Back to Courses

IIT-JEE Complete Syllabus

Detailed syllabus, exam pattern, and recommended resources for Joint Entrance Examination (Main & Advanced)

Course Overview

IIT-JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) is an engineering entrance examination conducted for admission to various engineering colleges in India, including the prestigious IITs. It consists of two stages - JEE Main and JEE Advanced.

Exam Frequency

JEE Main: Twice a year (Jan & Apr), JEE Advanced: Once (after qualifying Main)

Total Subjects

3 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)

Total Questions

JEE Main: 90 (30 each), JEE Advanced: Varies (54-60)

Duration

JEE Main: 3 hours, JEE Advanced: 6 hours (2 papers of 3 hrs each)

Marking Scheme

Varies by exam and question type (+4/-1 for MCQs in Main)

Qualifying Marks

Top 2.5 lakh in JEE Main eligible for JEE Advanced

Detailed Syllabus

Physics

  • Physics and Measurement
  • Kinematics
  • Laws of Motion
  • Work, Energy and Power
  • Rotational Motion
  • Gravitation
  • Properties of Solids and Liquids
  • Thermodynamics
  • Kinetic Theory of Gases
  • Oscillations and Waves
  • Electrostatics
  • Current Electricity
  • Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism
  • Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents
  • Electromagnetic Waves
  • Optics
  • Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation
  • Atoms and Nuclei
  • Electronic Devices
  • Communication Systems
  • Experimental Skills

Chemistry

  • Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry
  • States of Matter
  • Atomic Structure
  • Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
  • Chemical Thermodynamics
  • Solutions
  • Equilibrium
  • Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
  • Chemical Kinetics
  • Surface Chemistry
  • Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
  • General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
  • Hydrogen
  • s-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals)
  • p-Block Elements
  • d- and f-Block Elements
  • Coordination Compounds
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds
  • Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
  • Hydrocarbons
  • Organic Compounds Containing Halogens
  • Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen
  • Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen
  • Polymers
  • Biomolecules
  • Chemistry in Everyday Life
  • Principles Related to Practical Chemistry

Mathematics

  • Sets, Relations and Functions
  • Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
  • Matrices and Determinants
  • Permutations and Combinations
  • Mathematical Induction
  • Binomial Theorem and Its Simple Applications
  • Sequences and Series
  • Limit, Continuity and Differentiability
  • Integral Calculus
  • Differential Equations
  • Coordinate Geometry
  • Three Dimensional Geometry
  • Vector Algebra
  • Statistics and Probability
  • Trigonometry
  • Mathematical Reasoning

Exam Pattern

Aspect Details
Exam Mode Computer Based Test (CBT)
Duration 3 hours (4 hours for PwD candidates)
Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Total Questions 90 (30 from each subject)
Question Types MCQs (20) + Numerical Value (10) in each subject
Marking Scheme +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect (MCQs only), 0 for unanswered
Maximum Marks 300
Language Options English, Hindi, and other regional languages

Recommended Resources

Concepts of Physics by H.C. Verma (Vol I & II)

The Bible for JEE Physics preparation with conceptual clarity and problems.

Problems in Calculus of One Variable by I.A. Maron

Excellent for building strong fundamentals in calculus.

Organic Chemistry by Morrison & Boyd

Comprehensive reference for organic chemistry concepts.

Numerical Chemistry by P. Bahadur

Great for practicing numerical problems in physical chemistry.

Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney

Classic text for mastering coordinate geometry concepts.

Ready to Crack IIT-JEE?

Join our intensive IIT-JEE program with expert faculty, personalized mentoring, and rigorous test series to maximize your rank.

Enroll Now