What is the eligibility criteria for JEE exam?

JEE Main: Pass Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, score 75% marks (65% for reserved categories), be under 25 years old (30 for reserved), maximum 3 attempts.

JEE Advanced: Qualify JEE Main with top 2.5 lakh rank, same Class 12th and age requirements, maximum 2 attempts only.

JEE Main Eligibility Requirements

Educational Qualification

• Class 12th pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM)
• Minimum 75% marks in Class 12th (65% for SC/ST/PWD)
• Alternative: 3-year engineering diploma after Class 10th

Age and Attempts

• Age limit: 25 years for general category (30 years for SC/ST/PWD)
• Maximum attempts: 3 times
• Nationality: Indian nationals, OCI/PIO holders, eligible foreign nationals

JEE Advanced Eligibility Requirements

Primary Requirements

• JEE Main qualification in the same year mandatory
• Top 2.5 lakh rank in JEE Main (category-wise cutoffs apply)
• Same Class 12th requirements as JEE Main

Strict Restrictions

• Maximum 2 attempts in consecutive years only
• Same age limits as JEE Main
• No flexibility - miss one year, lose one attempt

JEE Mains and JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria

JEE Eligibility Criteria for Special Categories

Reserved Category Benefits

• Age relaxation: Additional 5 years for SC/ST/PWD
• Marks relaxation: 65% instead of 75% in Class 12th
• Category certificate: Required during counseling
• PWD benefits: Scribe facility and extra time available

Important Documents Required

• Class 10th and 12th marksheets
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• PWD certificate (if applicable)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar/Passport)

Common Eligibility Mistakes

• Name mismatches across certificates
• Wrong age calculation - use October 1st as reference date
• Attempt miscounting - first appearance starts the count
• Missing documents during counseling
• Late Class 12th results affecting JEE Advanced eligibility