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JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 paper is now available for students. Check here JEE Main 2 April Shift 1 question paper with answer key solutions will help students know more about their performance in exam. Along with question, students can also check JEE Main 2026 Apr 2 Shift 1 paper analysis.

JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Solutions is now available. Students can now check memory-based JEE Main 2nd April Shift 1 questions with answer key solutions to understand their performance and calculate their probable secured scores. According to JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 paper analysis, overall exam was of moderate difficulty. Out of all subjects, students found Mathematics to be toughest. Read to get latest updates on JEE Main 2nd April Shift 1 Question Paper with Solutions.

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JEE Main 2nd April Shift 1 Paper with Solutions is available now. Students can download the JEE Main 2 April shift 1 paper with solutions free on this page to know correct anwsers to all questions asked in the exam. Aspirants who appeared in the exam can use JEE Main memory based paper 2026 April 2 shift 1 to calculate their scores in the exam.  

Students preparing for future shifts can also check JEE Main 2026 question paper PDFs to know important and repeated questions. According to JEE Main 2026 today analysis for Shift 1, exam was of moderate difficulty. Mathematics was tough and lengthy while Physics and Chemistry was of moderate difficulty. National Testing Agency conducted JEE Main 2nd April Shift 1 paper from 9 AM to 12 Noon. Read to know more about JEE Mains April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Answer Key Solutions.

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Table of contents
  • NTA JEE Main 2026 Question Papers (Official) OUT
  • JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Answer Key Solutions PDF OUT
  • Memory-Based JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Solutions OUT
  • JEE Mains 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Paper Analysis OUT
  • Steps to calculate marks using JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 paper answer key PDF
  • What is the JEE Mains 2026 marking scheme?
  • JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Paper Analysis and Solutions by Coaching Centres
  • How to Download Official JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Answer Key?
  • NTA JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Result
  • Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2026
  • What are the expected JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile?
  • JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor
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NTA JEE Main 2026 Question Papers (Official) OUT

Candidates can download official JEE Main question papers 2026 for Session 2 from table given below.

Date Shift 1 Shift 2
April 2, 2026 JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Question Paper PDF JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF
April 4, 2026 JEE Main 2026 April 4 Shift 1 Question Paper PDF JEE Main 2026 April 4 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF
April 5, 2026 JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 Question Paper PDF JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF
April 6, 2026 JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1 Question Paper PDF JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF
April 8, 2026 - JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF

JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Answer Key Solutions PDF OUT

Candidates can now download JEE Mains 2nd April Shift 1 question paper PDF with solution below.

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Memory-Based JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 Paper with Solutions OUT 

Students can access here memory-based JEE Mains 2026 April 2 Shift 1 paper with answer key. Various coaching institutes are releasing solved memory based JEE Mains April 2 Shift 1 question paper with solutions.

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JEE Mains 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Paper Analysis OUT

JEE Main 2026 paper analysis for April 2 Shift 1 exam is now available. According to student's feedback, overall JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 paper was of moderate difficulty. Students found Mathematics as the toughest section with lengthy questions. Physics was moderate and had more conceptual questions. Comparitively, Chemistry section was easier. 

Particulars Analysis
Overall Moderate
Mathematics Difficult with Lengthy Questions. Maths had questions from Calculus, Vectors & 3D Geometry, and Coordinate Geometry. Good attempts in Maths were 10-18 questions.
Physics Moderate with Conceptual Questions. High-weightage topics included Mechanics, Modern Physics, and Current Electricity. Good attempts were 20-23.
Chemistry Moderate. Organic and Inorganic Chemistry had significant coverage. Good attempts were 22-23.

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Steps to calculate marks using JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 paper answer key PDF

Using JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 question paper with answer key solutions, students can calculate their probable secured scores. Various coaching institute experts will also release JEE Main 2026 answer key prepared through memory based questions. To make their probable scores calculation, given steps can be followed.

  • JEE Main 2nd April Shift 1 question paper with answer key PDF has to be downloaded.
  • Answer key has to be compared with student’s responses.
  • Correct and incorrect answers have to be noted.
  • To do the calculation, a formula has to be used.
  • Total calculated will be probable marks secured in exam.

Also Read: JEE Main 2026 April 2 Marks vs Percentile

Formula to calculate JEE Main 2026 score:

4*(Number of Correct Answers)-1*(Number of Wrong Answers) = Candidate’s Scores

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will CSAB counselling start?
A: 

The CSAB special counselling will start on July 28.

Q:   Is there any age limit to apply for JoSAA counselling?
A: 

The age limit will be applicable as mentioned in JEE Main/JEE Advanced brochure and official website. There is no seperate age limit criteria prescribed for JoSAA counselling.

Q:   What courses are offered via JoSAA counselling?
A: 

The courses offered by the 23 IITs, 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, IISC Bangalore, 26 IIITs and 40 Other-Government Funded Technical Institutes (Other-GFTIs) via the JoSAA counselling includes:

  • BTech in various Engineering disciplines.
  • BSc programs in Science.
  • BArch in Architecture.
  • Dual Degree programs like B.Tech-MTech and BS-MS.
  • Integrated M.Tech and Integrated MSc programs.
Q:   Which colleges participate in JoSAA Counselling?
A: 

The institutes that participate in JoSAA counselling are:

  1. 23 IITs
  2. IISc Bangalore
  3. 31 NITs
  4. IIEST Shibpur
  5. 26 IIITs
  6. 40 Other-Government Funded Technical Institutes (Other-GFTIs)

What is the JEE Mains 2026 marking scheme?

