The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is a gateway for students aiming to build a career in engineering through premier institutes like NITs, IIITs, and more. Understanding the syllabus is the first step toward effective preparation. Below, we break down the JEE Main 2025 syllabus for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning) to help candidates excel in this competitive exam.
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech Syllabus
Paper 1 focuses on three core subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Here’s what you need to cover:
1. Physics
- Mechanics: Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Kinematics.
- Thermodynamics: Properties of Solids and Liquids, Kinetic Theory of Gases, Thermal Properties of Matter.
- Electromagnetism: Electric Charges and Fields, Electrostatic Potential, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current, Electromagnetic Induction, Alternating Currents.
- Optics and Waves: Ray Optics, Wave Optics, Oscillations, and Waves.
- Modern Physics: Dual Nature of Matter, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices, Communication Systems.
- Miscellaneous: Measurements, Experimental Skills.
2. Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, States of Matter, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions, Solutions, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of Elements, Periodic Properties, Hydrogen, s-Block and p-Block Elements, d- and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Environmental Chemistry.
- Organic Chemistry: Basic Principles, Hydrocarbons, Organic Compounds Containing Halogens, Oxygen, and Nitrogen, Biomolecules, Polymers, Chemistry in Everyday Life.
3. Mathematics
- Algebra: Sets, Relations and Functions, Quadratic Equations, Matrices, Determinants, Sequences and Series, Binomial Theorem, Mathematical Induction.
- Calculus: Limits, Continuity and Differentiability, Applications of Derivatives, Integrals, Differential Equations.
- Coordinate Geometry: Straight Lines, Circles, Conic Sections.
- Trigonometry: Identities, Equations, Heights and Distances.
- Vectors and 3D Geometry: Vector Algebra, Three-Dimensional Geometry.
- Statistics and Probability: Measures of Dispersion, Probability Distributions.
Paper 2: B.Arch and B.Planning Syllabus
Paper 2 is divided into three parts, catering to architecture and planning aspirants:
1. Mathematics
The syllabus mirrors Paper 1’s Mathematics section, including Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Vectors, 3D Geometry, and Probability.
2. Aptitude Test (B.Arch and B.Planning)
- General Awareness: Architectural landmarks, materials, and terminology.
- Visualization: 3D object perception, mental ability to analyze shapes, patterns, and textures.
- Analytical Reasoning: Logical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Observation: Sketching of scenes, objects, and everyday activities; understanding proportions and perspectives.
3. Drawing Test (B.Arch Only)
- Sketching of 2D and 3D compositions.
- Perspective drawing, proportion, and scale.
- Creating visual harmony using colors, shapes, and forms.
4. Planning Section (B.Planning Only)
- General knowledge of urban planning and development.
- Government schemes related to housing and infrastructure.
- Social and environmental issues in planning, critical thinking about layouts and community design.
Preparation Tips for JEE Main 2025
For job seekers and students targeting engineering careers, mastering this syllabus is crucial. Focus on NCERT textbooks for a strong foundation, especially in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Supplement your studies with reference books, practice questions, and mock tests to align with the exam’s computer-based format. For B.Arch and B.Planning, hone your sketching and reasoning skills alongside theoretical knowledge.
Stay Updated
The NTA may tweak the syllabus slightly for 2025, so regularly check the official website (jeemain.nta.ac.in) for the latest updates. A solid grasp of these topics will pave the way for success in JEE Main 2025 and a promising future in engineering or architecture.