JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Likely Unchanged; Notification in October
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• Updated on 8 Sep, 2025, 5:59 PM, by KollegeApply
JEE Main 2026 exam format is expected to remain consistent with the 2025 structure, with any new changes revealed alongside the official notification slated for October 2025. Candidates can anticipate the familiar pattern—three sections, a total of 75 mandatory questions, and a computer-based test over multiple sessions.
Key JEE Main 2026 Features Retained from 2025 Pattern
The pattern already adopted in 2025 eliminated optional numerical questions in Section B, making all five questions per subject compulsory. This change continues for 2026.
What Might Change in JEE Main 2026?
- No major structural shifts are expected this year, barring official updates in the October notification.
- A new JEE Apex Board (JAB) has been constituted, chaired by a former BHU Vice-Chancellor, to oversee JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and eligibility norms, potentially introducing future policy changes.
Consistency Provides Clarity for JEE Main 2026 Aspirants
With the pattern unchanged and key details to be confirmed soon through the NTA’s official bulletin, aspirants can continue structured preparation based on the 2025 format:
- Focus on 75 questions across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Practice both MCQs and Numerical Questions, as all are now compulsory.
- Time management across three hours will remain crucial.
Remain alert for any updates following the official notification from NTA.
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