JEE (Main) Maths is the Mathematics section of the Joint Entrance Examination (Main)—a national-level engineering entrance examination in India conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
The syllabus for JEE Maths is based on the CBSE classes 11 and 12 curriculum. In JEE Mains Maths, questions are asked from a wide range of topics, the most important topics of which are Three Dimensional Geometry; Calculus; Limits, Continuity and Differentiability; Coordinate Geometry and Functions.
Finding which book is best for JEE Mains Maths is easy. What you need is a book that has quick notes, quality practice multiple choice questions and JEE Mains Maths previous years’ questions (PYQ). If it has time-saving tips, that will give you an added advantage.
But if you are aiming for the top ranks, you should take offline or online JEE (Main) mock tests to complete your JEE Mains preparation.
At Target, we offer some of the best Maths books for JEE Mains that progressively improve your problem-solving skills. Our team of experienced educators ensure that the books are updated as per the latest syllabus. Plus they are easily available online or at any local bookstore.
Since JEE (Main) is conducted in CBT mode, we also offer the opportunity of taking online JEE (Main) online tests through our digital learning platform Quill - The Padhai App.
Target Publications’ Absolute Maths (Volumes I & II) and Challenger Maths (Volumes I & II) are considered the best MCQ books for JEE Mains. And with good reason. Because they carry a huge collection of subtopic-wise practice multiple choice questions—varying in pattern and difficulty level. In addition, they are packed with Previous Years’ JEE Questions, quick revision notes, tips and tricks.
Features | Description |
Tagged Previous Years’ Questions | Relevant questions from previous JEE (Main) exams have been provided |
Previous Years’ Question Papers | Get fully solved question papers from previous years with detailed solutions for tricky questions |
Short Theory | Including illustrated examples, this section will help in revising mathematical concepts |
List of Important Formulae | This section at the end of each chapter helps in last-minute revision and quick referencing. |
Concept Building Problems | These practice MCQs from the Challenger series are of different patterns and range from easy to difficult |
Practice Problems | Practice Problems in the Challenger series contain MCQs for revision |
Miscellaneous | These multiple choice questions in the Challenger Series cover concepts of varying sub-topics of the same chapter or from different chapters |
Problems to Ponder | Found in the Challenger series, these questions help students understand the application of various Mathematical concepts |
Answer Key | Answers to all the questions are provided |
Important Note | Highlights unique points about each topic |
Shortcuts | Comprises important formula-based short tricks that save time |
The JEE (Main) Numerical Value Type Questions (NVT) contain over 2,300 numerical problems. Its purpose is to give you ample practice so you can develop the essential problem-solving skills required for the JEE (Main) exam. The questions cover Mathematics, Physics as well as Chemistry.
To facilitate organized preparation, all the questions are categorized by chapter and topic. Additionally, the book offers Hints for the more challenging problems, a Caution section with helpful tips, and an Alternate Method that presents another approach to arriving at answers.
Knowing the chapter-wise weightage of topics in the JEE Main Maths syllabus will help you strategise, and therefore streamline your JEE Main preparation. You can set priorities and choose which topics to study first or devote more time to based on your strengths and weaknesses.
For candidates who might be running short on time, knowledge of weightage helps them focus on the most critical areas to at least secure a decent score, even if they can't cover the entire syllabus.
The best JEE Main Maths exam preparation strategy is to thoroughly understand the syllabus, practice consistently and focus on high-weightage topics. Start with foundational concepts then progressively work on more complex problems. Solve previous years' papers to understand the frequently asked questions/topics. Regularly take mock tests to improve time management and test-taking skills
Don’t forget to tailor your strategy to your strengths and weaknesses, continuously adapting as you progress.