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Updated on 24 Mar 2026, 14:20 IST
Live Update: JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Day 1 (2 April) – Memory-based Answer Key & Solutions releasing shortly after each shift. Shift 1 (9 AM–12 PM) | Shift 2 (3 PM–6 PM)
Stay updated with the JEE Main 2026 2 April Answer Key, question paper with solutions, and memory-based papers for Session 2. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the official JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet a few days after the exam. Unofficial memory-based answer keys and solutions for JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 1 and Shift 2 will be available here within hours of the exam for Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics.
These JEE Main 2026 memory-based papers — derived from candidate recollections for both Shift 1 and Shift 2 — provide an early insight into exam questions and expected scores before the official release by NTA. This early access helps candidates estimate their JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor results and start targeted revision without waiting for the official announcement.
| Exam Details | Information |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session 2 |
| Exam Date (Day 1) | 2 April 2026 (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Shift Timings | Shift 1: 9 AM – 12 PM / Shift 2: 3 PM – 6 PM |
| Provisional Answer Key | Expected mid-April 2026 |
| Response Sheet Release | Expected along with provisional key |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Answer Key Challenge Fee | ₹200 per question |
| Final Answer Key & Result | Expected by ~20 April 2026 |
| Rank Predictor Tool | Available here for estimated rank analysis |
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key is a document containing the correct answers to all questions asked in the JEE Main 2026 exam. Right after the exam, coaching institutes and educational platforms release memory-based answer keys compiled using inputs from students who have just appeared for the exam. These keys are unofficial until the National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the final provisional version on its official website. After the exam, students can use this answer key to cross-check their answers and calculate a rough estimate of their scores. It is a valuable tool that allows candidates to analyze performance before the official result announcement — helping reduce anxiety and guide further preparation.
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for April 2 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 2nd April Shift 1 Physics Answer Key PDF |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 1 Chemistry Answer Key PDF |
| Maths | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 1 Maths Answer Key PDF |
| Subject | JEE Main 2026 Answer Key PDF Download |
| Physics | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 2 Physics Answer Key PDF |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 2 Chemistry Answer Key PDF |
| Maths | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 2 Maths Answer Key PDF |
The JEE Mains 2026 question paper with solutions PDF for 2nd April will be uploaded on this page after the exam concludes for both shifts. These resources are invaluable for candidates scheduled in upcoming shifts — analyzing earlier shifts helps understand difficulty trends and expected question types.
| Subject | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
| Physics | JEE Main 2nd April 2026 Physics Question Paper Shift 1 | JEE Main 2nd April 2026 Physics Question Paper Shift 2 |
| Chemistry | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 1 Chemistry Question Paper | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 2 Chemistry Question Paper |
| Maths | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 1 Maths Question Paper | JEE Main 2026 2nd April Shift 2 Maths Question Paper |
By referring to these memory-based questions for JEE 2026, candidates can:
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key and JEE Main 2026 response sheet in the second week of April 2026 on its official website. Students can follow these steps to download:

JEE Main answer key kaise download kare: Upar diye gaye steps follow karein — jeemain.nta.nic.in par jakar apna application number aur password se login karein, phir shift select karke answer key PDF download karein.
The NTA will release the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key in the second week of April 2026. Candidates who believe a question has been answered incorrectly can challenge it by following these steps:

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Once you have downloaded the answer key, use the following JEE Main 2026 marking scheme to estimate your score:
| Action | Marks |
| Correct Answer | +4 marks |
| Incorrect Answer | –1 mark (negative marking) |
| Unanswered Question | 0 marks |
| Subject | Correct | Score | Incorrect | Penalty | Net |
| Physics | 40 | 160 | 5 | –5 | 155 |
| Chemistry | 35 | 140 | 3 | –3 | 137 |
| Maths | 38 | 152 | 4 | –4 | 148 |
| Total | 440 |
Today marks Day 1 of JEE Mains 2026 Session 2, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The exams are held in two shifts: Shift 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM and Shift 2 from 3 PM to 6 PM. After the completion of each shift, detailed paper analysis will be available here.
| 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 – 3 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 3 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 – 8 April 2026 Shift 1 | Watch Here |
| JEE Main Analysis – 8 April 2026 Shift 2 | Watch Here |
| Shift | Overall Difficulty | Physics | Chemistry | Maths |
| Shift 1 | (Updating post-exam) | — | — | — |
| Shift 2 | (Updating post-exam) | — | — | — |
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key serves several critical purposes for students:
Estimate Your Score: By comparing your answers with the answer key, you can get a close estimate of your score well before the official result is announced. This helps you understand whether you are on track to qualify for JEE Advanced 2026.

Evaluate Strengths and Weaknesses: The answer key provides a structured opportunity for self-assessment. You can identify which sections you struggled with and which areas you excelled in, and plan your preparation accordingly.
Prepare for JEE Advanced 2026: By identifying weaker topics through the JEE Main 2026 April 2 paper analysis, students can focus revision efforts on high-weightage areas — improving their chances in JEE Advanced.
Plan for Remaining Shifts: Candidates appearing in later shifts (April 4, 5, 6, 8) can use the JEE Main 2026 April 2 memory-based questions to understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and expected topic trends.
Boost Confidence: Knowing your approximate score before official results are announced helps reduce anxiety and build exam momentum.
While memory-based answer keys are prepared by experienced educators and are quite accurate, there might be occasional discrepancies. Here is what to do:
| Date | Analysis Link |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 22nd January | View Paper Analysis |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 23rd January | View Paper Analysis |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 24th January | View Paper Analysis |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 28th January | View Paper Analysis |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam 29th January | View Paper Analysis |
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for 2 April Session 2 is one of the most crucial resources for every candidate who appeared in today's exam. By using the memory-based answer keys available here, you can estimate your score, analyze your Shift 1 and Shift 2 performance, and start targeted preparation for either upcoming JEE Main 2026 shifts or JEE Advanced 2026.
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Unofficial memory-based answer keys will be available on this page within 2–3 hours of each shift ending. The NTA provisional answer key is expected in the second week of April 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Memory-based keys are prepared by experienced faculty using recollections from students. They are quite accurate but should be treated as unofficial estimates. Always verify with the NTA's official provisional key.
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in, log in with your Application Number and password, and download your response sheet once NTA releases it (expected mid-April 2026).
The provisional answer key is released first and is open to challenges (at ₹200 per question). After reviewing all objections, NTA publishes the final answer key, which is used for calculating the official JEE Main 2026 result and merit list.
Based on NTA's historical patterns, the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is expected by approximately 20 April 2026.
Cutoff depends on exam difficulty, number of applicants, and overall performance. Refer to our JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff and Marks vs Percentile vs Rank page for detailed projections after the exam.