JEE Main 2026 April 7 LIVE: Paper 2 BArch, BPlanning analysis, memory-based questions, expert review
Suviral Shukla | April 7, 2026 | 09:28 PM IST | 20 mins read
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 5 exam was held in a single shift, from 3 pm to 6:30 pm. Updates on shift timings, analysis, memory-based questions, unofficial answer keys, expert review and more
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Try NowThe National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the JEE Main 2026 session 2 Day 5 exam for BPlan and BArch in a single shift from 3 pm to 6:30 pm. Candidates will soon have access to memory-based questions and unofficial answer keys compiled by subject experts and coaching institutes, using which they can calculate their expected JEE Main 2026 scores. Around 11.23 lakh candidates are appearing for the JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam. JEE Main 2026 April 8 Exam Live Updates
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The NTA will declare the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 results by April 20 for admission to engineering institutes across the country. Only 2.5 lakh candidates will qualify for the college entrance tests and be eligible for JEE Advanced.
In the JEE Main 2026 Jan session exams 2026, 12 students grabbed top ranks with scores in the 100th percentile.
JEE Mains 2026 April 7 Exam Analysis
As per previous years' trends, JEE BArch and BPlanning are expected to be easy to moderate, with mathematics and Aptitude being relatively scoring, while the drawing and planning sections may take more time.
Mathematics may include algebra, calculus, and coordinate geometry, and aptitude is likely to focus on 3D perception and patterns. The exact and overall analysis will be available only after the JEE Main 2026 April 7 exam concludes.
Top 2.5 lakh aspirants eligible for JEE Advanced 2026
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April 7, 2026 | 09:28 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026: April 5 shift 2 paper review
According to the JEE Main 2026 April 5 shift 2 paper review, the JEE Main 2026 April 5 evening shift exam was overall "moderate" in difficulty and similar to the shift 1 paper. As per the students' reaction, students found maths tough, while physics and chemistry were "balanced."
April 7, 2026 | 08:27 PM IST
JEE Advanced 2026 expected qualifying cutoffs
The JEE Advanced 2026 expected qualifying cutoffs are given in the table below.
|
Category |
Percentile range |
|
General, Other Backward Classes- Non Creamy Layer (OBC- NCL) |
93 - 95 percentile |
|
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) |
79 - 81 percentile |
|
Scheduled Caste (SC) |
60 - 63 percentile |
|
Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
47 - 50 percentile |
April 7, 2026 | 07:47 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 marks vs percentile
Candidates can check the expected JEE Mains 2026 marks vs percentile given in the table below.
|
JEE Main marks |
JEE Main percentile |
|
300-291 |
100-99.999 |
|
292-280 |
99.99890732 - 99.99617561 |
|
279-271 |
99.99417236 - 99.99153171 |
|
268-259 |
99.99034797 - 99.97687156 |
|
258-250 |
99.97413985 - 99.95228621 |
|
249-240 |
99.95028296 - 99.91549924 |
|
239-230 |
99.91395128 - 99.87060821 |
|
229-220 |
99.86150253 - 99.78191884 |
|
219-210 |
99.77499852 - 99.69159044 |
|
209- 200 |
99.68494329 - 99.57503767 |
|
199-190 |
99.56019541 - 99.40858575 |
|
189- 180 |
99.39319714 - 99.17311273 |
|
179-170 |
99.1567225 - 98.87981861 |
|
169-160 |
98.85149993 - 98.52824811 |
|
159-150 |
98.49801724 -98.09290531 |
|
149-140 |
98.07460288 - 97.54301298 |
|
139-130 |
97.4927496 - 96.87838902 |
|
129-120 |
96.80927687 - 96.0687115 |
|
119-110 |
95.983027 - 95.05625037 |
|
109-100 |
94.96737888 - 93.8020333 |
|
99-90 |
93.67910655 - 92.21882783 |
|
89-80 |
92.05811248 - 90.27631202 |
|
79-70 |
90.0448455 - 87.51810893 |
|
69-60 |
87.33654157 - 83.89085926 |
|
59-50 |
83.5119717 - 78.35114254 |
|
49-40 |
77.81927947 - 69.5797271 |
|
39-30 |
68.80219265 - 56.09102043 |
|
29-20 |
54.01037138 - 36.58463962 |
|
19-10 |
35.2885364 - 18.16647924 |
|
9-0 |
17.14582299 -5.71472799 |
April 7, 2026 | 06:37 PM IST
OBC Cutoff for JEE Mains 2025
As per the previous year's trends, the JEE Mains 2026 qualifying cutoff for OBC candidates is between 80 to 82 percentiles.
