JEE Main 2020: Sample Papers, Question Papers with Solutions
The practice papers for JEE Main 2020 in the form of sample papers and previous year question papers are tipped to be the best resources for the exam preparation. JEE Main 2020 January session will be conducted from January 6 – January 11, 2020. The Practice Papers for JEE Mains are ideal resorts for applicants to analyze their performances in order to identify their strengths and weaknesses. These model question papers will also provide a clear picture of the marking scheme, number of questions and other aspects of the JEE Main Exam Pattern 2020.
JEE Main 2020 the national level engineering and architecture exam, will be conducted twice a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA) i.e. January and April. It is a concept introduced to standardize the process of entrance exams (under CBSE) so that the institutes/ board conducting those exams can be relieved of additional burdens. This change will provide an optimum opportunity for the aspirants. Check JEE Main Preparation Tips
Latest Updates
- The application process for JEE Main 2020 January Session has started from September 3, 2019. Apply Now
- JEE Main Exam Pattern has undergone major changes for this year’s sessions.
- NTA has commenced the registrations for JEE Main Mock Test 2020
Highlights of JEE Main 2020 Exam Pattern
| Specifications | JEE Main 2020 Pattern |
|---|---|
| Name of Papers | Paper 1 – B. E/ B. Tech Paper Paper 2 – B. Arch Paper Paper 3 – B. Planning Paper |
| Subjects | Paper 1 – Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics Paper 2 – Aptitude test, Mathematics and Drawing Paper 3 – Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning Based Objective Type |
| Type of Questions | MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)| Numerical Value Answer Based Questions| Drawing Test(B. Arch Paper) |
| Medium of Exam | English and Hindi (All Centre Cities) English, Hindi and Gujarati (Centre Cities in Gujarat, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli) |
| Duration of Exam | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | Paper 1 – 300 | Paper 2 – 400| Paper 3- 400 |
| Marking Scheme | Each question carries 4 marks For every incorrect attempt at MCQs, 1 mark will be deducted There will be no negative marking for numeircal value answer based questions 2 drawing questions contain total 100 marks (B. Arch Paper) |
JEE Main 2020 Mock Test
NTA has started the registration process for JEE Main Mock Test 2020. It will give you all a fair idea about the questions, layout and interface that you can expect in the actual exam. Practising JEE Main 2019 Mock Test, along with the sample papers, will help you enhance your speed and accuracy. Also Check Free Online Video Lectures for JEE Main 2020 Aspirants by IIT Faculty
In the last few days leading up to JEE Main 2020, candidates should go through the sample papers and mock tests to test their preparation and get hands-on practice in solving questions. Sample papers of JEE Main on individual sections (Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) will help you to prepare separate and comprehensive strategies. Check out JEE Main Practice Papers online that are also provided below:
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- Aim for a score that is higher than 250 and then only after tremendous efforts will you be able to touch the 250 mark.
- Choose a wise mentor who will guide you throughout your exam preparation.
- Continuous revision will do wonders for your preparation. Even if you are confident in a certain topic, keep revising so that the flow is not broken.
- Work on your weaknesses rather than ignoring them. My friend had joined the Filo-app. One-to-one sessions with tutors helped her a lot in making her understand and practice Math concepts.
- Take mock tests regularly, about once or twice a week. This helps you identify the areas you need to work on and prepares you well.
Lastly, you need to stay optimistic as this journey you have embarked on is tough and requires a lot of determination and motivation. Take care of your health, both physical and mental.
You need to have a higher rank if you want a decent NIT and a good branch. Here is an estimated list of cutoffs for a few reputed NITs.
| Institute | Estimated Cutoff (General category) |
| NIT Warangal | 1000 - 7000 |
| NIT Trichy | 500 - 5000 |
| NIT Surathkal | 300-5000 |
| NIT Jaipur | 1200-8000 |
| NIT Allahabad | 500-10000 |
These are approximate opening and closing ranks and the cutoff for these institutes varies each year.
NCERT books can help a lot to prepare for JEE Mains Chemistry. But it is not sufficient.
Inorganic Chemistry is the most scoring part. And for this section, NCERT books are a must. In past years there were questions directly from NCERT. But read your class notes and textbooks as well.
For Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, NCERT isn’t enough. You need to practice a lot, in order to have a good command of these sections. For these sections, go through the NCERT, make notes for important sections and solve practice series.
The easiest way to score above 200 in JEE Main is to score more than 95+ in Chemistry. It is the easiest section and involves less calculation. For, preparation go through the NCERT books thoroughly. Go through the previous years' question papers as well, the mark distribution almost remains the same.
Mathematics is scoring too but it takes longer to finish the section. For mathematics, practice as much as you can. Solve coaching materials, Arihant book series, NCERT, and previous year’s questions.
The physics section is often unpredictable. You can follow NCERT, HC Verma to prepare for Physics.
If you prepare well, Mathematics and Physics section should fetch you more than 110+ marks put together. This is the easiest way to score above 200 in JEE Main.
Here are some of the scoring and important chapters for JEE Main examination.
Physics JEE Main Important Topics:
- NLM-Friction, WEP-CIP
- Ray Optics
- Error & Experiment
- Electrostatic, Currents, Capitals
- Gravitation, Properties of Matter, Fluid Statics & Dynamics, Law of Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, KTG
- Modern Physics
Chemistry JEE Main Important Topics:
- Atomic Structure and Periodic Table
- Equilibrium
- Thermodynamics, Gas Law, Chemical Bonding
- Electro, Functional Group, Liquid Solution
- Bio Molecule, Polymers, P Block, Surface Chemistry
- Metallurgy, S Block, Coronation Compound, and Hydrogen
Mathematics JEE Main Important Topics:
- Co-ordinate
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Matrix and Determinants
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Vector Algebra
To score well in JEE Main, concentrate on the topics you have a good command of rather than the topics you haven’t covered.
