After Class 12 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
JEE Advanced
JEE Advanced is the entrance exam for the Indian Institutes of Technology. It is organised each year by one of the IITs on a rotating basis, and only candidates who rank high in JEE Main can appear. The paper tests how deeply you understand concepts and how well you apply them to unfamiliar problems.
Last reviewed October 2026
At a glance
- Organised by
- One of the IITs, on rotation (IIT Roorkee in 2026)
- Mode
- Computer-based test
- Papers
- Two compulsory papers, each of three hours
- Subjects
- Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics in each paper
- Question types
- Several types, such as single-answer and multiple-answer choice and numerical answers, with partial marking in some. The pattern can change every year
- Who can appear
- Top rankers of the JEE Main B.E. / B.Tech. paper (the top 2,50,000 in 2026)
- Attempts
- A maximum of two attempts, in two consecutive years
- Leads to
- Admission to the IITs through JoSAA counselling
Eligibility in brief
- You must qualify through JEE Main by ranking within the number announced that year.
- There is an age limit: the brochure sets a birth-date cutoff, with a relaxation of five years for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
- You must have taken Class 12 for the first time in the year before the exam or in the exam year.
- You must not have accepted an IIT seat earlier.
These points follow the 2026 information brochure. Read the brochure for your exam year before you apply.
How it differs from JEE Main
| JEE Main | JEE Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | NITs, IIITs, other institutes and the JEE Advanced qualifier | The IITs |
| Style | Moderate level, closer to the syllabus | Higher level, with multi-step and application questions |
| Pattern | Fairly steady from year to year | Can change from year to year |
| Attempts | Up to three years, two sessions each | Two attempts in two consecutive years |
What to focus on
- Deep concepts in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, not shortcuts.
- Multi-concept problems and previous years' papers.
- Handling different question types calmly, since the paper style varies.
- Careful analysis of every mock test.
How to prepare
- 1
Strengthen the base
Cover the syllabus with full understanding in Class 11 and the first part of Class 12.
- 2
Solve harder problems
Move beyond NCERT-level questions to multi-concept problems, with time to think.
- 3
Practise past papers
Solve previous years' papers to learn the style and the variety of questions.
- 4
Combine with JEE Main
Use mock tests for Main speed, then switch to Advanced-level practice after it.
How Gyan Sanchar can help
Our IIT JEE courses follow a path from concepts to advanced problem solving, so students are ready for both JEE Main and JEE Advanced.
Frequently asked questions
Can anyone write JEE Advanced?
No. Only candidates who rank within the announced number in the JEE Main B.E. / B.Tech. paper, and who meet the age and attempt rules, can register.
How many attempts do I get?
Two attempts, in two consecutive years.
Does the pattern change?
Yes. The types of questions and the marking can change every year, so read the brochure for your year.
Official sources
Dates, fees and eligibility are announced here. Always check the latest notice before you apply.
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