JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Shift 2 question paper answer key solutions OUT: Students can check memory-based questions and answer key PDF below. According to the students, this shift was one of the tough shift so far from the January 2026 session. Read below to download JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 shift 2 questions for free, analysis, marks vs percentile, and expected JEE Mains 2026 cutoff marks.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Shift 2 Paper Download with Solutions PDF
JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 shift 2 question paper and answer key PDF is now available. Students appearing for JEE Main 2026 exam can check January 22 evening shift question paper along with the subject-wise JEE Main today paper analysis. The BTech engineering entrance exam was conducted for 300 marks. With the help of the question paper of JEE Mains, students can calculate their probable scores. The question paper PDF provided below are unofficial created based on student's memory.
According to students, Jan 22 shift 2 was one of the toughest session in JEE Mains 2026. In addition, students can find details regarding paper analysis, expected marks vs percentile of Jan 22 shift 2, cutoff marks, and more.
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- JEE Main January 2026 Shift-Wise Questions with Answer Key Solutions
- JEE Main 2026 Marks Vs Percentile (Expected)
- NTA JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff
JEE Mains Result 2026 Date Revised
The National Testing Agency has delayed the JEE Main 2026 result date for session 1. NTA will now announce JEE Main result 2026 session 1 by February 16. Candidates can check their result at candidate login using their application number and date of birth.
JEE Main 2026 Official Answer Key Response Sheet OUT
NTA released JEE Main provisional and final answer key on Feb 4. The last date to challenge answer key was Feb 6 (11:50 pm). Candidates can check step below on how to check official JEE Mains response sheet and answer key below-
- Go to official website of JEE Main
- Click on answer key for session 1 under the candidate activity session
- Get JEE question paper, answer key and response sheet
- Download and calculate scores
Also read: JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key date session 1
JEE Mains 2026 Jan 22 Shift 2 Session: Expected Marks Vs Percentile
| Shift | Marks | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 2 | 219+ marks | 99.9 Percentile |
| 153+ marks | 99 Percentile | |
| 99+ marks | 95 Percentile | |
| 88+ marks | 93.24 Percentile |
According to experts, 50 marks in JEE Main percentile is likely to fall around 73.2 to 87.51.
Commonly asked questions
The JEE Main Answer Key is an official document released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) that lists the correct answers for all questions asked on the exam day.
The JEE Main 2026 session 2 final answer key has been released.
The details needed to doenload the JEE Mains answer key 2026 are the application number and password.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Shift 2: Unofficial Question Paper Answer Key Download Free
The memory-based JEE Mains Day 2 Question Paper 2026 with answer key can be checked below. With the help of the unofficial answer key of JEE Main, students can calculate their probable scores. These question paper answer key sets can also be helpful for students who are appearing for JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam.
| JEE Main 2026 January 22 Shift 2 Answer Key PDF Download |
JEE Mains 2026 Jan 22 Evening Shift Paper Analysis
NTA JEE Main January 22 Shift 2 was the toughest out of all sessions, followed by Jan 23 Shift 2 till now. Here is a detailed breakdown of subject-wise paper analysis of JEE Mains 2026 Jan 22 second shift below -
| Subjects | Difficulty level of JEE Mains Jan 22 shift 2 | Important topics covered |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | Tough and lengthy. Questions were time-consuming. | Sequence, vector & 3D, integration, functions, sets, and probability |
| Physics | Physics was moderate and was consistent like last year. It was more conceptual with predictable format of questions. | Ray optics, Fluid mechanics, Rotation, Inertia, Semiconductors, Logic Gates, Ray Optics, and Thermodynamics. |
| Chemistry | Moderate to difficult | d-block, p-block, ionic, buffer, entropy, and chemical kinetics. |
Here's a brief analysis by Ujjwal Singh, Founding CEO, Infinity Learn by Sri Chaitanya -
- Difficulty level of chemistry questions were 10% higher than January 2025 session question papers.
- For physics, the difficulty level was consistent compared to last year.
- Mathematics, being the toughest of all three shifts had lengthy and time-consuming questions. Also Read: JEE Main 2026 Maths difficulty level and paper analysis
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the JEE Mains answer key link on the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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.
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.
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JEE Main 2026 January 22 Shift 2 Answer Key PDF
The JEE Main Jan 22 shift 2 answer key helps calculate probable scores and predict their admission chances using the JEE Main college predictor tool. Candidates can download question paper answer ky by coaching institutes below.
| JEE Mains 2026 January answer key and solutions |
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper Analysis and Solutions by Sri Chaitanya Academy (Infinity Learn)
Commonly asked questions
The CSAB counselling is conducted after the completion of JoSAA. The dates of CSAB is announced after the last round JoSAA counselling at csab.nic.in. The counselling process will begin with the CSAB NEUT round, followed by the special round, and finally the supernumerary round. The schedule for the CSAB NEUT round, as well as the special and supernumerary rounds will differ.
Yes. Birth certificate is needed to prove age in JoSAA counselling. But if you do not have the birth certificate, then you can upload Aadhaar card or Class 10 marksheet/certificate.
Candidates can check their All India Rank on their JEE Main 2026 session 2 scorecard.
How to calculate scores using the memory-based JEE Main 2026 question paper answer key?
