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Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )

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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern: The NTA has released the JEE Mains exam pattern 2026. Candidates preparing for the JEE Mains 2026 can check here exam pattern to understand total number of questions in JEE Main, time duration, and marking scheme of the question paper.

JEE Main 2026 consists of three papers: Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech), Paper 2A (BArch), and Paper 2B (BPlan). The JEE Main exam for B.E./B. Tech (Paper 1) will consist of three sections - Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics consisting of 75 MCQs carrying 300 marks, and the test will be conducted online as a computer-based test. JEE Main Paper 2A will consist of 77 questions carrying 400 marks, and the BPlan paper will have 100 MCQs of 400 marks. JEE Main Paper 2 will be conducted online except the drawing section of Paper 2A, which is conducted offline.

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Table of contents
  • JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Overview
  • JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BTech/BE (Paper 1)
  • JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for BArch (Paper 2A)
  • JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BPlan (Paper 2B)
  • JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme for BE/BTech & BArch/BPlan
  • JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern: Total Number of Questions
  • Important Topics in JEE Main 2026
  • JEE Main Syllabus 2026
  • JEE Main Mock Test 2026
  • JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs
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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Overview

Candidates can check the table below to get an overview of the JEE Main exam pattern for all three papers. 

JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026

Aspect

Paper 1 (BE/BTech)

Paper 2A (BArch)

Paper 2B (BPlan)

Mode of Exam

Online (Computer-Based)

Mathematics & Aptitude: Online

Drawing: Offline

Online (Computer-Based)

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test

Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-based Questions

Total Duration

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

Total Marks

300 marks (100 per subject)

400 marks

400 marks

Number of Questions

Physics - 25

Chemistry - 25

Mathematics - 25

Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs),

Aptitude- 50,

Drawing- 2

Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs)

Aptitude- 50

Planning- 25

Numerical Value Questions

5 per subject, all compulsory

5 in Math, attempt all 5

5 in Math, all compulsory

Question Types

20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (per subject)

MCQs (Math & Aptitude), Drawing Tasks (pen & paper)

MCQs + Numerical Value + Planning-based questions

Marking Scheme

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Languages Offered

Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc.

Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc.

Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, etc.

Is there any change in JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026?

No, there is no change in the exam pattern of JEE Mains 2026. The NTA made updates to its pattern in 2025, and as per the new pattern, section B of the JEE Main Question Paper for BE/BTech have no optional questions. There will be only 5 questions per subject in Section B, and students must answer all 5 questions. Similarly, in Papers 2A and 2B, there will be no optional questions in the Mathematics section of Section B.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?
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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.

Q:   Is there any change in marking scheme and total number of questions in JEE Main 2026?
A: 

No, there is no change in JEE Main 2026 total number of questions and marking scheme. It is the same as pervious year.

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JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BTech/BE (Paper 1)

Candidates can check here the complete details of JEE Main 2026 exam pattern. The NTA has not made any changes in the exam pattern this year. The table below covers all the important components of JEE Main Pattern for Paper-1 (BTech):

JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BTech (Paper 1)

Particulars

Details

Exam mode

Online (computer-based)

Number of sections and subjects

3 (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics)

Duration of exam

3 hours (180 minutes)

4 hours for PwD candidates

Type of questions

MCQs: 4 options with only 1 correct option

Numerical Value Questions: Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value

Section A (MCQ)

Mathematics: 20
Physics: 20
Chemistry: 20

Section B (Numerical Value)

Mathematics: 5 
Physics: 5
Chemistry: 5

In Section B, candidates have to attempt all five questions from each section.

How many questions are in JEE Mains

75

JEE Mains Total Marks

300 marks

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Do I need to attempt all the questions in JEE Main exam?
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NO, it is compulsory to attempt all questions in the JEE Main exam. The JEE Main exam has negative marking and candidates must answer only those questions for which they know the correct answer. Students must note that there are no minimum marks in JEE Main that students need to score. Students gets All India Rank based on the marks they secure in exam and gets admission based on that rank.

Q:   How is JEE Main conducted, online or offline?
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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.

