JEE Main Paper 2A B.Arch (Joint Entrance Examination Main - National Testing Agency)
Overview
JEE Main Paper 2A is the architecture paper of JEE Main, used for B.Arch admission at NITs, IIITs, SPAs and other centrally-funded institutions (IITs admit B.Arch via JEE Advanced + AAT). It is held in two sessions a year.
Exam Pattern
Mode:Computer-based (Mathematics & Aptitude) + offline drawing
Duration:180 minutes
Total Marks:400
Marking Scheme:+4 / -1 for objective sections; drawing evaluated separately
Sections
Mathematics
~25 Questions•100 Marks
Aptitude Test
~50 Questions•200 Marks
Drawing Test
2 Questions•100 Marks
Syllabus
Mathematics
- Class 11 & 12 NCERT mathematics
Aptitude
- 3D perception
- Awareness of places & buildings
- Visual reasoning
Drawing
- Sketching & composition
- Perspective drawing
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed/appearing Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (minimum 50%)
Important Dates
Session 1
January 2027 (tentative - confirm on the official website)
Session 2
April 2027 (tentative - confirm on the official website)
Application Process
- Register on jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Select Paper 2A (B.Arch)
- Pay the fee & download the admit card
💡 Preparation Tips
- Strengthen Class 11-12 maths
- Practise drawing & 3D visualisation
- Attempt both sessions to improve your score
❓ FAQs
Does this cover IITs?
No. IITs admit B.Arch through JEE Advanced followed by the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT).