Are you curious about your competition in the JEE Mains 2024 exam? Do you want to know how many other students are vying for those coveted IIT seats? The large number of applicants can feel overwhelming, but understanding the size of the applicant pool is important.
This article gives you the exact numbers for the JEE Mains 2024 applicants. Get ready to find out how many students you competed against this year.
How Many Candidates Applied for JEE Mains 2025
In 2025, a total of 15,39,848 students registered for the JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) exam, out of which 14,75,103 candidates appeared. This includes around 9.73 lakh male and 5.01 lakh female participants across all categories.
Gender/Category-wise distribution of candidates registered for JEE Mains 2025
| Gender | General | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
| Male | 3,76,360 | 1,06,586 | 1,04,023 | 34,642 | 3,92,912 | 10,14,523 |
| Female | 1,99,546 | 50,454 | 51,079 | 17,096 | 2,07,149 | 5,25,324 |
| Third Gender | – | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Total | 5,75,907 | 1,57,040 | 1,55,102 | 51,738 | 6,00,061 | 15,39,848 |
Shift Wise Registered and Appeared Students in JEE Main 2025
| Day | Date of Examination | Shift | Registered Candidates | Appeared Candidates | % Attendance |
| Day 1 | 02 April 2025 | Shift 1 | 1,17,677 | 1,08,420 | 92.13% |
| Day 1 | 02 April 2025 | Shift 2 | 1,17,734 | 1,09,135 | 92.70% |
| Day 2 | 03 April 2025 | Shift 1 | 1,17,809 | 1,09,209 | 92.70% |
| Day 2 | 03 April 2025 | Shift 2 | 1,17,753 | 1,10,090 | 93.49% |
| Day 3 | 04 April 2025 | Shift 1 | 1,17,851 | 1,10,373 | 93.65% |
| Day 3 | 04 April 2025 | Shift 2 | 1,18,326 | 1,11,496 | 94.23% |
| Day 4 | 07 April 2025 | Shift 1 | 1,18,100 | 1,10,723 | 93.75% |
| Day 4 | 07 April 2025 | Shift 2 | 1,18,677 | 1,11,826 | 94.23% |
| Day 5 | 08 April 2025 | Shift 2 | 1,17,913 | 1,11,078 | 94.20% |
How Many Candidates Applied for JEE Mains 2024
This year saw a record number of students sign up for the JEE Mains. We’ll look at the exact numbers and what they mean.
Number of candidates registered and appeared for JEE Main 2024
| Number of common candidates registered in all the Two (January/April) Sessions of JEE (Main) – 2024 for Paper 2. | 99086 |
| Number of common candidates appeared in all the Two (January/April) Sessions of JEE (Main) – 2024 for Paper 2 | 71009 |
| Number of candidates registered in B.Arch (Session 2) for JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 73362 |
| Number of candidates appeared in B.Arch (Session 2) for JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 36707 |
| Number of candidates registered in B.Planning (Session 2) for JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 38105 |
| Number of candidates appeared in B.Planning (Session 2) for JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 16228 |
Gender/ Category wise distribution of candidates Registered in both Sessions: –
| GENDER | GENERAL | GEN-EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PWD | Total |
| Male | 19136 | 5550 | 20213 | 7085 | 3213 | 248 | 55197 |
| Female | 16680 | 3330 | 17128 | 4626 | 2123 | 122 | 43887 |
| Third Gender | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||||
| Total | 35817 | 8881 | 37341 | 11711 | 5336 | 370 | 99086 |
Gender/ Category wise distribution of candidates who Appeared in both Sessions: –
| GENDER | GENERAL | GEN-EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PWD | Total |
| Male | 12466 | 4549 | 14838 | 4655 | 2265 | 164 | 38773 |
| Female | 11774 | 2736 | 12797 | 3370 | 1559 | 98 | 32236 |
| Third Gender | |||||||
| Total | 24240 | 7285 | 27635 | 8025 | 3824 | 262 | 71009 |
Number of candidates registered and appeared for JEE Main 2024
| Number of common candidates Registered in both sessions (January/April) of the JEE Main 2024 | 9,24,636 |
| Number of common candidates Appeared in both sessions (January/April) of the JEE Main 2024 exam | 8,22,899 |
| Number of candidates registered in January 2024 Session 1 exam | 12,21,624 |
| Number of candidates who appeared in the January 2024 Session 1 exam | 11,70,048 |
| Number of candidates registered in April 2024 exam | 11,79,569 |
| Number of candidates who appeared in the April Session exam | 10,67,959 |
| Total number of Unique Candidates Registered in both Sessions (January/April) of the JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 14,76,557 |
| Total Number of Unique Candidates Appeared in both Sessions (January/April) of the JEE (Main) – 2024 Examination | 14,15,110 |
Gender-wise distribution of Registered Candidates for JEE Main session 1
| Male Candidates | 8,24,945 |
| Female Candidates | 4,06,920 |
| Third-Gender Candidates | 9 |
Gender-wise distribution of Registered Candidates for JEE Main 2024 session 2
| Male Candidates | 8,06,045 |
| Female Candidates | 3,73,515 |
| Third-Gender Candidates | 9 |
Category-wise Distribution of Registered Candidates for JEE Main 2024 session 1
| General | 4,16,086 |
