Where can I get previous year JEE Main question papers?

Students can download JEE Main previous year question paper from Shiksha page. Candidates are provided JEE Main previous year question papers from the year 2014 to 2025. The papers can be downloaded as PDF and can be practised to prepare for the exam. JEE Main previous year question paper also helps in understanding the difficulty level of the exam and chapter-wise weightage of questions. Solving JEE Main question papers will help in analysing the preparation level of the exam.

How many chapters are in JEE Mains syllabus?

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.

Is JEE Main syllabus same as syllabus of JEE Advanced?

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.

What topics are mostly asked in JEE Main exam

Questions in JEE Mains exam is a blend of all the topics covered in the syllabus. However, there are some topics that are very much important and should be paid extra attentions while preparing for the exam. The list of important JEE Main topics are Mathematics 3D Geometry Vector Applications of Derivatives Definite Integrals Limit, Cnntinuity and Differentiability Physics Heat and Thermodynamics Electromagnetic Waves Ray & Wave Optics Kinematics Current Electricity Magnetism Chemistry Electrochemistry Chemical Kinetics Thermodynamics p-block elements Chemical Bonding

What should be the frequency of taking JEE Main mock tests?

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.

How do I handle difficult topics of JEE Main that I'm unable to understand even after several attempts?

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.

What is the exam pattern of JEE Mains?

JEE Main 2026 exam pattern has been released by the NTA. As per exam pattern, the JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech) exam will consist of 75 questions, 25 each from Physics Chemistry and Mathematics. Out of 25 questions, 20 will be MCQs and 5 will be NAV. Students need to answer all 75 questions. JEE Main paper 2A for B.Arch consists of 77 questions of which 25 are from Mathematics, 50 from General Aptitude and 2 from Drawing. In Paper 2B for BPlan total questions are 100 of which 25 are from Mathematics, 50 from General Aptitude and 25 from Planning. The question paper will have no internal choices within questions and total duration of exam is 3 hours.

What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?

There are two question types in JEE Main exam. Multiple choice questions and numerical ability questions. In MCQ, every question has 4 options with only 1 correct answer. Select the correct option. In numerical ability question type, no options are there. Solve them and write answer using keyword and mouse.

What is the difficulty level of JEE Main?

JEE Main difficulty level is similar to class 12 board exams. Syllabus of JEE Main is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. The questions asked in exam are tricky and need an in-depth understanding of subjects. They need to have conceptual understanding of every topic to score well in exam. Those who study NCERT can get a decent score in JEE Mains.

How many times JEE Main is conducted in a year?

National Testing Agency generally conducts the JEE Main exam two times in a year. The first attempt is conducted in January and the second attempt in April. JEE Main 2026 exam dates have been announced by the NTA for both sessions. The first attempt of JEE Main 2026 will be conducted from January 21 to 30 while the second attempt will be conducted from April 2 to 9. Only in the year 2022, NTA conducted JEE Mains in four sessions due to COVID-19. The number of sessions and date for any year is announced by the NTA at the time of release of application form.

Which topics are most important in JEE Main Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics?

Students who are preparing for JEE Main exam are advised to first cover the entire JEE Main syllabus. Covering only the high weightage chapters would decrease their chances of getting full/high score in JEE Main exam. Only after covering the entire syllabus, students can check most important chapters for JEE Mains .

In how much time can I complete the entire JEE Main syllabus?

Time required to cover JEE Main syllabus changes from one student to another student. In general, to complete the entire JEE Main syllabus, students would require around 1 year. The ideal time to start preparing for JEE Main is class 11 as the syllabus for JEE and class 11-12 is similar. Students who are studying in class 11 can point out the topics that are common in both and pay special emphasis to those topics.

How do I balance school studies with JEE Main preparation?

Students who are in class 12 and would also be appearing in JEE Mains 2026 exam mostly find it difficult to manage both their class/school and JEE studies. However, all these students have an advantage over others/droppers aspirants as there are many common topics in class 12 and JEE. To benefit, they must identify all the topics that are common and study those first. Secondly, cover the topics that have more weightage in class 12 and complete them. Before a few days of JEE Mains, study specifically for JEE. This way, they can manage both class 12 and JEE efficiently.

