JEE Main Paper 2 Provisional Answer Key Released, Check on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the provisional answer key for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2, which includes the BArch and BPlanning exams held in January. Candidates who appeared for the exams can now check the provisional answer key for both Paper 2A (BArch) and Paper 2B (BPlanning) on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The provisional answer key provides an opportunity for candidates to verify their responses and raise any objections they may have regarding the answers.
The JEE Main Paper 2 exams were conducted on January 30, 2025. The Paper 2A (BArch) and Paper 2B (BPlanning) exams were held for a total of 400 marks. Both papers included three sections. The Mathematics and Aptitude sections were common to both papers and were conducted as computer-based tests. However, the Drawing Test for the BArch exam was pen-and-paper based, while the BPlanning paper included questions focused on planning.
Candidates who wish to challenge any answers in the provisional key have the opportunity to raise objections until February 16 (11:50 PM). After reviewing all the objections, the NTA will release the final answer key for JEE Main Paper 2.
JEE Main Paper 2 Exam format
| Section | JEE Main Paper 2A (BArch) | JEE Main Paper 2B (BPlanning) |
| Total Marks | 400 | 400 |
| Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Section 1: Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 10 Numerical Value Questions | 20 MCQs + 10 Numerical Value Questions |
| Section 2: Aptitude Test | 50 MCQs | 50 MCQs |
| Section 3: Drawing/Planning Test | 2 Questions (Drawing) evaluated out of 100 | 25 MCQs (Planning-Based Questions) |
| Marking Scheme (Mathematics and Aptitude Test) | 4 marks for correct answer, -1 mark for incorrect answer | 4 marks for correct answer, -1 mark for incorrect answer |
| Marking Scheme (Numerical Value Questions) | 4 marks for correct answer, no negative marking | 4 marks for correct answer, no negative marking |
| Marking Scheme (Drawing Test) | Evaluated out of 100 (no negative marking) | N/A |
JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 Cutoff
The expected cutoff for JEE Main Paper 2 (BArch and BPlanning) depends on several factors, including the number of candidates, difficulty level of the exam, and the category of the candidate (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.). Although the exact cutoff can only be determined after the results are announced, here is an approximate range based on previous years’ trends for JEE Main Paper 2 (BArch and BPlanning):
Expected Cutoff for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2:
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Paper 2A - BArch) | Expected Cutoff (Paper 2B - BPlanning) |
| General | 95 - 105 | 95 - 105 |
| OBC-NCL | 85 - 95 | 85 - 95 |
| SC | 60 - 70 | 60 - 70 |
| ST | 50 - 60 | 50 - 60 |
| EWS | 90 - 100 | 90 - 100 |
How to Download JEE Main Provisional Answer Key
To download the provisional answer key for Paper 2 of JEE Main 2025, candidates can follow these simple steps:
1. Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the link for JEE Main Session 1 Paper 2 answer key.
3. The JEE Main Paper 2 BArch/BPlanning provisional answer key PDF will appear on the screen.
4. Download the key and save it for your reference.
5. Print a copy for further use.
As for the marking scheme of the JEE Main Paper 2, each Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) earns four marks for a correct answer, with a penalty of one mark for incorrect answers. Numerical value questions also provide four marks for correct responses, with no penalty for incorrect answers. The Drawing Test in the BArch exam consists of two questions, which are evaluated out of 100 marks.
In conclusion, candidates should be sure to check the provisional answer key for Paper 2 and raise any objections if necessary before the deadline. Once all objections are addressed, the final answer key will be released, providing clarity on the correct answers for the exam.
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