JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2027 (B.Arch & B.Planning): Marks, Sections & Marking Scheme

The JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch) exam pattern has 77 questions for 400 marks - Mathematics 25 questions (20 MCQ + 5 numerical, 100 marks), Aptitude Test 50 MCQs (200 marks), and Drawing Test 2 questions (100 marks).

B.Planning (Paper 2B) replaces Drawing with 25 Planning MCQs for 100 questions / 400 marks. The exam runs 3 hours, with +4 for a correct answer and −1 for a wrong one on all objective questions (MCQ and numerical); the Drawing Test is evaluated separately.

(Source - JEE Main Official Website)

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Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Main Paper 2 is divided into two formats - Paper 2A for B.Arch and Paper 2B for B.Planning, each having a distinct structure, question distribution, and evaluation method. 

In this guide, you will find a detailed breakdown of the JEE Main Paper 2 marking scheme, sections & questions, official NTA guidelines, comparison between Paper 2A and Paper 2B, and important updates for the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern 2027.

What is the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2027?

The JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern defines the structure of the entrance exam for architecture and planning aspirants conducted by NTA. JEE Main Paper 2 is divided into Paper 2A (B.Arch) and Paper 2B (B.Planning).

Paper 2A (B.Arch) consists of three sections - Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing

Paper 2B (B.Plan)  includes Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning-based questions.

Total marks, mode of examination, section-wise marks distribution, etc. as prescribed in the official NTA Information Bulletin:

• There are 2 types of JEE Main Paper 2 - 2A & 2B
• JEE Main Paper 2 will be conducted separately for 400 marks each.
• Paper 2A will have 77 questions and 2B will have 100 questions
• Both Paper 2A and Paper 2B has negative marking for wrong answers (+4 for right answer & -1 for wrong)
• The exam shall be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.

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JEE Main Paper 2 Exam in 2027 is also expected to take place in two sessions like the last cycle of 2026. Session 1 dates are announced - 22-24 and 28-30 January 2027.

As per the official JEE Main NTA website, the JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 exam pattern for both B.Arch and B.Plan is as follows:

Paper	Mode of Exam	Total Marks	Sections	Marks Per Section	Number of Questions	Marking Scheme
JEE Main Paper 2A (B.Arch)	Maths + Aptitude in CBT mode Drawing in offline mode	400	Mathematics 25 questions (20 MCQ + 5 Numerical) Aptitude (50 MCQs) Drawing (2 questions)	Maths - 25 questions x 4 marks = 100 marks Aptitude - 50 questions x 4 marks = 200 marks Drawing - 2 questions x 50 marks each = 100 marks	77	+4 for correct MCQs & NAT questions -1 for incorrect MCQs & NAT questions
JEE Main Paper 2B (B.Planning)	CBT mode only	400	Mathematics 25 questions (20 MCQ + 5 Numerical) Aptitude (50 MCQs) Planning (25 planning MCQs)	Maths - 25 questions x 4 marks = 100 marks Aptitude - 50 questions x 4 marks = 200 marks Planning - 25 questions x 4 marks each = 100 marks	100	+4 for correct MCQs & NAT questions -1 for incorrect MCQs & NAT questions

The best way to internalize this structure is to solve a real paper - start with the JEE B.Arch 2025 question paper.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 Exam Pattern - Overview

• There are 2 types of JEE Main Paper 2 - 2A & 2B
• JEE Main Paper 2 will be conducted separately for 400 marks each.
• Paper 2A will have 77 questions and 2B will have 100 questions
• Both Paper 2A and Paper 2B has negative marking for wrong answers
• The exam shall be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.

How Students Can Verify the Official JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2027

1. Visit the official NTA portal: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on “Information Bulletin” / “Candidate Information”
3. Download the latest JEE Main brochure PDF
4. Refer to the Paper 2 (B.Arch) exam pattern section for exact structure and marking scheme

This ensures students are following the most accurate and updated JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern 2027.

Once your form is submitted, you’ll download your hall ticket a few days before the exam - here’s how to download the JEE Main Paper 2 admit card.