Which book should I refer to prepare for JEE Main exam?

It is advised that students begin their JEE Main preparation with NCERT books. NCERT class 11 and 12 books for Physics Chemistry and Mathematics are the best to understand basic concepts and solve numerical problems. Along with NCERTs, students can refer to additional books like H. C. Verma and Irodov for Physics. In Mathematics, students can take help from Arihant books. For Chemistry R C Mukherjee, O P Tandon and P Bahadur are best.

What are the best books for JEE Main preparation for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics?

Do your research to choose the best book for JEE Main preparation. You can talk to your teachers before you decide. Some books recommended for your preparation are given below: Subjects Books Physics NCERT Class 11 and 12 Concepts of Physics (Vol.1 & 2) by H.C. Verma Problems and Solutions of Physics by Sashi Bhusan Tiwari Chemistry NCERT Class 11 and 12 Concepts of Physical Chemistry by P. Bahadur Organic Chemistry by O.P. Tandon Mathematics NCERT Class 11 and 12 Differential & Integral Calculus by Amit Aggarwal Trigonometry and Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney

Can I complete JEE Main syllabus in 6 months?

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.

Best Books for JEE Main 2026 Preparation: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics

Updated on Mar 18, 2026 23:16 IST

By Mamona Majumder, Assistant Manager

Overview

Best Books for JEE Main 2026 Preparation: Candidates can check here the JEE Main 2026 best books for preparation of Maths, Physics and Chemistry. The JEE Main 2026 books curated here are as per the recommendation of experts and previous year JEE Main toppers. One of the most recommended books for JEE Main 2026 preparation that every expert and topper recommends are the NCERT books.

For JEE Main 2026 preparation, candidates should not hoard unnecessary books as they can be overwhelming. Candidates should always start with NCET books for JEE Main preparation to grasp the concepts and then move ton to books like D C Pandey, O P Tandon, J D Lee, R D Sharma, etc. For JEE Mains 2026 exam, students should pick books that are easy to understand and have a good number of examples and numerical problems. Students should also be careful when selecting a book by any particular author, look for its rating and consult colleagues and teachers. Check out the list of the best books for JEE Main 2026 on this page below.

JEE Main Mock Test 2026	JEE Main 2025 Question Papers
JEE Main 2026 Application Form	JEE Main Syllabus 2026

Table of contents

Things to keep in mind when selecting the best books for JEE Main 2026 Preparation
Best Physics Book for JEE Main 2026
Best Chemistry Books for JEE Main 2026
Best Maths Books for JEE Main 2026
Best Books for JEE Main 2026 BArch and BPlan
JEE Main 2026 Preparation Strategy
JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers
JEE Main 2026 Books FAQs

Things to keep in mind when selecting the best books for JEE Main 2026 Preparation

The subjects of JEE Main syllabus 2026 for Paper 1 are Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Students study all these subjects in their classes 11 and 12. The books of class 11 and 12 boards are the first things that students should study carefully as it will help in understanding the basic concepts. However, only school books will not help in clearing JEE Main and so, students are provided here a list of best books for JEE Main 2026 as recommended by various subject experts and also from previous toppers. Students can select the books from the list and start their preparation.

It is very much advised that students select the books wisely for their JEE Main preparation 2026. While good books help in making the preparation easy, books that are difficult to understand or have fewer examples can make the preparation difficult. Students should keep the following points in mind while selecting the JEE Main 2026 best books.

Consult friends and teachers before selecting any book
When selecting a book by an author, check for its rating and review
Do not go with the name and fame of the book. Certain famous books can still be difficult to understand due to the language.
Look for books that are easy to understand, have a good number of examples and numerical problems to solve
Do not buy multiple books for a subject. It is advised that students select one or two books for a subject.

Best Physics Book for JEE Main 2026

Physics is a numerical and conceptual subject. This subject requires students to have a basic and clear understanding of the principles, laws, and mechanisms. Most students preparing for JEE Main consider Physics as the toughest of all the subjects. However, the right book can help students master Physics. Check the best Physics books for JEE Main.

