JEE Main 2023 Question Paper PDF (April & January) - Free Download Questions Papers with Solutions

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JEE Main 2023 was held in computer-based test mode. NTA has uploaded the official JEE Main 2023 Jan and April session question papers under the respective logins of the candidates. The JEE Main 2023 question papers are the best source of preparation for the candidates for the upcoming JEE Main exam.

JEE Main 2023 question papers for January and April are available here on this page. At Shiksha.com, we have arranged all JEE Mains 2023 question papers with Analysis & solutions released by different coaching institutes in India. Candidates can check and download the JEE Main 2023 question paper PDFs both sessions held in April and January months. Check JEE Main 2023 April and January session question papers @ Shiksha.com.

JEE Main 2023 Question Paper

JEE Main 2023 Question Papers

JEE Main 2023 Question Paper PDF: Candidates can download the official JEE Mains 2023 question paper PDFs here for both January and April sessions. JEE Mains Question Paper PDF available here are free of cost to help students prepare for the exam. JEE Main 2023 Question Paper with solutions PDF by coaching institutes are also provided here. 

JEE Main exam was held in computer-based test mode. NTA has uploaded the official JEE Main 2023 question papers under the respective logins of the candidates. The JEE Main 2023 question papers are the best source of preparation for the candidates for the upcoming JEE Main exam. In 2023, it was noticed that questions in the shifts were repeated and hence it becomes further important for the candidates to check the JEE Main 2023 papers to prepare for the future exam. Candidates aspiring to appear in JEE Main exams must download the JEE Main 2023 question paper PDFs for practice.

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  • JEE Main 2023 Question Paper - Official by NTA
  • JEE Main 2023 Question Papers by Coaching Institutes
  • How to Download JEE Main 2023 Question Paper?
  • JEE Main Previous Year Question Paper
  • Benefits of Solving JEE Main 2023 Question Papers
  • JEE Main 2023 Answer Key
  • About JEE Main 2023
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JEE Main 2023 Question Paper - Official by NTA

The official question papers have been uploaded by NTA on the official website. Candidates can download JEE Main question papers with solutions to understand the difficulty level and pattern of the exam. With JEE Main official question papers candidates can also check the JEE Main answer key and also the response sheets. Candidates can download everything under their respective logins using their application number and password/date of birth.

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Q:   What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?
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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.

Q:   How many questions are asked in JEE Main exam?
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Paper 1 has 75 questions where Physics Chemistry and Mathematics, each section has 25 questions. Out of 25 questions, 20 are MCQs and five are numerical value questions. You must answer all 5 numerical value-type questions. All 20 multiple-choice questions are compulsory. Complete all 75 questions in 3 hours.

Q:   What is Chapterwise weightage of class 11 and 12 topics in JEE Main?
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Chapterwise weightage of class 11 and 12 topics in JEE Main are mentioned below:

  • Physics: Current Electricity Waves AC, Magnetism, Laws of Motion Work, Power and Energy.
  • Chemistry the high weightage topics are s and p block elements, Coordination compounds, Thermodynamics Gaseous state, Chemical bonding, Atomic structure, Polymers, Environmental Chemistry Organic Chemistry.
  • Mathematics, the high weightage topics are Sequence and Series Vectors and 3D, Integral and Differential Calculus, Definite and Indefinite Integral.
Q:   Do I need to attempt all the questions in JEE Main exam?
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NO, it is compulsory to attempt all questions in the JEE Main exam. The JEE Main exam has negative marking and candidates must answer only those questions for which they know the correct answer. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in JEE Main that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.

JEE Main 2023 Question Papers by Coaching Institutes

Candidates can check JEE Main 2023 question papers with solutions below released by coaching institutes.

JEE Main 2023 April Question Papers

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JEE Main 2023 April 6 Paper Download Download
JEE Main 2023 April 8 Paper Download Download
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JEE Main 2023 April 11 Paper Download Download
JEE Main 2023 April 12 Paper Download Download
JEE Main 2023 April 13 Paper Download Download
JEE Main 2023 April 15 Paper Download Download

JEE Main 2023 January Question Papers

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JEE Main 2023 January 24 Paper

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JEE Main 2023 January 25 Paper

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JEE Main 2023 January 29 Paper

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JEE Main 2023 January 30 Paper

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JEE Main 2023 January 31 Paper

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JEE Main 2023 February 1 Paper

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How to Download JEE Main 2023 Question Paper?

Candidates can check JEE Main January and April session question papers using the steps below:

  • Visit the official website and click on the answer key link

  • Log in using your JEE Main application form number and date of birth

  • Click on the submit button to view the answer on the screen

  • The answer key can be downloaded as a PDF file

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there negative marking in JEE Main?
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Yes, JEE Main exam has negative marking. 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.

Q:   Is there any mock seat allotment in JEE Main counselling?
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JEE Main counselling do have the provision of mock seat allotment. JoSAA will conduct a total of two rounds mock seat allotment where candidates can check which college they get based on the choice filled by them. Candidates after registering for the counselling have to enter their preferred choice of college and branch in the order of preference. The allotment of seats will be made on the basis of All India Rank and choices filled by the candidate.