While calculating scores for JEE Main result, authorities will follow official marking scheme. Details regarding marking scheme is available through JEE Main exam pattern 2026. Students can check marking scheme given below.

Particulars Marking Scheme
Correct Answer +4 marks
Incorrect Answer -1 mark

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JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 Paper Analysis and Solutions by Coaching Centres

Memory based JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 question paper analysis with solutions will be released by different coaching experts. JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 answer key PDFs along with questions can be downloaded through link given in table below.

Coaching Institutes

Memory-Based Question Papers with Answer Key

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JEE Main 2026 Answer Key by Resonance

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Till which date can I fill the choices in JoSAA counselling?
A: 

Candidates were able to make choices during JoSAA counselling till June 11.

Q:   Can I take admission in any institute if I do not get JEE Main cutoff marks?
A: 

Candidates who do not score above JEE Main cutoff marks are eligible to take admissions in NITs, IIITs and GFTIs but not IITs. To appear in the admission process for IITs, candidates need to get marks above than the JEE Main cutoff and appear in JEE Advanced exam.

Q:   How would I know if my challenge in JEE Mains answer key has been accepted?
A: 

If the JEE Main answer key challenge has been accepted, NTA will inform the students via email. Keep an eye on your mailbox.

Q:   My rank in JEE Main does not resemble the JEE Mains marks vs percentile data. What should I do?
A: 

NTA does not release marks vs rank data officially. The data available on the internet is provided by various experts and is subject to changes due to various variables.

How to Download Official JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Answer Key?

JEE Main answer key 2026 for April session is expected to be released atleast 3 to 4 days after final shift of exam is over. Students can check correct answers to JEE Mains question paper 2026 through official answer key. Objections against provisional answer key will be accepted within given timeline. Students can follow steps given below to download the official answer key:

  • Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in
  • Click on JEE Main 2026 Session 2 answer key link.
  • Using application number and password, students have to log in.
  • After logging in, answer key along with questions and response sheet will be available.
  • JEE Main answer key can be used to calculate scores obtained in exam.

NTA JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Result

JEE Main result 2026 for Session 2 will be released at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Through JEE Mains result, candidates can check subject wise and total percentile marks. No raw scores will be available. However, JEE Main Session 2 result will consist of All India Ranks (AIR). Students will have to log in using their application number and date of birth/password to check result. No requests to review scores or ranks will be accepted.

Must Read: JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile

Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2026

To qualify JEE Main 2026 exam, no minimum marks are needed. However, students will have to meet qualifying JEE Main cutoff to be eligible for JEE Advanced exam. Along with result, details of JEE Main qualifying cutoff will be available. Students can check expected JEE Mains cutoff 2026 from table given below.

Category

Cutoff 2026

Unreserved (UR)

93.3045326

Gen-EWS

81.4387917

OBC-NCL

80.7456432

SC

61.3526948

ST

48.2456783

UR-PwD

0.0082349

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Where can I check JEE Main 2026 exam date?
A: 

Candidates can check the allotted JEE Mains 2026 exam date on their JEE admit card and also on the city intimation slip.

Q:   What documents are required to participate in JEE Main counselling?
A: 

To participate in the JEE Main counselling, candidates will need to upload the following documents at the time of JoSAA registration. Class 10 mark sheet/certificate, Class 12 Certificate of category (if applicable), PwD Certificate (if applicable). After the seat allotment, while reporting to the institute, candidates will also need to submit documents like JoSAA seat allotment letter, JEE Main/Advanced admit card, Gap Certificate (if gap after class 12).

Q:   When will NTA release the JEE Main 2026 session 2 admit card?
A: 

The JEE Main 2026 session 2 admit card is out. NTA releases the JEE Main admit card around 3-4 days before the exam date.

Q:   What is a good score in JEE Mains 2026?
A: 

A good score in JEE Mains 2026 is 180 to 210+ marks, which translates to a 99+ percentile.

What are the expected JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile?

Students can check expected JEE Main marks vs percentile below, which is based on previous years' cutoff trends. Through this, they can understand how much marks they have to score to be in their preferred percentile category.

