.

1. How is the JEE Main score calculated?

The JEE Main score is calculated based on the raw score obtained by the candidate. The raw score is the total number of correct answers multiplied by 4 and the total number of incorrect answers multiplied by -1.

2. What is the JEE Main cutoff?

The JEE Main cutoff is the minimum mark required to qualify for the next round of the admission process. The cutoff is determined by the participating institutes and varies from institute to institute.

3. When will the JEE Main result be announced?

The JEE Main result is usually announced within a month of the examination. The result can be accessed on the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA).

4. What is the 75% rule in JEE Main?

Candidates must score at least 75% marks in class XII or more to be placed in the top 20 percentile in JEE Main. Also, it is needed for admission into IITs, NITs, and GFTIs.

5. What is a good percentile in JEE Main?

65% and above is considered a good rank in JEE Main. However, it varies for each institute and category.

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6. Is there a 100 percentile in JEE Main?

Yes, there is a 100 percentile in JEE Main. According to the past 5 years' records, candidates who have topped the exam scored 100 percentile. 

7. How many marks are required to be in the top 10 in JEE Main?

Candidates are required to have 280 and above marks to be in the top 10. The officials will transform the marks into percentile to display the result. 

8. Is the 99 percentile accepted in NITs?

Yes, a 99 percentile score is accepted in NITs. However, the trend keeps on changing each year. Therefore, it is suggested that candidates keep a check on the latest NIT cutoff for admission. 

9. Is 150 marks enough to get admission to CSE?

It depends on the category to which the candidate belongs. 150 is accepted for admission in CSE for candidates from reserved categories. 

10. Which is the number 1 IIT in India?

According to the NIRF ranking in 2022 and 2023, IIT Madras is placed in the first position.

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11. What will be the percentile if the JEE Main mark is 50?

The percentile will be between 73.287808 - 80.982153 for a candidate whose JEE Main mark is 50. 

12. Which chapters in JEE Main chemistry are tough?

All the chapters from Chemistry hold some weightage in JEE Main. However, thermodynamics, gaseous state, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, ionic equilibrium, electrochemistry, and equivalent chemistry holds more weightage. 

13. 120 marks in JEE Main is how much percentile?

A score of 120 marks in JEE Main corresponds to a percentile of approximately 80. However, it's worth noting that the exact percentile associated with a given score can vary depending on the overall performance of the test-taking cohort, and on the specific JEE Main session.

14. 40 marks in JEE Main is how much percentile?

A candidate who scored 40 marks in JEE Main will be awarded the percentile between 62 to 69. 

15. What are the type of questions asked in JEE Main?

JEE Main consists of two types of questions: MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) and Numerical Questions.

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16. Is the geometry box allowed inside JEE Main exam hall?

No, geometry box or any such stationery items are not allowed inside the JEE Main exam hall.

17. What will the percentile be if a candidate scores 100 marks in JEE Main?

Suppose a candidate score 100 marks in JEE Main. In that case, their marks will be transformed into percentile scores by applying the normalisation method. The percentile of the candidate will be between 95.42678954 - 94.40128456 percentile.

18. If a candidate from the OBC category scores 97 percentile, what will their rank be?

The candidate's rank with 97 percentile in JEE Main from the OBC category will be between 30690 - 34500.

19. How many marks is the 86 percentile?

86 percentile means the candidate has scored between 51 to 60 marks.

20. Are candidates scoring 70% in class 12 eligible for JEE Main?

Yes, a candidate with 70% in class 12 can appear for JEE Main 2025. However, they will not get admission into top colleges like NITs, IITs, and IIITs.

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21. What items are not allowed inside the JEE Main hall?

There is a list of items barred inside the JEE Main exam hall. NTA releases the JEE Main guidelines, items like calculators, watches, phones, headphones, and others that are not permissible.

22. Can a candidate join IIT without appearing for JEE Main?

Yes, a bunch of IITs admit candidates without JEE Main. However, candidates must appear for other exams and qualify for admission.

23. Can a candidate appear for both the JEE Main sessions?

Yes, a candidate can appear for both the JEE Main 2025 sessions. However, the scores will be normalised, and the session that has a higher percentile will be considered.

24. Is it possible to appear for JEE Main without Maths?

No, it is impossible. JEE Main exam is based on 3 subjects: Maths, physics, and Chemistry. Therefore, candidates need to attempt questions from all three sections to qualify for the exam.

25. What is the new change in JEE Main 2025?

75% rule has been re-introduced in JEE Main for admissions in IIITs, NITs, and CFTIs. Rest all remains same.

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26. Can we get into IIIT without JEE?

IIIT Hyderabad offers direct admission in B.Tech. ECE & B.Tech. CSE courses without the requirement of JEE Main percentile score. The admission is offered through IIIT Hyderabad's Special Channel of Admission (SPEC).

27. Is 200 a good score in JEE Main?

150-200 marks is considered good in JEE Main. As per previous years JEE Main cut-offs and rank analysis, a score between 150-200 will likely get you admission to top NITs. You will also get qualified for JEE Advanced and IITs.

28. How much percentile score is required for admission in NITs for the ST category?

For reserved category candidates, an 80+ percentile score is enough to get into NITs.

29. Can I get into NIT with 70 percentile in JEE Main for the general category?

No, since NIT has a percentile requirement of 97 or above for the general category.

30. Which college can I get with 60 to 70 percentile in JEE Main?

There are a bunch of colleges that admits candidates with 60 to 70 percentile in JEE Main. Candidates can check the details and apply for admissions. 

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These are the few FAQ's that a candidate gets in his mind during the process of attempting the JEE Main Exam. These FAQ's are addressed to provide clarity on the doubts regarding the ranks requirements, eligibility and reservations.