How JEE Main April 2020 exam will be affected by COVID-19?

COVID-19, commonly known as coronavirus, has hugely affected the entire world including India. At present, India has more than 1500 positive cases of coronavirus and the numbers are increasing every hour. This widespread outbreak of the virus has led to closure of schools, colleges and postponement of various exams. JEE Main is one of those exams which have been affected due to COVID-19. The National Testing Agency has announced to postpone JEE Main 2020 up to May last week which was scheduled to be conducted on April 5, 7, 8, 9 and 11. National Testing Agency will announce the new JEE Main 2020 exam dates after viewing the situation thereon.

Effect of Coronavirus outbreak on JEE Main 2020

As the exam has already been postponed, the entire schedule for the JEE Main 2020 April session exam will be changed. JEE Main admit card which was to be released on March 20 is likely to be released after April 15. Similarly, JEE Main answer key dates, result dates, counselling dates all will be changed according to the new schedule.

Is it possible that JEE Main 2020 will be conducted through homes and not exam centres?

As the situation is getting alarming day by day, there are speculations that if JEE Main 2020 can be conducted through homes. JEE Main is already a computer-based exam and in the worst scenario it can be one of the courses of action by the authorities so that the candidates can attempt their tests from their homes. However, this can be only possible if no other solution is left with the authorities.

Can JEE Main 2020 April session be cancelled?

This is almost not possible that the exam gets cancelled. The effect of coronavirus is increasing but the Indian government is taking proper steps to bring the situation under control. So, it is not possible that the exam gets cancelled. However, we just can’t deny any possibility.

How can candidates make their JEE Main preparation strong in this self-isolation time?

Candidates preparing for the JEE Main 2020 can consider this self-isolation time as extra time allotted to them to prepare for the exam. Candidates can utilise this time to give final touch to their preparations. Some of the last minute tips are given below-

Attempt Mock test and Sample Papers- Candidates should attempt more and more mock tests and sample papers. This will open them to new types of questions daily and in addition to this, they will also have an idea of how prepared they are, what mistakes they are making and can work upon it.

Prepare Short notes/ Flash cards- In this extra time, candidates can prepare short notes or flashcards for important formulas, concepts, topics and revise them time to time. These short notes will help them memorise important things.

Revision is the key- Revision is the most important thing that a candidate should do at this time. Candidates should revise whatever they have studied earlier.

Do not Panic- It is important that you do not lose your cool or panic at the last moment. Stay calm and composed and do not take any kind of stress.

Candidates must note that success comes only to those who utilise every single opportunity and leave no stone unturned. So, utilise this additional time and ace JEE Main 2020.