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JEE Main Paper 2A Exam Pattern 2027 - B.Arch

As per the official brochure, the 2027 B. Arch entrance exam will mainly test your mathematics, aptitude, and drawing skills.

The JEE Main B.Arch exam will have 77 questions, including 25 questions (20 MCQs & 5 Numerical Value Questions) from mathematics syllabus, 50 questions from aptitude, and two questions on drawing. The mathematics and aptitude exam will be computer-based, while the drawing section will be pen and paper based.

Each question carries four marks, and there is negative marking for Sections A and B of the mathematics section.

Particulars	JEE Mains Paper 2 Pattern 2027 Details
Mode of Examination	Computer-based examination except for Drawing section in B.Arch
Medium of Examination	13 languages
Duration of Examination	3 hours for general, 4 hours for PwD aspirants
Number of Sections	Total 3: Mathematics Aptitude test Drawing test
Type of Questions	Mathematics - Multiple-choice questions and questions with numerical values as answers;
	Aptitude - Multiple-choice questions
	Drawing - Drawing aptitude
Number of questions	77
Total Marks for JEE Mains Paper 2	400 Marks

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JEE Main Paper 2 A B.Arch Pattern 2027 - Sections, Number of Questions & Total Marks 

Check out the table below to know the detailed marking scheme for the B. Arch program:

JEE Main Paper 2A (B. Arch)
Question Distribution Paper 2 (2027)	Subject	Number of Questions	Marks
	Part I: Mathematics	20 (Section A) and 05 (Section B)	100
	Part II: Aptitude test	50	200
	Part III: Drawing Test	02	100
	Total	77	400

JEE Main Paper 2 Marking Scheme 2027 - B.Arch 

Question Type	Correct Answer	Incorrect Answer	Un-attempted
MCQ	+4	-1	0
Numerical (NAT)	+4	-1	0
Drawing Questions	Evaluated on creativity, composition, accuracy	—	—

Method of determining merit:

• Conversion of the raw score in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, and total into NTA Scores.
• Overall merit shall be prepared by merging the NTA Scores of both shifts of the two sessions.

All information related to the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern 2027 is based on the official guidelines released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in the JEE Main Information Bulletin.

Since Drawing carries 100 marks with no negative marking, practice with our important JEE Main Paper 2 drawing questions.

JEE Main Paper 2 Tie Breaking Procedure (B.Arch) 

When two or more candidates score the same total marks in JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch), the National Testing Agency (NTA) applies a tie breaking procedure to decide the final rank. This process compares section-wise performance in a fixed order until the tie is resolved.

Understanding the JEE Main Paper 2 tie breaking procedure helps students know which section carries more ranking importance.

Tie-Break Level	Comparison Rule	What It Means for Students
Level 1	Higher marks in Mathematics section	Candidate with better Maths score gets higher rank
Level 2	Higher marks in Aptitude section	If Maths is equal, Aptitude score is compared
Level 3	Higher marks in Drawing section	If still tied, Drawing marks are compared
Level 4	Fewer incorrect answers in the exam	Candidate with better accuracy ranks higher
Level 5	Older candidate (date of birth)	Senior candidate gets preference
Level 6	Application number / random process (if needed)	Used only if tie still remains

How these section marks convert into a rank and a seat depends on the JEE Main Paper 2 cut-off.

Common Student Doubts on JEE Main B Arch 2027 Exam Pattern Tie Breaking Policy:

1. Does Drawing marks affect tie-breaking in JEE Main Paper 2?
Yes. If both Maths and Aptitude scores are equal, Drawing marks are used to break the tie.

2. Is percentile used for tie breaking in JEE Main Paper 2?
No. Tie-breaking is based on section-wise marks and accuracy, not percentile.

3. Are tie-breaking rules same every year?
Yes. As per official NTA brochures, the JEE Main Paper 2 tie breaking procedure remains consistent unless officially revised.

With Session 1 confirmed for January 2027, keep an eye on the full schedule on our JEE Main Paper 2 exam dates page.

