The JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 is over. The JEE Main 2026 April 7 Paper 2 for B.Arch and B.Plan question paper with answer key will be shared here. We will also share here the analysis of Maths, Aptitude, Drawing, and Planning sections for the paper 2 of JEE Main 2026. Download links for the memory-based question papers and unofficial answer keys for both shifts will be available soon.
Paper 2 BArch and Bplan Question Paper with Answer Key
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2: The JEE Main 2026 April session Paper 2A (B.Arch) and Paper 2B (B.Plan) is conducted successfully today, April 7. According to students who appeared for the JEE Main Paper 2A and 2B, the paper was moderate to tough. Maths had a few lengthy and tricky questions. Drawing section was easy, although some found it to be confusing. Students shared that higher accuracy was needed to solve maths and aptitude questions. Average safe attempts were around 30 questions. Students also shared JEE Main 2026 April 7 memory-based questions, some of them are shared below -
- Guhennium meuseum (New York city)
- First-five year plan
- Chairperson of NITI AYOG
- Garden city concept
While the official answer keys will be released by National Testing Agency (NTA) a few days after the exam is conducted, candidates will be able to check unofficial answer keys along with memory-based question papers on this page soon. This will help them evaluate their performance and estimate the marks they will be getting in the exam and forecast their qualification chances in the JEE Mains paper 2 exam. This exam is the gateway to premier institutes like SPAs and NITs.
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- JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Question Paper & Answer Key
- JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Expected Difficulty Level
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Memory Based Questions
Q 1: In a car with seating capacity of exactly five persons, two persons can occupy the front seat and three persons can occupy the back seat. If amongst the seven persons, who wish to travel by this car, only two of them know driving, then the number of ways in which the car can be fully occupied and driven by them, is:
(A) 360 (Correct Answer)
(B) 60
(C) 240
(D) 720
Q 2: If you draw an object measuring 1 cm on the paper, what would it be equivalent to at a scale of 1:100?
(A) 10 cm
(B) 1 meter
(C) 10 meters (Correct Answer)
(D) 1 cm
Q 3: The Indian architect known for designing the Hall of Nations (demolished in 2017) in New Delhi was:
(A) Balkrishna Doshi
(B) Raj Rewal (Correct Answer)
(C) Charles Correa
(D) Laurie Baker
Q 4: Which material is most suitable for long-span tensile structures?
(A) Reinforced concrete
(B) Structural steel
(C) PVC-coated polyester fabric (Correct Answer)
(D) Burnt clay brick
Q 5: The Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur was designed by:
(A) Charles Correa (Correct Answer)
(B) B.V. Doshi
(C) Joseph Allen Stein
(D) Achyut Kanvinde
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the allotted JEE Mains 2027 exam date on their JEE admit card and also on the city intimation slip.
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).
A good score in JEE Mains 2026 is 180 to 210+ marks, which translates to a 99+ percentile.
Candidates can check JoSAA seat allotment result on the official JoSAA website. Candidates will have to log in to their JoSAA account using JEE Main application number and password.
How to Download JEE Main April 7 Answer Key (Memory Based)
As the JEE Main paper 2 exam is over we will share the memory based questions on this page soon. Candidates will be able to download the same using the steps mentioned below -
- Check PDF links (to be activated here).
- Compare marked answers with the solutions provided.
- Use the standard marking scheme (+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect) to calculate your tentative score.
JEE Main 2026 April 7 Question Paper & Answer Key PDF (Soon)
| Exam Shift | Question Paper Link |
Answer Key Link
|
|---|---|---|
| Afternoon 3 om to 6 pm | To be out soon | To be out soon |
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Exam Pattern
| Paper Type |
Subjects Included |
Type of Questions |
Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 2A (B.Arch) |
Maths, Aptitude, and Drawing |
MCQs, Numerical Value Questions, and Drawing (Part III) |
400 |
| Paper 2B (B.Plan) |
Maths, Aptitude, and Planning |
MCQs and Numerical Value Questions |
400 |
Commonly asked questions
No, there is no change in JEE Main 2026 total number of questions and marking scheme. It is the same as pervious year.
JEE Main exam is conducted in online mode as a computer based test. This is conducted in 3 different courses. The exam for B.Tech and B. Plan is completely online while the exam for B.Arch is partially online and drawing part is conducted offline.
Candidates can check JoSAA opening and closing ranks on the official website. They have to enter the details asked to check the list of courses and colleges based on the OR and CR of each counselling round.
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.
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JEE Main 2026: Section-wise Paper Analysis
| Section |
Questions based on |
Analysis |
|---|---|---|
| Maths |
Basic syllabus |
Few lengthy and tricky questions |
| Aptitude & Drawing (B.Arch) |
Questions evaluating visual perception and 2D/3D sketching skills |
Easy, although some found it to be confusing |
| Planning (B.Plan) |
Focuses on urban development issues, social awareness, and fundamental planning concepts. |
To be out soon |
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Schedule
| Event |
Afternoon Shift |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time |
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
| Exam Start Time |
3:00 PM |
| Exam End Time |
6:00 PM |
| Duration |
3 Hours |
Commonly asked questions
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.
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.
Best free mock tests for JEE Mains are previous year question papers. You can also practice NTA mock tests online at nta.ac.in. All mock tests are designed as per JEE Main syllabus and exam pattern.
Yes, JEE Main exam has negative marking. 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Question Paper & Answer Key
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 8 hours ago
BTech admission at GGU is based on JEE Main scores. After seat acceptance at reporting centre student must have to report physically to the institute for final admission as per the timeline given by JoSAA/ CSAB/ Spot counselling.
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Answered 8 hours ago
According to the Lucknow University Cutoff 2026, the rank needed for getting admission in this university is 629691 for the category of General AI. Therefore, this category of students should obtain the rank of 629691 or less than this rank for being eligible for admission in this university.
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Lucknow University CSE cutoff 2026 for the General AI category was 131278 in the last round, and for the BTech CSE (AI) course, the cutoff was 149797 in the same round. To know the last round BTech CSE cutoff for other categories, see the table below.
| Category | BTech CSE | BTech CSE (AI) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 131278 | 149797 |
| OBC | 152450 | 168280 |
| SC | 330025 | 365271 |
| ST | 1020632 | 759618 |
| EWS | 145455 | 157942 |
| PWD | 1264633 | 1150097 |
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Answered 11 hours ago
No, JEE Main is not mandatory for admission in BTech programme of SOA University. It is optional. Aspirants can also appear for SAAT conducted by deemed-to-be university for admission in BTech.
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Apeejay Stya University cutoff 2026 has been released for the General AI category. The closing rank for all the listed programmes stood at 5,99,000 indicating that there was no variation in the Round 1 cutoff across the mentioned B.Tech programmes. These programmes include B.Tech. in Computer Scienc
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At Apeejay Stya University the JEE Main cutoff 2026 Round 1 closing rank for the General-All India category was 5,99,000 across all the B.Tech programmes mentioned.
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Answered 2 days ago
No, JEE Mains is not an accepted entrance exam at R.V. College of Engineering. Candidates must appear in either KCET or COMEDK in order to apply for BE at RVCE.
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Answered 2 days ago
KL University Hyderabad does considers JEE Main score for admission in BTech. However, it is not compulsory. Aspirants with scores in JEE Advanced, Uni-Gauge or state-level Engineering entrance exams and merit in sports/ cultural activities can also get admission. Candidates can also appear for KLEE
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Yes, you can participate in Amrita CSAP even if you have not appeared for AEEE with JEE scores.
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I would say CSE at GFTI would be a better option if you are not sure about which branch
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