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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for BArch (Paper 2A)

Candidates preparing for the Architecture paper can check details of the exam pattern for Paper 2A (BArch) here.

JEE Main Paper 2 Exam Pattern (BArch)

Particulars

Details

Exam mode

Online (Mathematics and Aptitude) and offline (Drawing test)

Number of sections and subjects

3 (Drawing, Mathematics, and Aptitude)

Duration of exam

3 hours (180 minutes)

Sections

Mathematics (Part I) 20 MCQ and 5 Numerical Value Questions
Aptitude Test (Part II) 50
Drawing Test (Part III) 02

Number of questions

77

Type of questions

Mathematics and Aptitude: Objective-type questions

Drawing: Questions to test the candidate’s drawing and sketching skills

Total Marks of JEE Mains

400 marks (Drawing section will be of a total of 100 marks, marking of every question will be given along with it)

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Will there be any break in JEE Main 2026 exam?
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JEE Main exam is held for 3 hours continuously without any break. Candidates are allowed to leave exam hall only after 3 hours of the test are over.

Q:   Are calculators allowed inside exam centre in JEE Main exam?
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Students are not allowed to carry calculators inside the exam centre in JEE Main exam. Students can use the virtual calculator available on the screen during the exam. Virtual calculators will be available on the computer screen of students during the JEE Main exam.

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JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BPlan (Paper 2B)

Candidates can check here the exam pattern of Paper 2B (BPlan) to know marking scheme, total number of questions, exam duration and other aspects of question paper.

JEE Main BPlan Exam Pattern

Particulars

Details

Exam mode

Online

Number of sections and subjects

3 (Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning-Based Questions)

Duration of exam

3 hours (180 minutes)

Sections

Mathematics: 20 questions and 5 Numerical Value Questions

Aptitude: 50

Planning Based Questions: 25

Number of questions

100

Type of questions

Mathematics and Aptitude

Planning-Based Questions - Multiple-Choice Questions

Total Marks of JEE Mains

400

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many questions are asked in JEE Main exam?
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Paper 1 has 75 questions where Physics Chemistry and Mathematics, each section has 25 questions. Out of 25 questions, 20 are MCQs and five are numerical value questions. You must answer all 5 numerical value-type questions. All 20 multiple-choice questions are compulsory. Complete all 75 questions in 3 hours.

Q:   Is there any change in JEE Main 2026 exam pattern?
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No, NTA has not announced any change in JEE Main 2026 exam pattern. However, NTA made changes in JEE Main exam pattern in 2025. As per the current JEE exam pattern, the total number of questions in JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/BTech) are 75, 25 each from Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Also, there are no optional question in section B in any subject. Students will need to answer all 5 questions in section B from all three subjects. The marking scheme and total marks remain the same.

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JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme for BE/BTech & BArch/BPlan

The table given below provides details of the marking scheme of the JEE Main 2026 exam for Paper 1 & Paper 2.

Particulars

BE/BTech Marking Scheme

BArch Marking Scheme

BPlan Marking Scheme

Correct Answer

+4 (Four marks awarded)

+4 (Four marks awarded)

+4 (Four marks awarded)

Incorrect Answer

-1 (One mark deducted)

-1 (One mark deducted)

-1 (One mark deducted)

Un-attempted Question

0 (No marks deducted)

0 (No marks deducted)

0 (No marks deducted)

Marks per section

 

Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks

Physics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks

Chemistry: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks

Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks

Aptitude Test: 50 questions X 4 marks = 200 marks

Drawing test: 2 questions X 50 marks = 100 marks

Mathematics: 25 questions X 4 marks = 100 marks

Aptitude Test = 50 questions X 4 marks = 200 marks

Planning Based Questions = 25 X 4 marks = 100 marks

JEE Main 2026 Mock Test is a comprehensive Test including Questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. This test will help you to get an idea about the type of questions that will be asked, the exam pattern, and the marking scheme. After taking the test, you can immediately check your score. You can also download the Question Paper along with answers and explanations for Free. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there negative marking in JEE Main?
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Yes, JEE Main exam has negative marking. 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.