April 7, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
'When will JEE Mains 2026 result be declared?' Candidates' ask
NTA will declare the JEE Mains 2026 results by April 20.
April 7, 2026 | 06:22 PM IST
90 marks in JEE Mains percentile
As per JEE Mains 2026 rank and percentile trends over the years, a score of 90 marks in JEE Main is expected to result in a percentile between 93 and 94.
April 7, 2026 | 06:18 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 April 7 BArch, BPlanning analysis soon
Students who appeared for the JEE Main 2026 April 7 exam will have access to memory-based questions and unofficial answer keys compiled by subject experts, using which, students can evaluate their expected marks and ranks.
April 7, 2026 | 06:14 PM IST
JEE Advanced 2026 registration date
IIT Roorkee has begun the JEE Advanced 2026 registration. Eligible candidates can apply for JEE Advanced on the official website, jeeadv.ac.in, by May 2.
April 7, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 April 7 exams over
NTA conducted the JEE Mains 2026 April 7 exams from 3 pm to 6 pm acorss India and abroad.
April 7, 2026 | 05:46 PM IST
'How many attempts for JEE Mains?' Students' ask
For JEE Main, students can appear for a maximum of 6 attempts over 3 consecutive years (3 consecutive years starting from their Class 12 passing year), usually 2 sessions every year.
April 7, 2026 | 05:27 PM IST
150 marks in JEE Mains percentile
Candidates getting 150 marks in JEE Main 2026 will typically have a percentile range of 98.0 to 99.2+, depending on the shift's difficulty and normalisation process.
April 7, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
NTA JEE Main 2026: BArch and BPlanning exams
NTA will conduct JEE Mains 2026 April 7 BArch and BPlanning exams from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 04:31 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Result Date
NTA will announce the JEE Mains 2026 result by April 20. The testing agency will also declare the toppers' list along with the JEE results.
April 7, 2026 | 03:52 PM IST
JEE Mains 2025 Analysis: BArch, BPlanning soon
Once the JEE Main 2026 April 7 exam is over, candidates will have access to unofficial answer keys compiled by subject experts and coaching institutes, using which students can evaluate their answers and calculate the expected scores.
April 7, 2026 | 03:01 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 BArch, BPlan exam begin
The JEE mains 2026 session 2 BArch and BPlanning exams begin.
April 7, 2026 | 02:40 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam today from 3 pm
The NTA will begin the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam for BArch and BPlanning programmes today from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 02:14 PM IST
JEE Main Exam 2026: List of prohibited items
Candidates can check the list of prohibited items at the JEE Main 2026 exam centre is as follows.
- Electronic devices
- Pencil box/instrument/geometry box
- Purse/wallet/handbag
- Camera/tape recorder
- Stationary/Paper
- Eatables/water/tea/coffee/cold drinks
- Mobile phone/earphone/microphone/pager
- Any metallic item
April 7, 2026 | 01:40 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam today from 3 pm for paper 2
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam for BArch and BPlanning today from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 12:53 PM IST
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 BArch, BPlanning: Dress code for today's exam
While there is no strict dress code , candidates are advised to wear simple, comfortable clothing without metal accessories. Jewellery, thick-soled footwear, and items like scarves or stoles should be avoided.
Candidates in colder regions may wear light jackets, subject to inspection. Additionally, biometric verification will be conducted not only at entry but also after any bio-break. PwD candidates who opted for a scribe will receive compensatory time.
Students must also drop their hall ticket in the designated dropbox after the exam, failing which their answers may not be evaluated.
April 7, 2026 | 12:21 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 5 exam today for BArch, BPlan
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 5 exam today for BArch and Bplanning. Candidates are advised to carry the following documents on the exam day:
- Admit card
- Valid photo ID
- Two Passport-size photographs
April 7, 2026 | 11:45 AM IST
What is JEE advanced 2026 exam date?
