JEE Main Syllabus 2023: Download Subject-wise Syllabus PDF

JEE Main Syllabus 2023 has been declared on the official website by the NTA. The conducting body might reduce JEE Main syllabus for the upcoming academic session. Questions in JEE Main 2023 exam will be picked from topics covered in the NCERT textbooks.

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JEE Main 2023 examination will be based on the syllabus prescribed for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in classes 11 and 12. The candidates can also download the official JEE Main syllabus pdf given below.

Weightage of Chapters in JEE Main

JEE Main Preparation 2023

There will be a total of 90 questions for 300 marks for a duration of 3 hours. The marking scheme for JEE Main 2023 is given below.

For MCQs: +4 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer. No marks for unattempted questions.
For Non- MCQs: +4 for each correct answer; -1 for each incorrect answer. No marks for unattempted questions.
For Drawing Test: 2 questions of 100 marks

Table of Contents

JEE Main Syllabus 2023 PDF Download
Will JEE Main Syllabus 2023 be reduced?
JEE Main Syllabus 2023 Paper-I (B.E./B.Tech)
JEE Main Syllabus 2023 Paper-2 (B.Arch and B.Plan)
JEE Main Chapter-wise Weightage
JEE Main 2023 Paper Structure
JEE Main Syllabus vs JEE Advanced Syllabus
Most Important Topics in JEE Main Syllabus 2023
JEE Main 2023 Preparation

JEE Main Syllabus 2023 PDF Download

The tables below provide the JEE Main 2023 syllabus for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan), respectively. To prepare for the JEE Mains syllabus 2023, use the NCERT 12th solutions and NCERT 11th solutions. For the benefit of the students, we have included a PDF of the JEE Mains syllabus below. Below mentioned are the subject-wise syllabi for JEE Main Paper 1, Paper 2A, and Paper 2B.

JEE Main Paper 1 Syllabus

JEE Main Paper 2 Syllabus

JEE Main 2023 Paper Wise Syllabus Download

JEE Mains Physics Syllabus 2023	JEE Main Mathematics Syllabus 2023
JEE Main B.Arch/ B.Planning Syllabus	JEE Main Chemistry Syllabus 2023

Will JEE Main Syllabus 2023 be Reduced?

JEE Main 2023 syllabus has been released by NTA. There are very less chances of NTA changing the syllabus. The official and updated syllabus of JEE Main 2023 has been published by NTA on its website and direct link to download is given below for reference.

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JEE Main 2023 Syllabus

JEE Main Syllabus 2023 Paper-I (B.E./B.Tech.)

Here is a compilation of the JEE Main Syllabus 2023 categorized based on subjects. To understand the importance of each topic, check the weightage of chapters in JEE Main. JEE Main 2023 syllabus is mapped as per NCERT textbooks of Class 11 and 12 to ensure uniformity across the country. Refer to the table created below for details on the different topics under each subject of JEE Main syllabus 2023.

JEE Main 2023 Physics Syllabus

Physics is one of the majors of JEE Syllabus 2023. A total of 30 questions will be asked from the entire JEE Main Physics syllabus. There are 2 sections in JEE Main Physics syllabus 2023:

Section A contains MCQs and will include the theory with a weightage of 80%
Section B contains Numerical Value Questions comprising practical components with a weightage of 20% marks.

The detailed JEE Main Physics syllabus 2023 can be checked below.

