JEE Advanced 2025 Paper Analysis Out

Introduction

The JEE Advanced 2025 examination was held on 18^th May 2025 conducted by IIT Kanpur. Paper 1 concluded at 12 PM, and Paper 2 started from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The examination day has officially come to an end, and we have released the detailed analysis of Paper 1 and Paper 2. With the analysis, candidates can get an idea about their performance and what to expect from the paper. The aspirants can also review the past year's analysis to understand the JEE Advanced exam pattern, marking scheme, and difficulty levels.

JEE Advanced 2025 Paper Analysis Overview:

The JEE Advanced 2025 follows a similar pattern to previous years, with no major changes. Paper 1 was considered moderately difficult, with Chemistry and Physics offering a significant level of challenge, while Mathematics, as always, proved to be the toughest among all subjects. Paper 2 was also moderately challenging; the level of the Physics section ranged from moderate to tough, Chemistry was moderately difficult, and Mathematics remained tough. Several candidates believed that Paper 1 was more challenging than Paper 2. There was negative marking for single and multiple-choice questions, while numerical questions had no negative marking.

JEE Advanced 2025 Question Pattern & Marking Scheme - Paper 1

Based on the exam format, Paper 1 included a total of 48 questions, divided equally among Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with each subject featuring 16 questions. The paper has a total of 180 marks, with each subject accounting for 60 marks. The exam tested not only the conceptual understanding of students but also their ability to apply concepts across varied question types.

JEE Advance 2025 Paper 1 Difficulty Level

See the following table and get insights on the difficulty level of each subject for JEE Advanced Paper 1.

JEE Advanced 2025 Question Pattern & Marking Scheme - Paper 2

Paper 2 of the JEE Advanced 2025 exam followed a similar structure to Paper 1. It comprised a total of 48 questions, with an equal distribution of 16 questions each in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The paper was designed for a total of 180 marks, allocating 60 marks per subject. This balanced format aimed to assess students' in-depth understanding and problem-solving skills across all three core subjects.

JEE Advanced Paper 2: Difficulty Level

Below is the information related to the difficulty level of each subject of JEE Advanced.

JEE Advanced 2025: What was different this year?

Paper 1 was easy, and Paper 2 turned out to be lengthy and more difficult. As quoted by the Indian Express, “This year, each paper had 48 questions—16 from each subject—which is a shift from last year’s 17 questions per subject. The total marks for each paper remained unchanged at 180, summing up to 360 marks for both papers combined. Another shift was the increase in the number of integer-type (numerical) questions, particularly in Paper 2”.

Conclusion

The JEE Advanced 2025 examination maintained its reputation for testing students’ in-depth conceptual understanding and problem-solving abilities. This year’s paper presented a balanced mix of theoretical questions and application-based problems across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. While some sections, particularly Mathematics, were reported as relatively tougher, Chemistry was seen as more formula-driven and direct. Physics offered a moderate difficulty level with a strong emphasis on core concepts.

Overall, JEE Advanced 2025 reinforced the importance of a clear conceptual foundation, consistent practice, and time management. Students who adopted a strategic approach and focused on understanding rather than rote learning were better positioned to handle the exam's challenges. As always, thorough preparation, a calm mindset, and adaptability played key roles in performance. This analysis should serve as a useful reference for future aspirants aiming to fine-tune their preparation strategies for this highly competitive examination.

FAQs

1.      What was the most difficult subject of the JEE Advanced 2025 paper 1 and paper 2?

Mathematics was found to be the most difficult and lengthy in both paper 1 and paper 2.

2.      Can I refer to the previous year's analysis for the 2026 exam preparation?

For JEE Advanced 2026 examination preparation you can simply refer to the previous year analysis.