27/02/2014
JEE mains 2014: It's time to gear up!
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Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) came into existence in the year 2013 replacing the All India Engineering Entrance Exam (AIEEE).
The JEE is conducted in two phases, namely Mains and Advanced. JEE Mains score is used for admissions to undergraduate engineering programmes in NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded technical institutions in India. JEE Advanced on the other hand, is used for admissions to IITs.
Candidates in the top 1, 50, 000 list of JEE mains will be eligible to appear for the JEE advanced. The JEE mains offline, this year is scheduled to be conducted on April 6, whereas online it will conducted on April 9, April 11, April 12 and April 19.
If you are worried about cracking these exams and want to avoid the silly mistakes, here's a look on what you need to keep in mind while attempting the exam:
1. Do not go for the online exam if you are not fully aware of it or if you are not comfortable with it. In case of any doubts, go for the usual offline mode of exam.
2. If you are attempting the online mode of exam, make sure to watch your speed. Use rough sheets whenever required. In case of any technical issue, bring it into the notice of your invigilator immediately.
3. Once you get the question paper, read it thoroughly. Plan your time in advance leaving some time for revision as well. Before submitting the actual sheet of exams, go through the answers and pattern well, so as to not provide any chance for silly reduction in marks.
4. After receiving the question paper, if you find it difficult to solve, do not panic. It is the relative performance that matters. Write down as much as you know. And try to not leave any question un-attempted.
5. Solve the questions you know completely and thoroughly first, and then go for the lesser-known answers.
Exam Dates of JEE (Mains) :
JEE Main Paper Based Exam (Paper 1): April 6
Time Slot 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
JEE Main Paper Based Exam (Paper 2): April 6
Time Slot 2 pm to 5 pm
JEE Main 2014 Computer Based Test: April 9, 11, 12 and 19 (2 slots available)
Slot one is from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
Slot two is from 2 pm to 5 pm
JEE Main exam result: May 3
Declaration of All India Ranks: July 7
Availability of JEE Main 2014 Rank Card: after July 7
Syllabus:
Paper 1
B. E/ B. Tech aspirants are required to attempt Paper 1, which consists of objective-type questions divided equally amongst Maths, Physics and Chemistry. The exam may be attempted through computer based testing or pen and paper based testing.
Paper 2
B.Arch. /B. Planning aspirants are required to attempt Paper 2 which can only be attempted by pen and paper based testing. The exam is based on Maths (objective-type questions), Aptitude Test and a Drawing Test.
Candidates interested in applying for both B. E/ B. Tech and B.Arch./B. Planning can attempt both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Subject-wise SYLLABUS:
1. Maths: Sets, Relations and Functions; Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations; Matrices and Determinants; Permutations and Combinations; Mathematical Induction; Binomial Theorem and its Simple Applications; Sequences and Series; Limit, Continuity and Differentiability; Integral Calculus; Differential Equations; Co-ordinate Geometry; Three Dimensional Geometry; Vector Algebra; Statistics and Probability; Trigonometry and Mathematical Reasoning.
2. Physics: Physics and Measurement; Kinematics; Laws of Motion; Work, Energy and Power; Rotational Motion; Gravitation; Properties of Solids and Liquids; Thermodynamics; Kinetic Theory of Gases; Oscillations and Waves; Electrostatics; Current Electricity; Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism; Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents; Electromagnetic Waves; Optics; Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation; Atoms and Nuclei; Electronic Devices and Communication Systems.
3. Chemistry
- Section A - Physical Chemistry: Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry; States of Matter; Atomic Structure; Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure; Chemical Thermodynamics; Solutions; Equilibrium; Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry; Chemical Kinetics and Surface Chemistry
- Section B - Inorganic Chemistry: Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties; General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals; Hydrogen; S-Block Elements; P-Block Elements; D and F Block Elements; Coordination Compounds and Environmental Chemistry
- Section C - Organic Chemistry: Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds; Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry; Hydrocarbons; Organic Compounds Containing Halogens; Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen; Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen; Polymers; Biomolecules; Chemistry in Everyday Life and Principles Related to Practical Chemistry
4. Aptitude Test: Awareness (of persons, places, building, materials), Objects, Texture related to Architecture and build-environment. Visualizing 3 dimensional objects from 2 dimensional drawings. Visualizing different sides of 3 dimensional objects. Analytical reasoning and mental ability (visual, numerical and verbal).
5. Drawing Test: 3 dimensional perception: Understanding and appreciation of scale and proportion of objects, building forms and elements, color texture, harmony and contrast. Design and drawing of geometrical or abstract shapes and patterns in pencil. Transformation of forms both 2D and 3D union, subtraction, rotation, development of surfaces and volumes, generation of plan, elevations and 3D views of objects. Creating 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional compositions using given shapes and forms. Sketching of scenes and activities from memory of urbanscape (public space, market, festivals, street scenes, monuments, recreational spaces etc), landscape (river fronts, jungles, gardens, trees, plants etc) and rural life.
