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Updated on 26 Mar 2026, 15:19 IST
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 question paper, answer key, and paper analysis will be available for both shifts on this page. Students who appear in the exam on April 5, 2026 can use the answer key to calculate their expected score before the official results are declared.
The JEE exam will be held in two shifts on April 5, 2026. Shift 1 will be from 9 AM to 12 Noon and Shift 2 will be from 3 PM to 6 PM. Infinity Learn will release memory-based question papers and answer keys for both shifts shortly after the exam ends. The official JEE Main 2026 answer key will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on jeemain.nta.nic.in within 5 to 7 days after the last exam date of Session 2.
Live Update Notice: The JEE Main paper analysis sections on this page will be updated on April 5, 2026. Shift 1 analysis will be updated by 12:30 PM and Shift 2 analysis will be updated by 6:30 PM on exam day.
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Given below is a quick overview of the JEE Main 2026 April 5 exam for students appearing in Session 2.
| Exam Details | Information |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session 2 |
| Exam Date | April 5, 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Shift 1 Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Shift 2 Timing | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Official Answer Key Release | To be updated after exam |
| Response Sheet Release | To be updated after exam |
| Answer Key Challenge Fee | INR 200 per question |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Result Declaration | To be announced after final answer key release |
Students appearing on April 5, 2026 should note the exact reporting and exam timings for both shifts. Being late to the exam centre can result in denial of entry. Given below is the complete schedule.
| 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 |
This section will be updated live on April 5, 2026 after Shift 1 ends at 12 Noon.
Based on trends from previous JEE Main sessions and student feedback from earlier April 2026 shifts, Shift 1 on April 5 is expected to have a moderate overall difficulty level. Physics is likely to be moderate, Chemistry is expected to be easy to moderate, and Mathematics may be moderate to lengthy.
This section will be updated with real student feedback and expert analysis by 12:30 PM on April 5, 2026.
| Subject | Expected Difficulty Level | Likely Topics |
| Physics | Moderate | Rotation, Thermodynamics, Atoms and Nuclei, Fluid Mechanics, Electrostatics |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | P-Block, D-Block, Hydrocarbons, Coordination Compounds, Alcohols |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Lengthy | Integration, Permutation and Combination, Coordinate Geometry, Algebra |
The Physics section is expected to have a moderate difficulty level. Questions are likely to be spread across mechanics, electromagnetism, and modern physics. Some questions may need strong conceptual understanding, so time management will be important. Students who have covered Class 12 chapters thoroughly should find this section manageable.
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Chemistry is expected to be easy to moderate in Shift 1. The paper is likely to cover topics from organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry. Organic chemistry may have slightly more weightage. Students who have studied from NCERT Solutions carefully should find this section scoring.
Mathematics is expected to be moderate but lengthy in Shift 1. Questions may come from calculus, algebra, and coordinate geometry. Some questions could involve long calculations, so students who manage their time well will be able to attempt more questions.
This section will be updated live on April 5, 2026 after Shift 2 ends at 6 PM.
Based on the pattern observed in earlier April 2026 shifts, Shift 2 on April 5 is expected to be moderate to slightly challenging. Physics may be the tougher section in Shift 2. Chemistry is expected to remain easy and Mathematics is expected to be moderate to difficult.
This section will be updated with real student feedback and expert analysis by 6:30 PM on April 5, 2026.
| Subject | Expected Difficulty Level | Likely Topics |
| Physics | Moderate to Difficult | Modern Physics, Work Power and Energy, Fluids, Thermodynamics |
| Chemistry | Easy | Physical Chemistry, D-Block Elements, Thermodynamics, Bonding |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Difficult | Vectors, 3D Geometry, Limits, Integration, Matrices and Determinants |
Physics in Shift 2 is expected to be somewhat more challenging compared to Shift 1. Questions are likely from optics, thermodynamics, and modern physics. A strong understanding of concepts will be needed. Most questions are expected to be from the Class 12 syllabus.
