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Updated on 6 Apr 2026, 08:16 IST
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 question paper, answer key, and paper analysis for both Shift 1 and Shift 2 are available on this page. Students who appeared in the exam on April 5, 2026 can use the memory-based answer key to calculate their expected score and check their performance before the official NTA result is declared.
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Day 3 exam was held in two shifts on April 5, 2026. Shift 1 was conducted from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Infinity Learn experts have released memory-based question papers and answer keys for both shifts based on student feedback collected after the exam.
Direct Link: JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Answer Key
Also Check: JEE Main 2026 Rank and College Predictor
Given below is a quick overview of the JEE Main 2026 April 5 exam for students who appeared in Session 2.
| Exam Details | Information |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session 2 |
| Exam Date | April 5, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Shift 1 Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 Timing | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Total Questions | 75 (25 each from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Memory-based Answer Key | Available on this page after each shift |
| Official Answer Key Release | Expected second week of April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Expected by April 20, 2026 |
Candidates who appeared on April 5, 2026 were required to report at their respective exam centres well before the gate closing time. Given below is the complete reporting and exam schedule for both shifts.
| Particulars | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
| Exam Time | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Entry Time at Centre | 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM | 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM |
| Instructions by Invigilator | 8:30 AM to 8:50 AM | 2:30 PM to 2:50 PM |
| Candidate Login Time | 8:50 AM | 2:50 PM |
| Exam Starts | 9:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for April 5 Session 2 (Shift 1 & Shift 2) will be released here shortly after each shift concludes. These answer keys are prepared using memory-based questions gathered from student feedback right after the exam.
| Subject | JEE Main 2026 Answer Key PDF Download |
| Physics | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 1 Physics Answer Key PDF |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 1 Chemistry Answer Key PDF |
| Maths | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 1 Maths Answer Key PDF |
| Subject | JEE Main 2026 Answer Key PDF Download |
| Physics | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 2 Physics Answer Key PDF |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 2 Chemistry Answer Key PDF |
| Maths | JEE Main 2026 5th April Shift 2 Maths Answer Key PDF |
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Based on student feedback collected after the exam and expert review of memory-based questions, the overall difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 was moderate. The pattern remained consistent with earlier April 2026 shifts. Mathematics was the most time-consuming section, Chemistry was the most scoring, and Physics was moderate in difficulty.
Good attempts — Shift 1: 58 to 65 out of 75
| Subject | Difficulty Level | Time Required (Approx.) |
| Physics | Moderate | 50–55 minutes |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | 40–45 minutes |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Lengthy | 65–75 minutes |
The Physics section in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 was moderate in overall difficulty. The section had a balanced mix of Class 11 and Class 12 topics, with Class 11 carrying slightly higher weightage. Questions were largely formula-based and concept-driven, consistent with the pattern seen across earlier April 2026 shifts.
Students who had revised standard chapters thoroughly found the Physics section manageable within time. A few questions required multi-step application but were not excessively calculation-heavy.
Topics asked in Physics — Shift 1:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| Rotational Motion | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Thermodynamics | 2 | Moderate |
| Kinematics | 1–2 | Easy |
| Fluid Mechanics | 2 | Moderate |
| Electrostatics | 2 | Easy to Moderate |
| Modern Physics | 2 | Moderate |
| Ray Optics | 1–2 | Easy to Moderate |
| Gravitation | 1 | Easy |
| Simple Harmonic Motion | 1 | Moderate |
| Magnetic Effects of Current | 1–2 | Moderate |
Student reaction — Physics Shift 1:
"Physics was manageable. Not too calculation-heavy. Rotational Motion and Thermodynamics came as expected. I finished it in about 50 minutes." — Student, Delhi centre
"Most questions were direct formula-based. Class 11 had more questions. Physics was the least stressful section today." — Student, Pune centre
Chemistry was the most scoring and easiest section in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1, consistent with the pattern observed across all April 2026 shifts. The section was largely based on NCERT Solutions, with Inorganic Chemistry carrying the highest weightage.
Students who revised NCERT thoroughly found Chemistry the most comfortable section of the paper. Physical Chemistry contributed mostly numerical-type questions to Section B.
