Maharashtra JEE Main 2025

Maharashtra JEE Main is an important entrance exam for students aspiring to secure admission to engineering colleges in Maharashtra and across India. The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and serves as the gateway for admission to NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions (CFTIs), as well as for qualification for JEE Advanced for IIT admissions.

Highlights

• Exam Name: Maharashtra JEE Main
• Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Exam Level: National
• Frequency: Twice a year (January & April)
• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
• Duration: 3 Hours
• Language: Multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Marathi
• Application Mode: Online
• Eligibility for Admission: Used for admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and state engineering colleges that accept JEE scores

Exam Dates 

JEE Main is conducted in two sessions each year. Here are the expected dates:

• January Session
  • Registration: November – December
  • Admit Card Release: 1 week before the exam
  • Exam Dates: First two weeks of January
  • Result Declaration: Last week of January
• April Session
  • Registration: February – March
  • Admit Card Release: 1 week before the exam
  • Exam Dates: First two weeks of April
  • Result Declaration: Last week of April

Exam Pattern

JEE Main consists of two papers:

1. Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
   • Mode: Computer-Based Test
   • Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
   • Total Questions: 90 (30 from each subject)
   • Type of Questions: MCQs & Numerical Value-Based Questions
   • Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect (MCQs)
   • Total Marks: 300
2. Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Planning)
   • Paper 2A (B.Arch) – Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing
   • Paper 2B (B.Planning) – Mathematics, Aptitude, Planning-Based Questions

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for JEE Main, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification:
  • Must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent
  • Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for B.Tech/B.E
• Age Limit: No specific age limit
• Number of Attempts: A candidate can appear for both sessions in a year and attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years after Class 12.
• State Quota: Maharashtra state candidates may also apply for state engineering colleges through JEE Main.

Syllabus

The syllabus is based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT curriculum. The key topics include:

• Physics: Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Electromagnetic Waves, Modern Physics, etc.
• Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, etc.
• Mathematics: Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Probability, Matrices, etc.

PREPARATION TIPS

• Understand the Syllabus & Exam Pattern: Go through NCERT books thoroughly.
• Make a Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject and revise regularly.
• Practice Mock Tests: Attempt previous years’ question papers and online mock tests.
• Focus on Weak Areas: Identify and improve on weaker topics.
• Time Management: Solve questions within the given time limit to improve speed and accuracy.
• Stay Updated: Follow official announcements for exam updates.