The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 is one of India’s most important engineering entrance examinations, and understanding the JEE Main exam pattern 2027 is essential for candidates to plan their preparation effectively and perform well in the examination. The exam pattern provides you with details about the mode of examination, number of questions, marking scheme, subject-wise distribution, and duration of the exam.
JEE aspirants start with analysing the syllabus and exam paper pattern before starting their JEE Main preparation. Scoring becomes easier once the aspirant understands different aspects of the exam paper patterns. As per the latest exam pattern trends, the JEE Main exam is conducted in two sessions. Session 1 of JEE Main is conducted in January, while Session 2 is conducted in April.
At Matrix JEE Coaching, we train students in a way that they can strategically plan how to use the given time and allocate time for each question. This blog is an overview of the latest JEE Main 2027 exam patterns, the total number of questions in Paper 1 and Paper 2, and the marking scheme.
Check out the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 all-shift analysis below:
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (All Shifts) (Live)
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 2 Shift 1) – Live
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 2 Shift 2) – Live
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 4 Shift 1) – Live
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- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 5 Shift 2) – Live
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- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 6 Shift 2) – Live
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper Analysis (April 7 Shift 2) – Live
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An exam analysis of all the shifts on the JEE Main Session 1 exam is provided below:
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (All Shifts) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (21 January Shift 1) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (21 January Shift 2) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (22 January Shift 1) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (22 January Shift 2) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (23 January Shift 1) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (23 January Shift 2) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (24 January Shift 1) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (24 January Shift 2) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (28 January Shift 1) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (28 January Shift 2) (Live Now)
- JEE Main Session 1 Paper Analysis (29 January Shift 1)(Live Now)
A Quick Overview of JEE Main 2027 Exam
To make an effective JEE Main preparation strategy, it is necessary to be well-versed with the exam pattern. In each session, Paper 1 includes a total of 75 compulsory questions of 300 marks; Paper 2A includes 77 questions of 400 marks; and Paper 2B includes 100 questions of 400 marks. All three papers also have 5 compulsory numerical questions in Section B. Each paper has the same marking scheme.
Compared to 2025, there are no significant changes in the exam paper pattern. The JEE Main exam targets three papers for different engineering courses.
- JEE Main Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech
- JEE Main Paper 2 – B.Arch and B.Planning
- Paper 2A is for a Bachelor’s in Architecture
- Paper 2B is for a Bachelor’s in Planning
Each paper has a different paper pattern and different subject sections.
- In Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), there are three sections: Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry.
- In Paper 2A (B.Arch), the three sections are Mathematics, Drawing, and Aptitude.
- In Paper 2B (B.Plan), the three sections are Mathematics, Aptitude-based questions, and planning-based questions.
Get a clear picture of the updated JEE Main 2027 exam pattern and marking scheme in the table below.
| Particulars | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) | Paper 2A (B.Arch) | Paper 2B (B.Plan) |
| ConductingBody | NTA (National Testing Agency) | NTA (National Testing Agency) | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Total Time Duration | 3 hours (4 hours for PwD candidates) | 3 hours (180 mins) | 3 hours (180 mins) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks (100 marks in each section) | 400 Marks | 400 Marks |
| Subjects | Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry | Mathematics, Drawing section, and Aptitude | Mathematics, Aptitude-based section, and Planning-Based section. |
| Total Number of Questions | 75 Questions | 77 Questions | 100 Questions |
| Number of Questions (Section-Wise) | 25 questions in each section: Physics – 25Q Mathematics – 25Q Chemistry – 25Q | Mathematics – 25Q Drawing section – 2Q Aptitude Section – 50Q | Mathematics – 25Q Aptitude Section- 50Q Planning Section – 25Q |
| Type of Questions | 20 MCQs and 5 Numerical Value Questions (same for each section) | MCQs in Maths and Aptitude section; Drawing-type questions | MCQs, Numerical Value Questions, Planning – Based Questions |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for every correct attempt; -1 for every incorrect MCQ attempt; 0 marks for unattempted question | +4 for every correct attempt-1 for every incorrect attempt0 marks for unattempted question | +4 for every correct attempt-1 for every incorrect attempt0 marks for unattempted question |
JEE Main Exam Paper Pattern for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
The JEE Main paper pattern, according to the latest bulletin, remains unchanged. For Paper 1, the sections are Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. The total number of questions for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) is 75. The time duration given is 3 hours (4 hours for PwD candidates). It is important to know that all the questions in the paper will be based on the JEE Main syllabus as released by the officials.
