The JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 exam has concluded across exam centres as part of Session 2 conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Lakhs of candidates appeared for the exam in the morning shift. As per initial student reactions, the overall paper was moderate in difficulty but lengthy, with Mathematics emerging as the toughest section. Experts have also released early analysis and memory-based solutions for candidates.
JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 Student Reactions
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 shift 1 student reactions indicate a balanced yet time-consuming paper.
- Most students rated the paper as moderate
- Mathematics was reported lengthy and calculation-heavy
- Physics was moderate and formula-based
- Chemistry was easy with some tricky questions
Many candidates highlighted that completing the Maths section within time was difficult.
JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 1 Question Paper Analysis
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 shift 1 question paper analysis confirms the student feedback.
- Overall difficulty: Moderate
- Paper type: Lengthy but doable
- Maths: Tough and time-consuming
- Physics: Conceptual and moderate
- Chemistry: NCERT-based and easier
Experts noted that the paper followed a similar pattern to previous Session 2 exams.
JEE Main 2026 April 5 Answer Key & Solutions
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 answer key and memory-based solutions have started releasing.
- Coaching institutes are publishing solutions PDF
- Helps candidates estimate their scores
- Official NTA answer key will be released later
Candidates can use these solutions to analyse performance and predict percentile.
JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 Exam Timing
The JEE Main 2026 April 5 Shift 2 exam will be conducted in the afternoon session.
- Reporting Time: 1:00 PM
- Gate Closing Time: 2:30 PM
- Exam Timing: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Candidates must reach the centre on time as late entry is not allowed.
JEE Main 2026 Result Date & Next Step
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is expected by 20 April 2026.
- Result will include percentile and All India Rank
- Top 2.5 lakh candidates will qualify for JEE Advanced
- JEE Advanced 2026 exam will be held on 17 May 2026
Candidates should keep checking official updates for further admission and counselling process.