JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 1 examination has ended at 12:00 PM for BE and BTech candidates. The exam was conducted by the National Testing Agency as part of Session 1. Students exiting the examination centres have begun sharing their feedback, forming the basis of the initial shift-wise analysis.
Based on early reactions, the overall difficulty level of the paper is in line with trends observed in the previous exam days.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 1 Overall Difficulty Level
According to student feedback, the January 23 Shift 1 paper is expected to be moderate to tough. Candidates reported that the paper demanded effective time management, especially in sections with lengthy calculations.
Chemistry has continued its trend from earlier shifts and was perceived as moderate to tough and time-consuming. Mathematics was rated moderate to tough, while Physics remained moderate overall.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 1 Subject-Wise Analysis
The subject-wise difficulty assessment is being updated based on student responses and expert inputs. A detailed review of topics and question patterns will be available after further evaluation.
- Mathematics: Moderate to tough; questions involved multi-step calculations
- Physics: Moderate; a mix of conceptual and numerical questions
- Chemistry: Moderate to tough and lengthy; largely NCERT-based
The overall difficulty level is expected to align closely with earlier Session 1 shifts.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 1 Score Expectations
Based on trends from the exams held on 21 January 2026 and 22 January 2026, a score range of 190 to 200 marks in previous shifts was considered close to the 99 percentile mark. For the January 23 Shift 1 exam, the expected marks for 99 percentile will be finalised after a detailed comparison of shift-wise difficulty.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 1 Question Paper and Solutions
As the exam is conducted in computer-based mode, candidates do not receive a physical question paper. Experts will compile memory-based questions shared by candidates to prepare unofficial question papers and answer keys. These solutions will help aspirants estimate their scores and analyse mistakes before the official answer key is released by NTA.
What to Expect in JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 2 Exam?
Based on Day 1 and Day 2 trends, the Shift 2 exam on 23 January 2026 is expected to be moderate to slightly easier than Shift 1. Mathematics may remain lengthy but manageable. Physics is expected to be moderate with a balance of numerical and conceptual questions. Chemistry is likely to be easy to moderate and NCERT-focused, offering scoring opportunities.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 Shift 2 Exam Timings and Guidelines
Candidates appearing for the afternoon shift must strictly follow the exam schedule and instructions. Late entry is not allowed once the gates are closed. Entry procedures, including frisking, biometric registration, and document verification, will take place between 2:00 PM and 2:30 PM. The examination will begin at 3:00 PM and conclude at 6:00 PM.
Candidates must carry the JEE Main 2026 admit card, a valid photo identity proof, required photographs, and other applicable documents. Shoes with thick soles and clothing with large buttons are not permitted inside the examination centre. Further updates on Shift 2 analysis and student reactions will be available after the exam concludes.