Chemistry in Shift 2 is expected to be easy overall. The paper is likely to be largely based on NCERT. Physical chemistry may have more questions compared to organic chemistry. Two to three questions may come from d-block elements. Students who have focused on NCERT revision should find this section comfortable.
Mathematics in Shift 2 is expected to be moderate to difficult. Questions from algebra are likely to be the most dominant. Topics like vectors, 3D geometry, limits, continuity and differentiability, integration, and matrices are likely to be covered.
This section gives a detailed subject-wise breakdown based on trends from previous JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts. It will be updated with actual data after the April 5 exam.
The Mathematics paper across JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts has been focusing on Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, and Algebra. Questions on Vectors and 3D Geometry have been present but not particularly difficult. Some questions have had long calculations which required careful time management. The numerical section has required extended step-by-step solving in most shifts so far.
The Physics paper has covered Mechanics, Electrostatics, and Current Electricity across most Session 2 shifts. Topics like Kinematics, Gravitation, Rotational Motion, Simple Harmonic Motion, Magnetism, Ray Optics, Modern Physics, and Heat and Thermodynamics have appeared regularly. Numerical-based questions have been moderate and some fact-based questions from Class 12 NCERT have also been present.
Chemistry has been the most scoring section in most Session 2 shifts so far. Organic chemistry has had more weightage than inorganic chemistry. Topics covered across shifts have included GOC, Amines, Aldehydes and Ketones, Chemical Bonding, Electrochemistry, Mole Concepts, Coordination Compounds, Liquid Solutions, Atomic Structure, Chemical Kinetics, and Biomolecules. Physical chemistry has had a good number of numerical-based questions.
Once the answer key is available, students can follow these simple steps to find out their expected score.
The score calculated using the memory-based key is an estimate. The final score may differ slightly once the official NTA answer key is released.
| Answer Type | Marks |
| Correct Answer (MCQ) | +4 marks |
| Wrong Answer (MCQ) | -1 mark |
| Correct Answer (Numerical) | +4 marks |
| Wrong Answer (Numerical) | 0 marks |
| Unattempted | 0 marks |
Given below is the exam pattern for JEE Main 2026 Paper 1, Paper 2A, and Paper 2B. Students can use this to understand the structure of the paper before appearing for the exam.
| Paper | Section | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Physics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 1 | Chemistry | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | |
| Paper 1 | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | |
| Paper 1 Total | 75 Questions | 300 | ||
| Paper 2A | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2A | Aptitude | 50 Questions | 200 | |
| Paper 2A | Drawing | 2 Questions | 100 | |
| Paper 2A Total | 77 Questions | 400 | ||
| Paper 2B | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2B | Aptitude | 50 Questions | 200 | |
| Paper 2B | Planning | 25 Questions | 100 | |
| Paper 2B Total | 95 Questions | 400 |
There are a few simple but important reasons why every student should go through the paper analysis after appearing in the exam.
Know where you stand. The paper analysis helps you understand how difficult the exam was compared to other shifts and previous years. This gives you a realistic idea of where your score might fall before the official JEE Main 2026 Result is declared.
Understand topic trends. By looking at which chapters appeared the most, you can understand the pattern that NTA follows. This is useful for students who still have upcoming shifts or future sessions to prepare for.
Set realistic expectations. The difficulty level analysis helps you set a realistic expectation for your score before the official result comes out. This helps in planning the next steps like counselling or a future attempt.
Improve for the next attempt. If you are planning to appear again in a future session, the analysis helps you clearly identify which subjects and chapters need more work.
Given below are the paper analysis links for all dates of JEE Main 2026 Session 2. This table will be updated as each exam date is completed.
| Check JEE Main 2026 Exam Sesssion 2 Answer Key | |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 2nd April Answer Key | JEE Main 2026 Exam 4th April Paper Answer Key |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 6th April Paper Answer Key | JEE Main 2026 Exam 8th April Answer Key |
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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.