The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) will conduct the JEE Advanced on May 17 in two shifts. The morning shift will be held from 9 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon shift will take place from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 11:25 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: What is a good score? students ask
A score of 250 or higher in the JEE Main 2026 exam is considered a strong and good score.
April 7, 2026 | 10:51 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2: Marks vs percentile
The expected JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile, based on trends from previous years, is presented in the table below.
|
JEE Main Marks |
JEE Main Percentile |
|
300-291 |
100-99.999 |
|
292-280 |
99.99890732 - 99.99617561 |
|
279-271 |
99.99417236 - 99.99153171 |
|
268-259 |
99.99034797 - 99.97687156 |
|
258-250 |
99.97413985 - 99.95228621 |
|
249-240 |
99.95028296 - 99.91549924 |
|
239-230 |
99.91395128 - 99.87060821 |
|
229-220 |
99.86150253 - 99.78191884 |
|
219-210 |
99.77499852 - 99.69159044 |
|
209- 200 |
99.68494329 - 99.57503767 |
|
199-190 |
99.56019541 - 99.40858575 |
|
189- 180 |
99.39319714 - 99.17311273 |
|
179-170 |
99.1567225 - 98.87981861 |
|
169-160 |
98.85149993 - 98.52824811 |
|
159-150 |
98.49801724 -98.09290531 |
|
149-140 |
98.07460288 - 97.54301298 |
|
139-130 |
97.4927496 - 96.87838902 |
|
129-120 |
96.80927687 - 96.0687115 |
|
119-110 |
95.983027 - 95.05625037 |
|
109-100 |
94.96737888 - 93.8020333 |
|
99-90 |
93.67910655 - 92.21882783 |
|
89-80 |
92.05811248 - 90.27631202 |
|
79-70 |
90.0448455 - 87.51810893 |
|
69-60 |
87.33654157 - 83.89085926 |
|
59-50 |
83.5119717 - 78.35114254 |
|
49-40 |
77.81927947 - 69.5797271 |
|
39-30 |
68.80219265 - 56.09102043 |
|
29-20 |
54.01037138 - 36.58463962 |
|
19-10 |
35.2885364 - 18.16647924 |
|
9-0 |
17.14582299 -5.71472799 |
April 7, 2026 | 10:22 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Check JEE Advanced expected cut-offs
Based on previous years’ trends and expert estimates, the qualifying cut-offs for JEE Advanced 2026 are expected to fall around the following ranges. These figures are indicative and may vary depending on exam difficulty and overall performance:
- General (UR): 93.3 to 93.6 percentile (around 115+ marks)
- GEN-EWS: 81.1 to 81.5 percentile (around 85+ marks)
- OBC-NCL: 79.9 to 80.4 percentile (around 80+ marks)
- SC: 61.8 to 62.5 percentile (around 55+ marks)
- ST: 48.5 to 50.0 percentile (around 45+ marks)
April 7, 2026 | 09:12 AM IST
Why BArch and BPlanning exams held?
The NTA conducts the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exams for BArch and BPlan for admission to architecture and planning programmes at various college across the country.
April 7, 2026 | 08:51 AM IST
Which was JEE Main toughest shift 2026?
The latest JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam was conducted yesterday, April 6 in dual shifts. The day 4 exam for BTech admissions was moderate in difficulty with Maths being the toughest. While, Chemistry and Physics were doable.
April 7, 2026 | 08:12 AM IST
How many will qualify for JEE Advanced?
Only 2.5 lakh candidates will qualify for the JEE Advanced 2026 for admission to engineering programmes at the Indian Institute of Technology (IITs).
April 7, 2026 | 07:50 AM IST
When will NTA declare JEE Mains 2026 result?
The NTA will declare the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 results for BTech, BArch and BPlanning admissions on April 20.
April 7, 2026 | 07:27 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2: BArch, BPlanning shift timings
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam for BArch and BPlanning today in a single shift from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 07:05 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Day 5 exam today for BArch, BPlanning
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam for BArch and BPlanning today in a single shift.
April 7, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
Which sections are in JEE Main 2026 April 7 BArch, BPlan Paper 2?
JEE Main 2026 April 7 BArch and BPlan Paper 2a, 2b includes three sections: Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing/Planning. The first two sections are computer-based, while the Drawing, Planning section is pen-and-paper.
April 7, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
Are electronic devices allowed in JEE Main 2026 April 7 Paper 2 exam?
