How Aspirants Should Plan JEE Main 2026 Preparation Based on Day 1 Difficulty Level and Topics
Aspirants preparing for JEE Main 2026 should plan their studies now based on important topics and understanding exam’s day 1 difficulty level. Know how aspirants can prepare based on JEE Main day 1 difficulty level
JEE Main 2026 Preparation Based on Day 1 Difficulty Level and Topics
JEE Main 2026: National Testing Agency is conducting JEE Mains exam 2026 for session 1 on January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29. JEE Main BE/BTech exam is scheduled on first five days in two shifts on each day. This means there will be a total of 10 shifts in JEE Main 2026. Hence, everyday there will be difference in JEE Main difficulty level.
Candidates appearing for exam on other days are advised to start preparing based on previous day JEE Main 2026 difficulty level. As of now, JEE Main day 1 exam has been conducted. Those appearing on other days can check JEE Main 2026 difficulty level and topics and prepare according to that.
JEE Main 2026 January 21 Difficulty Level and Topics
Check table to know JEE Main shift-wise difficulty level and types of questions asked in exam
| Subject |
Shift 1 Difficulty |
Shift 2 Difficulty |
Types of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics |
Tough & Lengthy |
Moderate/Tough |
Calculations were complex and time-consuming in both |
| Physics |
Moderate |
Moderate |
Formula and conceptual |
| Chemistry |
Easy to Moderate |
Easy / Doable |
Directly from NCERT especially inorganic Chemistry |
| Overall |
Moderate to Tough |
Moderate |
Time management for Maths section |
JEE Main 2026 January 21 Topics Asked
Candidates can check important topics asked in JEE Main day 1 exam
| Sections |
Topics Asked |
|---|---|
| Physics |
Thermodynamics, fluids, energy, and EM waves, Friction, Gravitation, Potential Energy, Wave optics |
| Chemistry |
Questions in Chemistry were from organic, but the weightage of inorganic was more |
| Mathematics |
Vector and calculus, differential, coordinate, circle, statistics, probability, ellipse, inverse trigonometry |
| Overall |
Thermodynamics, fluids, energy, and EM waves, Friction, Gravitation, Potential Energy, Wave optics, Vector and calculus, differential, coordinate, circle, statistics, probability, ellipse, inverse trigonometry. |
According to day 1 of JEE Main
- Physics: A balance of conceptual and application based questions on mechanics, electromagnetism, modern physics, and thermodynamics.
- Chemistry: NCERT fundamentals are important especially in Physical and Organic Chemistry while Inorganic Chemistry questions are often direct.
- Mathematics: The paper usually demands a combination of conceptual understanding and speed, with topics like Calculus, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, and Probability taking precedence.
Conceptual Clarity Before Speed
Rather than rushing through chapters, aspirants should focus on understanding fundamental concepts, especially in Physics and Chemistry. For Mathematics, formula derivations and problem-solving techniques are important.
Daily Time Management in JEE Main 2026
Experts based on day 1 JEE Main difficulty level has recommend a balanced study schedule
- 2 to 3 hours for Physics
- 2 to 3 hours for Chemistry
- 3 to 4 hours for Mathematics
Practice JEE Main Questions Regularly
Solving basic problems from NCERT textbooks and standard reference books. This approach reinforces understanding and exposes gaps early. For JEE Main 2026, start smart, focus on concepts and practice. With this approach, aspirants can face increasing JEE Main difficulty level with confidence.
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