Aspiring engineers aiming for a seat at the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have a reason to celebrate! On November 5th, 2024, the IIT Kanpur announced a crucial update regarding the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025. The number of attempts allowed for JEE Advanced has been increased to three consecutive years, providing candidates with more opportunities to crack this highly competitive exam.
Previously, candidates were only allowed two attempts in two consecutive years. This change opens up new doors for students, offering them additional chances to pursue their dream of securing admission into an IIT.
JEE Advanced 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Along with the announcement of increased attempts, IIT Kanpur also outlined the eligibility criteria for JEE Advanced 2025:
- Age Limit: Candidates must have been born on or after October 1, 2000.
- Academic Qualification: Candidates must have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2023, 2024, or 2025, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects.
- Important Note: Candidates who appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) exam for the first time in 2022 or earlier are NOT eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2025, regardless of the subjects attempted.
There is, however, a special provision for students who appeared for the Class XII examination in 2022. If the results for the academic year 2021-22 were declared on or after September 21, 2022, these students will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2025, provided they meet all other criteria.
JEE Main 2025 Schedule Released
To ensure a smooth progression towards JEE Advanced, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has also released the JEE Main 2025 schedule, which serves as the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced. The JEE Main 2025-26 will be conducted in two phases:
- Phase 1: January 22nd to 31st, 2025.
- Phase 2: April 2025 (exact dates to be announced later).
This revised schedule provides students ample time to prepare for both JEE Main and JEE Advanced, making it easier for them to strategize their preparation effectively.
With the increase in attempts and the clear JEE Main schedule in place, aspiring engineers now have a more defined pathway to achieve their IIT goals. It is essential that candidates understand the updated eligibility criteria and stay informed with the official updates from IIT Kanpur and NTA for a smooth and successful preparation journey.