Each subject section has two sections of questions:
- Section A: 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Section B: 5 numerical value questions
- All 75 questions are compulsory. There are no optional questions. Here is the complete JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 exam pattern based on the latest NTA update:
| Subject | Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Mathematics | Section A: 20 MCQs; Section B: Numericals (5) | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect 0 marks for unattempt | 100 Marks |
| Physics | Section A: 20 MCQs Section B: Numericals (5) | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect 0 marks for unattempt | 100 marks |
| Chemistry | Section A: 20 MCQs Section B: Numericals (5) | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect 0 marks for unattempt | 100 marks |
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern for Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Planning)
The JEE Main Paper 2 is given to students who want to pursue a Bachelor’s in Architecture and Planning. Paper 2 is set according to the course, and the questions are based on drawing and planning mainly. The paper pattern is slightly different compared to Paper 1. Here is the detailed overview of the paper pattern of JEE Main Paper 2:
| Particulars | Paper 2A (B.Arch) | Paper 2B (B.Plan) |
| Course offered | Bachelor of Architecture | Bachelor of Planning |
| Mode of the Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) for Mathematics and aptitude; Offline (Pen and Paper) mode for drawing section | Complete Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration of the Exam | 3 hours (180 minutes) | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Subjects included | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning |
| Mathematics section | 25 total (20 MCQs + 5 numerical all compulsory) | 25 total (20 MCQs + 5 numerical all compulsory) |
| Aptitude Section | 50 MCQs | 50 MCQs |
| Drawing/Planning Section | 2 Drawing tasks (100 marks) | 25 MCQs (Planning) |
| Total number of questions | 77 (75 objective + 2 drawing) | 100 questions |
| Total marks | 400 marks | 400 marks |
| Type of Questions | MCQs, Numerical Value Answers, and Drawing | MCQs and Numerical Value Answers |
| Marking scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect |
JEE Main 2027 Exam Total Questions (Paper-Wise)
There are 3 papers that students can opt to give in the JEE Main exam. Each paper has a different set of question patterns. So the total number of questions differs as well. To get a clear idea about the total number of optional and compulsory questions in the JEE Main exam, here is a detailed overview:
Total Number of Questions in JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
| Subject | Section A | Section B | Type of Questions |
| Mathematics | 20 Q | 5 Q | MCQs in Section A Numericals in Section B |
| Physics | 20 Q | 5 Q | MCQs in Section A Numericals in Section B |
| Chemistry | 20 Q | 5 Q | MCQs in Section A Numericals in Section B |
| Total number of Questions | 60 Q | 15 Q | 75 Questions in Total |
Total Number of Questions in JEE Main Paper 2A (B.Arch)
| Subject | Section A | Section B | Type of Questions |
| Mathematics – Part 1 | 20 Q | 5 Q | MCQs in Section A Numericals in Section B |
| Aptitude – Part 2 | 50 Q | – | Aptitude level questions |
| Drawing – Part 3 | – | – | 2 questions in the complete drawing section |
| Total number of Questions | – | – | 77 Questions in Total |
Total Number of Questions in JEE Main Paper 2B (B.Plan)
| Subject | Section A | Section B | Type of Questions |
| Mathematics – Part 1 | 20 Q | 5 Q | MCQs in Section A Numericals in Section B |
| Aptitude – Part 2 | 50 Q | – | Aptitude level questions |
| Planning – Part 3 | 25 Q | – | Planning – based questions |
| Total number of Questions | – | – | 100 Q in total |
JEE Main 2027 Marking Scheme
The marking scheme for the JEE Main exam has been the same for years. For both papers, the marking scheme is uniform. In Paper 2A, the drawing section has no negative marking, and the marks allotted are solely based on the evaluation done. To understand the marking scheme accurately, let us go through the overview:
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech):
Total 300 marks (100 marks for each section)
- +4 marks for each correct answer
- -1 mark for each incorrect answer
- 0 marks for unattempted questions
Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning):
400 marks for each paper
- +4 marks for each correct answer
- -1 mark for each incorrect answer
- 0 marks for unattempted questions
For the Drawing section (Paper 2A): 2 questions of 50 marks each are present.
