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What is JEE Main and why is it conducted?

JEE Main 03 Jan 2026

Overview and purpose of the examination.

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Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture, and planning programs in India. It serves as the primary eligibility test for admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and several state-funded and private engineering colleges. Additionally, JEE Main is the qualifying examination for JEE Advanced, which is required for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).

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