No, calculators, mobile phones, smart watches, or any other electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the exam hall for JEE Main 2026 April 7 B.Arch and B.Plan Paper 2a, 2b. Students found with such items may be disqualified.
April 7, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
JEE Main 2026 April 7 BArch, BPlan Paper 2: Documents to carry
Students must carry the JEE Main 2026 April 7 B.Arch and B.Plan Paper 2a, 2b admit card and a valid photo ID, such as Aadhar card, PAN card, passport, or school ID, to gain entry into the exam hall.
April 7, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
What are the timings for JEE Main 2026 April 7 B.Arch and B.Plan Paper 2a, 2b?
On April 7, Paper 2a for BArch and Paper 2b for BPlan will be conducted in a single shift; Shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
When is JEE Main 2026 April 7 BArch and BPlan Paper 2a, 2b?
JEE Main 2026 April 7 BArch and BPlan Paper 2a, 2b is scheduled for Shift 1 today, April 7, 2026. Students must reach the exam centre on time as per the reporting instructions.
April 7, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
JEE Main 2026 April 7 LIVE: Day 5 BArch, BPlan today
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 April 7 BArch, BPlan (Paper 2a and 2b) today, in single shifts from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 7, 2026 | 01:30 AM IST
When will the official JEE Main April 6 result be announced?
JEE Main 2026 results are usually announced a few weeks after all shifts are completed, and the final answer key is released.
April 7, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
Will normalization be applied for JEE Mains 2026 April 6 shifts?
Yes, NTA applies normalization to account for difficulty variations across different shifts.
April 7, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
How can students raise objections against the JEE Main April 6 answer key?
Students can submit JEE Main answer key objections online by paying a nominal fee per question within the given deadline.
April 7, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
When will the JEE Main 2026 April 6 provisional answer key be released?
The JEE Main provisional answer key is expected to be released a few days after the exam on the official NTA website.
April 6, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
Will the April 6 exam scores be considered for JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility?
Yes, candidates’ best scores from JEE Main 2026 Session 1 or Session 2, including April 6, will be considered for JEE Advanced eligibility.
April 6, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
How many students appeared for JEE Main April 6, 2026 exam?
Around 7,10,000 students are appearing for the JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam across multiple shifts.
April 6, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
Will JEE Main April session scores be considered for admissions?
Yes, the best score from JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and Session 2 will be considered for ranking and admissions.
April 6, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
What after JEE Main 2026 results?
Qualified candidates can appear for JEE Advanced 2026 or participate in JoSAA counselling for admission to NITs, IIITs, and other participating institutes.
April 6, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
When will JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results be announced?
The JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 results are to be declared on April 20.
April 6, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
How is the JEE Main 2026 result calculated?
The JEE Main result is calculated based on the final answer key, using normalisation across different shifts to ensure fairness.
April 6, 2026 | 08:45 PM IST
Where can I download the JEE Main 2026 question paper?
Students can download JEE Mains 2026 session 2 memory-based question papers and solutions from coaching websites and educational portals.
April 6, 2026 | 08:30 PM IST
How will the JEE Main 2026 cut-offs be affected by the April 6 exam?
Since the JEE Mains 2026 April 6 paper was easy to moderate, the cut-offs are expected to be slightly higher than those of difficult papers but may vary depending on overall performance.
April 6, 2026 | 08:15 PM IST
Can students raise objections against the JEE Main answer key?
Yes, students will be allowed to challenge the JEE Mains 2026 provisional answer key by paying a fee per question within the given deadline.
April 6, 2026 | 08:00 PM IST
When will the JEE Main 2026 answer key be released?
The JEE Main provisional answer key is expected to be released a few days after the exam on the official website.
April 6, 2026 | 07:45 PM IST
Which section was the toughest in JEE Main April 6 exam?
As per the JEE Mains 2026 April 6 paper review, most students found Mathematics the toughest due to lengthy and time-consuming questions, while Physics and Chemistry were easier and mostly formula-based.
April 6, 2026 | 07:36 PM IST
What was the overall difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 April 6 exam?
The JEE Mains 2026 April 6 exam was overall easy to moderate. Shift 1 was moderate, while shift 2 was easy to moderate.
