JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern: Check Total Mraks & Section wise Weightage

Summary: Are you curious about the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern 2025? The NTA will reveal all on their official site! While we await the schedule, dive into the JEE Main Paper 2 pattern for 2025 to get a head start on your preparations.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has made a few changes to the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern. As per the new JEE Main B.Arch exam pattern, section B's marking scheme for JEE mains paper 2 will also have a negative marking from this year.

Understanding the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern and syllabus is vital for securing good grades in the entrance exam. Paper 2 of the JEE Main exam consists of two parts: Paper 2A for B. Arch programs and Paper 2B for B.Plan programs.

Discover insights into JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern for B. Arch and B. Plan programs.

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Understanding JEE Main Paper 2 2025 Exam Pattern

Last year, the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam was conducted in two sessions, i.e., January and April 2024.

Referring to the analysis of the JEE Main 2024 Paper 2 exam pattern, the JEE Main B Arch question paper pattern included three sections: Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing. 

The JEE Main Paper 2 exam is conducted for 400 marks. 

As said above, section B of both B. Arch and B. Plan will have a negative marking of -1 mark for each wrongly answered question.

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Highlights of JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern

Both B.Arch and B.Planning papers are conducted online except for the Drawing section in B.Arch. The drawing part is performed offline, i.e., pen and paper.

• Paper 2A will have 82 questions, while paper 2B will have 105 questions.
• Each subject shall include 20 MCQs and 10 numerical questions. Out of 10, you need to attempt only five numerical questions.
• Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan) will be conducted separately for 400 marks each.
• The exam shall be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.

JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern for B.Architecture

According to the JEE Main Paper 2 Syllabus, the B. Arch entrance exam will mainly test your mathematics, aptitude, and drawing skills.

The JEE Main paper will have 82 questions, including 30 questions (20 MCQs & 10 Numerical Value Questions) from mathematics, 50 questions from aptitude, and two questions on drawing.

Each question carries four marks, and there is a negative marking for Sections A and B of the mathematics section.

Particulars	JEE Main Paper 2 Pattern 2025 Details
Mode of Examination	Computer-based examination except for Drawing section in B.Arch
Medium of Examination	13 languages
Duration of Examination	3 hours for general, 4 hours for PwD aspirants
Number of Sections	Mathematics; Aptitude test; Drawing test
Type of Questions	Mathematics - Multiple-choice questions and questions with numerical values as answers;
	Aptitude - Multiple-choice questions
	Drawing - Drawing aptitude
Number of questions	82
Total Marks for JEE Mains Paper 2	400 Marks

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Marking Scheme

Check out the table below to know the detailed marking scheme for the B. Arch program.

As the session 2 exam is approaching, knowing the marking scheme will help enhance your last-minute preparation for the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam.

Subjects	Number of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	30 (20+10*)	100
Aptitude	50	200
Drawing Test	2	100
Total	82	400 Marks

*5 out of 10 questions with answers as a numerical value have to be answered.

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern for B.Planning

To pursue B. Planning programs, you must appear for the JEE Main Paper 2B.

As per the JEE Main Paper 2 Question Pattern, the question paper for JEE Main Paper 2 includes 105 questions, each with four marks. Also, there is a negative mark for each wrong answer.

Check out the detailed paper pattern from the post below and enhance your preparation for the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam 2025.

Particulars	JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern Details
Mode of Examination	Computer-based examination
Medium of Examination	13 languages
Duration of Examination	3 hours for general, 4 hours for PwD aspirants
Number of Sections	Mathematics; Aptitude test; Planning test
Type of Questions	Mathematics - Multiple-choice questions and questions with numerical values as answers
	Aptitude - Multiple-choice questions
	Planning - Multiple-choice questions
Number of Questions	105 Questions
Total Marks	400 Marks

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2B Exam Pattern: Section-Wise Weightage

According to the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern, the mathematics section includes 30 questions (20 MCQs and ten numerical value questions), 50 questions from aptitude, and 25 questions from the planning section.

The exam is for 400 marks. In the mathematics section, you have to attempt only 25 questions out of 30.

The below table explains the marking scheme for the B.Planning course. As per the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern, you can attempt five out of 10 numerical questions in the mathematics section.