Name of the book and author	Author
NCERT Class 11 and 12 Textbooks	NCERT
Concepts of physics (Vol. 1 and 2)	H.C Verma
Fundamentals of Physics	Halliday, Resnick & Walker
Understanding Physics: Set of books for Electricity & Magnetism Mechanics (Vol. 1 & 2) Optics & Modern Physics Waves & Thermodynamics	D C Pandey (Arihant Publications)
Problems in General Physics	I.E Irodov
Understanding physics	Freedman and Young
Problems in physics	SS Krotov
Problems and solutions of physics	Shashi Bhushan Tiwari

Most scoring topics in JEE Main Physics

How to handle tough topics in JEE Main Physics

Best Chemistry Books for JEE Main 2026

Chemistry is considered the easiest of all three JEE Main subjects. In previous years, it has been seen that questions in Chemistry are generally NCERT based and are not very difficult. The other aspect of this is that Chemistry is the most scored subject. If students prepare for it thoroughly, students can score well in the exam. Best Chemistry books for JEE Mains is given below.

Name of the book and author	Author
NCERT Textbooks for classes 11 and 12	NCERT
Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations	R.C. Mukherjee
Organic Chemistry	O P Tandon
Concept of Physical Chemistry	P Bahadur
Concise Inorganic Chemistry	J D Lee
Physical Chemistry	P.W. Atkins
Organic Chemistry	Morrison & Boyd

Most scoring topics in JEE Main Chemistry

How to handle tough topics in JEE Main Chemistry

Best Maths Books for JEE Main 2026

Mathematics is an analytical subject, full of lengthy calculations and derivations. In a single mathematical problem of JEE Main, sometimes more than one formula has to be applied. Best Maths book for JEE Main 2026 can be found below

Name of the book and author	Author
NCERT Class 11 and 12 Textbooks	NCERT
Objective Mathematics	R D Sharma
Plane Trigonometry	S L Loney
The Elements Of Coordinate Geometry	S L Loney
Algebra	Dr S K Goyal (Arihant Publications)
Play with Graphs	Amit M Agarwal (Arihant Publications)
Differential Calculus	Amit M Agarwal (Arihant Publications)
Integral Calculus	Amit M Agarwal (Arihant Publications)
Complete Mathematics for JEE Main	TMH

Most scoring topics in JEE Main Maths

How to handle tough topics in JEE Main Maths

Best Books for JEE Main 2026 BArch and BPlan

The NTA conducts JEE Main paper 2 for BArch and BPlan courses. BPlan paper consists if questions from Mathematics, Aptitude and Drawing while BArch paper has Mathematics, Aptitude and Planning. Candidates can check the best books for Mathematics above for paper 2. Best Books for Aptitude sections can be checked below

Best Books for JEE Main Paper B.Arch and B.Plan

Name of Book	Author/Publisher
A complete Self-Study Guide for B.Arch Entrance Examinations	P.K. Mishra
NATA & B.Arch Full Package	NATA360
A Guide to B.Arch Entrance Exams with Solved Papers	GKP
Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning Book	R S Agarwal
B.Arch/B.Plan Aptitude Test for JEE Main	S C Garg
Architecture Entrance Book	P K Mishra

JEE Main 2026 Preparation Strategy

Candidates can check tips for JEE Main preparation below:

Candidates should follow a routine daily and ensure they are self-disciplined every day.
Practice as many previous year papers as possible. It helps you improve your speed and accuracy, understand pattern of exam, weightage of topics and makes you confident for the exam.
Do revise the important chapters daily and regularly. Keep short notes of formulas and concepts handy to revise on a regular basis.

JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers

Download the full JEE Main previous year question papers here. Solve papers to evaluate your JEE Mains exam preparation, know the topics asked in various years and the difficulty level of the overall exam.

Year	JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers PDF
2026	JEE Main 2026 January Question Paper with Solutions
2025	JEE Main 2025 Question Paper with Solutions
2024	JEE Main 2024 Question Paper with Solutions
2023	JEE Main 2023 Question Paper with Solutions
2022	JEE Main 2022 Question Papers with Solution
2021	JEE Main 2021 Question Paper with Solutions