April 6, 2026 | 07:00 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Day 4 Shift 2 Exam Analysis: Chemistry 'easy to moderate'
As per the JEE Mains 2026 Day 4 Shift 2 paper analysis, the Chemistry section was overall easy to moderate. It was easier than Mathematics but slightly tougher than Physics. Compared to the morning shift, it was moderate in difficulty. However, it was a bit more difficult than the papers held on April 2, 4, and 5. The level was similar to the January session of JEE Main 2026. More questions were asked from Organic and Physical Chemistry, and there were around 6–7 statement-based questions, making the section slightly lengthy.
April 6, 2026 | 06:55 PM IST
JEE Mains April 6 Shift 2 Paper Review: Maths 'Moderate'
The JEE Mains April 6 shift 2 mathematics section was of moderate difficulty overall. It was relatively harder than Physics and Chemistry, but similar to the morning shift of JEE Main 2026 held on the same day. However, it was easier compared to the sessions held on April 2, 4, and 5, as well as the January session. The section was lengthy and time-consuming, and many questions required strong conceptual understanding rather than just formula-based solving.
April 6, 2026 | 06:50 PM IST
JEE Main April 6 Shift 2 Analysis: Physics 'easy to moderate'
The Physics section of the JEE Main April 6 shift 2 was overall easy to moderate. The paper was easier compared to the January 2026 session, and most students were able to complete it within 40–45 minutes. Compared to Mathematics and Chemistry, Physics was easier, making it a high-scoring section for students.
April 6, 2026 | 06:45 PM IST
How are JEE Main 2026 cut-offs determined?
The JEE Main cut-offs are based on factors like exam difficulty, number of candidates, and overall performance across all shifts.
April 6, 2026 | 06:32 PM IST
JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 exam analysis
The JEE Main 2026 April 6 evening shift exam was overall easy to moderate in difficulty. Compared to the January session, the JEE Mains April 6 evening paper was easier. It was also almost similar to the morning shift held on the same day. Chemistry and Physics sections were easy and mostly based on formulas. However, Mathematics was more difficult as it involved lengthy calculations and was more time-consuming than the other two subjects.
April 6, 2026 | 06:30 PM IST
When will the JEE Main 2026 results be declared?
As per the schedule, the JEE Mains 2026 results for session 2 will be announced on April 20.
April 6, 2026 | 06:15 PM IST
How can candidates calculate their JEE Main 2026 scores?
Candidates can use the JEE Main answer key to calculate their probable scores using the official marking scheme.
April 6, 2026 | 06:00 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 April 6 Shift 2 paper ends
The NTA has conducted the JEE Mains 2026 April 2 shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 6, 2026 | 05:45 PM IST
When will the JEE Main 2026 answer key be released?
The JEE Mains 2026 provisional answer key is expected to be released a few days after the exam concludes, followed by a challenge window.
April 6, 2026 | 05:30 PM IST
Where can candidates check the JEE Main 2026 question paper?
The JEE Main 2026 April 6 shift 2 memory-based question paper and solutions will be available on coaching institute websites and education portals after the exam.
April 6, 2026 | 05:15 PM IST
Were questions from NCERT asked in the JEE Main 2026 paper?
Yes, in the JEE Mains 2026 session 2, many questions—especially in Chemistry—are typically based on NCERT concepts and textbooks.
April 6, 2026 | 05:00 PM IST
Which section was the toughest in today’s JEE Main exam?
Based on JEE Mains 2026 April 6 Shift 1 analysis, the difficulty level varies by shift, but students often find Mathematics lengthy, while Physics and Chemistry are relatively balanced.
April 6, 2026 | 04:45 PM IST
How was the JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 paper?
As per initial reactions, the JEE Mains 2026 April 6 Shift 2 paper is expected to be of moderate difficulty, with a mix of easy and tricky questions. Detailed student feedback will be available soon.
April 6, 2026 | 04:21 PM IST
What factors affect the JEE Main 2026 cut-offs?
The JEE Mains cut-offs depend on factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of candidates, and overall performance.
April 6, 2026 | 03:55 PM IST
When will the JEE Main 2026 Shift 2 analysis be available?
The JEE Main 2026 April 6 shift 2 analysis will be available shortly after the exam concludes at 6 pm.