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JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 B Exam Pattern - B.Planning

To pursue a B.Planning program, you appear for JEE Main Paper 2B. It has 100 questions for 400 marks across three computer-based sections - Mathematics - 25 questions (20 MCQ + 5 numerical, all compulsory, 100 marks), Aptitude - 50 MCQs (200 marks), and Planning - 25 MCQs (100 marks).

Every question carries +4 for a correct answer and −1 for a wrong one; there is no Drawing Test in B.Planning.

Particulars	JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern Details
Mode of Examination	Computer-based examination
Medium of Examination	13 languages
Duration of Examination	3 hours for general, 4 hours for PwD aspirants
Number of Sections	Total 3: Mathematics Aptitude test Planning test
Type of Questions	Mathematics - Multiple-choice questions and questions with numerical values as answers
	Aptitude - Multiple-choice questions
	Planning - Multiple-choice questions
Number of Questions	100 Questions
JEE Paper 2 Total Marks	400 Marks

Once you know the structure, focus your effort on the most important topics for JEE Main Paper 2 to use your time efficiently.

JEE Main Paper 2 B Exam Pattern 2027: Number of Questions, Section-Wise Weightage & Marking Scheme (B.Plan)

According to the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern, the mathematics section includes 30 questions (20 MCQs and ten numerical value questions), 50 questions from aptitude, and 25 questions from the planning section.

The exam is for 400 marks. In the mathematics section, you have to attempt only 25 questions out of 30.

The below table explains the marking scheme for the B.Planning course. As per the JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern, you can attempt five out of 10 numerical questions in the mathematics section.

Paper 2B (B. Planning)
Subject-wise distribution of Questions, Total	Subject	Number of Questions	Marks
	Part-I: Mathematics	20 (Section A) and 05 (Section B)	100
Number of Questions, and Marks	Part-II: Aptitude Test	50	200
	Part-III: Planning	25	100
	Total	100	400

Marking Scheme for B.Plan - JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2027

Question Type	Correct Answer	Incorrect Answer	Unattempted
MCQ	+4	-1	0
Numerical (NAT)	+4	-1	0

Method of determining merit:

• Conversion of the raw score in Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test, and total into NTA Scores.
• Overall merit shall be prepared by merging the NTA Scores of both shifts of the two sessions.

All information related to the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern 2027 is based on the official guidelines released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in the JEE Main Information Bulletin.

To see how difficulty has shifted across years, read our analysis of JEE Main Paper 2 trends.

JEE Main 2027 B. Planning Exam Pattern: Tie-Breaking Procedure

If you and other aspirants score the same marks in the B. planning exam, the NTA will follow the tie-breaking procedure as explained below while preparing the merit list:

• Authorities will consider those who have NTA Scores in the mathematics section.
• High NTA Score in the aptitude section.
• High NTA Score in the planning-based questions.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in all subjects of the test.
• NTA will consider the ones with the slightest wrong answers in the aptitude test.
• The one with fewer wrong answers is in the mathematics section.
• The one with fewer wrong answers in the planning-based questions.
• Those who are older will be given first preference.
• Application number in ascending order.

Aptitude carries the most marks in the paper, so drill it early with our JEE Main Paper 2 aptitude questions.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 Negative Marking

Sections A and B of the mathematics section will also have negative marking forms this year.

• For every correct answer, you will be awarded +4 marks.
• For every wrong question, you will lose a -1 mark.
• No marks will be awarded or detected for un-attempted questions.
• If the question is incorrect or dropped, candidates will be awarded four marks (+4) for all who attempted it.
• Candidates are advised to use the constants provided (if any) in the questions for their calculations and round off the answer to the nearest integer.

JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 Exam Pattern: Language Medium of Paper

The JEE Main Paper 2 exam is conducted in 13 languages per the revised JEE paper 2 pattern. Check out the table below to know the medium of the JEE Main Paper 2 Question Paper.