Topics asked in Chemistry — Shift 1:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| P-Block Elements | 2–3 | Easy |
| D-Block Elements | 2 | Easy |
| Coordination Compounds | 2 | Easy to Moderate |
| Chemical Bonding | 2 | Easy |
| Alcohols and Phenols | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Electrochemistry | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Mole Concept | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Amines | 1 | Moderate |
| GOC (General Organic Chemistry) | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Biomolecules | 1 | Easy |
Student reaction — Chemistry Shift 1:
"Chemistry was the easiest part. Everything was NCERT-based. P-Block and D-Block came — exactly as expected. Finished it in 42 minutes." — Student, Chennai centre
"Chemistry was a gift today. Inorganic was the most straightforward. Physical Chemistry had a few calculation-based numericals but not difficult." — Student, Hyderabad centre
Mathematics was the most time-consuming section in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1, maintaining the consistent trend seen across all April 2026 shifts. The section was moderate in conceptual difficulty but required lengthy calculations and careful step-by-step solving.
Calculus had the highest weightage, followed by Algebra and Coordinate Geometry. Students who managed their time well reported attempting 18 to 22 questions. Those who spent too long on individual Calculus or 3D Geometry questions found themselves running short on time.
Topics asked in Mathematics — Shift 1:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| Integration | 3–4 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Vectors and 3D Geometry | 3 | Moderate |
| Coordinate Geometry | 3–4 | Moderate |
| Matrices and Determinants | 2 | Moderate |
| Permutation and Combination | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Limits and Continuity | 2 | Moderate |
| Differential Equations | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Probability | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Sequence and Series | 1 | Easy to Moderate |
| Quadratic Equations | 1 | Easy |
Student reaction — Mathematics Shift 1:
"Maths was the hardest as always. Integration was the longest section. I could attempt only 19 out of 25. Time management is everything in JEE Mains Maths." — Student, Mumbai centre
"The calculations were long but doable. 3D Geometry and Integration together took more than 25 minutes. Students who started with Maths would have struggled." — Student, Bengaluru centre
Based on student feedback and expert review of memory-based questions, the overall difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 was moderate to difficult — marginally tougher than Shift 1. Physics was the most challenging section in Shift 2, Mathematics remained time-consuming, and Chemistry stayed easy as the most scoring section.
Good attempts — Shift 2: 54 to 62 out of 75
| Subject | Difficulty Level | Time Required (Approx.) |
| Physics | Moderate to Difficult | 55–65 minutes |
| Chemistry | Easy | 40–45 minutes |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Difficult | 65–75 minutes |
Physics in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 was the most challenging section of the afternoon paper and tougher than Shift 1 Physics. The section had a stronger Class 12 focus, covering chapters like Modern Physics, Electromagnetic Induction, and Thermodynamics. A few questions were multi-concept in nature and required deeper conceptual application than typical formula-based questions.
Students who relied only on direct formula application found some questions in this shift more demanding than expected. Those with strong Class 12 Physics concepts found the section manageable within time.
Topics asked in Physics — Shift 2:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| Modern Physics | 3 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Thermodynamics | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Electromagnetic Induction | 2 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Fluid Mechanics | 2 | Moderate |
| Work, Power and Energy | 2 | Moderate |
| Ray Optics | 1–2 | Easy to Moderate |
| Current Electricity | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Simple Harmonic Motion | 1 | Moderate |
| Magnetism | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Semiconductor | 1 | Easy |
Student reaction — Physics Shift 2:
"Physics was tough in the afternoon. Modern Physics had three questions and they were concept-heavy. Thermodynamics also came again. Took me nearly 65 minutes." — Student, Hyderabad centre
"The afternoon Physics was definitely harder than morning. Some questions needed you to link two chapters together — that took time. EMI and Modern Physics were the trickiest." — Student, Delhi centre
Chemistry in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 was easy and the most scoring section of the afternoon paper. The section was NCERT-based throughout, with D-Block Elements and Chemical Bonding carrying the highest weightage in MCQ questions. Physical Chemistry appeared mainly in the integer-type numerical questions of Section B.
Students who had completed thorough NCERT revision found Chemistry the most comfortable section and were able to complete it in well under 45 minutes.