To evaluate your scores, it is important to understand JEE Mains exam pattern and marking scheme. The process to calculate probable marks in JEE Main 2026 can be checked below -
- Click on the question paper answer key PDF link available here
- Download and save
- Now using JEE Main marking scheme, add 4 marks for correct answer and deduct 1 mark for an incorrect answer.
4*(Number of Correct Answers) - 1*(Number of Wrong Answers) = Candidate’s Scores
JEE Main January 2026 Shift-Wise Questions with Answer Key Solutions
After exam concludes, JEE Main 2026 question paper with solutions (all shifts) can be checked here.
| Date |
Shift 1 |
Shift 2 |
|---|---|---|
| January 21, 2026 |
JEE Main 21 Jan Shift 1 2026 Question Papers with Answer Key |
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| January 22, 2026 |
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| January 23, 2026 |
JEE Main Jan 23 2026 Shift 2 Question Papers with Answer Key Solutions |
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| Jan 24 |
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Commonly asked questions
The official website for CSAB counselling is csab.nic.in. This website hosts the schedule and details related to CSAB counselling for all rounds - Special, NEUT and Supernumerary.
If the JEE Main answer key challenge has been accepted, NTA will inform the students via email. Keep an eye on your mailbox.
JEE Main 2026 Marks Vs Percentile (Expected)
Based on the past-year’s cutoff trends and expert analysis and predictions, students can check expected JEE Main marks vs percentile details below.
| JEE Main Marks |
Expected Percentile |
Expected Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 240 – 280+ |
99.9+ |
1 – 1,200 |
| 210 – 240 |
99.5 – 99.9 |
1,200 – 6,000 |
| 180 – 210 |
99.0 – 99.5 |
6,000 – 12,000 |
| 160 – 180 |
98.0 – 99.0 |
12,000 – 25,000 |
| 140 – 160 |
97.0 – 98.0 |
25,000 – 35,000 |
| 120 – 140 |
95.0 – 97.0 |
35,000 – 60,000 |
| 100 – 120 |
90.0 – 95.0 |
60,000 – 1.1 lakh |
| 70 – 100 |
80.0 – 90.0 |
1.1 – 2.5 lakh |
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NTA JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff
Since there is no minimum qualifying mark for JEE Main 2026. However, NTA releases a qualifying cutoff to appear for JEE Advanced. Check the expected cutoff for all categories 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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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 17 hours ago
Students who are applying for BTech admissions at Jain University Bangalore must give the JEE Main exam and meet the required cutoff.
Candidates who have received their session 2 result can follow the steps below:
- Check recent Jain Bangalore cutoffs to compare one's score.
- Apply through the university
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered 20 hours ago
LPU JEE Main cutoffs for BTech hover around 80 percentile for general category in high-demand branches like CSE, based on recent trends, though it varies by specialisation and seats. LPUNEST offers an alternative with ranks under 1,20,000. The innovative curriculum ties directly to industry needs, b
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Beginner-Level 1
Answered Yesterday
With 93.95 percentile in JEE Main (EWS category), your rank is around 65,000–70,000, which gives you realistic chances in newer NITs, some IIITs, and state government colleges.
🎓 Government Colleges You Can Target
- Newer NITs: NIT Agartala, NIT Arunachal Pradesh, NIT Mizoram, NIT Nagaland, NIT Manipur
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
With a JEE Main 2026 percentile of 81.40 and SC category rank of 2,91,970, admission to top NITs like Surathkal, Trichy, Warangal, Allahabad, Jaipur, Calicut is not possible. Their SC cutoffs for even lower branches usually close around 20,000–40,000 rank.
NIT Admission Chances (SC Category)
- Top NITs
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
With a 70 percentile in JEE Main (General category) and being from Andhra Pradesh (AP), here's a clear picture of your admission chances:
What 70 Percentile Means
- Approximate rank: 3,00,000 – 4,50,000.
- NITs/IIITs via JoSAA: Not possible, since even the lowest cutoffs for Civil/Mechanical in newer NITs
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
JoSAA (NIT/IIIT/GFTI): ❌ Not possible.
State Govt Colleges (REAP Rajasthan): ✅ Possible, but mostly in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical.
Private Universities: ✅ Strong chance for CSE/IT/ECE.
👉 My advice:
Fill REAP AND OTHER STATES counseling for Rajasthan government colleges (you may get Civil/Mechanical/E
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
With a JEE Main rank of 81,473, you have a realistic chance of admission to NIT Srinagar, but mostly in branches other than Computer Science or IT. Based on the 2025 cutoffs, you are more likely to get Mechanical, Civil, or possibly Electrical Engineering under the Home State quota.
Admission Chanc
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
NIT Puducherry BTech admissions are highly unlikely with 75 percentile in JEE Main, especially for the General category. The institute sees a high cutoff for BTech's All India Quota. With 75 percentile, admission may be possible for reserved categories. Students can check the last year cutoff to kno
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered Yesterday
JECRC Foundation offers seats to candidates via REAP Counselling based on JEE Main scores of the aspirants. The preference is given to candidates with JEE Main scores. Once the seat is allotted, aspirants need to report at the college campus for document verification and fee payment.
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Guide-Level 15
Answered Yesterday
Aspirants without JEE Main score can get admission in BTech Computer Science & Engineering based on their percentile in Class 12 or Diploma in Engineering and Technology. However, the preference is given to applicants with JEE Main scores.
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