NTA has conducted the JEE Main January 22 Shift 2 exam. Candidates can check the JEE Main today paper analysis Jan 22 shift 2 here to understand the exam difficulty level and subjectwise weightage of topics. JEE Main 22 Jan shft 1 paper analysis and question paper PDF is also available on this page.
JEE Main 22 Jan Shift 1 & 2 Paper Analysis: The NTA conducted JEE Main 2026 January 22 shift 1 & 2 paper today. The first shift of JEE Main 2026 was conducted from 9 am to 12 pm and shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm.
Candidates can check here JEE Main 2026 22 Jan paper analysis for shift 1 and 2 to know the difficulty level of exam, topics covered, expected cutoff and memory based questions. As per the intial reaction from students who had appeared in the exam, JEE Main 22 Jan 2026 shift 2 paper was moderate in difficulty level. The analysis of JEE Main 2026 has been prepared based on students feedback who have appeared for the exam. Students will soon be provided here the memory based JEE Main question papers 2026 January 22 shift 2 and the answer key. The JEE Main analysis 2026 has been prepared by the expert faculties. Students can calculate their expected score on the basis of JEE Main 2026 analysis, question papers and answer key.
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JEE Main 2026 Analysis January 22 Shift 2 Overall Analysis
The paper was similar to JEE Main Jan 22 2026 first shift exam. It was of easy to moderate level with some good questions interspersed from various topics. Most of the questions in today JEE Main 2026 exam were either directly taken from NCERT or were closely based on NCERT concepts. More detailed anysis to follow.
Topics Covered in JEE Main 22 January Shift 2 Paper 2026
| Subjects | Topics Covered |
| Physics | Ray optics, Fluid Mechanics |
| Chemistry | General Organic Chemistry, Chemical Bonding |
| Mathematics | Sequence & Series, Vectors and 3D |
JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Shift 2 Analysis Chemistry
Easy and NCERT Based: Section 1 comprised 20 multiple choice questions, whereas section 2 contained 5 numerical based questions. Some students reported that a couple of questions involved lengthy calculations, but these questions could be avoided by exercising internal choice.
The paper was easy to moderate; almost all the topics were covered. The chapters of classes 11 and 12 were given almost equal weightage and, by and large, based on NCERT content. Organic Chemistry was sufficiently asked, followed by Physical and Inorganic branches.
JEE Main 22 Jan 2026 Shift 2 Analysis Physics
Easy to Moderate: In a paper of 30 questions, there were two sections, Section 1 contained 20 single option correct type MCQs, whereas Section 2 contained 5 numerical based questions. Questions were asked from Mechanics, Electrostatics, Magnetism, Current Electricity, Heat and Thermodynamics and optics. Some of the questions involved lengthy calculations, but overall, it was an easy to moderate level paper.
JEE Main 2026 January 22 Shift 2 Analysis Maths
Moderate to Difficult: As in the other subjects, this part also contained two sections, Sections 1 contained 20 MCQ with single option correct type. It contained questions on Algebra, Calculus, coordinate Geometry, Vector and Three Dimensional Geometry. Section 2 was comprised of 5 numerical based questions. As usual, a few questions involved lengthy calculations. Some students reported that a few questions were somewhat tricky.
Commonly asked questions
Clearing the JEE Main exam in first attempt is not a difficult task. Several students clear JEE Main while in class 12. One thing that makes it easy to clear JEE Main with class 12 is that students are in regular touch of most JEE syllabus. To score good marks in JEE Main in the first attempt, it is advised that you study class 11 and 12 topics thoroughly, clear all the concepts and solve mock test papers. Also, NCERT books which you study in class 11 and 12 are the best books for JEE Main preparation. Students must study NCERT properly and solve all the questions in the book and do not memorize the concepts as some students do rather understand the concepts.
JEE Main 2026 Analysis January 22: Must read topics for upcoming exams
The questions from NCERT syllabus particularly in physics and chemistry chapters like system of particles and rotational motion, current electricity, electrical potential and capacitance, ray optics are significant in physics.
In chemistry, chapters like chemical bonding and molecular structure, bio-molecules, polymers, aldehydes, ketones and carboxylic acids, equilibrium and coordination compounds carry weightage.
In Mathematics, chapters like the application of derivatives, definite integrals, matrices and determinants, sequences and series, probability and complex numbers are must-read chapters besides developing understanding and building exam temperament.
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Lovely Professional University does not have a fixed “JEE Main cutoff” for admission. While JEE Main scores are accepted, admission to B.Tech programs is primarily based on LPUNEST, JEE Main percentile, or qualifying exam performance. Instead of a strict cutoff, LPU uses eligibility criteria such as
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No, Shetty Institute of Technology does not accept JEE Main. Students do not have to submit JEE scores. Instead, students need to appear for the CET exam. The institute may accept other tests for management quota admissions.
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Answered 2 days ago
SGT University considers JEE Main scores for admission to BTech. Candidates are also selected for BTech courses based on their merit or CUET scores. However, the preference is given to candidates with JEE Main scores.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered 2 days ago
For general students 60 marks is not good enough for admission in top NITs or IIITs. 60 marks will be around 80 percentile and will give rank between 1.5 and 2.5 lakhs.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
A score of 70 marks in JEE Mains is considered average to below-average for General category students. This corresponds to a percentile around 88 to 91.
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Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 days ago
The JEE Main cutoff score means the minimum percentile needed to qualify for JEE Advanced.
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Answered 3 days ago
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College offers scholarships to BTech students with AIR up to 25,000 in JEE. Hence, JEE Main rank is required for scholarship. Below is the detailed criteria:
| AIR in JEE Examination | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| 1-10,000 | Equivalent to 100% of tuition fees |
| 10,001-15,000 | Equivalent to 75% of tuition fees |
| 15,001-20,000 | Equivalent to 50% of tuition fees |
| 20,001-25,000 | Equivalent to 25% of tuition fees |
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Answered 4 days ago
The JEE Main cutoff for SVNIT Surat has remained somewhat similar in the past three years. Students can refer to the table below to have a better understanding of the cutoff pattern at the SVNIT Surat:
| Course | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 17208 | 16328 | 17293 |
| BTech in Electrical Engineering | 25025 | 24015 | 25143 |
| BTech in Artificial Intelligence | 12514 | 13273 | 13134 |
| BTech in Electronics and VLSI Engineering | – / – | 19197 | 18945 |
| BTech in Mathematics and Computing | – / – | 12569 | 13533 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 days ago
The JEE Main 2026 session 2 results are expected to be released by April 20, as per the official information by NTA.
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Answered a week ago
Yes, students have a decent chance of getting admission in RGPV Bhopal with 80 percentile in JEE Main through DTE MP counselling. However, to get admission in top branches, such as CSE, this may not be enough. Students can check the past year cutoffs to know more.
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