Topics asked in Chemistry — Shift 2:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| D-Block Elements | 3 | Easy |
| Chemical Bonding | 2–3 | Easy |
| Physical Chemistry Numericals | 3–4 | Moderate |
| Chemical Thermodynamics | 2 | Moderate |
| Coordination Compounds | 1–2 | Easy to Moderate |
| Biomolecules | 1–2 | Easy |
| Electrochemistry | 1–2 | Moderate |
| GOC | 1 | Moderate |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | 1 | Moderate |
| Aldehydes and Ketones | 1–2 | Moderate |
Student reaction — Chemistry Shift 2:
"Chemistry was the easiest. D-Block and Chemical Bonding were direct NCERT questions. I finished Chemistry in 38 minutes and had extra time for Maths." — Student, Chennai centre
"Chemistry was NCERT cover to cover. Physical Chemistry numericals were moderate. If you read NCERT, Chemistry was like a free 80 to 90 marks." — Student, Pune centre
Mathematics in JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 was moderate to difficult and the most time-consuming section of the afternoon paper. Vectors and 3D Geometry, Integration, and Limits together dominated the section. Several questions required extended multi-step solving, and students who attempted Mathematics last in the sequence reported running short on time for 4 to 6 questions.
The numerical section of Mathematics in Shift 2 required more precision and step-by-step solving than Shift 1, adding to the overall time pressure.
Topics asked in Mathematics — Shift 2:
| Chapter | Approx. Questions | Difficulty |
| Vectors and 3D Geometry | 3–4 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Integration | 3 | Difficult |
| Limits and Continuity | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Matrices and Determinants | 2 | Moderate |
| Probability | 2 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Differential Equations | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Sequence and Series | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Complex Numbers | 1 | Moderate |
| Conic Sections | 1–2 | Moderate |
| Binomial Theorem | 1 | Easy to Moderate |
Student reaction — Mathematics Shift 2:
"Maths in the afternoon was harder than the morning session. Vectors and 3D took a very long time. I could only attempt 17 questions in Maths. Integration was the most difficult." — Student, Mumbai centre
"The calculations in Maths shift 2 were much longer. Time management was the biggest challenge. Students who started Maths first would have had an advantage." — Student, Bengaluru centre
| Shift | Overall Difficulty | Maths | Physics | Chemistry | Good Attempts |
| Shift 1 | Moderate | Moderate to Lengthy | Moderate | Easy to Moderate | 58–65 |
| Shift 2 | Moderate to Difficult | Moderate to Difficult | Moderate to Difficult | Easy | 54–62 |
Expert observation: The April 5 paper followed the consistent pattern of all April 2026 Session 2 shifts. Mathematics has been the decisive section across every shift and every date this session. Students who practiced time management strategies and attempted Chemistry first, followed by Physics, then Mathematics reported better overall attempts.
Mathematics — April 5 (Both Shifts)
Mathematics has been the toughest and most time-consuming section across all JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts. In April 5, Calculus (Integration, Differential Equations, Limits) dominated both shifts. Shift 2 had a slightly higher weightage of Vectors and 3D Geometry compared to Shift 1.
Key observation: Questions in Mathematics required step-by-step solving rather than shortcut-based approaches. Students who practised long-form solving from standard textbooks and previous year papers were better placed to handle the time pressure.
Physics — April 5 (Both Shifts)
Physics showed a clear pattern across April 5 — Shift 1 was moderately easy with Class 11 topics dominant, while Shift 2 was harder with a Class 12 focus and more multi-concept questions. This Class 11 vs Class 12 shift between morning and afternoon sessions has been observed on April 2 and April 4 as well and is consistent with NTA's pattern.
Chemistry — April 5 (Both Shifts)
Chemistry remained the most scoring section on April 5, as it has been throughout Session 2. NCERT-based questions dominated both shifts. Students who invested time in thorough NCERT revision consistently found Chemistry the most comfortable section of the paper regardless of the shift.
Based on expert analysis of both days' papers across all four shifts:
April 5 Shift 2 was the toughest shift of the two days, driven by a conceptually heavier Physics section and more demanding Mathematics. April 5 Shift 1 was broadly comparable to April 4 Shift 1 in terms of overall difficulty.
| Parameter | April 4 Shift 1 | April 4 Shift 2 | April 5 Shift 1 | April 5 Shift 2 |
| Overall Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate to Difficult | Moderate | Moderate to Difficult |
| Physics | Moderate | Moderate to Difficult | Moderate | Moderate to Difficult |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | Easy | Easy to Moderate | Easy |
| Mathematics | Moderate, Lengthy | Difficult, Lengthy | Moderate to Lengthy | Difficult, Lengthy |
| Good Attempts | 58–65 | 54–62 | 58–65 | 54–62 |
For students appearing in April 6 and April 8: The pattern is clear. Chemistry will be NCERT-heavy and scoring in every shift. Physics alternates between easier Class 11 focus in Shift 1 and harder Class 12 focus in Shift 2. Mathematics will be the longest and most time-consuming section regardless of difficulty. Recommended time allocation: Chemistry 40 minutes, Physics 55 minutes, Mathematics 70 minutes.