Q:   Can I complete JEE Main syllabus in 6 months?
A: 

JEE Mains syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering that almost every topic of JEE syllabus is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, completing the syllabus does not mean that candidates will get a good score. JEE Main exam tests your conceptual and analytical understanding of topics. To get a good score, you need to have good understanding of core concepts and also use to of applying them in solving numerical questions.

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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern: Total Number of Questions

JEE Main 2026 will have three separate papers for BTech, BArch, and BPlan. The total no. of questions will be different for each of these papers. The breakup of subject-wise questions is given below for all three papers.

Total Questions in JEE Mains Paper 1 (BTech)

Subjects in Paper-1

Section-A

Section-B

Question Paper Design

Mathematics

20

5

  • Each subject will have two sections, sections A and B.
  • Section A will have Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Numerical Value Questions.

Physics

20

5

Chemistry

20

5

Total

75

Total Questions in JEE Mains Paper 2A (BArch)

Subjects in Paper-2A (BArch)

Section-A

Section-B

Question Paper Design

Mathematics Part I

20

5

  • Part -1 will have two sections. Section A will be of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value

Aptitude Test Part II

50

Drawing Test Part III

02

Total

77

Total Questions in JEE Mains Paper 2B (BPlan)

Subjects in Paper-2B (BPlanning)

Section-A

Section-B

Question Paper Design

Mathematics Part I

20

5

  • Part -1 will have two sections.
  • Section A will be of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value
  • In Section B, candidates have to attempt all five questions out of 5.

Aptitude Test Part II

50

-

Planning-Based Questions Part III

25

-

Total

100

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How do I balance school studies with JEE Main preparation?
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Students who are in class 12 and would also be appearing in JEE Mains 2026 exam mostly find it difficult to manage both their class/school and JEE studies. However, all these students have an advantage over others/droppers aspirants as there are many common topics in class 12 and JEE.

To benefit, they must identify all the topics that are common and study those first. Secondly, cover the topics that have more weightage in class 12 and complete them. Before a few days of JEE Mains, study specifically for JEE. This way, they can manage both class 12 and JEE efficiently. 

Q:   What type of questions are asked in JEE Main?
A: 

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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Important Topics in JEE Main 2026

Candidates can check here for details about important chapters in JEE Main 2026, which should be prepared for the exam. The JEE Main important chapters have been compiled based on the previous year's weightage of topics in the JEE Main exam 2026. 

Mathematics

  • Inverse Trigonometric Functions,
  • Circles and Family of Circles,
  • Sequence and Series,
  • Probability,
  • Vectors,
  • Quadratic equations and expressions, Complex numbers,
  • Matrices,
  • Parabola,
  • Hyperbola in coordinate geometry
  • Functions
  • Limits
  • Continuity and Differentiability
  • Application of derivatives
  • and Definite integral in calculus.

Physics

  • Current Electricity & Heat Transfer, Dimensional Analysis, Gravitation & Electrostatics,
  • Geometrical Optics
  • Waves & Sounds, Thermodynamics,
  • Kinetic Theory of Gases and Rotational Dynamics Electromagnetic Induction.

Chemistry

  • Physical Chemistry: Mole concept & the concept of equivalents, Redox reactions, Electrochemistry, Thermodynamics, and Chemical Equilibrium
  • Organic Chemistry: Carbonyl Compounds & their Derivatives
  • Inorganic Chemistry: Coordination chemistry, Chemical bonding, and Qualitative analysis
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   In how much time can I complete the entire JEE Main syllabus?
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Time required to cover JEE Main syllabus changes from one student to another student. In general, to complete the entire JEE Main syllabus, students would require around 1 year. The ideal time to start preparing for JEE Main is class 11 as the syllabus for JEE and class 11-12 is similar. Students who are studying in class 11 can point out the topics that are common in both and pay special emphasis to those topics.

