JEE Main 2026 April 6 Question Paper Answer Key and Paper Analysis (Out)

The JEE Main 2026 April 6 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 6, 2026 can use the memory-based answer key to calculate their expected score on the same day. The official answer key will be released by the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 on jeemain.nta.nic.in within 5 to 7 days after the last exam date of Session 2.

April 6, 2026 is the fourth exam day of JEE Main 2026 Session 2. The exam was held in two shifts. Shift 1 was from 9 AM to 12 Noon and Shift 2 was from 3 PM to 6 PM. Infinity Learn has released memory-based question papers and answer keys for both shifts shortly after each shift ended.

Live Update Notice: The JEE Main 2026 Paper Analysis sections on this page were updated live on April 6, 2026. Shift 1 analysis was added by 12:30 PM and Shift 2 analysis by 6:30 PM.

Also Check: JEE Main 2026 Rank and College Predictor

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Exam Overview

Given below is a quick overview of the JEE Main 2026 April 6 exam for students who appeared in Session 2.

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift Timings

Students who appeared on April 6, 2026 were required to reach the exam centre before the entry closed. Late entry was not allowed. Given below is the complete shift-wise timing schedule for both shifts.

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Answer Key — Download PDF

Given below are the download links for the JEE Main 2026 April 6 question paper, answer key, and solutions for both shifts. Memory-based answer keys are prepared by Infinity Learn experts using questions shared by students immediately after each shift.

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1 — Question Paper with Solutions

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 — Question Paper with Solutions

Important note: Memory-based question papers are prepared using questions recalled by students who appeared in the exam. They are not the official NTA question papers. The official question paper and response sheet will be available on jeemain.nta.nic.in after the session ends.

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1 Paper Analysis

Overall Difficulty Level — Shift 1

Based on student feedback collected after the exam and expert review of memory-based questions, the overall difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 April 6 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.

Good attempts — Shift 1: 58 to 65 out of 75

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1 — Subject-wise Difficulty at a Glance

Physics — Shift 1

The Physics section in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1 was moderate in difficulty. Questions were spread across mechanics, electromagnetism, and modern physics. Class 12 topics had slightly higher representation than Class 11, consistent with the pattern seen across most April 2026 morning shifts. Students who had strong formula knowledge and conceptual clarity in standard chapters found the section manageable within 50 minutes.

Some questions required deeper conceptual understanding rather than direct formula application. Students who relied only on memorising formulas without understanding the underlying concepts reported finding 3 to 4 questions unexpectedly tricky.

Topics asked in Physics — Shift 1:

Student reaction — Physics Shift 1:

"Physics was manageable. Most questions were standard — Electrostatics, Rotational Motion, and Ray Optics all came. I finished it in around 52 minutes." — Student, Delhi centre

"Physics was not tough. A few questions needed deeper thinking but nothing impossible. Class 12 had more questions than Class 11 today." — Student, Bengaluru centre

Chemistry — Shift 1

Chemistry was the most scoring and easiest section in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1. The section was largely based on NCERT Solutions, with questions directly from NCERT text, tables, and examples. Inorganic Chemistry was the most straightforward, Organic Chemistry had good representation, and Physical Chemistry appeared mainly in the numerical-type Section B questions.

Students who revised NCERT thoroughly found Chemistry the most comfortable part of the April 6 paper and were able to complete it well within 45 minutes.

Topics asked in Chemistry — Shift 1:

Student reaction — Chemistry Shift 1:

"Chemistry was completely NCERT. GOC and Coordination Compounds came. I finished in 40 minutes and had extra time for Maths. Best section of the day." — Student, Chennai centre

"Chemistry was very easy today. D-Block was direct recall. Electrochemistry had one numerical. If you read NCERT, this section was like free marks." — Student, Hyderabad centre

Mathematics — Shift 1

Mathematics was the most time-consuming section in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 1, maintaining the consistent trend across all April 2026 shifts. The section was moderate in conceptual difficulty but required lengthy multi-step calculations. Calculus dominated with questions from Integration and Differential Equations. Coordinate Geometry and Algebra contributed the next highest share.

Students who attempted Chemistry first and saved enough time for Mathematics reported completing 19 to 22 questions. Those who started with Mathematics and got stuck on lengthy Integration questions found the section stressful.

Topics asked in Mathematics — Shift 1:

Student reaction — Mathematics Shift 1:

"Maths was lengthy as usual. Integration was the most difficult part — it took me 20 minutes just for Integration questions. Time management was key today." — Student, Mumbai centre

"The Maths questions were doable but long. Coordinate Geometry was okay. Integration and Differential Equations took the most time. I attempted 20 out of 25." — Student, Pune centre

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 Paper Analysis

Overall Difficulty Level — Shift 2

Based on student feedback and expert review of memory-based questions, the overall difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 April 6 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

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 — Subject-wise Difficulty at a Glance

Physics — Shift 2

Physics in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 was the most challenging section of the afternoon paper, following the pattern observed consistently across all April 2026 Shift 2 exams. The section had a stronger Class 12 focus with Modern Physics, Electromagnetic Induction, and Thermodynamics each carrying significant weightage. Some questions involved assertion-reasoning type formats and multi-concept numericals that required linking more than one chapter.

