Complete User Manual
Welcome to the most straightforward guide for the Brilliant Pala B.Arch / B.Planning Score Calculator (updated with 2026 marking scheme). Whether you’re a first-time user or a JEE aspirant aiming for top architecture/planning colleges, this manual walks you through every feature — from uploading your PDF to interpreting results — while ensuring theme compatibility and speed.
How to use the Brilliant Pala B.Arch/B.Plan calculator in 5 steps:
- 1. Get your official NTA response sheet (PDF format, after JEE Main Paper 2 exam).
- 2. Open the calculator at brilliantpala.org/rank-college-predictor/barch-bplan-calculator/
- 3. Click upload area → select your response sheet PDF (no server upload, local only).
- 4. Automatic parsing & marking — the tool applies +4/-1 scheme for MCQs and numericals.
- 5. Get section-wise breakdown + total score in seconds, private & secure.
| Question Type | Marking Rule (Official NTA) | Example |
|---|---|---|
| MCQ (Multiple Choice) | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect | Correct: +4 | Wrong: -1 |
| Numerical (SA / integer type) | +4 for exact match, -1 for incorrect | Exact answer: +4, else -1 |
| Unattempted / skipped | 0 (no negative marking) | Leave blank = 0 marks |
| Drawing / Aptitude* (if applicable) | Calculated per official key (PDF parse) | Auto-detected |
No file upload, no server storage — The calculator processes your NTA response sheet entirely within your browser using JavaScript. Your PDF never leaves your device, ensuring complete security for candidates. No data is stored, logged, or shared.
✅ Official NTA PDF format required. If the PDF layout matches the official response sheet, instant marks are displayed section‑wise.
1. Get your official response sheet
After JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan), NTA releases candidate-wise response sheets PDF. Download it from the official NTA website — only that PDF works with the calculator.
2. Upload PDF in one click
Visit the calculator page, click the upload zone, select your PDF. The tool instantly reads questions, marked answers, and the official answer key embedded in the file. No registration needed.
3. Automatic marking + scoring
Built with 2026 JEE marking scheme: +4 per correct answer, –1 for wrong attempts, 0 for unanswered. The calculator generates section-wise scores (Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing/Planning) instantly.
4. Understand your rank potential
Use the derived score to check previous year cutoffs, compare with college predictors, and estimate your percentile. Boost your B.Arch/B.Plan college shortlisting strategy.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough: Using the Brilliant Pala Calculator
The tool is designed for speed and transparency. Here’s exactly what you will see and how to maximize accuracy:
- PDF validation: Only official NTA response sheets are supported. If the PDF is corrupted or edited, the calculator notifies you.
- Section breakdown: After processing, you get separate marks for Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and (if B.Arch) Drawing / B.Planning based numericals.
- Total score (out of 400/400 for Paper 2): Instantly see your raw marks before NTA normalisation — helpful for self analysis.
- Copy & export: You can copy the final score or share with mentors for college predictor tools.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Marking scheme version | JEE Main 2026 (updated negative marking: +4/-1 for MCQs & numericals) |
| Data privacy | ✅ Local processing: PDF never uploaded. Remains in your browser. |
| Accuracy guarantee | Based on official NTA answer key inside PDF. Exact match parsing. |
| Supported exams | JEE Main Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Planning both). |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is the score calculation 100% accurate?
Yes, the calculator strictly follows the official NTA +4/-1 marking scheme for all objective and numerical questions. As long as the uploaded PDF is the official NTA response sheet with the embedded answer key, the score is guaranteed to match NTA evaluation. However, final results may vary if NTA changes normalization — but raw marks are perfectly accurate.
Is my PDF file stored on your servers?
No. Your privacy is the top priority. The PDF is parsed locally in your browser using JavaScript. No data is sent to Brilliant Pala’s servers or any third party. Once you refresh the page, all data disappears. We never store, share, or retain your response sheet.
Which PDF formats are supported?
Only the official NTA JEE Main Paper 2 response sheet PDF (the one released on jeemain.nta.nic.in). The layout and structure must be original; scanned or edited copies may not parse correctly. The tool instantly validates compatibility.
Can I use this for B.Planning (Paper 2) as well?
Absolutely — the calculator supports both B.Arch (Architecture) and B.Planning (Planning) sections. The marking pattern is identical for Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning based questions. Section-wise scores reflect the correct subject distribution.
How does the calculator handle unanswered or skipped questions?
Unattempted questions are awarded 0 marks (no negative marking). The algorithm marks only those answers where a response is recorded; blank responses are ignored, exactly as NTA does.
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