How to Fill JEE Main Application Form 2024: Check the Step-by-Step Process

JEE Main 2024 is not just another exam; it’s your key to land up in a top engineering and architecture institute. The examination is your chance to join NITs, IITs, and other renowned universities funded or recognized by participating State Governments. 

JEE MAINS DATE ANNOUNCED!

As per the officials, the JEE Mains exam dates in 2024 are to be held from January 24 to February 1, and the second session will be from April 1 to April 15, 2024.

Particulars	Details
Exam	Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)
Organising  Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Frequency	Twice a year (January and April)
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT) for BE/BTech/BArch/BPlan, Pen and paper-based test (PBT) for Drawing section in BArch
Courses	BE/BTech, BArch, BPlan
Application Mode	Online
Duration of the exam	3 hours for BTech/BArch/BPlan, 3.5 hours for BArch and B.Planning (4 hours for PwD candidates)
Papers and Total Marks	Paper-1: BE/BTech (300 marks), Paper-2A: BArch (400 marks), Paper-2B: BPlan (400 marks)
Total Questions	BE/BTech: 90, BArch: 82, BPlan: 105
Marking Scheme	+4 for each correct response, -1 for each incorrect response, no marks for unattempted questions
Language/Medium of Exam	English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
Colleges Accepting Exam Score	All NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs
Official Website	jeemain.nta.nic.in

About JEE Main 2024

JEE Main 2024 serves as the eligibility test for JEE Advanced, the doorway to IITs. Only the top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers will be considered eligible for the JEE Advanced exam. JEE Main 2024 will encompass three papers, each designed for specific courses: Paper 1 for BE/BTech, Paper 2A for B.Arch, and Paper 2B for B.Plan. The examination spans three hours and consists of Multiple Choice (MCQ) and Integer Value (Numerical Value Answer) type questions. Paper 1 includes a total of 90 questions, while Papers 2A and 2B feature 82 and 105 questions, respectively.

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Latest Dates and Updates

Stay ahead in your preparation by keeping an eye on the latest dates and updates related to JEE Main 2024. Here are the tentative exam dates for both the January and April sessions:

January Session

Event	Date
Release of official JEE Main notification	November 2023
Commencement of JEE Main registration	First week of December 2023
Online Submission of JEE Main Application Form	December 2023
Release of JEE Main Admit Card	Third week of January 2024
JEE Main Exam Date	January 24 to February 1 2024
JEE Main Result Date	First week of February 2024

April Session

Event	Date
JEE Main registration starts from	February 2024
JEE Main registration ends on	Second week of March 2024
Release of JEE Main Admit Card	First week of April 2024
JEE Main Exam Dates	April 1 to April 15th 2024
JEE Main Result	Last week of April 2024

JEE Mains Registration

The application form for JEE Main 2024 is expected to be released in December. You’ll be able to apply online through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Carefully review all academic and personal information to avoid errors before completing the application form.

Steps to Fill JEE Main Application Form 2024

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to fill out the JEE Main 2024 application form:

1. Go to the official website of JEE Main. You can type “JEE Main official website” in your preferred search engine to find it.

2. Look for the “JEE Main 2024 registration” link on the website. It’s usually prominently displayed, but if you can’t find it, check for a “Apply Now” or “Registration” button.

3. Click on the registration link and you’ll be asked for some basic information like your name, email address, mobile number, and date of birth. Fill in these details accurately.

4. After providing the basic information, click on the “Submit” button. Once you do this, you’ll receive an email and text message containing your application form number and a password.

5. Log in to your account using the application form number and password you received. You’ll then need to fill out a detailed application form with various sections. This includes:

• Educational Qualifications: Enter details of your class 10 and 12 exams.
• Parent Details: Provide information about your parents.
• Address Details: Fill in your permanent and correspondence address.
• Exam Center Preferences: Select the preferred exam centre locations.

6. You will be prompted to upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph and your signature. Make sure these are in the required format and size.

7. Once you’ve filled out all the details and uploaded documents, you’ll need to pay the application fee. The fee amount depends on your category, gender, and whether you’re choosing a single paper or a combination of papers.

8. Your application form will be submitted automatically after you’ve successfully made the payment.

9. After completing the payment, you’ll usually have the option to download and print a copy of your filled-out application form. This is an essential document for future reference during the admission process.

Did You Know: A good study strategy for JEE exams could be to focus on mastering key concepts rather than memorizing formulas.

Application Fees

The application fee for JEE Main 2024 varies based on the category, gender, and whether the candidate is in India or outside India. Here are fees:

• Paper 1:B.E./B.Tech, Paper 2A: B.Arch, or Paper 2B: B.Planning:
  • General/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) Male: ₹1000 (In India) / ₹5000 (Outside India)
  • General/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) Female: ₹800 (In India) / ₹4000 (Outside India)
  • SC/ST/PwD Male: ₹500 (In India) / ₹2500 (Outside India)
  • SC/ST/PwD Female: ₹500 (In India) / ₹2500 (Outside India)
  • Third Gender: ₹500 (In India) / ₹3000 (Outside India)
• Combinations of Papers (e.g., Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech & Paper 2A: B.Arch):
  • General/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) Male: ₹2000 (In India) / ₹10000 (Outside India)
  • General/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) Female: ₹1600 (In India) / ₹8000 (Outside India)
  • SC/ST/PwD Male: ₹1000 (In India) / ₹5000 (Outside India)
  • SC/ST/PwD Female: ₹1000 (In India) / ₹5000 (Outside India)
  • Third Gender: ₹1000 (In India)/ ₹5000 (Outside India)

Documents Required

Following are the documents you’ll need while filling your JEE Main Application Form-

• A recent passport-sized photo that you’ve scanned.
• Scans of your class 10 and 12 certificates.
• Scanned versions of your signatures.
• A scan of your Aadhaar card and its unique number.

Eligibility Criteria

JEE Main 2024 has specific eligibility criteria you need to meet to be eligible for the exam. Here are the key requirements:

1. You must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
2. There is no age limit for JEE Main 2024. You can apply regardless of your age if you’ve passed Class 12 in 2022, 2023, or are appearing in 2024.
3. You should be qualified in five subjects: Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject, or any other relevant subject.
4. To be eligible for B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Plan programs in IITs, NITs, and CFTIs, you must secure 75% marks (65% for the SC/ST category) or rank in the top 20 percentile of your respective board.
5. For BArch admission, candidates should have a 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in 10+2 or an equivalent examination.

Did You Know: Every year, more than a million students appear for JEE exams in India, making it one of the most competitive entrance exams globally!

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