Subjects	No. of Questions	Marks
Mathematics	30 (20+10*)	100
Aptitude	50	200
Planning Test	25	100
Total	105	400

*5 out of 10 questions with answers as a numerical value have to be answered.

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JEE Main 2025 B. Planning Exam Pattern: Tie-Breaking Procedure

If you and other aspirants score the same marks in the B. planning exam, the NTA will follow the tie-breaking procedure as explained below while preparing the merit list:

• Authorities will consider those who have NTA Scores in the mathematics section.
• High NTA Score in the aptitude section.
• High NTA Score in the planning-based questions.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in all subjects of the test.
• NTA will consider the ones with the slightest wrong answers in the aptitude test.
• The one with fewer wrong answers is in the mathematics section.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in the planning-based questions.
• Those who are older will be given first preference.
• Application number in ascending order.

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Marking Scheme

Sections A and B of the mathematics section will also have negative marking forms this year.

• For every correct answer, you will be awarded +4 marks.
• For every wrong question, you will lose a -1 mark.
• No marks will be awarded or detected for unattempted questions.
• If the question is incorrect or dropped, candidates will be awarded four marks (+4) for all who attempted it.
• Candidates are advised to use the constants provided (if any) in the questions for their calculations and round off the answer to the nearest integer.

Check out the table below for a brief look at the marking scheme for the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam.

Question	Marks
Correct answer or the most appropriate Answer	+4 Marks
Wrong Answer	-1 Mark
Un-attempted Questions	No Marks

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern: Medium of Paper

The JEE Main Paper 2 exam is conducted in 13 languages per the revised exam pattern. Check out the table below to know the medium of the JEE Main Paper 2 Question Paper.

Language	Exam Centres
English	All Examination Centres
Hindi	All Exam Centres in India
English and Assamese	Exam Centres in Assam
English and Bengali	Exam Centres in West Bengal, Tripura and Andaman & Nicobar Island
English and Gujarati	Exam Centres in Gujarat, Daman, Diu, Dadra, and Nagar Haveli
English and Kannada	Exam Centres in Karnataka
English and Marathi	Exam Centres in Maharashtra
English and Malayalam	Exam Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep
English and Odia	Exam Centres in Odisha
English and Punjabi	Exam Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi
English and Tamil	Exam Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Island
English and Telugu	Exam Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
English and Urdu	All Exam Centres in India

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Exam Pattern: Tie-Breaking Procedure

Suppose you and other aspirants clear the JEE Main Paper 2 eligibility criteria and score the same marks in the JEE Main Paper 2 exam. In that case, the NTA will follow the tie-breaking procedure as explained below while preparing the merit list:

• Authorities will consider those who have NTA Score in the mathematics section
• High NTA Score in the aptitude section
• High NTA Score in the drawing section
• The one with fewer wrong answers in all subjects of the test.
• The NTA will consider the ones with the least wrong answers in the aptitude test.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in the mathematics section.
• Those who are older will be given first preference.
• Application number in ascending order

Tips to Improve Your JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Preparation

For students targeting JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Plan), understanding the revised exam pattern, including the new negative marking scheme, is crucial. This guide focuses on strategic preparation for JEE Main and effective resource utilization to ace the exam.

• Familiarize with Exam Pattern: Know the structure for B.Arch and B.Plan, emphasizing mathematics, aptitude, and drawing/planning sections.
• Study Material: Utilize recommended books and digital resources. Practice with previous years' papers and sample questions.
• Mock Tests: Regularly simulate exam conditions with mock tests to improve time management and identify weak areas.
• Revision: Allocate time for revising concepts and clearing doubts. Use study groups for a more interactive learning experience.
• Well-being: Maintain a balanced diet, adequate sleep, and manage stress to ensure peak performance during preparation and exams.

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Key Takeaways

• The JEE Main 2025 exam for Paper 2 has undergone significant modifications, most notably the addition of negative marking in Section B for both the B.Arch and B.Plan programs.
• Understanding the entire JEE main paper 2 exam pattern, which includes the type and number of questions, the marking scheme, and the medium of paper, is essential for candidates who want to do well.
• As the exam approaches, applicants must use resources such as study materials, live classes, and mock tests to improve their preparation and adapt to changes in the pattern to maximize their success.