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JEE Advanced 2020 Question Papers and Answer Keys; Download PDF

Shristy Kandwal

May 31, 2026

JEE Advanced 2020 was conducted on September 27, 2020, by IIT Delhi. JEE Advanced  2020 was held later than its usual schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 were conducted on the same day in computer-based test (CBT) mode and covered Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

JEE Advanced 2020 Question Paper and Answer Key PDFs

JEE Advanced 2020 AAT Question Paper and Answer Key PDF

AAT for B.Arch admissions at select IITs was conducted separately on October 8, 2020. It is an extra qualifying test for B.Arch Programs in IITSs after JEE Advanced

Relevance of JEE Advanced 2020–2016 Papers for Current Preparation

JEE Advanced papers from 2020 to 2016 provide a clear view of the exam's difficulty level, question style, and subject-wise trends. They remain useful for understanding the concepts and patterns that frequently appear in the examination.

  • Highlight recurring topics across PCM.
  • Reflect the actual difficulty level of JEE Advanced.
  • Showcase multi-concept and application-based questions.
  • Help understand question patterns and marking trends.
  • Familiarize students with the overall exam structure.

Also explore: JEE Advanced Mock Test to get to know the question pattern, important topics covered in the exam over the years

JEE Advanced 2020 Exam Pattern

JEE Advanced 2020 followed the standard two-paper structure, with both papers being compulsory. Each paper was three hours long and covered Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics through a mix of MCQs, numerical answer type, and integer type questions.

Particulars Paper 1 Paper 2
Exam Mode Online (CBT) Online (CBT)
Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Duration 3 Hours 3 Hours
Question Types MCQs, Numerical Answer Type, Integer Type MCQs, Numerical Answer Type, Integer Type
Status Compulsory Compulsory

JEE Advanced 2020 Paper Analysis

JEE Advanced 2020 was considered moderate to difficult overall. Paper 1 was relatively balanced, with Chemistry being the most manageable section across both papers. Paper 2 was more demanding. Mathematics had lengthy multi-step problems, and Physics required precise conceptual application.

Paper Difficulty Level Key Observations
Paper 1 Moderate to Difficult Balanced across subjects. Physics had a mix of numerical and concept-based questions. Chemistry was relatively more scoring. Mathematics was calculation-heavy with a focus on Calculus and Algebra.
Paper 2 Difficult More analytical overall. Mathematics and Physics were time-consuming. Several questions required connecting ideas from multiple chapters rather than applying a single direct method.

Note: Negative marking applies across question types. Attempting questions without reasonable confidence can reduce the final score

JEE Advanced 2020 Most Repeated Topics: Subject-Wise

JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 1 and Paper 2 show that certain chapters contributed a larger share of questions across all three subjects. These topics appeared repeatedly and formed the core of the paper's question distribution.

Subject Most Repeated Topics in JEE Advanced 2020
Mathematics Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors & 3D Geometry, Probability, Complex Numbers
Physics Mechanics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Modern Physics, Wave Optics
Chemistry Organic Chemistry (Reaction Mechanisms), Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, Thermodynamics, Chemical Equilibrium

JEE Advanced 2020 was largely centered around Calculus, Mechanics, and Organic Chemistry, with these areas contributing a significant number of questions across both papers.

JEE Advanced 2020 FAQs

Ques: Where can I find the JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 1 question paper with solutions?

Ans: Ans. Candidates can access the JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 1 question paper along with answer keys and detailed solutions from the PDF section provided above.

Ques: Is the JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 2 question paper available with answer keys?

Ans: Yes, the JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 2 question paper is available along with the corresponding answer key and solutions for performance analysis and practice.

Ques: Are JEE Advanced 2020 question papers available in Hindi and English?

Ans: Yes, both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of JEE Advanced 2020 were released in English and Hindi versions.

Ques: Does the JEE Advanced 2020 question paper include all three subjects?

Ans: Yes, both papers covered Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with questions designed to test conceptual understanding and problem-solving ability.

Ques: Can I use the JEE Advanced 2020 question paper as a mock test?

Ans: Yes, many aspirants use JEE Advanced 2020 Paper 1 and Paper 2 as full-length mock tests to evaluate their preparation and improve time management.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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