JEE Main 2022 Preparation: Know Study Plan, Chapter and Topic wise Weightage

For JEE Main exam, every candidate has their way of preparation. It’s ok to prepare as per their understanding, however, if one can get expert insights with a concise preparation strategy, the result can be different. Hence, for the candidates who aspire to appear for JEE Main 2020, here are some simple yet efficient preparation tips along with chapter and topic-wise weightage

Sanjana Surbhi
Dec 29, 2021, 11:17 IST

JEE Main Preparation, Study Plan

JEE Main 2022 Preparation: Getting enrolled in the best engineering college is the only aim of engineering aspirants. The first and foremost thing is to determine the decision to prepare for the JEE Main. However, a lot of questions keep hovering around the aspirant's mind like - from where should I begin? Which books should I get? How to prepare the JEE Main study plan? All these are the basic questions that revolve around the candidate's mind before the exam.

To start with, it is necessary to make a plan before going through the exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates can prepare thoroughly only if they have planned out how, where, when and what to prepare and from where to start. So, before making any preparation plans, candidates must know about the exam. 

About JEE Main

National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the national-level test - Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main. The entrance test is held in the computer-based mode for admissions to the undergraduate engineering courses in top engineering institutes in India - National Institutes of Technology (NITs), IIITs and the Government-funded Technical Institutes. Besides, candidates qualifying in this test will be eligible for JEE Advanced. 

JEE Main Preparation 2022 

Candidates must start their preparation at the earliest, to avoid the last-minute rush. Going as per last year, JEE Main will be conducted in four sessions - February, March, April and May. With the 1st session one month away, candidates must know the exam pattern and syllabus. For more JEE Mains 2022 preparation tips, candidates can read this to get easy but effective strategies. JEE Main aspirants must also have knowledge of the complete syllabus with chapter and topic wise weightage. 

Few Points to be kept in mind Before starting with JEE Main Study Plan

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Maintaining a Study Plan for JEE Main preparation 

With exam dates to be released soon, candidates must plan each day and start preparing for the entrance test. For that, they have to make a timetable and divide their time evenly for all the sections, subjects, sample papers and question paper. 

Follow that JEE Main preparation routine every day so that candidates can complete their syllabus as per the limited time they have. Try not to leave any topic for the last minute. To stay consistent with the study schedule, candidates must develop a strong determination to keep up with the daily study hours. 

Understand the JEE Main Exam Pattern and Syllabus 

It is important to know the paper pattern of JEE Main. This will help them in preparing their study plan too. This will also help the candidates to get the overall idea about the mode of examination, nature of questions, marking scheme, time duration and the number of questions that will be asked in the entrance exam. Check the table below to understand better - 

Particulars

Details

Total Number of Questions

Physics - 30

Chemistry - 30

Mathematics - 30

Questions to be attempted

25 out of 30 questions in each section

Type of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (Objective)

Marking Scheme

Correct answer - 4 marks

Wrong answer - 1 mark deducted

Total Marks Allotted

300

JEE Main Chapter and Topic wise Weightage Physics 

Physics is based on conceptual understanding. For this subject, candidates must make sure that their concepts are clear in each topic. Solving problems will help them develop concept clarity and improve their confidence level in this subject. Candidates can check here JEE Main Physics topic-wise weightage - 

Topics

Number of Questions

Marks

Modern Physics

5

20

Heat and Thermodynamics

3

12

Optics

3

12

Current Electricity

3

12

Electrostatics

3

12

Magnetics

2

8

Unit, Dimension and Vector

1

4

Kinematics, Laws of motion, Rotation

1 question from each section

4

JEE Main Chapter and Topic wise Weightage Mathematics 

This subject requires practice as the questions are always tricky. The more candidates study and practice Mathematics, the more it will develop analytical and problem-solving skills. Check below the JEE Main Mathematics chapter and topic-wise weightage here 

Topics

Number of Questions

Marks

Coordinate Geometry

5

20

Limits, Continuity and Differentiability

3

12

Integral Calculus

3

12

Complex numbers and Quadratic Equation

2

8

Matrices and Determinants

2

8

Statistics and Probability

2

8

Three Dimensional Geometry

2

8

Vector Algebra

2

8

Sets, Relation and Function

1

4

Permutations and Combinations

1

4

Binomial Theorem and Its Application

1

4

Sequences and Series

1

4

Trigonometry, Differential Equation, Differential Calculus

1 question from different sections

4

JEE Main Chapter and Topic wise Weightage Chemistry

Candidates will have to be well-versed with the three branches of Chemistry - Organic, Inorganic and Physical Chemistry. Go through all reaction mechanisms and remember all named reactions. Make notes while studying each chapter. Check here the JEE Main Chemistry chapter and topic wise weightage 

Topics

No of Questions

Marks

Transition Elements and Coordination Chemistry

3

12

Periodic table and Representative Elements

3

12

Thermodynamics And Gaseous State

2

8

Atomic Structure

2

8

Chemical Bonding

2

8

Chemical And Ionic Equilibrium

2

8

Solid State And Surface Chemistry

2

8

Nuclear Chemistry And Environment

2

8

Mole Concept, Stereochemistry, Hydrocarbon

1 question from different sections

4

Redox Reaction

1

4

Electrochemistry

1

4

Chemical Kinetics

1

4

Solution and Colligative Properties

1

4

Get hands-on the best books to prepare for JEE Mains 

During the stressful times of preparation, candidates must get some books for understanding the concepts and prepare well for the national-level entrance exam. They can also practise the sample papers but only books can clear the basic concepts and might get some easy way to solve questions. So, it is recommended to the candidates to make a list of JEE Main best books for preparation.

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Solve Sample Papers, Previous Years’ Question Papers for JEE Preparation 

One of the important JEE Main preparation tips involve solving the sample papers and the previous years' question papers. By solving the JEE Main sample and question papers, the candidates will know the level of their preparation. Apart from solving the sample and previous year's question papers, candidates must also take a mock test. Candidates will be able to revise the entire syllabus in the simulated setting of the actual exam by taking JEE Main mock tests. 

Importance of Revision for JEE Main preparation

Candidates must try to complete the whole syllabus on time and leave a few days for revision. They must start their revision from the notes prepared by them. At this point, they can use short notes to revise the topics or certain sections. However, do not spend too much time on revision. Try to be quick and do not neglect the revision stage as it is an important part of the preparation for JEE Mains.  

Take Breaks and Stay Motivated

While studying for hours, do take a break now and then. Also, relax by doing something that candidates like or listen to music, do meditation, art, or whatever helps to ease the pressure. Motivation levels have to be maintained as there will be times when the pressure may be high, and candidates may feel low. However, do not let this affect the performance, pick yourself and get back in the game. 

Sanjana Surbhi
Sanjana Surbhi

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Sanjana Surbhi has more than four years-long exposure in the online education industry. She is a post-graduate diploma holder in journalism with a zeal to be better every day. Having worked with ed-tech companies she brings the experience of the education field to add an interesting dimension to her work. Apart from writing, she is a photography enthusiast and a doodler. Sanjana draws inspiration from the lives around. She's currently working as a Senior Content Writer for the College and Careers sections of Jagranjosh.com. She can be reached at sanjana.surbhi@jagrannewmedia.com.
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