JEE Main 2023 Physics Syllabus
Section A (Theory)	Section B (Experimental Skills)
Thermodynamics	Vernier callipers-its use to measure the internal and external diameter and depth of a vessel
Physics and measurement	A young module of elasticity of the material of the electric wire
Rotational motion	Screw gauge-its use to determine the thickness/ diameter of a thin sheet/wire.
Kinematics	Simple Pendulum-dissipation of energy by plotting a graph between the square of amplitude and time.
Work, energy, and power	Metre Scale - the mass of a given object by the principle of moments.
Gravel's Law	The surface tension of water by capillary rise and the effect of detergents.
Laws of Motion	Co-efficient of Viscosity of a given viscous liquid by measuring the terminal velocity of a given sphere
Properties of solid	Plotting a cooling curve for the relationship between the temperature of a hot body and the time
Oscillations and waves	Speed of sound in air at room temperature using a resonance tube
Kinetic theory of gases	Specific heat capacity of a given (i) solid and (ii) liquid by method of mixtures.
Electronic department	The resistivity of the material of a given wire using a meter bridge.
Communication systems	Wire using Ohm's law.
Magnetic effects of current and magnetism	Potential -(i) Comparison of emf of two primary cells.(ii) Determination of internal resistance of a cell.
Current electricity	Resistance and figure of merit of a galvanometer by half deflection method.
Electromagnetic waves	The focal length of; (i) Convex mirror (ii) Concave mirror, and (ii) Convex lens
Optics	Reflective index of a glass using a traveller.
Electromagnetic induction and alternating currents	The plot of the angle of deviation vs angle of incidence for a triangular prism.
Electrostatics	Characteristic curves of a p-n junction diode in forward and reverse psychology
Atoms and nuclei	Characteristic curves of a transistor and finding current gain and voltage gain.
Dual nature of matter and radiation	Characteristic curves of a Zener diode and finding reverse breakdown voltage
-	Identification of Diode. LED, Transistor. IC. Resistor. A capacitor from a mixed collection of such items.
-	Using a multimeter to (i) Identify the base of a transistor (ii) Distinguish between NPN and PNP type transistors (iii) See the unidirectional current in the case of a diode and an LED. (iv) Check the correctness or otherwise of a given electronic component (diode, transistor, or IC).

JEE Main 2023 Chemistry Syllabus

The Chemistry section of JEE Main syllabus 2023 comprises numerical as well as cleaner questions. A total of 30 questions will be asked from the entire JEE Main syllabus. The Chemistry Syllabus consists of three sections all of which carry equal weight.

Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry

The detailed JEE Main Chemistry syllabus 2023 can be checked as below.

JEE Main 2023 Chemistry Syllabus
Physical Chemistry	Inorganic Chemistry	Organic Chemistry
Chemical bonding and molecular structure	Co-ordination compounds	Chemistry in everyday life
States of Matter	Hydrogen	Purification and characterization of organic compounds
Chemical thermodynamics	P Block elements group 13 to group 18 elements	CFC
Some basic concepts in chemistry	Classification of elements and periodicity in properties	Principles related to practical chemistry
Atomic structure	d-- and f – block elements	Organic compounds containing nitrogen
Solutions	Block elements (alkali and alkaline earth metals)	Organic compounds containing halogens
Equilibrium	General principles and processes of isolation of metals	Bio-Molecules
Chemical kinetics	Environmental chemistry	Organic compounds containing oxygen
Surface chemistry		Polymers
Redox reactions and electrochemistry		Some basic principles of organic chemistry

JEE Main 2023 Mathematics Syllabus

Concept strength, numerical problem-solving skills in a limited time, and familiarity with number functions go a long way with JEE Main 2023 Mathematics syllabus. The mathematics paper will carry 30 questions in the exam. There will be two sections:

JEE Main syllabus Section A will be comprised of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
JEE Main syllabus Section B will contain questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value. In Section B, candidates have to attempt any five questions out of 10.

The detailed JEE Main Maths syllabus 2023 can be checked below.

JEE Main 2023 Mathematics Syllabus
Topics
Complex numbers and quadratic equations	Coordinate geometry
Mathematical induction	Trigonometry
Sets, relations, and functions	Sequence and Series
Limit, continuity, and differentiability	Binomial theorem and its simple applications
Matrices and determinants	Statistics and probability
Permutations and combinations	Differential equations
Integral calculus	Vector Algebra
Mathematical reasoning	Three-dimensional geometry

JEE Main Syllabus 2023 Paper-2 (B.Arch and B.Plan)

JEE Main syllabus Paper 2 is only applicable to the candidates opting for B.Arch/B.Plan (Paper-II).

JEE Main 2023 B.Arch Syllabus - Paper 2A

JEE Main B.Arch syllabus 2023 consists of topics from Maths, Aptitude, and Drawing. JEE Main syllabus of Maths is the same as of Paper 1 Maths syllabus. Candidates can check JEE Main syllabus for aptitude and drawing below.