April 6, 2026 | 03:26 PM IST
JEE Main 2026 April 6: Question paper analysis
Candidates can check the shift-wise JEE Mains day 4 question paper analysis on the official website and leading education portals after the exam concludes.
April 6, 2026 | 02:43 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 2 timings
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 2 from 3 pm to 6 pm for BTech candidates.
April 6, 2026 | 02:13 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Maths analysis
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 paper was held today from 9 am to 12 noon. The Maths section was overall difficult and relatively more difficult than the Physics and Chemistry sections.
"The Mathematics section in this shift was “harder” than the sessions on 2nd, 4th & 5th
April, both Shifts.
The Mathematics section was similar to the JEE Main 2026 January sessions," as per the analysis.
"Overall, the Mathematics section was lengthier and time-consuming than the other
sections.
Students needed a strong understanding of concepts to solve many questions in this
shift, rather than relying only on formulas.
Topics like Geometry and algebra carried a higher weightage and contained relatively
tougher questions," the analysis report said.
April 6, 2026 | 02:02 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Day 4 shift 1 Physics questions
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 Physics section questions were based on the following topics.
- 1 question from Optics (Topic: refractive index)
- 1 question from unit and dimension(error)
- 1 questions from current electricity
- 2 questions from modern Physics (1 from Binding energy)
- 1 question from NLM
- 1 question from rotational motion (torque)
- 1 question from electrostatics.
- 1 Questions from the Mechanical properties of solid.
- 1 Questions from SHM.
April 6, 2026 | 01:52 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 Physics analysis
As per the subject experts, the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 was moderate in difficulty. The Physics section was also moderately lengthy and time-consuming, the analysis report said.
The Physics paper was easy as compared to Maths and Chemistry. However, it was lengthier than April 2, 4, and 5 papers and easier than January session.
"Most of the questions were lengthy, making the Physics section overall time-consuming," the analysis report said.
April 6, 2026 | 01:18 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Day 4 morning shift difficulty level
As per the analysis report, the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 morning shift paper subject-wise difficulty was
- Maths>chem>phy
April 6, 2026 | 01:17 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 day 4 shift 1 analysis
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 paper was moderate in difficulty. The JEE Main 2026 April 6 morning shift paper was easier than the January shift of JEE Main 2026, as per the subject experts.
"The JEE Main 2026 April 6th morning shift paper was a bit challenging compared to the 5th April 2026 paper and compared to earlier shifts. Mathematics was tough and lengthy, Chemistry was doable and based on NCERT, while Physics was calculation-based," the report said.
April 6, 2026 | 12:19 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Day 4 shift 2 from 3 pm today
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 2 exam from 3 pm to 6 pm today for BTech admissions.
April 6, 2026 | 12:09 PM IST
NTA ends JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 exam for BTech candidates
The NTA has concluded the JEE Main 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 for BTech paper today at 12 noon.
April 6, 2026 | 11:41 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026: Marks vs percentile as per trends
The JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile, as per previous years' trends, is given in the table below.
|
JEE Main marks |
JEE Main percentile |
|
300-291 |
100-99.999 |
|
292-280 |
99.99890732 - 99.99617561 |
|
279-271 |
99.99417236 - 99.99153171 |
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April 6, 2026 | 11:32 AM IST
JEE Main 2026 LIVE: Session 2 day 4 shift 1 to end in half n hour
The NTA will conclude the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 April 6 morning shift at 12 noon. Subject experts will share the BTech paper analysis soon after the exam will end.
April 6, 2026 | 10:56 AM IST
JEE Advanced 2026 qualifying cutoffs
The expected JEE Advanced 2026 qualifying cutoffs are given in the table below.
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Category |
Percentile range |
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General, Other Backward Classes- Non Creamy Layer (OBC- NCL) |
93 - 95 percentile |
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Economically Weaker Section (EWS) |
79 - 81 percentile |
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Scheduled Caste (SC) |
60 - 63 percentile |
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Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
47 - 50 percentile |
April 6, 2026 | 10:25 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2: When wiill shift 1 ends?
The NTA will conclude the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 at 12 noon today.
April 6, 2026 | 10:10 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: When will NTA conduct BArcha and BPlan exams?
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exams for BArch and BPlanning courses tomorrow, April 7.
April 6, 2026 | 09:52 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: How many BTech papers lieft
Including today's exam, the NTA will conduct JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exams for BTech papers on April 8.