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

Q:   Can I change the language of the question paper during the exam?
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JEE Main question paper is in English, Hindi and language selected when you filled application form. In total, JEE Main is in 13 languages and you can select any language out of available options. You cannot switch language of question paper during exam.

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JEE Main Previous Year Question Paper

The previous year's question papers are excellent sources of preparation material for JEE Main. This year, many questions are being asked form the previous year's JEE Main question papers. Students can download these question papers without registration to practice for the exam. It is strongly recommended that students solve the JEE Main previous year papers to prepare for the JEE Main exam. Check below JEE Mains 2022 question paper pdf download and the previous year papers to practice for the exam. 

Check the JEE Main previous year question papers below:

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Benefits of Solving JEE Main 2023 Question Papers

Candidates can benefit a lot for solving the JEE Main 2023 Question papers like:

  • They will be well prepared for the upcoming April attempt.
  • Candidates will be able to understand the weightage and important topics for this year.
  • Candidates can figure out their preparation level and prepare further accordingly.
  • They can analyse any new pattern or changes in the nature of the questions asked.
  • Students also can be aware of the critical level of the questions asked in the exam.
  • They can figure out the weaker areas and the concepts that need more practice.
  • Candidates can increase their speed and accuracy.
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   From where can I get the mock test papers for the preparation of JEE Mains?
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JEE Main mock tests are available online on nta.ac.in. Download these for free or you can also practice online. You can download JEE Main mock test papers for free from Shiksha page as well.

Q:   What is the exam pattern of JEE Mains?
A: 

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. 

Q:   How important is taking mock test for JEE Main 2026?
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Mock tests are important JEE Main preparation. JEE Main 2026 mock test will tell you about exam structure and question pattern. After taking mock tests get your performance analysed thoroughly by an expert or mentor. You will know exactly where you are making mistakes and what the correct approach is to attempt questions.

Q:   Where can I get previous year JEE Main question papers?
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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. 

JEE Main 2023 Answer Key

NTA releases the JEE Main answer key on the official site jeemain.nta.nic.in. The following steps should be followed to download the JEE Main 2023 answer key.

  • Open the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  • Click on the JEE Main 2023 answer key link on the website's home page.
  • The candidates can log in by either entering the date of birth along with the application number or the application number with the password.
  • After logging in, the candidates can view and download the JEE Main 2023 answer key.

The candidates get a chance to challenge the JEE Main answer key. The challenges made by the candidates are reviewed by the panel of subject experts. If the challenge of any candidate is found correct, then the answer key will be updated accordingly. The result is prepared and made public based on the updated final answer key. No candidate will be informed if his or her challenge was accepted or rejected. The answer key finalized by the experts is considered the final. 

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The Joint Entrance Examination, JEE Main is conducted for admission to BE/BTech and BArch/BPlan courses at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments. JEE Main is also an eligibility test for JEE Advanced, which is conducted for admission to IITs.

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The JEE Mains cutoff of 2026 has not been released yet. However, in 2025 the closing rank for the general category for BTech in AI and ML was 1843344. In 2024 the closing rank for SDEC BTech AI and ML was 737084.

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Anjali Sharma

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No, Cluster Innovation Centre does not accept JEE Mains for BTech admissions. Students must appear for the CUET exam and participate in CSAS counselling. No other admission tests including JEE are considered by the college.

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Pallavi Karan

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Answered 3 days ago

Yes, students can get admission in DIT University Admission Office BTech without appearing for JEE Main. The univeristy offers direct admissions to top 10% of Class 12 board toppers. Students can connect with the university to know more.

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Anupama Garg

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If you qualified for JEE Advanced, then study for it; otherwise, look for the best college at your rank. 

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Answered 4 days ago

The cutoff for of OBC category students for admission to I2IT Pune is approximately 95 percentile.

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No, JEE Main is not compulsory for taking admission in BTech at ICFAI University Jharkhand. The college offer admission based on screening of application and interview. The college offer merit-based admission based on past academic performance. For final selection, weightage is given to their academ

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Raj Priya

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Yes, candidates must appear for JEE Mains to qualify for Poornima Institute of Engineering and Technology BTech course. The institute folllows REAP guidelines to select candidates for BTech admissions. Only if some seats are left vacant after admission process can candidates be chosen without JEE Ma

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Saurabh Khanduri

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No, VIT Vellore BTech admission is not decided through JEE Mains scores. Candidates who wish to apply for BTech must appear in VITEEE only in order to qualify for VIT Vellore admission. No other entrance exams have been mentioned as alternatives to VITEEE.

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Saurabh Khanduri

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NMIT Bangalore reserves 2% seats for candidates with JEE Main score of at least 75. JEE category aspirants are eigible for Merit Scholarship seats, provided they score a minimum of 85 NTA score and not less than 80% aggregate in PCM in Class 12. The ranking is based on JEE Main NTA score.

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Nishtha Shukla

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