Q:   What is the syllabus of JEE Mains?
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JEE Main is conducted for multiple courses and the syllabus is different for each course. The syllabus of JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/B.Tech) includes class 11 and 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics topics. For JEE Main paper 2A B.Arch the syllabus consists of Mathematics, General Aptitude and Drawing. Similarly, for JEE Main Paper 2B B. Plan the syllabus is Mathematics, General Aptitude and Planning. Candidates can check and download the detailed topics-wise JEE Main syllabus on the Shiksha page as well as on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

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JEE Main Syllabus 2026

JEE Main 2026 for BTech/BE, BArch, and BPlan are divided into three sections. Check the three sections below for all three papers.

Paper

Subjects

JEE Main Paper 1

Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

JEE Main Paper 2A

Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing skills

JEE Main Paper 2B

Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning Based Questions

Download JEE Main Syllabus 2026 here for all three papers.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How much is 120 marks in JEE Mains percentile?
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will declare the JEE Mains result 2026 in the form of percentile scores. Candidates can check here the previous year JEE Main marks vs percentile data to understand how much is 120 marks in JEE Main percentile.

As per the last year JEE Main marks vs percentile analysis, 120 marks would be around 95 to 97 percentile. However, the exact JEE Main 2025 percentile marks 120 would vary depending upon the highest number scored by the candidate in a particula shift and the total number candidates appeared in that particular shift. 

Q:   Which topics are most important in JEE Main Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics?
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Students who are preparing for JEE Main exam are advised to first cover the entire JEE Main syllabus. Covering only the high weightage chapters would decrease their chances of getting full/high score in JEE Main exam. Only after covering the entire syllabus, students can check most important chapters for JEE Mains.

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JEE Main Mock Test 2026

The exam body, NTA, releases the JEE Main mock test on its official website, and to access the mock test, candidates will have to register on the official website. Candidates can attempt the JEE Main mock test from the official website - nta.ac.in/Quiz it has a timer and all the restrictions of the real JEE exam pattern to give candidates a real exam-like feel. These JEE Main mock test are free of cost. To prepare for the JEE Main effectively, candidates must attempt mock test, as it will help them identify their weak areas and strengthen them before the exam. The JEE Mains mock test will also help them to increase their question-solving ability, speed, and accuracy.

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Q:   What is the qualifying score in JEE Main?
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There is no minimum qualifying marks in JEE Main. Exam. However, any candidate who wish to appear in JEE Advanced need to obtain the minimum cutoff marks in JEE Main. Candidates gets all India rank in JEE Main on the basis of the score they get in the exam. Admission to the institutes like NITs, IIITs and GFTIs is given on the basis of all India rank of candidates. Candidates who wish to apply for JEE Advanced need to get the minimum JEE Main qualifying cutoff marks only after which they can apply for admission to IITs.
Q:   Which book should I refer to prepare for JEE Main exam?
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It is advised that students begin their JEE Main preparation with NCERT books. NCERT class 11 and 12 books for Physics Chemistry and Mathematics are the best to understand basic concepts and solve numerical problems. Along with NCERTs, students can refer to additional books like H. C. Verma and Irodov for Physics. In Mathematics, students can take help from Arihant books. For Chemistry R C Mukherjee, O P Tandon and P Bahadur are best.

