JEE Main Question Paper with Solutions: Download Latest & Previous Year JEE Papers PDF
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
JEE Main CSAB special counselling
22 Jul '26 - 18 Aug '26
JEE Main Question Papers: The latest and previous year JEE Main papers provide insight into exam patterns, marking schemes, and difficulty levels. Candidates must download the JEE Main question paper PDFs to:
- Practice time management and minimise negative marking in JEE Main exam.
- Self-assess the preparation to fix conceptual gaps.
- Identify repeated concepts & high-weightage chapters.
- JEE Main 2026 Question Papers
- JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers
- JEE Main 2026 Sample Paper & Mock Tests
- Frequently Asked Questions on JEE Mains Question Papers (FAQs)
JEE Main 2026 Question Papers
Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 question papers below and download the PDFs for practice.
JEE Main 2026 April Question Paper PDFs
Candidates can download the JEE Main session 2 question paper PDFs from below:
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| JEE Mains 2026 April 2 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 April 4 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 April 5 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 April 6 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 April 8 | No exam | Download Question Paper |
JEE Main 2026 January Question Paper with Solutions PDFs
Candidates can download the JEE Main session 2 question paper PDFs from below:
| Exam Date | Shift 1 Paper PDFs | Shift 2 Paper PDFs |
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| JEE Mains 2026 January 21 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 January 22 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 January 23 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 January 24 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
| JEE Mains 2026 January 28 | Download Question Paper | Download Question Paper |
Commonly asked questions
JEE Main 2026 consists of three papers: Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech), Paper 2A (BArch), and Paper 2B (BPlan).
The JEE Main exam for B.E./B.Tech (Paper 1) will consist of three sections - Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, consisting of 75 MCQs carrying 300 marks.
JEE Main Paper 2A will consist of 77 questions carrying 400 marks, and the BPlan paper will have 100 MCQs of 400 marks.
Usually, in the JEE Mains computer-based exam, questions from maths are presented first, followed by Physics and Chemistry.
But candidates can appear for any section first, as per their preference.
The candidates should master time management and accuracy to be able to score well in the JEE Main exam. Use a strategic approach while solving the questions to be able to score good marks.
Download previous year JEE Main question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download JEE Main previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.
JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers
JEE Main 2025 Question Papers - Session 1 & 2
JEE Main 2023 Question Papers - Session 1 & 2
JEE Main 2022 Question Papers - Session 1 & 2
JEE Main 2021 Question Papers - Session 1 & 2
JEE Main 2020 Question Papers - Session 1 & 2
JEE Main 2026 Sample Paper & Mock Tests
Along with solving the previous year papers of JEE Mains, candidates should also attempt as many sample papers as possible to get familiar with the exam pattern and recent trends.
JEE Mains Sample Question Papers with Solutions
Download the JEE Mains sample papers with their solutions to prepare for the upcoming JEE Mains exam:
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JEE Mains Mock Practice Papers with Solutions
Candidates can practice these questions to prepare for the JEE Main exam. These practice questions match the syllabus of the JEE Main exam pattern.
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| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 1 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 18 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 2 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 19 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 3 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 20 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 4 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 21 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 5 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 22 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 6 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 23 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 7 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 24 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 8 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 25 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 9 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 26 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 10 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 27 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 11 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 28 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 12 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 29 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 13 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 30 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 14 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 31 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 15 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 32 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 16 | Download | JEE Main Practice Paper Set 33 | Download |
| JEE Main Practice Paper Set 17 | Download |
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JEE Main Practice Papers - Maths Chapter Wise
Maths is the toughest subject in JEE Mains. To help candidates excel, we’ve provided free sample papers with solutions for key chapters, based on the official JEE Mains syllabus.
| Maths Practice Test Papers - Topic Name | Download Link |
| JEE Main Maths Paper 3D Geometry | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Binomial Theorem | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Complex Number | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Integration | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Differential Calculus | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Matrices & Determinants | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Progressions | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Quadratic Equation | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Relations & Functions | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Straight Lines | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Trigonometry | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Vector | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Binomial and PnC | Download |
| JEE Main Maths Paper Algebra | Download |
| Curious about which college you may get based on your JEE Main 2026 performance? Check out the JEE Main college predictor 2026 by Shiksha.com, which predicts college based on your JEE Main marks, ranks and percentile after analysing data from previous year cutoffs. JEE Main 2026 College Predictor |
Commonly asked questions
Yes, the JEE Main 2026session 1 question papers are now available. The official papers were made available with the response sheet of the candidates under their respective logins on the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Yes, the JEE Main is widely considered one of the most difficult engineering entrance exams globally.
To be able to complete all questions in the JEE Mains question paper in 3 hours, candidates can follow a simple trick below:
Attempt the questions in rounds. Such as:
- In round 1, attempt the questions you find easy. Spend 45-60 minutes here.
- In round 2, go for moderate questions. Do not spend more than 70 minutes here.
- In Round 3, attempt the remaining difficult questions. In the last 30 to 45 minutes, candidates should focus on completing the tough questions.
Tip: Never spend more than 2-3 minutes per question initially.
Frequently Asked Questions on JEE Mains Question Papers (FAQs)
Check below important FAQs on JEE Mains question papers:
National Testing Agency releases the JEE Main exam syllabus online. You can check the syllabus and know the names of chapters and topics. Here we have provded the detail of chapters in JEE Main syllabus.