Students who practised previous year papers and had strong Class 12 theory clarity found the section manageable, though it was clearly the toughest of the three subjects.

Topics asked in Physics — Shift 2:

Student reaction — Physics Shift 2:

"Physics was tough in the afternoon. Three questions from Modern Physics and two from EMI — both were concept-heavy. I spent 65 minutes on Physics alone." — Student, Delhi centre

"Shift 2 Physics was harder than Shift 1. The multi-concept questions on Thermodynamics and EMI took the most time. Students who only memorised formulas would have struggled." — Student, Jaipur centre

Chemistry — Shift 2

Chemistry in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 was easy and the most scoring section of the afternoon paper. The section was largely based on NCERT, with D and F Block elements and Chemical Bonding carrying the highest weightage in MCQ questions. Physical Chemistry appeared mainly in integer-type numerical questions of Section B. Organic Chemistry had fewer questions compared to Shift 1.

Students who attempted Chemistry first in Shift 2 reported completing it comfortably in under 40 minutes, giving them significantly more time for the demanding Physics and Mathematics sections.

Topics asked in Chemistry — Shift 2:

Student reaction — Chemistry Shift 2:

"Chemistry was the easiest part of the afternoon paper. D-Block and Chemical Bonding were completely NCERT. Finished in 38 minutes easily." — Student, Mumbai centre

"Chemistry saved my paper today. Very NCERT-based. Physical Chemistry had a couple of numerical questions in Section B but they were manageable. Organic had fewer questions than I expected." — Student, Chennai centre

Mathematics — Shift 2

Mathematics in JEE Main 2026 April 6 Shift 2 was moderate to difficult and the most time-consuming section of the afternoon paper. 3D Geometry and Vectors dominated alongside Definite Integration. Several questions required extended multi-step solving, and students who attempted Mathematics after Chemistry and Physics reported having only 60 to 65 minutes remaining for 25 Mathematics questions.

Students who managed their sequence well — Chemistry first, Physics second, Mathematics last — reported better overall attempts.

Topics asked in Mathematics — Shift 2:

Student reaction — Mathematics Shift 2:

"Maths was the toughest section in Shift 2. 3D Geometry and Integration together took nearly 30 minutes. I could only attempt 18 questions in Maths." — Student, Bengaluru centre

"Shift 2 Maths was harder than the morning session. The calculations were very long. Students who practised previous year papers would have done better here." — Student, Hyderabad centre

JEE Main 2026 April 6 — Detailed Subject-wise Analysis by Infinity Learn Experts

This section gives the cross-shift, session-level subject-wise breakdown based on all JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts completed so far. It is updated after each exam date.

Physics — Session 2 Pattern Analysis

Across all JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts, Physics has been consistently moderate in difficulty. Shift 1 papers have tended to carry higher Class 11 weightage while Shift 2 papers have leaned towards Class 12. Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Ray Optics, Rotational Mechanics, and Modern Physics have been the highest-frequency topics across the session.

Chemistry — Session 2 Pattern Analysis

Chemistry has been the most scoring section across all JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts. GOC and Named Reactions, Electrochemistry, Coordination Compounds, and Chemical Thermodynamics have appeared across multiple shifts. NCERT has been the primary source for nearly all Inorganic Chemistry questions and most Organic Chemistry MCQs.

Mathematics — Session 2 Pattern Analysis

Mathematics has been the most challenging and time-consuming section across all JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shifts. Calculus — particularly Integration and Differential Equations — has dominated consistently. 3D Geometry and Vectors have appeared in almost every shift. Students who practised these topics with time pressure have managed significantly better overall attempts.

JEE Main April 6 Good Attempts and Marks vs Percentile

Good Attempts — April 6

Marks vs Percentile — JEE Main April 6 (Expected)

The table below gives the expected marks vs percentile range for JEE Main 2026 April 6 based on difficulty analysis and Session 2 normalisation trends. Final percentile will be calculated by NTA across all shifts.

Shift 1 (Moderate):

Shift 2 (Moderate to Difficult):

How to Calculate Your Score Using the JEE Main 2026 April 6 Answer Key

Once the answer key is available, follow these steps to find your expected score.

1. Download the memory-based answer key from the table above or the official NTA answer key from jeemain.nta.nic.in after it is released.
2. Download your response sheet from the NTA candidate login portal using your application number and date of birth.
3. Compare your responses with the answer key one question at a time.
4. Apply the marking scheme given below to every question.
5. Add up all your marks to get your estimated score out of 300.

The score calculated using the memory-based key is an estimate. It may differ slightly from your final official score once the NTA releases the verified answer key.

JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme

Quick Score Estimation Table

Students can use the table below to get a quick estimate of their score and expected percentile range based on the number of questions attempted correctly and incorrectly.