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GasesKinetic Theory of Ideal GasOverviewPeriodic and Oscillatory MotionSimple PendulumSimple Harmonic MotionOverviewSpeed of a Travelling WaveDisplacement Relation in a Progressive WaveSuperposition PrincipleBeatsReflection of WavesKinematic Equation Uniformly of Accelerated MotionInstantaneous Velocity and SpeedOverviewAccelerationResolution of VectorsVector Addition by Analytical MethodScalars and VectorsMultiplication of Vectors by Real NumbersAddition and Subtraction of VectorsOverviewProjectile MotionMotion in a PlaneConservation of MomentumEquilibrium of a ParticleCircular MotionCommon Forces in MechanicsSolving Problems in MechanicsConservation of Mechanical EnergyPotential Energy of SpringPowerKinetic EnergyCollisionWorkConcept of Potential EnergyMoment of InertiaOverviewCentre of MassVector Product of Two VectorsTorque and Angular MomentumMotion of Centre of MassEquilibrium of a Rigid BodyOverviewAngular Velocity and Relation with Linear VelocityDynamics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed AxisKinematics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed AxisAngular Momentum of Rotation About a Fixed AxisKeplers LawOverviewEscape SpeedEarth SatellitesEnergy of an Orbiting SatelliteStress Strain CurveElastic ModuliApplications of Elastic Behaviour of MaterialsSurface TensionBernoulli PrinciplePressure in FluidsViscosityStreamline FlowForces between Multiple ChargesConductors and InsulatorsBasic Properties of Electric ChargeElectric ChargeElectric Charge and FieldElectric FluxElectric Charge and FieldElectric Field LinesContinuous Charge DistributionInterference Light Waves Youngs ExperimentRefraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens PrincipleRefraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens PrincipleEinstein Photoelectric TheoryPhotoelectric Effect Wave Theory LightPhotoelectric EffectElectron EmissionOverviewBohr Model of Hydrogen AtomRadioactivityPhysics Nuclei OverviewSize of NucleusBinding EnergyNuclear EnergySemiconductor Devices OverviewSemiconductor Devices OverviewSemiconductor 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Voltage Applied to an InductorAC Voltage applied to a CapacitorAC Voltage applied to a Series LCR circuitRepresentation of AC Current and Voltage by VectorElectromagnetic SpectrumElectromagnetic WavesDisplacement CurrentTotal Internal ReflectionRefraction through a PrismOptical InstrumentsDerivation of Lens FormulaReflection of Light by Spherical MirrorsRefraction at Spherical Surface and by LensesDerive Equation of Motion by Calculus methodAlternating Current OverviewMole Concept and Molar MassSTOICHIOMETRY AND STOICHIOMETRIC CALCULATIONSPercentage CompositionLaws of Chemical CombinationAtomic and Molecular MassesProperties of Matter and their MeasurementImportance of ChemistryOverviewOverviewAtomic ModelsDiscovery of Sub Atomic ParticlesTowards Quantum Mechanical Model of AtomQuantum Mechanical Model of AtomElectronic Configuration Types of ElementsPeriodic Table Electronic Configuration of ElementPeriodic Trends in Properties of ElementsGenesis of Periodic ClassificationNomenclature of Elements with Atomic NumbersPresent Form of Periodic TableChemical Bonding and Molecular StructureHybridizationValence Bond TheoryMolecular Orbital TheoryHydrogen BondingIonic or Electrovalent BondKossel-Lewis Approach to Chemical BondingBond ParametersBonding in Homonuclear Diatomic MoleculesVSEPR TheoryApplications of Chemical BondingEquilibrium ProcessesHomogeneous EquilibriaFactors Affecting EquilibriaApplications of Equilibrium ConstantIonization of Acids and BasesIonic Equilibrium in SolutionEquilibrium in Chemical ProcessesSolubility Equilibria of Sparingly Soluble SaltsHeter Heterogeneous EquilibriaOxidation NumberClassification of Organic CompoundsIsomerismNomenclature of Organic CompoundsQuantitative AnalysisQualitative Analysis of Organic CompoundsOverviewStructural Representations of Organic CompoundsFundamental Concepts in Organic Reaction MechanismTetravalence of Carbon Shapes of Organic CompoundsMethods of Purification of Organic CompoundsClassificationAlkanesAlkenesAlkynesAromatic HydrocarbonCarcinogenicity and ToxicityAbnormal Molar MassColligative Properties and Molar MassSolubilityProteinsVitaminsCarbohydratesEnzymesHormonesNucleic AcidsElectrolytic Cells and ElectrolysisCorrosionGalvanic CellFuel CellsNernst EquationElectrochemical CellsBatteriesRate of ReactionIntegrated Rate EquationsCollision Theory of Chemical ReactionsTemperature Dependence of the Rate of a ReactionFactors Influencing Rate of a ReactionBonding in Metal CarbonylsDifference between Glucose and Fructose
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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern FAQs

Check below for the frequently asked questions related to JEE Main exam pattern 2026.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the difficulty level of JEE exam? What is it all about?
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The difficulty level of JEE Main exam is a little high than the class 12 board exams. Students who are studying in class 12 can score good marks in JEE Main by studying a little extra for the JEE. Students who have studied NCERT textbooks of Physics Chemistry and Mathematics thoroughly can get good marks. The joint Entrance Examination, popularly known as JEE Main is for admission into NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs for B.Tech and architecture courses in India.

