JEE Main preparation for the Mathematics section should be comprehensive, strategic, and aligned with the exam’s requirements. With only two months remaining for the highly competitive JEE Main Exam 2025, it is crucial for aspirants to complete the NCERT syllabus for both Class 11 and 12. NCERT books should serve as the foundation of your preparation, especially for the Mathematics section, which is a common subject in Paper 1, Paper 2A, and Paper 2B. The JEE Main Exam 2025 is scheduled to be held from January 22 to January 31, 2025.
As mentioned earlier, JEE Main preparation should begin with completing the NCERT books. Once that is done, move on to Solving Objective Mathematics by R.D. Sharma, Algebra by S.K. Goyal, Calculus by Amit M. Agarwal, Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney, and other recommended books. However, true preparation lies not just in solving these books once. Aspirants should focus on understanding the concepts in each chapter and revising them repeatedly. Preparation for the JEE Main Maths paper is incomplete without practising mock tests and sample question papers.
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JEE Main Preparation 2025 – Marking Scheme for Maths Section
According to the new marking scheme released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), each section (Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry) will consist of 25 questions. In Mathematics, there will be 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and 5 numerical-based questions. This year, there will be no optional questions. Students should note that negative marking applies to both objective and numerical questions.
JEE Main 2025 – Topic-wise weightage in Maths
Before diving into the preparation strategy for the Maths paper, it is essential to understand the topic-wise weightage. Based on past trends, the approximate weightage for each topic is as follows:
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How to prepare for JEE Main Maths?
To prepare for the JEE Main maths exam, the following are strategies candidates should consider:
| Topic | Preparation Tips |
| Coordinate Geometry | Focus on understanding graphs and derivations. Solve past JEE questions from 36 Years Solved Papers by Arihant. Attempt 10-15 graph-based problems daily. |
| Calculus | Begin with simple limits and gradually move to advanced integration problems. Practice application-based questions, especially maxima-minima and area under curves. Daily target: Solve 20 problems each from differentiation and integration. |
| Algebra | Memorize key formulas (roots of quadratic equations, binomial expansions). Focus on solving questions involving patterns and logic in sequences. Target: 10 complex number problems + 10 sequence & series problems daily. |
| Trigonometry | Solve problems involving identities and equations first, then tackle application problems. Memorize angle transformations and periodicity concepts. |
| Vectors and 3D Geometry | Focus on direction cosines, vector projections, and solving geometrical interpretations. Solve 5-7 numerical questions from each topic daily. |
| Probability and Statistics | Start with simple dice and card problems, then move to conditional probability. |
| Matrices and Determinants | Focus on solving equations using matrices and determinants. Revise key properties daily. |