Raw Score Out of 300 Percentile
300 to 291 100 to 99.99989
290 to 281 99.99908 to 99.99745
280 to 271 99.99417 to 99.99347
270 to 261 99.99016 to 99.98881
260 to 251 99.97720 to 99.96976
250 to 241 99.95028 to 99.94664
240 to 231 99.91595 to 99.93498
230 to 221 99.86623 to 99.90111
220 to 211 99.80777 to 99.85161
210 to 201 99.73129 to 99.79506
200 to 191 99.62402 to 99.71083
190 to 181 99.48033 to 99.59739
180 to 171 99.29558 to 99.45693
170 to 161 99.06985 to 99.27208
160 to 151 98.77819 to 99.02861
150 to 141 98.40768 to 98.73238
140 to 131 97.94047 to 98.31741
130 to 121 97.35425 to 97.81126
120 to 111 96.60949 to 97.14293
110 to 101 95.64338 to 96.20455
100 to 91 94.39636 to 94.99859
90 to 81 92.76234 to 93.47123
80 to 71 90.41098 to 91.07212
70 to 61 87.06073 to 87.51222
60 to 51 81.57582 to 82.01606
50 to 41 73.08140 to 73.28780
40 to 31 59.84001 to 58.15149
30 to 21 40.34692 to 37.69452
20 to 10 20.95045 to 13.49584
10 to 0 6.59980 to 0.84351

JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor

JEE Main rank predictor 2026 by Shiksha.com can be used by students to know their ranks based on scores they have secured in exam. It is beneficial to knowing ranks beforehand, since it will help them to know their best options and accordingly plan for counselling and admission. Further, students can use JEE Main 2026 college predictor tool to generate a list of colleges that are eligible according to their rank/percentile. This will be help students to select proper colleges and courses in JEE Main counselling.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to check JEE Main exam date?
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Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 exam date for session 2 on their city slip and also on their JEE Main admit card.

Q:   Who got 300-300 in JEE Mains 2026?
A: 

As per the provisional answer keys released by NTA, Arnav Gautam has secured 300 out of 300 marks in the JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam. Another student who has claimed to have scored 300/300 in JEE Main 2026 is Pasala Mohith

Q:   What are the qualifying marks for JEE Mains 2026?
A: 

Qualifying marks for JEE Mains 2026, also called qualifying percentile for JEE Mains will be announced by the NTA along with the JEE Main 2026 session 2 result. Candidates must note that qualifying percentile for JEE Mains 2026 is the minimum percentile required to appear in JEE Advanced 2026. For admission to NIT or IIITs, there is no provision of qualifying marks in JEE Mains 2026 and admission is given based on All India Rank in JEE Mains exam. NTA will announce JEE Mains 2026 All India rank in April after session 2 exam results. 

Q:   If a candidate has not participated in JoSAA counselling, will he/she be eligible to take part in CSAB counselling?
A: 

Yes, candidates who do not participate in the JoSAA counselling are eligible to participate in the CSAB counselling. Candidates must complete the CSAB counselling registration using JEE Main application number. After the registration process, the exam authorities will commence the document verification process. 

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Yes you can have a chancer admission !!! Content admission cell for further details 

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Yes, as per the JEE Main 2026 cutoff rank for CSE, it is possible to get a CSE seat at the University of Delhi with a cutoff rank of 41000. During Round 1 seat allotment, the maximum rank required for CSE admission was 81869 for the students belonging to the OBC category under the AI quota. So, 410

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Rashmi Sinha

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

No, JEE Main is not compulsory to get admission in BTech in BITS Pilani. Candidates should have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum 75% aggregate to be eligible for getting admission in BTech at BITS Pilani.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

Yes, Babu Banarasi Das University offer scholarship based on JEE Main scores. Check below table to know Babu Banarasi Das University JEE Main scholarship:

General Rank In Entrance ExamScholarship awarded
IIT-JEE up to 2500 General Rank100%
IIT-JEE up to 5000 General Rank50%
IIT-JEE up to 10000 General Rank25%

To get more information, students must visit the official website.

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Gaurika Chhabra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

DY Patil Navi Mumbai considers JEE Main, MHT CET or SAT scores for admission in BTech course. Hence, JEE Main is not compulsory. Aspirants without any of these scores, can appear for entrance test conducted by DY Patil Navi Mumbai for admission in BTech.

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered 2 days ago

No, JEE Main is not compulsory to get admission in BTech at MIT WPU. Admission in BTech course is offered based on different entrance exam scores such as: JEE Main, MHT CET, PERA CET,  MHT-CET-B, NEET (for bioengineering) scores.

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Raj Priya

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 days ago

JEE Mains is one of the most competitive exams in our country. According to a press release by NTA, the total number of candidates that appeared in both sessions of the exam was 15,38,468. 

The time required is subjective for each student. Roughly One to two years of preparation should be enough. Som

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Bhavya Jain

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Answered 3 days ago

While researching the JEE Main cutoff for the B.Tech. Chemical Engineering programme at Institute of Technology, Nirma University (ITNU) provides a good foundation for your academic planning, Lovely Professional University (LPU) serves as an excellent alternative. LPU offers premier engineering prog

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Aston Martin

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

IIIT Agartala CSE cutoff 2026 was 42200 in the first round for the General AI category.  IIIT Agartala JEE Main cutoff 2026 has been released for the first round for various All India quota categories for the BTech CSE course. 

Among all the categories, the toughest competition in round 1 was for the

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Neerja Rohatgi

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Yes, you can get into IIIT Vadodara - International Diu Campus in the first round with a rank of 40K if you belong to the General AI category. For this category, the round 1 IIIT Vadodara - International Diu Campus JEE Main cutoff 2026 ranged from 38883 to 41859. Check the table below to know which

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