Q:   Can I complete JEE Main syllabus in 6 months?
A: 

JEE Mains syllabus can be completed in 6 months considering that almost every topic of JEE syllabus is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. However, completing the syllabus does not mean that candidates will get a good score. JEE Main exam tests your conceptual and analytical understanding of topics. To get a good score, you need to have good understanding of core concepts and also use to of applying them in solving numerical questions.

Q:   What are the best books for JEE Main preparation for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics?
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Do your research to choose the best book for JEE Main preparation 2026. You can talk to your teachers before you decide. Some books recommended for your preparation are given below:

SubjectsBooks
Physics
  • NCERT Class 11 and 12
  • Concepts of Physics (Vol.1 & 2) by H.C. Verma
  • Problems and Solutions of Physics by Sashi Bhusan Tiwari
Chemistry
  • NCERT Class 11 and 12
  • Concepts of Physical Chemistry by P. Bahadur
  • Organic Chemistry by O.P. Tandon
Mathematics
  • NCERT Class 11 and 12
  • Differential & Integral Calculus by Amit Aggarwal
  • Trigonometry and Coordinate Geometry by S.L. Loney
Q:   Can I change the language of the question paper during the exam?
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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.

Q:   In how many languages JEE Main exam is conducted?
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National Testing Agency conducts JEE Main exam in a total of 13 languages. The languages in which paper is conducted are Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi English and Gujarati. Students can select the language of their choice from the available options while filling the application form. The language of JEE Main question paper during the exam will be available in 3 languages- English Hindi and the language selected by the candidates. The language of paper can be switched among these 3 languages during the exam.

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No, JEE Main is not mandatory for UPES Dehradun BTech admission. While the university accepts the scores of the exam, it is not the only accepted exam. Students can also submit scores of UPESEAT/ SAT India/ CUET exams for BTech admission.

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Anupama Garg

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

The Shivaji University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BE/BTech course via the JEE Main entrance exam. The cutoff was released in ranks for all categories under the All India quota.

In the case of General AI category, the cutoff ranged from 17423 to 659665, wherein Walchand Col

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

The Bundelkhand University JEE Main cutoff 2024 was out for all categories of students who belonged to the Home State quota. For the OBC HS category, the closing cutoff in the last round ranged from 273755 to 973020. Among all the BE/BTech specialisations, the hardest one for admission was B.Tech. i

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 days ago

The Bundelkhand University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the BE/BTech courses for all rounds and categories under the Home State quota. As per the last round closing ranks, the cutoff ranged from 216275 to 1281371, wherein B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering was the tou

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Even though the syllabus of the BCECE Mathematics is same as that of JEE Main, the difficulty level is not the same. JEE Main exam is much tougher than the BCECE exam.

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Vipra Garg

Beginner-Level 5

Answered a week ago

Jiwaji University BE cutoff 2025 was released for all rounds for admission to the BE programmes on the basis of the JEE Main cutoff ranks. According to the Jiwaji University JEE Main Cutoff 2025, the cutoff range in the last round was between 158341 and 337310. The hardest and the easiest course for

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Amity University, Lucknow accepts JEE Main scores for admission to BTech programme. However, it is not compuslory. Aspirants can also get admission in BTech based on AMCAT or any other national or state-level Engineering entrance exam scores. 

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Nishtha Shukla

Guide-Level 15

Answered a week ago

DBRAU JEE Main cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BE courses. Yes, students can get admission to the DBRAU BE courses according to the JEE Main cutoff 2024 with a rank of 30000. The cutoff ranged from 327178 to 1341021 in the first and last round closing ranks. The hardest and the easiest

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The DBRAU JEE Main Cutoff 2024 was published for admission to various BE/BTech course specialisations for different categories under the Home State quota. The cutoff for the General HS category ranged from 520157 to 1341021, wherein B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering was the toughest course fo

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Neerja Rohatgi

Contributor-Level 10

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