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Updated on 8 Apr 2026, 11:30 IST
The JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 exam has been successfully concluded. April 8, 2026 was the last day of JEE Main 2026 Session 2, and the exam was held in a single evening shift from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM across all exam centres in India. With this, JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is now officially over for B.Tech/B.E. Paper 1 candidates.
The memory-based question paper, answer key, and subject-wise solutions prepared by Infinity Learn expert faculty are available on this page. Students can use these to estimate their score, cross-check their answers, and calculate their expected percentile for Session 2.
The official provisional answer key for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 will be released by NTA on jeemain.nta.nic.in within 5 to 7 days after April 8. Students can challenge incorrect answers within the challenge window by paying ₹200 per question.
| Exam Details | Information |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session 2 |
| Exam Date | April 8, 2026 |
| Day of Session 2 | Last Day (Day 7) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Shift Conducted | Shift 2 — Evening only |
| Shift Timing | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Status | Concluded |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | Second week of April 2026 (Expected) |
| Answer Key Challenge Fee | ₹200 per question |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Result Declaration | Expected April 20–25, 2026 |
| Particulars | Shift 2 (Evening) |
| Exam Time | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Entry at Exam Centre | 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM |
| Instructions by Invigilator | 2:30 PM to 2:50 PM |
| Candidate Login Time | 2:50 PM |
| Exam Started | 3:00 PM |
| Exam Ended | 6:00 PM |
The memory-based answer key and subject-wise solutions for JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 are available below, prepared by Infinity Learn JEE expert faculty based on questions recalled by students immediately after the exam. The official NTA answer key will be added to this page after its release on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
| Subject | Download Link |
| Physics | JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 Physics Question Paper PDF with Solution |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 Chemistry Question Paper PDF with Solution |
| Mathematics | JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 Maths Question Paper PDF with Solution |
The JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2 paper was moderate overall, consistent with the trend seen across all Session 2 shifts. The paper followed the standard NTA format and was well-balanced across subjects. Mathematics was the most time-consuming section, Chemistry was relatively scoring and largely NCERT-based, and Physics was moderate with a mix of conceptual and formula-based questions.
| Subject | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts |
| Physics | Moderate | 20–23 |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | 22–25 |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Lengthy | 17–20 |
| Overall | Moderate | 58–65 |
Physics in the April 8 Shift 2 paper was easy to moderate, consistent with the last-day pattern seen in previous years. Most questions were formula-based and directly solvable using standard Class 12 concepts. Students who allocated 45–50 minutes to Physics had sufficient time remaining for the other two sections.
Topics Asked in Physics — April 8 Shift 2:
| Chapter | Questions (Approx.) | Difficulty |
| Modern Physics | 3–4 | Easy–Moderate |
| Ray Optics | 2–3 | Easy |
| Rotational Motion | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Electrostatics | 3 | Moderate |
| Semiconductors | 2 | Easy |
| Current Electricity | 2–3 | Easy–Moderate |
| Thermodynamics | 2 | Moderate |
| Waves | 1–2 | Easy |
Key observation: Physics was the most scoring section in this shift. Students who attempted Physics first and completed it within 45 minutes set themselves up for a stronger overall attempt.
Chemistry in the April 8 Shift 2 paper was easy to moderate. The section was largely NCERT-based across all three branches — Physical, Organic, and Inorganic — with Physical Chemistry carrying the highest question count. Students who had thoroughly read NCERT and practised standard numerical problems from Physical Chemistry found this section the most scoring.
Topics Asked in Chemistry — April 8 Shift 2:
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| Chapter | Questions (Approx.) | Branch | Difficulty |
| Coordination Compounds | 2–3 | Inorganic | Moderate |
| Chemical Equilibrium | 2–3 | Physical | Moderate |
| Aldehydes and Ketones | 2 | Organic | Easy–Moderate |
| Chemical Kinetics | 2–3 | Physical | Moderate |
| p-Block Elements | 2 | Inorganic | Easy |
| Electrochemistry | 2 | Physical | Moderate |
| Biomolecules | 1–2 | Organic | Easy |
| GOC | 2 | Organic | Moderate |
Key observation: Based on the trend seen across all Session 2 shifts, Physical Chemistry had the highest weightage on April 8 as well. Students who underestimated Chemistry and skipped revision of Physical Chemistry numericals found it tougher than expected — a pattern consistent with what happened on the last day in 2025.