- 19 Chapters in Physics (Also 1 chapter for experimental skills)
- 20 Chapters in Chemistry
- 14 Chapters in Mathematics
There is less possibility of any increase or decrease in chapters of JEE Main 2026 syllabus. However, candidates are advised to stay updated with the latest syllabus by visiting the JEE Main syllabus page or the official website of JEE Mains.
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (January) exam was widely considered moderate to tough. Many students found it more challenging than in the previous years.
The question paper consisted of time-consuming questions. Mathematics and Chemistry were considered tricky, while Physics was relatively more manageable.
Candidates should take JEE Main mock tests at least once a week. However, in the last month before exam, frequency should be increased to 3 to 4 mock exam per week.
JEE Mains syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering that almost every topic of JEE syllabus is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, completing the syllabus does not mean that candidates will get a good score. JEE Main exam tests your conceptual and analytical understanding of topics. To get a good score, you need to have good understanding of core concepts and also use to of applying them in solving numerical questions.
If a question is dropped in the JEE Main exam, then the candidates of the shift from which the question is dropped will get bonus marks. It does not matter if you attempted the question or not. If a question from your shift is dropped then you will be eligible for +4 bonus marks.
Not both are not same. But some topics are similar in JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Students who qualify the JEE Main exam and are among the top 250000 students are eligible to take the JEE Advanced. Due to this reason majority of syllabi are the same, but a few extra topics are added in JEE Advanced.
Candidates can find solved JEE Main sample papers from the website of shiksha.com. Candidates can benefit from these questions as they follow latest exam pattern, weightage & difficulty level.
JEE Main syllabus is based on class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry and Maths topics. If you have focused while studying, then it will be easy to prepare for the exam otherwise, you may find it difficult. NCERT textbook is the best for Chemistry and Physics. You can also refer to other books for exam preparation. There are many preparation books suggested by the toppers of Joint Entrance Examination Main.
The best way to handle tough topics in any subject is to study the concepts of that particular topic. The conceptual understanding of any topic gives us the clarity to solve theoretical as well as numerical questions from that topic. NCERT text books are the best material to understand the core concepts.
Passing the JEE Main exam requires a strategic approach focusing on strong fundamentals, consistent practice, and thorough revision.
- Make sure to have a strong hold of basics.
- Study diligently for at least 6 hours.
- Practice a lot of previous year papers and mock tests.
- Focus on time management, speed and accuracy.
Candidates can download the JEE Main question papers from the website of NTA - nta.ac.in.
- Go to nta.ac.in
- Go to "downloads"
- Under the "Previous years Exam Papers", select the year and exam type and hit the "search" button.
- The question paper PDFs will be available for download.
Yes. NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 session 1 question papers. Candidates can download the JEE Main session 1 papers with solutions PDFs from this page - Download JEE Main 2026 question papers with solutions.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 17 hours ago
Yes, several colleges convert a good JEE Main percentile directly into a fee waiver. Graphic Era's GECET-linked scholarships and UPES's merit scholarships can cut your fees by up to 50%. This makes originally expensive private colleges much more affordable for high scorers, so it's worth applying ev
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No, JEE Main is not required to get admission in BTech at Rajalakshmi Engineering College. Admissions under the government quota rely primarily on Class 12 marks through TNEA counseling. However, JEE Main scores may be considered for admission.
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Yes, most Coimbatore colleges, including PSG Tech, Karunya, and Kumaraguru, primarily admit students through TNEA counselling, which is based on Class 12 merit rather than JEE Main. JEE Main is mainly relevant if you're targeting government institutes like NITs. So a strong Class 12 score alone can
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No, I don't think you can get into B.Tech EEE at Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad with JEE Main rank of 5,30,000 as General, non-UP domicile candidate. Typically, closing rank for EEE close much earlier around 3,00,00.
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Absolutely. Unlike government colleges with very tight cutoffs, most private engineering colleges in UP admit students across a wide score range, and several also accept students without a JEE Main score at all. Your branch choice and college reputation still matter, but private colleges generally o
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No, JEE Main is not mandatory for BTech admission to SVSU Meerut. While JEE Main scores are accepted for BTech application, students can qualify directly through the university's SNET examination or Class 12 merit.
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Answered 5 days ago
No, JEE Main has not been mentioned as an accepted entrance exam for BTech at GLA University.
Candidates who want to apply for BTech at this institute must appear in their own entrance exam called GLAET.
Admissions are based solely on scores obtained in this exam along with performance in PI rounds.
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Answered 5 days ago
Yes, along with the CUET UG score, DIT Dehradun also select students based on JEE Main and on the merit of Class 12. On-campus admission counselling is conducted by the university, for which 25% of seats are reserved for Uttarakhand candidates who have scored 95% or above in Class 12. Direct admissi
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Answered a week ago
A JEE Main rank of 2000 would get you admission to this institute if you belong to the General AI category. In the first round, the highest Round 1 rank acceptable is 34000 for this category. Hence, students in this category would need a rank of at least 34000 to be considered qualified for admissio
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MIT-WPU JEE Main cutoff 2026 is released for admission to the BTech course based on the student's peformance in the JEE Main entrance exam. For the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff was 34000 for various BTech course branches. Students can check the table below to know the round 1 cutoff for o
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