Electrostatics - JEE Main Previous Year Questions with Solutions
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(1) $\frac{\mathrm{q}}{2 \pi^{2} \varepsilon_{0} \mathrm{r}^{2}} \hat{\mathrm{j}}$ ( 2)$\frac{\mathrm{q}}{4 \pi^{2} \varepsilon_{0} \mathrm{r}^{2}} \hat{\mathrm{j}}$ $(3)-\frac{\mathrm{q}}{4 \pi^{2} \varepsilon_{0} \mathrm{r}^{2}} \hat{\mathrm{j}}$ (4) $-\frac{\mathrm{q}}{2 \pi^{2} \varepsilon_{0} \mathrm{r}^{2}} \hat{\mathrm{j}}$ [AIEEE - 2010]
[AIEEE - 2012]
(1) $\frac{\mathrm{Q}}{8 \pi \epsilon_{0} \mathrm{L}}$ (2) $\frac{3 \mathrm{Q}}{4 \pi \in_{0} \mathrm{L}}$ (3) $\frac{\mathrm{Q}}{4 \pi \epsilon_{0} \mathrm{L} \ln 2}$ (4) $\frac{\mathrm{Q} \ln 2}{4 \pi \epsilon_{0} \mathrm{L}}$ [JEE-Main-2013]
$\mathrm{V}_{\mathrm{A}}-\mathrm{V}_{0}=-10[8-0]=-80 \mathrm{V}$
(1) $\frac{2 Q}{\pi a^{2}}$ (2) $\frac{\mathrm{Q}}{2 \pi \mathrm{a}^{2}}$ (3) $\frac{\mathrm{Q}}{2 \pi\left(\mathrm{b}^{2}-\mathrm{a}^{2}\right)}$ (4) $\frac{2 \mathrm{Q}}{\pi\left(\mathrm{a}^{2}-\mathrm{b}^{2}\right)}$ [JEE-Main-2016]
[JEE-Main-2018]
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions.
Is electrostatics difficult for JEE Main?
Electrostatics is rated medium difficulty by most JEE toppers. The concepts are well-defined, and most questions follow predictable patterns (Gauss's Law, superposition, work-energy). The difficulty lies in vector handling and integration for non-uniform charge distributions. Solving 40–50 previous year questions with careful solution reading brings most students to 80%+ accuracy in this chapter.
What are the most important topics in electrostatics for JEE Main?
The five most important topics are: Gauss's Law and its applications, electric potential and potential energy, force and field due to charge distributions, electric dipole behaviour, and concentric conductor problems. Questions from these five areas have appeared in every year between 2009 and 2024 without exception.
How many questions come from electrostatics in JEE Main each year?
JEE Main typically includes 2–3 questions per session from electrostatics, based on NTA's official question papers from 2013 to 2024. With two sessions per year, you can expect 4–6 electrostatics questions across both attempts. This makes it one of the highest-scoring single chapters in JEE Main Physics.
Can I solve electrostatics JEE Main questions without NCERT?
Attempting JEE Main electrostatics without NCERT as a base is not advisable. NCERT Class 12 Physics Chapters 1 and 2 define the exact conceptual framework NTA tests. Around 30–40% of JEE Main electrostatics questions can be mapped directly to NCERT examples and exercises. Use NCERT Solutions for Class 12 Physics to complete this foundation before moving to advanced problems.
How does eSaral help in clearing electrostatics doubts for JEE Main?
eSaral's 5-layer doubt-solving system — taught by IIT Bombay faculty including AIR-41 rankers — ensures every student gets concept-level, problem-level, and exam-strategy-level support. Students in eSaral's JEE batches have access to topic-wise tests on electrostatics, video solutions for every previous year question, and live doubt sessions. This structured approach consistently produces students who score 12/12 in electrostatics.
What is the dimensional formula of ε₀ for JEE Main?
The dimensional formula of the permittivity of free space (ε₀) is $[M^{-1}L^{-3}T^4A^2]$. This is directly derived from Coulomb's Law: $F = \frac{q_1 q_2}{4\pi\epsilon_0 r^2}$, where F is in Newtons, q in Coulombs, and r in metres. This formula appeared as a direct question in AIEEE 2013 and is worth memorising.
How should I use previous year questions to prepare for JEE Main electrostatics?
First, study the theory from NCERT (Chapters 1 and 2 of Class 12 Physics). Then attempt each previous year question independently, check your solution against the worked answer, and note which step you missed. Group mistakes by type (sign error, wrong Gaussian surface, wrong formula). Revise those specific concept gaps before the next practice session.