April 6, 2026 | 09:39 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: Which section was the toughest so far?
Maths section was judged as the most toughest among Physics and Chemistry sections in the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 3 exams.
April 6, 2026 | 09:25 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: How many will qualify for JEE Advanced?
More than 11.23 lakh candidates will qualify for JEE Advanced for admission to BTech programmes at various engineering colleges or IITs.
April 6, 2026 | 09:18 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 LIVE: BTech cut-off highest at NIT Rourkela
According to the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) data, which conducts counselling for BTech admissions based on the JEE Main results, NIT Rourkela’s closed admissions for BTech Electrical Engineering programme at the rank of 10623, only for other states, open, gender neutral-seats.
Among all NITs, the closing rank for NIT Mizoram was the lowest at 51698, whereas among IIITs, the cut-off for IIIT Shibpur was at 23081 for the 50% other state seats.
April 6, 2026 | 09:09 AM IST
NTA begins JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 exam for BTech candidates
About 11.23 lakh candidates are currently appearing for the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 exam which began at 9 am today.
April 6, 2026 | 08:50 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam today for BTech paper
About 11.23 lakh candidates will appear in the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam today for BTech papers from 9 am to 12 noon.
April 6, 2026 | 08:36 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 marking scheme
The exam is conducted over a duration of three hours. As per the marking scheme set by the National Testing Agency, candidates are awarded 4 marks for every correct answer, while 1 mark is deducted for each wrong response.
April 6, 2026 | 08:29 AM IST
JEE mains 2026 shift 1: Exam pattern for BTech paper
The BTech paper in JEE Main 2026 covers three subjects—Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics—and includes a mix of multiple-choice as well as numerical-based questions.
April 6, 2026 | 08:18 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 day 4 shift 1 from 9 am today
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 day 4 shift 1 from 9 am to 12 noon today. The shift 2 exam will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 6, 2026 | 08:02 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exm dates
The National Testing Agency will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exams on April 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, with the test being held in two shifts each day.
April 6, 2026 | 07:54 AM IST
JEE mains 2026 exam dates: Availability of rough sheets at centres
Rough sheets will be provided to candidates at the exam centre for calculations. However, students must return these sheets to the invigilator before leaving the exam hall.
April 6, 2026 | 07:38 AM IST
NTA Jee mains 2026: Important guidelines inside exam hall
Candidates are generally permitted to carry a water bottle into the exam hall. However, they should carefully go through the instructions mentioned on their JEE Main Session 2 admit card, as specific guidelines may vary.
April 6, 2026 | 07:26 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 April 6 exam day guidelines
Students appearing for JEE Main 2026 must bring their admit card, two recent passport-sized photographs, and a valid photo ID to the exam centre. As per the official guidelines, candidates who did not use Aadhaar during registration should report to the allotted centre at least an hour before the gate closing time to complete biometric verification formalities.
April 6, 2026 | 07:15 AM IST
JEE Main Exams 2026: Dress code
The testing agency has not issued any specific dress code regulations for students appearing for the JEE Main entrance exam 2026 . However, students must follow general guidelines when appearing for the exam.
- Avoid wearing any jewellery or accessories that contain metal, such as rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, or bangles.
- Footwear with thick soles should be prohibited inside the exam hall.
- Scarves and stoles should be avoided when coming to the centre.
- Clothing should be simple and comfortable
- Candidates attending centres in colder regions may wear a light jacket or sweater, but these items will likely be inspected during entry.
- Notably, Sikh candidates are permitted to wear their religious articles, including “KARA’ and “KIRPAN.”
April 6, 2026 | 07:08 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam today for BTech; check prohibited items
As per the NTA guidelines, there may not be any provision for the safekeeping of students' valuables at the centre. The list of items prohibited and allowed at the JEE Main exam centres 2026 is as follows:
- Students are not allowed to carry any instrument, geometry, pencil box, handbag, purse, any kind of paper, stationery, textual material (printed or written material),
- Any metallic item or electronic devices such as mobile phones, earphones, microphones, calculators, slide rules, cameras, and tape recorders are prohibited.
- Candidates are not allowed to wear or carry any type of watch, including electronic watches with calculator facilities.
- Any kind of eatables and water, loose or packed, are prohibited.
