If you’re aiming for admission to one of the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), there’s some great news! The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025 has updated its eligibility criteria, allowing students to attempt the exam three times over three consecutive years. This change offers more flexibility for aspirants to maximize their preparation and increase their chances of success.
Key Changes in JEE Advanced 2025 Attempt Limit
The new attempt limit allows candidates three consecutive opportunities to clear JEE Advanced, compared to the previous cap of two attempts. This update is expected to benefit numerous aspirants, giving them more time to refine their understanding and approach for this challenging exam.
JEE Advanced 2025 Overview
Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2025 |
New Attempt Limit | Three attempts in three consecutive years |
Conducting Body | IITs under the Joint Admission Board (JAB) |
Eligibility Exam | JEE Main 2025 |
Admission Level | Undergraduate programs in IITs |
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Advanced 2025
To qualify for JEE Advanced 2025, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:
- Qualifying in JEE Main 2025: Candidates must rank among the top 2,50,000 candidates in the JEE Main 2025 to be eligible for JEE Advanced.
- Age Limit: Candidates should be born on or after October 1, 2000. A relaxation of five years is applicable for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
- Academic Requirements: Candidates must have passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination in 2024 or 2025.
- Attempt Limit: With the new update, candidates can now attempt JEE Advanced up to three times in three consecutive years, giving them more flexibility to achieve a higher score.
JEE Advanced 2025 Important Dates
Events | Dates |
JEE Main 2025 | January & April 2025 |
JEE Advanced 2025 | May 2025 |
Result Announcement | June 2025 |
Counseling Process | July-August 2025 |
Note: These dates are tentative and should be verified on the official JEE Advanced website.
Exam Pattern for JEE Advanced 2025
JEE Advanced follows a computer-based test (CBT) format with two papers:
- Paper 1 and Paper 2 – Both are compulsory.
- Duration: Each paper lasts for 3 hours.
- Subjects Covered: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Marking Scheme: JEE Advanced features a complex marking system with full, partial, and negative marks, making it essential for candidates to answer carefully.