Is calculator allowed in JEE Mains 2025? The answer to this question is well-known to every student. As we know, calculators are not allowed in any entrance examination; the same is true for Joint Entrance Examination Main. However, a virtual calculator will be provided for calculation purposes. Candidates must focus on their problem-solving skills and all the necessary formulas. The JEE Mains exam is considered to be lengthy and of moderate difficulty level. The authority will conduct the JEE Main exam for three hours. JEE Main 2025 exam for session 1 is scheduled for January 22, 23 24, 28, 29, and 30.
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Candidates can not carry any type of calculator either a scientific calculator or a simple calculator, to the exam hall. In case candidates require the use of a calculator then they can use the virtual calculator provided on the computer screen. Moreover, a scramble pad will be provided for the rough work.
The calculators are not allowed in the JEE Main exam to maintain the standard of the test and check the problem-solving skills of the students.
It will improve the time management skills of the students.
Students will find the best possible way of solving complex problems.
Additionally, candidates will focus more on concepts. As we have noticed in past year trends, maxim questions were concept and formula-based.
Candidates will be allowed to use the virtual calculator while taking the test. However, it will depend on the type of question paper. In case the question requires the use of a calculator then the virtual calculator will be provided. Aspirants are advised to focus on their problem-solving skills.
While appearing for the JEE Main exam, candidates are allowed to carry a JEE admit card and a valid photo id. Below is the list of prohibited items in the JEE Main exam hall.
Calculator
Electronic Devices
Smart Watch
Geometry Box
Jewellery
Metal object
Books, study materials, written or blank pages.
Candidates appearing for the JEE Main exam must follow the guidelines mentioned in the NTA JEE Mains admit card. Below are a few important guidelines.
Report to the allotted test centre an hour before the exam
Follow the JEE Main dress code.
Carry a transparent water bottle, personal hand sanitiser, transparent ballpoint pen, and passport-size photo.
Carry JEE admit card and a valid photo ID.
Candidates will be provided with a scramble pad for rough work. Hand over the pad before leaving the exam hall.
Follow the instructions provided by the invigilator
Candidates will be allowed to leave the exam hall after the test is over.
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No, but a virtual calculator will be displayed on the computer screen for calculation purposes.
No, calculators are not allowed in the IIT exam.
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For JEE Main and JEE Advanced , the cut-offs are lower for ST category students. Here is a simple idea based on recent trends:
JEE Main qualification for ST : Around 50–60 marks is usually enough to qualify for JEE Advanced.
JEE Advanced qualification for ST : You just need to clear the JEE Main cut-off, then appear for Advanced.
To get good NITs or IITs , you will need higher marks.
For NITs (Hyderabad or good branches), try for 120+ marks in JEE Main .
For IITs , even with ST quota, you should aim for at least 80–100+ marks in JEE Advanced for decent branches.
Since you are from ST category and Hyderabad , you don’t need 300 marks in JEE Main. Try to score as high as possible to get better branches, but even moderate marks can qualify you.
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Yes, you can. If you do 11th from CBSE in 2025 and 12th from NIOS in 2026, then you are allowed to attempt JEE. NIOS is a valid board, so you can give JEE in 2026 and again in 2027. Just take admission on time and pass your 12th exams.
For the JEE 2026, priority-wise, high weightage chapters include Integral
1. Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors, 3D Geometry, Complex Numbers, and Quadratic Equations in Maths
2. Semiconductors, Current Electricity, Work, Power and Energy, and Gravitation in Physics
3. Organic Chemistry Containing Oxygen, Hydrocarbons, and P-Block Elements in Chemistry.
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