- Diabetic students will be allowed to carry eatables like sugar tablets, fruits and transparent water bottles to the exam hall.
April 6, 2026 | 07:03 AM IST
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 day 4 exam today
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 shift 1 exam today from 9 am to 12 noon.
April 6, 2026 | 07:00 AM IST
What should students carry to the JEE Mains exam centre?
Candidates must carry their JEE Mains 2026 session 2 admit card, a valid photo ID, and necessary stationery items.
April 6, 2026 | 06:30 AM IST
How can students estimate their performance after the JEE Mains exam?
Students can compare their answers with the official or provisional JEE Mains session 2 answer key and check the subject-wise analysis to estimate their score.
April 6, 2026 | 06:00 AM IST
What is the mode of the JEE Main 2026 Day 4 exam?
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across all centres.
April 6, 2026 | 05:30 AM IST
Can students check live updates for JEE Main Day 4 exam?
Yes, students can follow official NTA websites and live blogs for JEE Main question paper updates, analysis, and expert reviews.
April 6, 2026 | 05:00 AM IST
How will JEE Main 2026 scores affect BTech admissions?
The JEE Mains 2026 scores will be used for admission to NITs, IIITs, and other participating institutes through JoSAA counselling.
April 6, 2026 | 04:30 AM IST
Will the JEE Main answer key be released for Day 4 exam?
Yes, the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key will be released after the exam, allowing students to check correct answers and raise objections if needed.
April 6, 2026 | 04:00 AM IST
How is the difficulty level of the JEE Main day 4 exam expected to be?
Based on previous days, the JEE Main day 4 exam is expected to be of easy to moderate difficulty, with Mathematics being relatively challenging.
April 6, 2026 | 03:30 AM IST
Will the cut-offs for JEE Main April session be released immediately?
No, the cut-offs will be announced after all shifts of the JEE Main April session are completed.
April 6, 2026 | 03:00 AM IST
Where can students check the JEE Main day 4 question paper analysis?
The JEE Main question paper analysis will be available on live blogs and official educational portals after the day 4 shift 1 exam.
April 6, 2026 | 02:30 AM IST
How can students prepare for the JEE Main 2026 exam today?
Students should revise key formulas, important concepts, and previous question patterns to be ready.
April 6, 2026 | 02:00 AM IST
Which exam is scheduled for today in JEE Main 2026?
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Day 4 exam for BE, BTech admissions will be held today, April 6.
April 6, 2026 | 01:00 AM IST
What subjects will be included in the JEE Main Day 4 BTech paper?
The JEE Main 2026 paper will include Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
April 6, 2026 | 12:30 AM IST
Which exam is scheduled for tomorrow in JEE Main 2026?
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam for BE, BTech (Paper 1) will be held on April 6. There are two shifts: Shift 1 is from 9 am to 12 pm, and Shift 2 is from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 6, 2026 | 12:00 AM IST
JEE Mains 2026 day 4 exams for BTech, BE papers today
The NTA will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 day 4 exams for BTech, BE papers today in dual shifts.
April 5, 2026 | 11:30 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2; how many will clear JEE Advanced?
Only the top 2.5 lakh JEE qualified aspirants will be eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam.
April 5, 2026 | 11:00 PM IST
JEE Advanced 2026 exam dates
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee will conduct the JEE Advanced exam on May 17. Paper 1 will be held from 9 am to 12 pm, and paper 2 will be conducted from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
April 5, 2026 | 10:30 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 Day 3 exams; which section was the toughest?
Maths section was judged as the most toughest among Physics and Chemistry sections in the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 3 exams.
April 5, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
How was JEE Main 2026 today papers?
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 shift 1 and 2 papers were easy to moderate in difficulty. The JEE Main 2026 April 5 evening shift paper was almost similar to the morning, as per the analysis report.
April 5, 2026 | 09:30 PM IST
How many will appear for JEE Mains 2026 tomorrow exam?
About 11.23 lakh candidates seeking admission to BTech admissions will appear for the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 exam tomorrow.
April 5, 2026 | 09:10 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 exam tomorrow in two shifts
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 exam tomorrow in two shifts. The morning shift will be from 9 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon shift will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm.
April 5, 2026 | 09:00 PM IST
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 exam tomorrow
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 day 4 exam tomorrow for BTech candidates.
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