Key Highlights of JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern
Here is a quick snapshot of the JEE Main 2027 exam facts. All the information mentioned is based on the latest updates released by NTA:
- The JEE Main 2027 exam will be conducted in a CBT (Computer-Based Test) mode.
- There are a total of 75 questions in the JEE Main Paper 1.
- + 4 marks are given for a correct answer and -1 for an incorrect answer.
- The total time duration of the exam is 3 hours (180 minutes).
Conclusion
Familiarity with the JEE Main exam pattern helps students manage their time efficiently and develop a strategic approach to solving questions during the examination. NTA conducts the examination in online mode, where lakhs of candidates appear every year. The latest exam pattern for the JEE Main Exam 2027 has been released separately for both Session 1 and Session 2, and the exam is conducted accordingly.
Students who are aiming for JEE Main 2027 must be well informed about the JEE Main exam pattern and other aspects that are important for this exam. This is one of the toughest engineering exam in India that allow students to take admission to numerous NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs across India. JEE Main is also a gateway to JEE Advanced, where the top 2.5 lakh candidates will be selected on the basis of the JEE Main result.
FAQs
The JEE Main paper is divided into three sections, which are Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. Each section has 25 questions, where there are 20 MCQs and 5 numericals. The total number of questions in the JEE Main 2027 paper is 75.
Yes, according to the latest JEE Main 2027 paper pattern, all questions are compulsory to attempt. In Section B, all 5 numericals are compulsory to attempt, including all the multiple-choice questions.
For JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech) and Paper 2A (B.Arch), the total time duration is 3 hours. For PwD candidates, the total time duration allotted is 4 hours. If candidates give both Paper 2A and 2B, the total time duration allotted is 3.5 hours.
Yes, for every wrong MCQ attempt, there is a negative marking of -1. For every wrong attempt of a numerical value question or MCQ, negative marking is allotted in both sections. Hence, students can build their attempt strategy accordingly.
The JEE Main exam marking scheme is set in a way where +4 marks are allotted for every correct answer and -1 mark for every incorrect MCQ. There is negative marking for wrong attempts of numerical value questions. 0 marks are given for every unattempted question.
Yes, as per the JEE Main paper pattern, there are 5 numerical-based questions in every section. In total, the JEE Main 2027 exam has 15 numerical-based questions. All the numerical questions are compulsory to attempt.
For the JEE Main 2027 exam, there are no optional questions, and students will have to attempt all 5 numerical questions. Before 2025, the JEE Main exam had optional questions in numericals. Students had the flexibility to attempt 5 questions out of 10 numerical questions. In 2025, NTA decided to remove optional questions.
No, the JEE Main 2027 paper pattern is the same as the previous year’s pattern. There are a total of 75 questions, including 25 questions per subject. Every section has 20 MCQs and 5 numerical value questions.
National Testing Agency (NTA) will set the JEE Main 2027 paper. NTA is the conducting body responsible for the JEE Main exam. NTA releases the guidelines for the exam and also sets the paper every year.
The JEE Main paper has two types of questions in Paper 1. The exam paper includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and numerical value questions. In papers 2A and 2B, aptitude questions are asked, including planning-based questions as well as drawing-based questions.
