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Mathematics is considered one of the most challenging sections in JEE Mains. In recent times, this subject has emerged as the most time-consuming and lengthy section. Therefore, it is very important that the candidates are familiar with the most important topics from each chapter of the JEE Mains Maths syllabus.

Mathematics is considered one of the most challenging sections in JEE Mains. In recent times, this subject has emerged as the most time-consuming and lengthy section. Therefore, it is very important that the candidates are familiar with the most important topics from each chapter of the JEE Mains Maths syllabus. The best way to ace this subject is to practice JEE Mains Maths chapter-wise PYQs. Check below.

JEE Mains PYQ Chapterwise for Maths

JEE Mains PYQ Chapterwise for Maths

JEE Mains PYQ Chapterwise for Maths: On this page, candidates can check and doenload the JEE Mains previous year question papers for Maths chapterwise. The chapter-wise JEE Mains Maths previous year papers will help candidates practice the most important questions from Maths. Chapter-wise PYQs of JEE Mains will also help candidates prepare topic-wise important questions in an organised manner. Shiksha experts have compiled below the JEE Main chapter-wise Maths PYQs for aspirants preparing for the upcoming NTA JEE Mains attempt. Check below.

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  • JEE Mains Chapterwise PYQs for Maths - Dowload PDF
  • JEE Main Previous Year Question Paper PDF Download
  • JEE Mains Maths Important Topics
  • How to Prepare Using JEE Mains Maths PYQs?
  • JEE Main 2026 January Session Question Paper Solved PDFs

JEE Mains Chapterwise PYQs for Maths - Dowload PDF

From the table below candidaes can download the JEE Mains PYQs for Maths:

Chapter Name

Most Repeated Questions in JEE Main Math - Download PDF

Differential equations

JEE Main Linear Differential Equation Past Year Papers

Area under the Curve

JEE Main Area Under Curve Past Year Papers

Sequence and Series

JEE Main Sequence and Series Past Year Papers

Binomial Theorem

JEE Main Binomial Past Year Papers

Sets and Relations, Functions

JEE Main Sets, Relations and Functions Past Year Papers

Quadratic equations

JEE Main Quadratic Equations Past Year Papers

Matrices and Determinants

JEE Main Matrices and Determinants Past Year Papers

JEE Main Previous Year Question Paper PDF Download

Download the full JEE Main previous year question papers here. Solve papers to evaluate your JEE Mains exam preparation, know the topics asked in various years and the difficulty level of the overall exam.
Year JEE Main Previous Year Question Papers PDF
2026 JEE Main 2026 January Question Paper with Solutions
2025 JEE Main 2025 Question Paper with Solutions
2024 JEE Main 2024 Question Paper with Solutions
2023 JEE Main 2023 Question Paper with Solutions
2022 JEE Main 2022 Question Papers with Solution
2021 JEE Main 2021 Question Paper with Solutions

JEE Mains Maths Important Topics

Besides solving the JEE Mains Math chapter-wise PYQs, candidates should also know what the most important and high-weightage topics are in JEE Main Maths. Check below the most important Maths topics that every JEE Main candidate should properly practice for the exam:

  1. Coordinate Geometry
  2. Straight Lines and Circles
  3. Conic Sections (Ellipse and Parabola)
  4. Trigonometry
  5. Calculus
  6. Vectors & 3D Geometry
  7. Matrices and Determinants
  8. Sequences and Series
  9. Probability
  10. Relations
  11. Quadratic Equations

Also Read: JEE Main 2026 Chapter Wise Weightage: Topics Covered in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics

How to Prepare Using JEE Mains Maths PYQs?

Check below some tips to efficiently use the JEE Main chapter-wise Maths PYQs to practice for the exam:

  • Focus on the latest trend from 2020 to 2025: Stick to these years as they reflect the current NTA difficulty level and question style.
  • Go Chapter-wise: Finish the theory for one chapter (like Matrices), then solve all its PYQs immediately to lock in the logic.
  • Use a Timer: Mathematics is the "time-killer." Give yourself exactly 2–3 minutes per question to build exam speed.
  • Mark "Star" Questions: Circle the problems you could not solve on the first try. These are your most important revision tools.
  • Analyse the Solutions: Do not just check the answer. If you got it wrong, understand the specific step or formula where you tripped up.
  • Prioritise High-Weightage: Master Vectors, 3D Geometry, and Calculus first; they appear every year and offer high "return on investment."
  • Maintain a Formula Sheet: Write down every shortcut or identity you find in the PYQs that was not in your textbook.
  • Re-solve Mistakes: Once a week, go back and solve only the "Star" questions you marked earlier without looking at the hints.
  • Identify "Trap" Questions: Learn to spot lengthy calculations (like some Integration or PnC problems) so you can skip them and save time.
  • Take Full Mock Tests: Once you finish the syllabus, solve full year-wise JEE Mains question papers in a 3-hour sitting to build mental stamina.

JEE Main 2026 January Session Question Paper Solved PDFs

Apart from solving the Maths chapter-wise PYQs, we highly recommend that the candidates solve the JEE Mains 2026 session 1 full-length papers. This will help candidates understand the latest trend of the exam, difficulty level and most asked topics.

Date JEE Main 2026 January Question Papers Solutions and Answer Keys
January 21 JEE Main 2026 Jan 21 Question Paper Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Jan 21 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 1
JEE Main 2026 Jan 21 Question Paper Shift 2 JEE Main 2026 Jan 21 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 2
January 22 JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Question Paper Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 1
JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Question Paper Shift 2 JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 2
January 23 JEE Main 2026 Jan 23 Question Paper Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Jan 23 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 1
JEE Main 2026 Jan 23 Question Paper Shift 2 JEE Main 2026 Jan 23 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 2
January 24 JEE Main 2026 Jan 24 Question Paper Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Jan 24 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 1
JEE Main 2026 Jan 24 Question Paper Shift 2 JEE Main 2026 Jan 24 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 2
January 28 JEE Main 2026 Jan 28 Question Paper Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Jan 28 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 1
JEE Main 2026 Jan 28 Question Paper Shift 2 JEE Main 2026 Jan 28 Answer Key & Solutions Shift 2

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Q:   Is it enough to learn from NCERT textbook to clear JEE Main 2026?
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While NCERT books are good to begin the JEE Mains preparation, students should not study only NCERT. As JEE Mains exam is known to test candidates conceptual and analytical skills, and to have all the knowledge that would help in achieving a good score, candidates must also refer other study materials as recommended by teachers to prepae for the exam.

Q:   Which books are best for JEE Mains?
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Some of the best books for JEE Main preparation are as follows:

For Physics, candidates can refer to: NCERT Class 11 and 12 Textbooks, Concepts of Physics (Vol. 1 and 2) by HC Verma, Fundamentals of Physics by Halliday, Resnick & Walker and Problems in General Physics by I.E Irodov.

For Maths, candidates should refer to the NCERT Class 11 and 12 Textbooks and Objective Mathematics by RD Sharma.

For Chemistry, candidates can check books like NCERT Textbooks for classes 11 and 12, Modern Approach to Chemical Calculations by RC Mukherjee, and Organic Chemistry by OP Tandon.

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A: 
Candidates can check here the important chapters for JEE Main Physics Chemistry and Mathematics Physics Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism (Equal importance) Modern Physics Optics Heat and Thermodynamics and Waves Sound Measurement and errors Chemistry Gaseous State Chemical Kinetics Organic Chemistry Reactions of Benzene Ores and Metallurgy Thermodynamics Polymers Environmental Chemistry Mathematics Algebra Trigonometry Analytical Geometry Differential Calculus Integral Calculus Vectors.
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