The JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 2 exam has concluded across centres nationwide. According to initial student reactions, the overall paper was moderate, with Mathematics the toughest section, Physics of moderate level, and Chemistry comparatively easy.
JEE Main April 2 Shift 2 Subject-Wise Analysis
- Mathematics: Moderate to tough, with lengthy calculations. Topics included Coordinate Geometry, Calculus, Trigonometry, Vectors & 3D, Probability.
- Physics: Moderate, formula-centric problems from Thermodynamics, EM waves, Gravitation, and Wave optics.
- Chemistry: Easy to moderate, NCERT-focused, covering Coordination Compounds, Amines, Chemical Kinetics, Ionic Equilibrium, and Inorganic Chemistry.
JEE Main 2026 April 2 Shift 2 Marks vs Percentile (Expected)
Based on student feedback and expert analysis, the estimated marks vs percentile for Shift 2 is:
These percentiles are preliminary estimates based on shift difficulty and trends. Official percentiles will be released by NTA with results.
JEE Main How Percentile Is Calculated?
Percentile represents the relative performance of a candidate in the shift:
Percentile = (Number of candidates with marks equal to or less than you / Total candidates in the session) × 100
This ensures fair comparison across different shifts despite variations in difficulty.
How to Use JEE Main Analysis?
- Estimate expected percentile and rank using marks obtained.
- Identify challenging topics for future preparation.
- Track upcoming official answer key release by NTA for final verification.
Candidates can also refer to the memory-based question paper PDF with solutions for Shift 2 to estimate performance before results.