JEE Paper 2A for BArch

The JEE Paper 2A, a national entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is for candidates seeking admission to esteemed institutions like National Institute of Technology (NITs), the School of Planning and Architecture (SPAs), and Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) for a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program. This paper evaluates candidates on their mathematical skills, architectural reasoning skills, and sketching skills. JEE paper 2A for BArch is a special combination of online and offline exams that are administered in two sessions each year and require a comprehensive study plan. Being one of the top design and architecture entrance coaching institutes in Kerala, afdindia helps you get through the JEE2 exams. Given below are the details about exam dates, pattern, syllabus, and admission for JEE Main B.Arch paper.

JEE Paper 2A- Mode of Examination

JEE Main Paper 2A for B.Arch is conducted in a hybrid format.
Mathematics and Aptitude Tests: Held online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Drawing Test: Conducted offline using pen and paper on A4 sheets.
The exam is available in English, Hindi, and other regional languages.

Examination Dates

Session 1	January
Session 2	April
Result Announcement for Session 2	May
Application Window	Begins November & February

Eligibilty Criteria

Age Limit: There is no upper age limit to appear for the exam

Nationality: Available to Indian citizens as well as international applicants.

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must have passed their 10+2 or equivalent examination in.

Those appearing in the current year are also eligible. Recognized qualifications include:

Class 12 board examinations from any accredited board.
Examinations equivalent to 10+2 acknowledged by the AIU.
A three-year diploma approved by the State Technical Education Board or the AICTE.
Global qualifications such as the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the Cambridge High School Certificate.

Compulsory Subject: Mathematics must be one of the subjects in the qualifying examination

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JEE Main 2025 Paper 2A Exam Pattern

Exam Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes); 4 hours for PwD candidates

Total Number of Questions: 82

Sections:

Mathematics (Part I): 20 questions (MCQ and numerical-based)

Aptitude Test (Part II): 50 questions (MCQs)

Drawing Test (Part III): 2 questions

Total Marks: 400

Languages in which the JEE BArch exam is conducted: Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, and English are the available languages for the exam.

JEE Main Paper 2A Syllabus

Part 1 – Algebra, sets, trigonometry, calculus, coordinate geometry, matrices, probability, and three-dimensional geometry.

Part 2 – General Aptitude: Critical thinking, architectural awareness, visual and numerical memory, and spatial visualisation.

Part 3 – Drawing: Sketching, understanding of scale and proportion, 2D and 3D composition, architectural awareness, sense of perspective drawing.

JEE Main Paper 2A Application Process

Go to www.jeemain.nta.nic.in , the official JEE website.
Select "Apply for JEE Main."
Enter your phone number, email address, and name in the registration form.
Log in to complete the application by entering your personal and academic information.
Provide a current passport-sized photo and scanned copies of your signature.
Pay fees per your category (refer to the NTA guidelines).
For future use, print a copy of the completed form.

How to Download the JEE Main Paper 2A Scorecard

Go to the official NTA JEE website.
To download the scorecard, click the link.
Access your account using your date of birth or application number and password.
View, download, and print your scorecard.

Counselling and Admissions Process

Conducted through JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority).
Candidates are required to register and provide their selections once the scorecard is made available.
Allocation depends on rank, preferences, and the availability of seats.
Institutions that accept Paper 2A scores comprise NITs, SPAs, and various other centrally funded technical colleges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is JEE Paper 2A?

For aspiring students aiming for a B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) degree at institutions such as NITs, IITs and SPAs, JEE Paper 2A serves as the gateway.

Who conducts the JEE Main Paper 2A?

The National Testing Agency (NTA).

Which subjects are included in the Paper 2A exam?

Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing.

Can I attempt both Paper 1 and Paper 2A in JEE Main?

Yes, if a candidate satisfies the prerequisites for engineering, architecture, or planning courses, they are permitted to take both tests.

Is it necessary to appear in both sessions of JEE Main?

No, but appearing in both can improve your score as the best of two attempts is considered.