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JEE Main 2027 Marking Scheme- The National Testing Agency has published the JEE Main marking scheme 2027 on the official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in. The JEE Main 2027 exam comprises 75 questions carrying a total of 300 marks. Candidates will be awarded 4 marks for each correct answer, while 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response. The complete details of the JEE Main 2027 marking scheme are provided on this page. Along with the JEE marking scheme, candidates should also be aware of all topics listed in JEE Main syllabus 2027. Candidates preparing for the JEE Main 2027 exam must clearly understand the marking scheme and exam pattern to maximise their scores. The JEE Main 2027 session 1 will be held from January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027.
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The JEE Mains marking scheme 2027 explains the number of questions, marks distribution, and negative marking rules for each subject. The authority conducts the JEE Main exam in two sessions.
Below are the key details of the marking scheme for JEE Main 2027:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Total Number of Questions | 75 (25 Questions in each section) |
Questions to be Attempted | 75 (25 per subject) |
Marks for Correct Answer | +4 |
Marks for Wrong Attempt | -1 (only for MCQs) |
Marks for Unattempted Question | 0 |
Question Types |
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Total Marks | 300 |
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The JEE Main 2027 paper will consist of two sections in each subject:
Section A (MCQs) : All Compulsory, with negative marking.
Section B (Numerical Value Questions) : All Compulsory, with no negative marking.
Subject | Physics | Chemistry | Mathematics |
|---|---|---|---|
Section A (MCQs) : All Compulsory | 20 | 20 | 20 |
Section (Numerical) | 05 | 05 | 05 |
Total Number of Questions | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Marks Distribution | 25 x 4 = 100 | 25 x 4 = 100 | 25 x 4 = 100 |
Total Marks | 300 | ||
Candidates should also understand the overall JEE Main 2027 exam pattern before preparation:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
Duration | 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
Language | English, Hindi, and Regional Languages (as per choice) |
Type of Questions | MCQs & Numerical Value Questions |
Total Marks | 300 (Paper 1) |
Type of Questions | MCQs & Numerical Value Questions |
Each correct answer will award +4 marks.
Each incorrect MCQ will deduct -1 mark.
No negative marking for Numerical Value Questions.
In Section B, candidates need to attempt only 5 out of 10 numerical questions in each subject.
The total marks for JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech) is 300 marks.
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In JEE Main 2027, each correct answer gives +4 marks, while every wrong MCQ deducts 1 mark. Numerical questions have no negative marking.
Candidates have to attempt 75 questions in total – 25 each from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
The JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 will be for 300 marks with a duration of three hours.
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You can download the JEE Main April 2026 official question paper from the link below. You can also visit the page below for shift-wise question papers and solutions to practise questions and analyse the exam pattern.
JEE Main April 2026 Official Question Paper:
https://engineering.careers360.com/download/ebooks/jee-main-2026-april-session-official-question-paper
JEE Main 2026 Shift-Wise
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You can access JEE Main Mathematics previous-year questions on Careers360. Practising previous-year questions will help you understand the exam pattern and question types.
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Hello, since you are in Intermediate 2nd year with the MPC group and preparing for JEE Main, focus on completing the syllabus, revising important concepts and solving previous years’ JEE Main question papers. Take regular mock tests and analyse your mistakes to improve your score. Keep a realistic study schedule
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