Mathematics in the April 8 Shift 2 paper was moderate in difficulty but slightly lengthy, consistent with every JEE Main 2026 Session 2 shift. Students who managed time well and attempted Chemistry first had enough time to handle the lengthy Mathematics section. The average number of attempts in Mathematics was 17–20 questions for most students.
Topics Asked in Mathematics — April 8 Shift 2:
| Chapter | Questions (Approx.) | Difficulty |
| Conic Sections | 3–4 | Moderate |
| Matrices and Determinants | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Vectors and 3D Geometry | 3 | Moderate |
| Sequence and Series | 2 | Easy–Moderate |
| Integration | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Probability | 2 | Moderate |
| Coordinate Geometry | 2–3 | Moderate |
| Differential Equations | 1–2 | Moderate |
Key observation: Mathematics required the most time in this shift. Students who attempted easy and medium questions first and returned to lengthy problems later managed their time better. The section was in line with the January 2026 session Maths difficulty.
Students exiting exam centres after the April 8 Shift 2 paper described the overall experience as manageable. Most students found Chemistry the most straightforward and scoring section, while Mathematics was the most time-consuming. Physics was easy for students who had practised NCERT and standard formula-based problems regularly.
What students said after the April 8 Shift 2 exam:
The general consensus among students is that April 8 Shift 2 was easier than April 6 Shift 1 (which was the toughest shift of Session 2) and comparable to April 4 Shift 1 (the easiest shift of the session).
| Exam Date | Shift | Overall Difficulty | Toughest Section |
| April 2 Shift 1 | Morning | Easy to Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 2 Shift 2 | Evening | Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 4 Shift 1 | Morning | Moderate (Easiest of Session 2) | Mathematics |
| April 4 Shift 2 | Evening | Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 5 Shift 1 | Morning | Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 5 Shift 2 | Evening | Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 6 Shift 1 | Morning | Moderate to Tough (Toughest of Session 2) | Mathematics |
| April 6 Shift 2 | Evening | Moderate | Mathematics |
| April 8 Shift 2 | Evening | Moderate | Mathematics |
Follow these steps to estimate your score using the memory-based answer key available on this page:
JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme:
| Answer Type | Section A (MCQ) | Section B (Numerical) |
| Correct Answer | +4 marks | +4 marks |
| Wrong Answer | –1 mark | 0 marks |
| Unattempted | 0 marks | 0 marks |
Important: The score calculated using the memory-based key is an estimate. Your final official score may differ slightly after NTA releases the official answer key, which takes into account objection challenges.
The table below gives an estimated score-to-percentile mapping for JEE Main 2026 April 8 Shift 2. These estimates are based on previous year trends, Session 2 2026 difficulty level, and NTA's normalization formula patterns.
| Correct Answers | Wrong MCQs | Estimated Score | Approximate Percentile |
| 68–72 | 3–5 | 262–278 | 99.5 and above |
| 62–67 | 5–8 | 238–258 | 99.0–99.5 |
| 55–61 | 7–10 | 210–234 | 97–99 |
| 48–54 | 8–12 | 180–208 | 93–97 |
| 40–47 | 10–14 | 146–178 | 86–93 |
| 32–39 | 10–15 | 113–141 | 76–86 |
Actual percentile depends on the total number of candidates appearing in your shift and is calculated using NTA's normalization formula. For a more accurate estimate, use the JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor and JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile.
Once NTA releases the provisional answer key for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (expected second week of April 2026), follow these steps:
The final answer key will be released after NTA reviews all objections. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result will be declared based on this final answer key, expected by April 20–25, 2026.
The final JEE Main 2026 cutoff for JEE Advanced eligibility will be declared with the result after combining the best percentile from both Session 1 and Session 2 for each candidate.
| Category | Expected Qualifying Percentile for JEE Advanced |
| General (CRL) | 93–95 percentile |
| EWS | 79–83 percentile |
| OBC-NCL | 77–81 percentile |
| SC | 57–62 percentile |
| ST | 43–48 percentile |
| PwD | 0.011 percentile |
These are estimated ranges based on previous year trends and overall Session 2 difficulty. The actual cutoff will be released with the JEE Main 2026 result. Check the JEE Main 2026 Cutoff page for confirmed figures once declared.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is now over. Here is the expected timeline for everything that follows.
