JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings Shift Wise for April Session Released - NTA Update

JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings Shift Wise for April Session Released - NTA Update

Samridhi MishraUpdated on 01 Apr 2025, 04:33 PM IST

JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings - The National Testing Agency has announced the JEE Main 2025 session 2 shift timings. The JEE Mains shift timings along with the exam date has been announced on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Since the JEE Mains exam is a time-based paper, it is important candidates must be aware of the shift timings for JEE 2025 and adhere to the same. Moreover, JEE Main 2025 exam is being conducted in online mode at test centres. This means that some time is also allotted for frisking and for settling on the seats. The detailed schedule right from the JEE Mains reporting time till the end time is updated on this page. NTA will conduct the JEE Main April session exam on April 2, 3, 4, 7, 8 and 9, 2025.

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  1. JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings
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  3. JEE Mains Exam 2025 - Highlights
JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings Shift Wise for April Session Released - NTA Update
JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings for April Session

Candidates appearing for the JEE Main session 2 exam must stay updated with the JEE Mains 2025 shift timings. No candidates will be allowed to enter the JEE Main exam centre after the reporting time. It is important to note that the JEE Mains exam duration differs for certain papers. Check this page for the detailed JEE Main shift timings paper-wise.

JEE Mains 2025 Shift Timings

The National Testing Agency holds the JEE Mains exam in two shifts. Students must note that the JEE Main exam duration differs for papers 1 and 2. If a candidate appears for both JEE Main paper 2 A&B then the exam duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes. Candidates can check the JEE Main 2025 shift timings paper-wise from the following tables.

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 1 Shift Timings

Session

Timings

Shift 1

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Shift 2

3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Shift Timings

Session

Timings

Shift 1

  • For either paper 2A or 2B: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

  • For both paper 2A & B: 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Shift 2

  • For either paper 2A or 2B: 3:00 AM to 6:00 PM

  • For both paper 2A & B: 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM

JEE Mains 2025 Exam Reporting Timings

The National Testing Agency will conduct the JEE Mains 2025 exam in two shifts. The JEE Main exam duration is 3 hours for a single paper, Paper 1 (B.E/ B.Tech.) Or Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Or Paper 2B (B.Planning). In case a candidate appears for both papers 2A and 2B, then he/she will get 3 hours 30 minutes to complete the exam. Irrespective of the duration the reporting time for both papers 1 and 2 remains the same. The JEE Main reporting time is different for each shift of the JEE Mains exam. Candidates can check the JEE Main 2025 reporting time shift-wise from the following tables.

JEE Main 2025 shift 1 reporting time

Session

Timings

Reporting time

7:00 AM

Candidates can log in to read the instructions

8:50 AM

Exam starts

9:00 AM

Exam ends

12:00 PM

JEE Main 2025 shift 2 reporting time

Session

Timings

Reporting time

1:00 PM

Candidates can log in to read the instructions

2:50 PM

Exam starts

3:00 PM

Exam ends

6:00 PM

JEE Mains Exam 2025 - Highlights

  • PwD/PwBD candidates will be given a compensatory time of 20 minutes for every one hour of the examination.

  • After the completion of the examination duration, the test will terminate automatically.

  • Candidates will be allowed to enter the exam hall 2 hours before the scheduled start of the exam.

  • Candidates can log in and start reading the instructions 10 minutes before the start of the examination.

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Have a question related to JEE Main ?

Preparing for the JEE Main in just 30 days is a challenging but achievable task if you follow a highly disciplined and strategic approach. According to the Careers360 30-day study plan , the key is to shift your focus from learning everything to mastering high-weightage topics and practicing rigorously.

Phase 1: Week 1 & 2 – Focus on High-Weightage Chapters

During the first 15 days, prioritize topics that frequently appear in the exam.

  • Physics: Modern Physics, Heat & Thermodynamics, Optics, and Current Electricity.

  • Chemistry: GOC (General Organic Chemistry), Chemical Bonding, p-Block elements, and Solutions.

  • Maths: Matrices & Determinants, Sequences & Series, Coordinate Geometry, and Vector & 3D Geometry.

  • Study Strategy: Use NCERT for Chemistry and simplified notes for Physics/Maths. Spend 3-4 hours on each subject daily.

Phase 2: Week 3 – Revision and Formula Memorization

  • Short Notes: Go through the short notes you made during the first two weeks.

  • Flashcards: Use flashcards for inorganic chemistry reactions and physics formulas.

  • Mock Tests: Start giving one full-length mock test every alternate day. Analyze your mistakes immediately to avoid repeating them.

Phase 3: Final Week – Full Simulation and Relaxation

  • Previous Year Papers (PYQs): Solve the last 3-5 years of JEE Main papers in the actual exam time slot (9 AM–12 PM or 3 PM–6 PM) to sync your body clock.

  • No New Topics: Stop picking up new chapters. Focus solely on what you already know to build confidence.

  • Accuracy over Speed: Focus on getting the questions right rather than attempting all of them, as negative marking can significantly lower your percentile.

Downloadable Resources:

You can download the comprehensive day-by-day schedule, which includes specific topics to cover each morning and evening, by visiting the link : https://engineering.careers360.com/download/ebooks/jee-main-study-plan-30-days

Hello,

If you filled the JEE Main January form with Class 12 passed in 2025 and are planning to appear again for the Class 12 exam through HOS, there is usually no serious issue. You were eligible to apply since you had already passed Class 12. Reappearing through HOS for improvement or requalification is allowed, provided HOS is a recognized board. During counselling, your latest valid Class 12 result will be considered. Make sure you meet the 75% marks or top 20 percentile requirement where applicable. If a correction window opens, update details if needed.

Hope this has solved your query. Thank You.

Good Evening,

Yes, you are eligible for both JEE Mains and Advanced, as you completed your 12th with physics, chemistry and biology. Moreover, you passed mathematics in 2025, which makes you fit the eligibility criteria of both exams.

Aspirant, I would like to inform you that Careers360 recently launched a free mock test series for JEE students. The last date of registration is 8th January, 2026. Enroll and solve chapter wise question papers and improve you concept and assess your learning. The link to the mock test series is attached herewith. https://learn.careers360.com/test-series-jee-main-free-mock-test/

Best regards.


Hello,
Since the NTA conducts exams in Tamil, these official papers will have a Tamil language option. Kindly check the following link to get the question papers.
https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-question-papers
I hope this helps you.

Hello there,

Understanding and solving different question papers is one of the best practice for the preparation specially when it comes to JEE mains. It gives you proper understanding of the exam pattern, important topics to cover and marking scheme.

Here is the link attached from the official website of Careers360 which will provide you with the link of previous year question papers on chemistry in PDF format. Hope it helps!

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-mains-chemistry-questions-in-last-year-exam-premium

thank you!