JEE Main 2026: Preparation Tips & Study Plan
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Dear Aspirant,
A strategic plan on how to crack JEE Main is important for entry to the top engineering colleges such as the NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. NTA has also announced a new JEE Main 2020 exam pattern, and candidates must prepare for the exam accordingly. National Test Agency conducts JEE Main twice a year-January and April for admission to 31 NITs, 25 IIITs and 28 GFTIS.
To crack JEE Mains 2020, here are some tips:
1) Know the dates and deadlines. Plan it according to the date of the exam and make a schedule which is realistic and can be followed. It should be made according the number of days left and the topics to cover.
2) Understand the JEE Main exam- start with the syllabus, exam pattern and move on to other factors. The syllabus is as follows:
Complex numbers and quadratic equations
Matrices and determinants
Sets, relations and functions
Mathematical induction
Permutations and combinations
Mathematical reasoning
Limit, continuity and differentiability
Integral calculus
Three-dimensional geometry
Differential equations
Binomial theorem and its simple applications
Sequences and series
Vector algebra
Statistics and probability
Trigonometry
Co-ordinate geometry
Section A
Physics and measurement
Rotational motion
Thermodynamics
Kinematics
Work, energy and power
Properties of solids and liquids
Gravitation
Laws of motion
Oscillations and waves
Electronic devices
Kinetic theory of gases
Current electricity
Communication systems
Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents
Magnetic effects of current and magnetism
Optics
Electromagnetic waves
Atoms and nuclei
Electrostatics
Dual nature of matter and radiation
Experimental Skills
Physical 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
Organic Chemistry
Purification and characterisation of organic compounds
Hydrocarbons
Chemistry in everyday life
Principles related to practical chemistry
Organic compounds containing halogens
Organic compounds containing oxygen
Organic compounds containing nitrogen
Polymers
Some basic principles of organic chemistry
Biomolecules
Inorganic Chemistry
Classification of elements and periodicity in properties
Hydrogen
Block elements (alkali and alkaline earth metals)
P Block elements group 13 to group 18 elements
d- and f - block elements
Co-ordination compounds
Environmental chemistry
General principles and processes of isolation of metals
This paper will now consist of 25 questions per segment instead of 30. A total of 25 MCQs for each segment will also consist of five numerical.
3) Manage your time well. Make time for preparation for both JEE Mains and board exams. Try to make a list of topics you want to complete and manage time accordingly for board exams as well.
4) Basic Checks- Start with NCERT books and switch to reference and practice books. This would enable you to clear basics before moving onto complex problems.
5) Previous year Paper Analysis-this is to give a peek into the weighting of subjects-which carry the highest marks and so on. You can find it here:
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-analysis
6) Mock Testing- This is the key to become perfect. Take mock tests and solve previous year papers for better practice and understanding the pattern well!
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-mock-test
7) Smart Revision Plans- Before the exams, make revision plans which help you go through the whole thing at once. Make flashcards and notes to make it easier. Remember your crucial points and target them at this time for remembering more.
8) Have a positive frame of mind and don't doubt your preparation. If you think you will be able to persevere and do it, you surely will. Remember that and take care of your health.
Hope this helps. All the best!
Hey Satyanaraynaraju
There is really less or no time to prepare for January 2020 JEE mains exam. But, revise the basics, by heart the important formulae and go through the important, frequently asked, more weightage carrying subjects from all the subjects.
But, there is always the april 2020 JEE for you to do well in, if you start preparing right away for that.
to help you with that preparation go through:
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/how-prepare-for-jee-main
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