| Event | Expected Date |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 last exam day | April 8, 2026 |
| NTA releases provisional answer key | Second week of April 2026 |
| Answer key challenge window | 2–3 days after provisional key release |
| Final answer key released | Third or fourth week of April 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result | April 20–25, 2026 (Expected) |
| JEE Advanced 2026 registration | Opens after JEE Main result |
| JEE Advanced 2026 exam | May 17, 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling 2026 | Expected June 2026 |
After the result is declared, students who clear the JEE Advanced qualifying cutoff (top 2,50,000) can register for JEE Advanced 2026. All other eligible students can participate in JoSAA 2026 counselling for NIT, IIIT, and GFTI admissions.
Also Check
| Paper | Section | Questions | Total Marks |
| Paper 1 | Physics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (attempt any 5) | 100 |
| Paper 1 | Chemistry | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (attempt any 5) | 100 |
| Paper 1 | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (attempt any 5) | 100 |
| Paper 1 Total | 75 Questions | 300 |
Important: Section B (numerical) carries no negative marking. Wrong numerical answers receive 0 marks, not –1. Always attempt all 5 numerical questions per subject.
Now that the exam is concluded, here is what every student should do based on their situation:
If your rank is in the top 2,50,000: Register for JEE Advanced 2026 the moment registration opens (last week of April). The registration window is short — typically 10–14 days — and there are no extensions.
If your rank is between 50,000 and 2,50,000: Participate in JoSAA counselling for NIT, IIIT, and GFTI seats. Check home state quota cutoffs separately, as 50% of NIT seats are reserved for home-state candidates. Also apply for BITSAT Session 2 if BITS Pilani is a target (registration: April 20 – May 2).
If your rank is above 2,50,000: Explore VITEEE, SRMJEEE Phase 2, state-level CETs, and B.Sc programmes as strong alternatives. Do not wait for the result to start applying — deadlines for VITEEE and SRMJEEE are in April–May.
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Based on the pattern followed in JEE Main 2025, April 8 is expected to have only one shift — the evening shift from 3 PM to 6 PM. In 2025, April 8 was the last day of Paper 1 and only Shift 2 was conducted. Students should confirm from their admit card whether they have been assigned this date and shift.
The official provisional answer key for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is expected to be released in the second week of April 2026, after all exam dates including April 8 are completed. Students can download it from jeemain.nta.nic.in by logging in with their application number and date of birth.
Infinity Learn will publish the memory-based answer key for April 8 Shift 2 by 6:30 PM on April 8, 2026. Check the download table on this page after the exam ends. Memory-based keys are 90 to 95 percent accurate and are useful for getting an estimate of your score on the same day.
In JEE Main 2025, the April 8 Shift 2 paper was rated easy to moderate overall. Physics was the easiest and most scoring section. Chemistry was the toughest, with calculation-heavy questions from Physical Chemistry and Coordination Compounds. Mathematics was moderate and slightly easier than most other April 2025 shifts.
Apply the formula: Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers x 4) minus (Number of Wrong MCQ Answers x 1). Numerical questions in Section B have no negative marking. The maximum score in Paper 1 is 300 marks.
NTA takes the best percentile between Session 1 and Session 2 for the final merit list. This means appearing in Session 2 can only help you, not hurt you. If your Session 2 percentile is lower than Session 1, NTA will still use your Session 1 percentile.
NTA allows students to raise objections against the provisional answer key by paying INR 200 per question online. The objection window is usually open for 2 to 3 days after the provisional key is released. If your objection is accepted, the fee is refunded and the answer key is corrected.
Your percentile is not your raw marks. NTA converts your raw score into a percentile that shows what percentage of candidates in your shift you scored equal to or better than. For example, a percentile of 95 means you scored equal to or better than 95 percent of students in your shift. The All India Rank (AIR) is then assigned based on this percentile across all shifts and sessions combined.
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is expected to be declared by April 20 to 25, 2026. NTA first releases the provisional answer key, allows objections, releases the final key, and then declares the result. Students are advised to keep checking jeemain.nta.nic.in for official updates.
After the exam, check the memory-based answer key on this page to estimate your score. Once the official answer key is released, verify your responses and raise objections if needed. If you qualify the cutoff, register for JEE Advanced 2026. All qualifying students should also keep an eye on JoSAA counselling 2026 dates for NIT, IIIT, and GFTI admissions.