JEE Main 2023 Syllabus for B.Arch
Aptitude Part-I	Awareness of persons, places, Buildings, and Materials. Objects, Textures related to Architecture, and build~environment. Visualizing three-dimensional objects from two-dimensional drawings. Different sides of three-dimensional objects. Analytical Reasoning Mel Ability (Visual, Numerical, and Verbal).
Aptitude Part-II	Three-dimensional - perception: Understanding and appreciation of scale and proportion of objects, building forms, and elements, colour texture, harmony, and contrast. Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns in pencil. Transformation of forms in both 2-D and 3-D union, subtraction, rotation, development of surfaces and volumes, Generation of plans, elevations and 3-D views of objects. Creating two-dimensional and three-dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms.
Drawing	Sketching of scenes and activities from memory of urbanscape (public space, market, festivals, street scenes, monuments, recreational spaces, etc.), landscape (riverfront, jungles. gardens, trees, plants, etc.), and rural life.

JEE Main 2023 B.Plan Syllabus - Paper 2B

JEE Main B.Plan syllabus 2023 consists of topics from Maths, Aptitude, and Planning. JEE Main syllabus of Maths is the same as Paper 1 Maths syllabus, and JEE Main syllabus for aptitude is the same as B.Arch Paper 2A. Candidates can check JEE Main syllabus for planning below.

JEE Main 2023 Syllabus for B.Plan
Units	Topics
Unit 1- General Awareness	General knowledge questions and knowledge about prominent cities, development issues, government programs, etc.
Unit 2 - Social Science	The idea of nationalism, nationalism in India, the pre-modern world, 19th -century global economy, colonialism, and colonial cities, industrialization, resources, and development, types of resources, agriculture, water, mineral resources, industries, national economy; Human Settlements Power-sharing, federalism, political parties, democracy, the constitution of India Economic development- economic sectors, globalization, the concept of development, poverty; Population structure, social exclusion, and inequality, urbanization, rural development, colonial cities,
Unit 3- Thinking Skills	Comprehension (unseen passage); map reading skills, scale, distance, direction, area, etc.; critical reasoning; understanding of charts, graphs, and tables; basic concepts of statistics and quantitative reasoning.

Note: All candidates are advised to bring their pencils, geometry box set, erasers, colour pencils, and crayons for the Aptitude Test inside the examination hall.

JEE Main Chapter-wise Weightage

When it comes to JEE Main preparation knowledge of the important topics and sub-topics and chapter-wise Weightage for JEE Main 2023 is very crucial. Each chapter in JEE Main 2023 syllabus is assigned a certain weightage of marks. Although this weightage is not fixed, a previous year's paper analysis helps candidates to know the high-weightage chapters for JEE Main in the exam.

JEE Main Physics Weightage of Important Topics

The total number of questions from JEE Physics asked in the 2019, 2020 and 2021 exams have been tabulated below.

JEE Main Physics Weightage
Topics	2019	2020	2021
Current Electricity	42	27	49
Magnetic Effects of Current	24	26	23
Gravitation	17	16	32
Oscillations	14	5	36
Semi-Conductors	16	15	42
Rotational Moon	31	24	39
Ray Optics	26	20	31
Dual Nature of Matter	17	15	30
Electrostatics	27	18	32
Alternating Current	10	11	40
Capacitance	15	13	20
Mathematics in physics	14	5	25
Waves and Sound	19	13	19
Communication System	13	1	24
Thermodynamics	14	19	32
Electromagnetic waves	15	13	22
Motion in Two Dimensions	12	6	20
Kinetic Theory of Gases	19	16	26
Laws of Motion	10	8	28
Motion in One Dimension	7	17	25
Nuclear Physics	9	8	22
Center of Mass Momentum and Collision	15	19	15
Atomic Physics	10	6	17
Thermal Properties of Matter	13	10	15
Units and Dimensions	9	9	17
Mechanical Properties of Fluids	12	14	14
Wave Optics	12	14	16
Mechanical Properties of Solids	6	5	16
Electromagnetic Induction	10	10	14
Work Power Energy	7	8	20
Magnetic Properties of Matter	6	4	12
Experimental Physics	9	5	7

JEE Main Chemistry Weightage of Important Topics

JEE Main 2023 Chemistry Syllabus consists of topics from Physical, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry. The table below shows the weightage of each section.

JEE Main Chemistry Section Weightage
Chemistry Sections	The weightage (%)
Physical Chemistry	35.6%
Inorganic Chemistry	29.7%
Organic Chemistry	24.7%

The total number of questions from JEE Chemistry syllabus asked in the 2019, 2020 and 2021 exams have been tabulated below.

