Intelligent Guessing Tricks for JEE Main 2026: How to spot right option wisely, get proven tips
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
Registration - 1 Feb '26 - 25 Feb '26
Intelligent Guessing Tricks for JEE Main 2026 Exam: Qualifying for JEE Mains 2026 is not about solving all questions correctly, but it is also about solving them in a smart way. Want to get to know JEE Mains smart guessing tips? Read below for more to understand.
JEE Main is not about scoring or how much you know smartly you can attempt questions. Negative marking can pull your scores down. But with intelligent guessing work can sometimes make a big difference. Candidates can check here tips that can help you crack tricky questions in NTA JEE Mains 2026 exam. For example: If a candidate is attempting a question just by guessing, then with this one can expect an accuracy of 25%. In case, if a candidate have answered same option, for almost 20 questions in JEE Mains, then probability of getting right answer is 1/4th, which is around 5 to 6 correct responses, which is not recommended by experts. In such cases, intelligent guessing tricks can be useful.
Why Smart Guessing Tricks is Important in JEE Mains?
It's not important how much you study, but also it is important you attempt JEE Mains question paper. With a time limit it is natural that many students might not be able to solve every problem. This is where one can use smart guessing tips. Guessing pattern means using logical reasoning. It saves a lot of time and enhance accuracy.
The NTA JEE Main 2026 exam will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026 and April 1 to 10, 2026 for sessions 1 and 2, respectively.
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Smart Guessing Tricks for JEE Main 2026
Use last 20 to 30 minutes for guessing. Once you have attempted all questions that you are confident, move to questions that are tricky. Think logically. Candidates can chec some tricks that can help in getting good score in JEE Mains 2026.
- JEE Main questions carry multiple options from which only one response is right. Use elimination technique to spot correct one. Physics and Chemistry questions are formula-based. If you do not remember exact formula, then check which option fits best.
- Mathematics and Physics have tough questions, mostly. Try getting to boundary values and test. Doing this will save a lot of time.
- In some cases, correct option may look different from others. If three options feel similar, then select one that is unique. There's a fair chance of getting that right.
- For such cases, go through question carefully. Use logical reasoning and verify before making right choice.
- For such questions, selecting a random option might not be successful. So, in such cases, solve them in-depth
Solve previous year JEE Main papers, and also think about where guessing can be used. Take JEE Mains mock tests. Maintain a notebook for last- minute revision. By understanding JEE Main 2026 exam pattern, can help in preparation.
Mistakes to Avoid for Negative Marking
- Do not blind guess
- Do not overuse tricks on every question. Solve them in in-depth
- Avoid panicking and remain calm while solving
JEE Mains 2026 Exam Pattern
| Aspect |
Paper 1 (BE/BTech) |
Paper 2A (BArch) |
Paper 2B (BPlan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Online (Computer-Based) |
Mathematics and Aptitude - Online Drawing - Offline |
Computer-based |
| Subjects |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-based Questions |
| Time duration |
3 hours |
3 hours |
3 hours |
| Total Marks |
300 marks (100 per subject) |
400 marks |
400 marks |
| Number of Questions |
Physics - 25 Chemistry - 25 Mathematics - 25 |
Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs), Aptitude- 50, Drawing- 2 |
Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Aptitude- 50 Planning- 25 |
| Numerical Value Questions |
5 per subject, all compulsory |
5 in Math, attempt all 5 |
5 in Math, all compulsory |
| Type of question |
20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (per subject) |
MCQs (Mathematics and Aptitude), Drawing Tasks (pen and paper) |
MCQs + Numerical Value + Planning-based questions |
For every correct answer, 4 marks are awarded and -1 for negative marking. There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.
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