11 lakh students attempt JEE Main's exam for 17,385 IIT seats

JEE Main's January 2023 session exceeded 11 lakh registrations despite earlier doubts over leaks and deferment demands. Attendance neared 98% showcasing high competition chasing limited IIT seats, which is 17,385 across India. While 2.5 lakh progress for advanced tests, critics note better sync between national-level exam calendars can de-stress students balancing board exam prep alongside.