Note: These are estimated ranges based on Session 2 difficulty trends. Actual percentile depends on the overall performance of all students in your shift and is calculated using NTA's normalisation formula. Use the JEE Main 2026 Rank and College Predictor to estimate your college options based on expected rank.

JEE Main April 6 vs April 5 — Which Day Was Tougher?

Based on expert analysis of both days' papers across all four shifts, April 6 Shift 2 was marginally tougher than April 5 Shift 2 due to a harder Physics section. April 6 Shift 1 was broadly comparable to April 5 Shift 1 in overall difficulty. The consistent pattern — Chemistry easiest, Mathematics longest, Physics harder in Shift 2 — held on both days.

For students appearing in April 8: The Session 2 pattern is now fully established across four exam days. Chemistry will be NCERT-based and easy in both shifts. Physics will be moderately easy in Shift 1 and conceptually harder in Shift 2 with more Class 12 emphasis. Mathematics will be the longest and most demanding section in every shift. Recommended time allocation for April 8: Chemistry 40 minutes, Physics 55 minutes, Mathematics 70 minutes. Attempt Section B (numericals) first in Mathematics as there is no negative marking.

JEE Main 2026 April 6 Student Reactions and Feedback

Given below are student reactions collected from exam centres after each shift. These reflect the general experience reported by students who appeared in JEE Main 2026 April 6.

Shift 1 Student Reactions

"Overall the paper was moderate. Chemistry was the easiest and I finished it in around 40 minutes. Physics was manageable. Maths was the most time-consuming — Integration took a lot of time." — Student, Delhi centre

"The paper was balanced today. I expected Maths to be easier but it was lengthy. Chemistry was completely NCERT — very scoring. Physics had questions from both Class 11 and 12." — Student, Pune centre

"No technical issues at the centre. The paper felt similar to April 4. Mathematics had long calculations but the questions were doable if you managed time well." — Student, Hyderabad centre

Shift 2 Student Reactions

"Shift 2 was harder than the morning. Physics had three questions from Modern Physics and they were all conceptual — not formula-based. Maths was also tough in the afternoon." — Student, Chennai centre

"Chemistry was easy in the afternoon — D-Block and Chemical Bonding were straightforward NCERT. Physics was the difficult part. EMI and Thermodynamics were the trickiest questions." — Student, Mumbai centre

"The paper overall was moderate to difficult. Mathematics in Shift 2 was harder than Shift 1 — more 3D Geometry and integration. I attempted 56 questions total across all subjects." — Student, Bengaluru centre

Tips for Students Appearing on April 8, 2026

Based on patterns from all four completed exam days of JEE Main 2026 Session 2, here are the most important points every student should keep in mind for April 8.

Reach the exam centre on time. Entry closes well before the exam starts. Students arriving late are not allowed inside. Plan your travel keeping at least 30 minutes of buffer.

Attempt Chemistry first. Chemistry has been the easiest and most scoring section in every shift of Session 2. Completing it in 40 minutes gives you the maximum time cushion for the lengthy Mathematics section.

Do not leave Section B unattempted. There is no negative marking for wrong answers in Section B (Numerical Type). Always attempt all five numerical questions in each subject, even if you are not fully confident. A correct numerical is +4 marks with zero risk.

Manage time in Mathematics carefully. Mathematics has been consistently the most time-consuming section. If you get stuck on a question, move on and return to it. Spending more than 4 minutes on one question is not advisable in Mathematics.

Start Mathematics with Section B numericals. Students who attempted the 5 numerical questions in Mathematics first reported better overall attempts, as numericals often take less time than the multi-step MCQ calculations in Section A.

Stay calm if the paper feels tough. NTA's normalisation process ensures fairness across shifts. If your shift is tougher than others, your percentile is calculated against students in your own shift — so a tougher shift does not automatically mean a lower rank.

Why Should You Check the JEE Main 2026 April 6 Paper Analysis?

Get an idea of your score before results. The analysis and memory-based answer key help you estimate your score on the same day as the exam, weeks before the official JEE Main 2026 Result is declared.

Understand how normalisation will affect you. The difficulty level analysis helps you understand whether your shift was easier or harder than others. Because NTA calculates your percentile relative to students in your own shift, a tougher paper does not mean a lower percentile — it means NTA adjusts accordingly.

Plan your next steps. If your estimated score is lower than expected, the analysis helps you decide early whether to focus on JoSAA counselling preparation or plan a future attempt. Use the Rank Predictor to understand your college options based on estimated score.

Useful for students appearing in April 8. The analysis of April 6 shifts gives students appearing in the final exam date clear signals about which topics NTA has prioritised most heavily across Session 2, and which chapters to revise in the remaining time.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern — Quick Reference

Given below is the exam pattern for JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 for B.E. and B.Tech.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 — Paper Analysis for All Exam Dates

Given below is the complete list of paper analysis and answer key links for all days of JEE Main 2026 Session 2.

• JEE Main 2026 Exam 2nd April Answer Key
• JEE Main 2026 Exam 4th April Answer Key
• JEE Main 2026 Exam 5th April Answer Key
• JEE Main 2026 Exam 8th April Answer Key