JEE Main Chemistry Weightage
Topics	2019	2020	2021
General Organic Chemistry	23	27	53
Amines	19	14	40
Coordination Compounds	30	31	43
Hydrocarbons	21	21	38
Solution	19	13	29
Environmental Chemistry	23	8	25
Thermodynamics(C)	23	15	27
Chemical Kinetics	17	17	26
General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals	17	9	27
Structure of Atoms	18	13	28
Aldehydes and Ketones	18	12	25
Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure	10	20	32
Biomolecules	18	14	29
d and f Block Elements	13	11	28
Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry	12	13	26
s Block Elements	14	10	23
Alcohols Phenols and Ether	15	8	25
Surface Chemistry	15	11	23
p Block Elements( Group 15,16,17 & 18)	13	14	25
Electrochemistry	14	16	21
Periodic Tables	14	17	18
Haloalkanes Haloarenes	15	12	14
Hydrogen	13	10	24
Solid States	10	5	17
Redox Reactions	6	10	21
Chemical equilibrium	8	8	15
Polymers	12	5	14
Carboxylic Acid Derivatives	13	4	12
p Block Elements( Group 13 & 14)	12	4	8
States of Matter	8	6	11
Practical Chemistry	1	0	3
Ionic Equilibrium	10	10	17
Chemistry in Everyday Life	6	12	13

JEE Main Mathematics Weightage of Important Topics

The total number of questions from JEE Mathematics syllabus asked in the 2019, 2020 and 2021 exams have been tabulated below.

JEE Main Mathematics Weightage
Topics	2019	2020	2021
Three Dimensional Geometry	31	19	56
Binomial Theorem	21	19	38
Sequences and Series	26	28	38
Definite Integration	23	15	48
Vector Algebra	16	13	35
Differential Equations	15	16	48
Probability	19	17	32
Application of Derivatives	22	31	36
Determinants	22	21	29
Circle	21	8	29
Mathematical Reasoning	16	16	25
Quadratic equations	20	16	23
Functions	15	11	32
Permutation Combination	14	13	26
Matrices	9	10	33
Complex Numbers	14	17	30
Straight Lines	20	12	19
Limits	12	13	24
Continuity and Differentiability	13	9	23
Statistics	14	15	21
Area under Curves	14	11	17
Indefinite Integration	15	8	11
Ellipse	9	11	15
Parabola	15	11	14
Inverse Trigonometric Functions	8	4	19
Trigonometric Equations	8	4	11
Sets and Relations	8	8	10
Trigonometric Ratios and Identities	7	4	7
Hyperbola	11	7	10
Basic of Mathematics	1	0	4
Heights and Distances	7	4	8
Properties of Triangle	5	0	5
Mathematical Induction	0	0	1
Differentiation	9	9	5
Pair of Lines	0	0	2
Linear Programming	0	0	1

JEE Main 2023 Paper Structure

JEE Main 2023 exam paper structure decided by NTA is given below. The time duration of JEE Main exam is 3 hours.

JEE Main 2023 Paper Structure
Subjects	Total Number of Questions	Total Marks
Physics	30 Questions	120 Marks
Chemistry	30 Questions	120 Marks
Mathematics	30 Questions	120 Marks
Total	90 Questions	360 Marks

JEE Main Syllabus vs JEE Advanced Syllabus

The difference between the JEE Main and Advanced syllabus have been given below. Topics in JEE Main 2023 which are not included in the syllabus for JEE Advanced are tabulated below:

The difference in Physics Syllabus

The below-listed topics will be a part of the Physics syllabus of JEE Main, but won't be included in the JEE Advanced syllabus for 2023.

The difference in Physics Syllabus
Electronic Waves	Characteristics of Electronic Waves Transverse Nature of Electronic Waves Application of EM Waves Electromagnetic Spectrum
Electronic Devices	Semiconductors Reverse Bias and Forward Bias Characteristics of Photo-Diode (I-V) LEDs and Solar Cells Zener Diode as a Voltage Regulator Junior Transistors Transistor Action Transistors as Amplifiers and Switches Oscillators
Communication Systems	Propagation of EM Waves Amplitude and Frequency Modulation Signal Bandwidth and Transmission Medium Basic Elements of Communication Systems (Block Diagrams)

The difference in Chemistry Syllabus

Given below is a list of all the topics which will be included in the IIT JEE Main syllabus, but would not be a part of the JEE Advanced syllabus.

