JEE Advanced 2025 Question Paper — Analysis, PDF Download & Solutions Guide
Official JEE Advanced 2025 Paper 1 and Paper 2 question papers (English) from jeeadv.ac.in, with topic-wise distribution, difficulty analysis, marking scheme, and cutoff data. Conducted by IIT Kanpur on 18 May 2025.
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Hindi versions and official answer keys are available on jeeadv.ac.in/archive.
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Parameter | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Questions | ~48 (16 per subject) | ~48 (16 per subject) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Maximum Marks | 180 | 180 |
| Question Types | Single-correct MCQ, Multi-correct MCQ, Integer/Numerical | Single-correct MCQ, Multi-correct MCQ, Numerical, Match-the-list |
| Marking Scheme | Variable — full, partial, zero, and negative marks per section | Variable — full, partial, zero, and negative marks per section |
Topic-wise Distribution & Weightage
Across both papers, the typical distribution observed by major coaching analyses:
| Subject | High-weight Topics | Approx. Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Mechanics (Rotational, Fluid), Electromagnetism, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics | ~120 |
| Chemistry | Organic (GOC, Reaction Mechanisms), Coordination Chemistry, Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium | ~120 |
| Mathematics | Calculus (Definite Integrals, Functional Equations), Vector & 3D, Conic Sections, Probability | ~120 |
MechanicsOrganic ChemistryCalculus dominated both papers — together accounting for roughly 35% of total marks.
Difficulty Analysis & Key Changes
| Subject | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Hard — lengthy mechanics & EM problems | Moderate — more direct numericals |
| Chemistry | Moderate — Organic was straightforward | Easy-to-Moderate — Inorganic was scoring |
| Mathematics | Moderate-to-Hard — Calculus heavy | Hard — Probability and Vectors were tricky |
Overall: Paper 1 was tougher than Paper 2. Average attempt rate across all questions was approximately 60%.
Notable changes from previous year
- Numerical-type questions now have negative marking (−1 for incorrect) — confirmed continuation of the 2024 change.
- Section structure simplified — fewer match-the-list type questions in Paper 2 compared to 2024.
- Slight increase in conceptual depth of Mathematics calculus questions.
Cutoffs & Qualifying Marks (2025)
| Category | Min. Aggregate (%) | Min. Per Subject (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL / General) | ~35% | ~10% |
| OBC-NCL | ~31.5% | ~9% |
| SC / ST | ~17.5% | ~5% |
| PwD (all categories) | ~17.5% | ~5% |
Source: Official JEE Advanced 2025 results notification, jeeadv.ac.in.
How to use this paper in your revision
- Take it timed. 3 hours, no breaks, no looking up formulas. Treat it like the real exam — same time of day if possible.
- Self-mark using the official answer key from jeeadv.ac.in. Do not refer to coaching institute solutions until you’ve attempted a question twice yourself.
- Categorise mistakes: conceptual error, calculation error, silly mistake, or genuine knowledge gap. Only the last needs a textbook revisit.
- Re-attempt wrong questions after 7 days. If you get them wrong again, that’s a chapter to redo from scratch.
Frequently Asked Questions — JEE Advanced 2025
What was the difficulty level of JEE Advanced 2025?
JEE Advanced 2025 (conducted by IIT Kanpur) was rated moderately difficult by major coaching institute analyses. Paper 1 trended slightly harder than Paper 2. The detailed subject-wise difficulty matrix is in the Difficulty Analysis section above.
How many questions are there in JEE Advanced 2025?
Each paper has approximately 48 questions split equally across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Total marks for each paper is 180, making the combined total 360 marks across both papers.
Where can I find official solutions to JEE Advanced 2025?
IIT publishes only the official answer keys, not worked solutions. Detailed solutions are published by reputed coaching institutes (Allen, Resonance, FIITJEE, Vibrant). Always cross-check coaching solutions against the official answer key on jeeadv.ac.in — coaching solutions occasionally contain errors that propagate.
What was the qualifying cutoff for JEE Advanced 2025?
The aggregate qualifying mark for the Common Rank List was approximately 35% of total marks; category-wise marks are listed in the Cutoffs section above. These are the minimum to be ranked, not for IIT admission — admission cutoffs vary by branch and IIT and are 5–10x higher.
Can I use a calculator in JEE Advanced?
No. JEE Advanced does not allow calculators. A virtual calculator was not provided for 2025. Manual calculation speed is part of what the exam tests, especially on long Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Coordinate Geometry numericals.