JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Jan 21–24 Shift-Wise PDFs Available
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• Updated on 27 Jan, 2026, 11:56 AM, by Ishita Tanwar
Memory-based answer keys for JEE Main 2026 January session exams have been released. Answer keys are available for all shifts conducted between 21 January 2026 and 24 January 2026. Candidates can use these solutions to estimate scores ahead of the official NTA answer key.
The JEE Main 2026 January session answer keys for exams conducted between 21 January 2026 and 24 January 2026 are now available for reference. These answer keys cover both Shift 1 and Shift 2 of the B.E./B.Tech (Paper 1) examination. The solutions are memory-based and have been compiled using inputs from candidates who appeared in the examination across various centres.
JEE Main 2026 January Session Exam Schedule Overview
The National Testing Agency is conducting the JEE Main 2026 January session on multiple dates in two shifts per day. The examination structure remains uniform across all days, allowing candidates to analyse relative difficulty levels and question trends across shifts. Answer keys have been made available for all completed examination days so far, helping candidates review performance and identify commonly tested concepts.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Shift-Wise Availability
The answer keys include Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics sections for each shift held between 21 January 2026 and 24 January 2026. Both morning and afternoon shifts are covered to ensure comprehensive assessment. Candidates appearing in upcoming shifts or planning for future sessions can also use these solutions to understand chapter-wise weightage and expected difficulty levels.
How Candidates Can Use the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key?
By comparing marked responses with the answer key, candidates can calculate their expected raw score using the official marking scheme. This helps in getting an early indication of performance before the declaration of results. Evaluating responses at this stage also allows candidates to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement, especially for those planning to appear in the April session.
Official JEE Main 2026 Answer Key by NTA
The official JEE Main 2026 answer key will be released by the National Testing Agency after the conclusion of the January session, tentatively in early February 2026. Along with the answer key, the response sheet and objection window will also be activated. Only the final answer key released by NTA will be considered for result preparation.
JEE Main 2026 January Session Paper Analysis Insights
Based on early analysis, Mathematics remained lengthy across most shifts, while Physics varied from moderate to conceptually demanding. Chemistry was generally rated easy to moderate, with a strong emphasis on NCERT-based questions. Using answer keys along with paper analysis can help candidates plan an effective strategy for upcoming sessions and future attempts.
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