The difference in Chemistry Syllabus
Biomolecules	Definition and Classification of Biomolecules Functions of Biomolecules Nucleic Acids and their composition DNA, RNA and their functions
Chemistry in Everyday Life	Cleansing Action of Soaps and Detergents Artificial Chemicals in Food Analgesics, Tranquillizers, Antibiotics, Antiseptics, Antifertility Drugs, Disinfectants, Antimicrobials, Antihistamines

The difference in Mathematics Syllabus

The Mathematics syllabus of JEE Main will contain the below-listed topics. However, these topics will not be a part of the JEE Advanced syllabus for 2023.

The difference in Mathematics Syllabus
Trigonometry	Heights and Distances
Probability and Statistics	Mean and Median Measures of Dispersion Calculating the mode of grouped and ungrouped data Calculating variance, the mean and standard deviation of grouped or ungrouped data
Mathematical Reasoning	Tautology Converse Contradiction Contrapositive Statements and Logical Operations
Sets, Relations and Functions	Representations Unions, intersections and compliments Power sets Algebraic Properties of Sets Types of relations Equivalent relations

Most Important Topics in JEE Main Syllabus 2023

The NTA's prescribed syllabus for JEE Main 2023 is vast. Often, candidates are confused about which topics to pay the most attention to. After thorough research, we've prepared a list of the most important topics for JEE Main from the JEE Main syllabus 2023.

Most Important Topics IN JEE Main Syllabus
JEE Main Physics Important Topics	JEE Main Chemistry Important Topics	JEE Main Maths Important Topics
Thermodynamics	Electrochemistry	3D Geometry
Rotational Motion	Chemical Bonding	Vectors
SHM	Salt Analysis	Determinants and Matrices
Magnetism	ionic Equilibrium	Sequence and Series
Optics	Thermodynamics and Thermochemistry	Circles
Modern Physics	Aldehydes and Ketones	Straight Line
Electrostatics	Aromatic Hydrocarbons	Functions
Bohr's Atomic Model	GOC Isomerism	Application of Derivatives
Kinetics	Liquid Solutions	Conic Sections
-	Alkyl Halides	Complex No.s
-	Aryl Halides	Quadratic Equation
-	d-Block Elements	Binomial Theorem
-	p-Block Elements	Permutation and Combination
-	-	Properties of Triangles
-	-	MI

The candidates should also refer to the previous year's JEE Main question papers to check which topics are important and occupy the maximum weightage.

JEE Main 2023 Preparation

To ensure that candidates have covered all the essential topics of JEE Main 2023 Syllabus. Candidates should follow a strict JEE Main preparation schedule. JEE Main preparation is one of the most crucial steps for cracking the JEE Main, the candidates need to devote a lot of time and effort.

Below given are some of the important JEE Main preparation tips.

Know JEE Main syllabus thoroughly, and understand the JEE Main paper pattern, JEE Main question pattern, as well as JEE Main exam topics.
Check if there is anything new in JEE Main 2023 exam pattern.
Make a realistic timetable and map out a preparation plan, try to follow a strict 3 months preparation plan.
Invest in quality reference material and practice books. Coaching centres can help with gathering information and adequate guidance. Practice mock tests and previous year's question papers.
Do not neglect your health and well-being, they are important too. Rest well and eat well.
For your exam day strategy, try to keep calm and focused, and go according to a plan that is the most time-efficient for you.

FAQs

Will the JEE Main syllabus and JEE Advanced syllabus be the same?

No, the syllabus for JEE Advanced is not same as JEE Main. There are many topics that are a part of JEE Main syllabus but are not asked in JEE Advanced.

Is the JEE Mains 2023 syllabus the same as CBSE Class 12?

The JEE Main 2023 syllabus is similar to the Class 11 and 12 syllabi of CBSE. JEE Main 2023 Syllabus includes many topics from Class 12.

Will the JEE Main 2023 have questions from Class 11 also?

JEE Main syllabus covers topics from 11 and 12. So, a lot of chapters from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics become equally vital both for Boards and the JEE Main Exam from both the classes.

Can there be a reduction in JEE Main 2023 Syllabus?

There are speculations on JEE Main Syllabus reduction for the academic year 2022-23. However, NTA has not made any changes to JEE Main 2023 Syllabus. Instead, the authorities have provided an internal choice in JEE Main just like last year. Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics now have 30 questions each. All three of these subjects have two sections. Section A contains 20 MCQs and Section B contains 10 Numerical value-based questions. Candidates have to attempt any five questions out of 10 in section.