| EWS | 1,54,840 |
| OBC-NCL | 4,98,179 |
| SC | 1,21,394 |
| ST | 41,375 |
Category-wise Distribution of Registered Candidates for JEE Main 2024 Session 2
| General | 4,19,114 |
| EWS | 1,42,564 |
| OBC-NCL | 4,58,782 |
| SC | 1,17,778 |
| ST | 41,331 |
JEE Main 2024 Paper 1 Distribution of Appeared Candidates
| Shift | Gender | Students appeared | Total | |
| January 27 | 1 | Male | 82371 | 122187 |
| Female | 39816 | |||
| 2 | Male | 85659 | 125272 | |
| Female | 39613 | |||
January 29 | 1 | Male | 82589 | 122323 |
| Female | 39734 | |||
| 2 | Male | 84089 | 124848 | |
| Female | 40759 | |||
| January 30 | 1 | Male | 80761 | 121798 |
| Female | 41037 | |||
| 2 | Male | 80936 | 121028 | |
| Female | 40092 | |||
| January 31 | 1 | Male | 83389 | 125094 |
| Female | 41705 | |||
| 2 | Male | 81088 | 120917 | |
| Female | 39829 | |||
| February 1 | 1 | Male | 81237 | 121205 |
| Female | 39968 | |||
| 2 | Male | 78568 | 116952 | |
| Female | 38384 |
JEE Main 2024 Paper 1 Distribution of Appeared Candidates for session 2
| Shift | Registered candidates | Students appeared | Percentage | |
| April 4 | 1 | 118246 | 105288 | 89.04 |
| 2 | 118160 | 105795 | 89.54 | |
| April 5 | 1 | 118255 | 106970 | 90.46 |
| 2 | 118161 | 107160 | 90.69 | |
| April 6 | 1 | 118378 | 107635 | 90.92 |
| 2 | 118084 | 107494 | 91.03 | |
| April 8 | 1 | 117867 | 106992 | 90.77 |
| 2 | 117437 | 106952 | 91.07 | |
| April 9 | 1 | 118169 | 107254 | 90.76 |
| 2 | 116812 | 106419 | 91.10 |
After we look at the numbers, we’ll see how the tests went this year.
Impact on Cutoff and Selection
The increased participation in JEE Mains 2025 is likely to impact the cutoff scores and selection process. The qualifying JEE Main 2025 cutoffs are as follows:
| Category | 2025 Cutoffs |
| General/UR | 93.10 |
| EWS/Gen-EWS | 80.38 |
| OBC-NCL | 79.43 |
| SC | 61.15 |
| ST | 47.90 |
| PwD/UR-PwD | 0.0079 |
These cutoff scores are higher compared to previous years, indicating that students will need to score higher marks to qualify for JEE Advanced and secure admissions in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
The increased competition may also lead to higher cutoff scores for specific branches of study, particularly in popular fields like computer science and information technology. Students aspiring for these branches may need to score even higher marks to secure a seat.
Moreover, the higher cutoff scores may result in a larger pool of qualified candidates, making the selection process more competitive. Students will need to perform exceptionally well in JEE Advanced and the subsequent counselling rounds to secure a seat in their desired institute and branch.
For students getting ready for JEE Mains, here’s what you need to know.
Advice for JEE Mains Students
JEE Mains is a difficult exam. You will compete with many other students. This can feel scary. But remember, you are not alone. Many students feel the same way. Focus on your goals. You can do it if you work hard. Don’t compare yourself to others. Just try to be better than you were yesterday.
Preparation Tips:
Here are some tips to help you study:
- Make a schedule: Plan your study time. Stick to your plan. This will help you stay on track.
- Understand the concepts: Don’t just memorise. Try to understand why things work the way they do.
- Practice regularly: Solve lots of problems. This will help you get better at solving problems quickly.
- Take breaks: Don’t study for too long without a break. Your brain needs rest to learn well.
- Ask for help: If you don’t understand something, ask your teacher or a friend.
Resources:
There are many resources available to help you study for JEE Mains. Here are a few good ones:
- NCERT textbooks: These are the most important books for JEE Mains. Make sure you understand everything in these books.
- Previous year’s question papers: Solving these papers will help you understand the exam pattern and the types of questions that are asked.
- Coaching classes: If you can afford it, coaching classes can be a good way to get help from experts.
- Online resources: There are many websites and apps that offer JEE Mains preparation material.
Mental Well-being:
Studying for JEE Mains can be stressful. It’s important to take care of your mental health. Here are some tips:
- Get enough sleep: Sleep helps your brain learn and remember information.
- Eat healthy food: A healthy diet gives you the energy you need to study.
- Exercise regularly: Exercise helps reduce stress and improve your mood.
- Talk to someone: If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, talk to a friend, family member, or counsellor.
Conclusion
This year, many students applied for JEE Mains. The exam authorities will announce the exact number soon. JEE Mains is an important exam. It helps students get admission to top engineering colleges.
The competition is high. But, with hard work and good preparation, students can do well. Keep checking for more news and updates on JEE Mains 2024. Good luck to all applicants!