Given below are the paper analysis and answer key links for all dates of JEE Main 2026 Session 2.
| Session | Link |
| JEE Main Analysis – 2 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 2 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 4 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 4 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 5 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 5 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 6 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 6 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 8 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 8 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| Shift | Overall Difficulty | Good Attempts | Expected Score Range |
| Shift 1 | Moderate | 58–65 out of 75 | 185–230 marks |
| Shift 2 | Moderate to Difficult | 54–62 out of 75 | 170–215 marks |
The table below gives the expected marks vs percentile range for JEE Main 2026 April 5 based on difficulty level analysis and Session 2 trends. The actual percentile will be calculated by NTA after normalisation across all shifts.
Shift 1 (Moderate difficulty):
| Marks Range (out of 300) | Expected Percentile | Expected AIR (Approx.) |
| 240–300 | 99.5+ percentile | Top 6,500 |
| 210–239 | 98–99.5 percentile | 6,500–26,000 |
| 185–209 | 95–98 percentile | 26,000–65,000 |
| 160–184 | 90–95 percentile | 65,000–1,30,000 |
| 130–159 | 80–90 percentile | 1,30,000–2,60,000 |
| 100–129 | 65–80 percentile | 2,60,000–4,55,000 |
Shift 2 (Moderate to Difficult):
| Marks Range (out of 300) | Expected Percentile | Expected AIR (Approx.) |
| 225–300 | 99.5+ percentile | Top 6,500 |
| 195–224 | 97–99.5 percentile | 6,500–32,000 |
| 170–194 | 93–97 percentile | 32,000–85,000 |
| 145–169 | 87–93 percentile | 85,000–1,69,000 |
| 115–144 | 75–87 percentile | 1,69,000–3,25,000 |
| 85–114 | 60–75 percentile | 3,25,000–5,20,000 |
Note: These ranges are expert estimates based on Session 2 difficulty trends and normalisation patterns from previous sessions. Final percentile and AIR will be determined by NTA after all Session 2 shifts are complete. Use the JEE Main 2026 Rank and College Predictor to estimate your college options based on expected rank.
Once the memory-based answer key is available on this page, students can follow the steps given below to calculate their expected score.
| Response Type | Marks Awarded |
| Correct MCQ answer | +4 marks |
| Wrong MCQ answer | –1 mark (negative marking) |
| Correct Numerical answer | +4 marks |
| Wrong Numerical answer | 0 marks (no negative marking) |
| Unattempted question | 0 marks |
Important points about score calculation:
Given below is the complete exam pattern for JEE Main 2026 Paper 1, which students appeared for on April 5, 2026.
| Paper | Subject | MCQ Questions | Numerical Questions | Total Questions | Total Marks |
| Paper 1 | Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Paper 1 | Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Paper 1 | Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Paper 1 Total | 3 Subjects | 60 | 15 | 75 | 300 |
Key points about the exam pattern:
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The official answer key will be released by NTA on jeemain.nta.nic.in within 5 to 7 days after the last exam date of Session 2. Students can log in using their application number and date of birth to view and download it.
Yes. NTA allows students to raise objections against the official answer key by paying INR 200 per question. The objection window is usually open for 2 to 3 days after the key is released. If your challenge is accepted, the fee is refunded and the answer is corrected in the final key.
Based on trends from previous Session 2 shifts in April 2026, the overall difficulty is expected to be moderate. Physics may be moderate to difficult, Chemistry is expected to be easy to moderate, and Mathematics is expected to be moderate but lengthy.
Add 4 marks for each correct answer and subtract 1 mark for each wrong MCQ answer. Numerical type questions carry no negative marking. Unattempted questions get zero marks. The maximum score for Paper 1 is 300.
Memory-based answer keys are prepared by coaching experts based on questions recalled by students after the exam. They are available on the same day as the exam and are 90 to 95 percent accurate. The official NTA answer key is released later and is 100 percent accurate. Always use the official key for final score calculation.
Yes. Infinity Learn will update the Shift 1 analysis by 12:30 PM and the Shift 2 analysis by 6:30 PM on April 5, 2026. Bookmark this page and check back after your shift ends.