Before applying for the JEE Main exam, both aspirants & their parents should know the JEE Main eligibility criteria. The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) is a highly competitive test that grants students access to some of India’s top engineering institutes, such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs). The exam is split into two stages: JEE Main and JEE Advanced, each serving distinct functions and aimed at different groups of candidates.
This article explores the structure and significance of both stages of the JEE exam, along with JEE main eligibility criteria, age limit, number of attempts, and many more. Additionally, it gives importance to the unique strategies employed by SPM & Lalans Coaching in helping students succeed in their JEE preparation journey.
Types of Joint Entrance Examination (JEE)
Before knowing the JEE Main eligibility criteria, let’s know the two different types of JEE exams.
A. JEE Main
- Purpose: JEE Main is the first stage of the examination, primarily for admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. It also functions as a qualifying exam for JEE Advanced.
- Conducting Body: The National Testing Agency (NTA) administers JEE Main multiple times a year, allowing students to choose the best score.
- JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2025: Age Limit
- No Age Limit: As per the JEE Main eligibility criteria released by the NTA, there is no maximum or minimum age to apply for JEE Main. Candidates of any age can apply and appear for the JEE Main exam.
- JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2025: Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing for the Class 12th examination in 2023, 2024, or 2025 from a recognized national institute or board. This is a very important component of the JEE Main eligibility criteria.
- At least five subjects should be included in the board exam, including Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject.
- JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2025: Number of Attempts
- Another important requirement of the JEE Main eligibility criteria is that a candidate can appear for JEE Main twice a year, meaning they get six attempts (three years x two sessions) to qualify for IIT JEE Advanced.
Various factors are required to meet for JEE Main eligibility criteria, including JEE Main eligibility marks, subjects in the qualifying exam, age limit, etc. The JEE Main eligibility criteria are given below.
| Eligibility parameter | Eligibility condition |
| Age limit | No age limit |
| Qualifying Exam | Class 12 or equivalent |
| Year of passing in the qualifying exam | 2023, 2024 or appearing in 2025. |
| Subjects in the qualifying exam | JEE main paper 1(B.E/Btech) – physics and maths as compulsory subjects and any one subject among Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational SubjectJEE Main Paper 2A (B.Arch)– Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as compulsory subjects in class 12JEE Main Paper 2B (B.Plan) – Mathematics as a compulsory subject in class 12. |
| Percentage of marks | Minimum 75% marks in class 12 or top 20 percentile |
| JEE Main Number of attempts | Candidates can appear in JEE Main six times in three consecutive years after passing their class 12/qualifying examTwo attempts in a year |
| Exam Sessions | Held twice a year: January and April |
B. JEE Advanced
- Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced), the second stage of JEE, is a competitive exam held annually in India for the admission of students to IITs and other top engineering colleges.
- Conducting Body – The exam is organized by one of the seven zonal IITs, namely IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, and IIT Guwahati.
- Age Limit
- Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 2000. Five years of age relaxation is given to SC, ST, and PwD candidates, ie, these candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1995.
- Educational Qualification
- A candidate should have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2024 or 2025 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Candidates who had appeared in the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2023 or earlier are NOT eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2025, irrespective of the combination of subjects attempted/offered.
- Number of Attempts
- A candidate can attempt JEE (Advanced) a maximum of two times in two consecutive years.
Various eligibility criteria are required for JEE Advanced, including JEE Advanced eligibility marks, subjects in the qualifying exam, age limit for JEE Advanced, etc. The JEE Advanced eligibility criteria are given below.
| Eligibility parameter | Eligibility condition |
| Age limit | born on or after October 1, 2000 |
| Qualifying Exam | Class XII (or equivalent) |
| Class 12 Examination Appearance Requirements | Students who passed their high school in 2024 or 2025 are eligible to apply for the JEE Advanced 2025, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects. |
| Conducting Body | IIT Kanpur |
| Year of passing in the qualifying exam | 2024 or 2025 |
| Number of Attempts | Two times in two consecutive years. |
| Medium of Examination | English/Hindi |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Mode of examination | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria, 2025 for NRI, OCI, Foreign Nationals
Below you will find the details of the JEE Main eligibility criteria for OBC, NRI, OCI, and Foreign Nationals: –
| Category of Candidates | Eligibility Criteria |
| NRI | Candidates who have completed or graduated from the 10+2 system or equivalent exam can apply for the JEE Main examination. Students have studied five subjects in Class 12 or equivalent exams, including language, physics, math papers, and any of the chemistry, biotechnology, biology, and vocational papers. Candidates must secure 75% marks in Class 12 or equivalent. The requirement for SC and ST candidates is relaxed to 65%. |
| OCI/PIO | OCI/PIO candidates are not eligible for the general quota. Even if their parents belong to the SC, ST, or OBC categories, they cannot avail themselves of reservations. |
| Foreign Nationals | For admission to IITs, foreign national students have the advantage of being able to appear directly for the JEE Advanced exam instead of the JEE Main. |
The SPM & Lalan’s Advantage
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Our campus provides separate and safe living spaces for boys and girls, giving students a comfortable place to stay and study in their JEE preparation. Living on campus helps students learn discipline, make new friends, and grow in a positive environment. The campus has modern facilities that make it easy for students to focus on their studies and enjoy recreational activities.
Schooling and Coaching Together
In our integrated school, regular classes and coaching for competitive exams happen under the same roof. This means students don’t have to go anywhere else for extra coaching. With expert teachers and proper guidance, students can manage school studies and JEE preparation easily, saving time and reducing stress.
Conclusion
The Joint Entrance Examination is not just an academic challenge but a transformative journey. With its structured approach, SPM & Lalans Coaching has proven to be a reliable partner in this journey, guiding students toward their dreams of joining prestigious engineering institutes.
Success in JEE demands discipline, perseverance, and the right guidance, and SPM & Lalan Coaching continues to set benchmarks in nurturing future engineers. By addressing individual needs and leveraging innovative teaching tools, SPM & Lalan Coaching ensures that every aspirant reaches their full potential.
FAQs
Q. Is 75% required for JEE Main?
Ans:- There is no such requirement of a minimum of 75% for appearing in JEE Main. A minimum of 75% is required at the time of admission in IITs, NITs.
Q. Which students are eligible for JEE Mains?
Ans:- To be eligible for JEE Main 2025, students must have passed or be appearing for their Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination in 2023, 2024 or 2025, and have physics, chemistry, and mathematics as compulsory subjects.
Q. Do we need 75 in PCM or overall for JEE?
Ans:- For admission to IITs and NITs based on JEE Main scores, you need a minimum of 75% overall in your Class 12 board exams (or 65% for SC/ST/PwD), not just in PCM. Alternatively, you can qualify if you are in the top 20 percentile of your board
