JEE Paper 2B for B.Plan Exam

The JEE Paper 2B for B.Plan exam is a national-level entrance test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for students aspiring to pursue a Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) degree at premier institutes in India. As urban development and sustainable planning gain importance, the demand for skilled planning professionals continues to grow. This specialized paper within the JEE Main framework assesses candidates on mathematics, aptitude, and planning-based knowledge.

Mode of Examination

JEE Paper 2B for B.Plan is conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode across multiple centers in India. This online exam is part of the JEE Main conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) and is specifically designed for students seeking admission to Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) programs in reputed architecture and planning institutes across the country.

The exam is held twice a year—usually in January and April—giving students two attempts to improve their scores. Along with the syllabus, people who want to take the JEE Main should also study past question papers. You may get an idea of how challenging the JEE Main test is, how the questions are set up, and how much weight each field gets by reviewing old question papers.

Dates of Examination

The important dates for the JEE B.Plan exam are typically announced on the official NTA JEE Main website.

Below is a tentative schedule:

January Session

Registration: November to December
Admit Card Release: Early January
Exam Dates: Mid to late January

April Session

Registration: February to March
Admit Card Release: Early April
Exam Dates: Mid to late April

Students are advised to regularly check the official JEE Main website for the latest updates.

Eligibilty Criteria

To attempt the JEE Main Paper 2B:

You must have passed Class 12 or equivalent in 2023, 2024, or appearing in 2025.
Physics, chemistry, and math must be core topics of your qualifying exam.
The minimum marks in PCM are 50% for everyone else and 45% for SC/ST/PwD.
There is no age limit, but applicants must meet other NTA standards and give proof that they are qualified.
If you are in the general group and want to take JEE Advanced, you must also get the required percentile in JEE Mains Paper 1.

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Exam Pattern and Syllabus

JEE Paper 2B tests your grasp of Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning. The breakdown is:

Section	Questions	Marks/Questions	Total Marks
Mathematics	30 (MCQ and Numerical Value)	+4/-1	120
Aptitude Tests	50 MCQs	+4/-1	200
Planning	20 (MCQ and Case-based)	+4/-1	80
Total	100	–	400

Important Parts of the Syllabus

Mathematics: Subjects covered include sets, functions, algebra (including quadratic equations and sequences), calculus (including limits, derivatives, and integrals), coordinate geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and probability.
Skills: Being able to picture 3D objects, recognizing patterns, having general knowledge (like the history of building), and having good mental health.
Planning: Basics of urban and rural planning, site planning, layout design, environmental planning, current problems in planning, and public infrastructure.
The whole test lasts for three hours. There is negative marking: –1 for each MCQ that is wrong. If you get a number question wrong, you don't get marked down.

This system makes sure that problem-solving, analytical, and domain-specific skills are tested equally.

How to Download JEE Main Paper 2 Scorecard

Once results are declared:

Visit nta.ac.in and click “JEE Main Results”.
Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin.
Click “Submit” to view your scorecard.
Download and print multiple copies.”

Your scorecard displays your sectional and total NTA scores, All India Rank (AIR), and qualifying status for admissions and JEE Advanced (if applicable).

Counseling and Admissions

Admissions to B.Plan programs based on JEE Main Paper 2B scores are managed through:

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) for NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and centrally funded universities.
CSAB for special rounds/leftover seats.
State counseling authorities for state-level colleges that accept JEE Main scores.

Steps for Counseling:

Sign up: Make a JoSAA account and put in your personal information.
Choice Filling: Choose the schools or programs you want from the list of options.
Choice Locking: Make up your mind about your decisions before the deadline.
Seat Allocation: Based on rank, reservations, and choices.
Report to the Institute: Verify your documents and pay your fees at the college you were assigned.

Keep your record, admit card, Class 12 marksheet, and category/PWD certificate handy in case they need to be checked.

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FAQs About JEE Paper 2B for B.Plan Exam:

What is JEE Main Paper 2B?

It's the national test to get into B. Plan, and it covers math, aptitude, and planning.

How is Paper 2B different from 2A?

Paper 2A is for B.Arch (includes a drawing section); Paper 2B is for B.Plan (no drawing).

What’s the application fee?

Fees depend on the type of paper and the number of them. For the full fee schedule, see the NTA Information Bulletin.

Can 12th stream students other than PCM apply?

Not at all. You should have learned math, physics, and chemistry in 12th grade.

Is there any normalization of scores?

Yes. To make scores the same across classes for JEE Main, NTA uses percentile normalization.

Are calculators allowed?

No. Only a virtual on-screen calculator is provided.

How many attempts are allowed?

As long as you pass Class 12, you can take JEE Main four times in two years.

What is the cutoff for top NITs?

The cutoffs change every year. For the B.Plan, the opening AIR for the general category is usually between 1500 and 2500, but this depends on the school and seat matrix.

Can I change my exam city?

Yes, during the application correction window, based on availability.

How do I prepare for planning questions?

Read through NTA's example and old papers, learn about urban and rural planning theory, and practice case-based questions from afdindia’s mock tests.