Language	Exam Centres
English	All Examination Centres
Hindi	All Exam Centres in India
English and Assamese	Exam Centres in Assam
English and Bengali	Exam Centres in West Bengal, Tripura and Andaman & Nicobar Island
English and Gujarati	Exam Centres in Gujarat, Daman, Diu, Dadra, and Nagar Haveli
English and Kannada	Exam Centres in Karnataka
English and Marathi	Exam Centres in Maharashtra
English and Malayalam	Exam Centres in Kerala and Lakshadweep
English and Odia	Exam Centres in Odisha
English and Punjabi	Exam Centres in Punjab, Chandigarh, and Delhi
English and Tamil	Exam Centres in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar Island
English and Telugu	Exam Centres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
English and Urdu	All Exam Centres in India

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Tips to Improve Your JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 Preparation

For students targeting JEE Main 2027 Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Plan), understanding the revised exam pattern, including the new negative marking scheme, is crucial. This guide focuses on strategic preparation for JEE Main and effective resource utilization to ace the exam.

• Familiarize with JEE Paper 2 Pattern: Know the structure for B.Arch and B.Plan, emphasizing mathematics, aptitude, and drawing/planning sections.
• Study Material: Utilize recommended books and digital resources. Practice with previous years' papers and sample questions.
• Mock Tests: Regularly simulate exam conditions with mock tests to improve time management and identify weak areas.
• Revision: Allocate time for revising concepts and clearing doubts. Use study groups for a more interactive learning experience.
• Well-being: Maintain a balanced diet, adequate sleep, and manage stress to ensure peak performance during preparation and exams.

Ideal Section-wise Time Allocation for JEE Main Paper 2 Exam 2027:

Section	Suggested Time Allocation
Mathematics	60-70 minutes
Aptitude	70-80 minutes
Drawing	60-70 minutes
Buffer / Review	10 minutes
Total	180 minutes

JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch) Exam Pattern - Comparison with Previous Years

Exam Feature	2025 (Official Brochure)	2026 (Official Brochure)	2027 (Expected)	Change Observed
Exam Name	JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch)	JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch)	JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch)	No change
Conducting Authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)	National Testing Agency (NTA)	National Testing Agency (NTA)	No change
Exam Duration	3 Hours (180 minutes)	3 Hours (180 minutes)	3 Hours (180 minutes)	No change
Mode of Exam	CBT (Maths + Aptitude), Offline (Drawing)	CBT (Maths + Aptitude), Offline (Drawing)	CBT (Maths + Aptitude), Offline (Drawing)	No change
Total Sections	3 (Maths, Aptitude, Drawing)	3 (Maths, Aptitude, Drawing)	3 (Maths, Aptitude, Drawing)	No change
Mathematics Questions	25 (20 MCQs + 5 NAT)	25 (20 MCQs + 5 NAT)	25 (20 MCQs + 5 NAT)	No change
Aptitude Questions	50 MCQs	50 MCQs	50 MCQs	No change
Drawing Questions	2 subjective	2 subjective	2 subjective	No change
Total Questions	77	77	77	No change
Total Marks	400	400	400	No change
Marking Scheme (Objective)	+4 / −1	+4 / −1	+4 / −1	No change
Marking (Numerical / NAT)	+4 / −1	+4 / −1	+4 / −1	Negative marking applies to the numerical section

Has the JEE Main Paper 2 exam pattern changed in 2027?

The official 2027 brochure has not been released yet by NTA. However, the Paper 2 (B.Arch) exam pattern for 2027 is expected to remain the same as previous years in terms of sections, number of questions, marking scheme, and exam duration.

Students can confidently prepare using previous year JEE Main Paper 2 papers and pattern strategy.

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Key Takeaways

• The JEE Main 2027 exam for Paper 2 has undergone significant modifications, most notably the addition of negative marking in Section B for both the B.Arch and B.Plan programs.
• Understanding the entire JEE main paper 2 exam pattern, which includes the type and number of questions, the marking scheme, and the medium of paper, is essential for candidates who want to do well.
• As the exam approaches, applicants must use resources such as study materials, live classes, and mock tests to improve their preparation and adapt to changes in the pattern to maximize their success.

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