JEE Main 2026 January 29 LIVE: B.Arch & B.Planning Exam Analysis, Question Paper, Student Reactions
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• Updated on 29 Jan, 2026, 5:21 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
The National Testing Agency successfully concluded the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2 examination today, 29 January 2026, for candidates seeking admission to BArch and BPlanning programmes.
The National Testing Agency successfully concluded the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2 examination today, 29 January 2026, for candidates seeking admission to BArch and BPlanning programmes. The exam was conducted in a single shift across designated examination centres nationwide and ended at 12:30 PM. The test began at 9:00 AM after candidates completed mandatory reporting formalities, including biometric authentication and document verification, as per NTA guidelines.
JEE Main 2026 January 29 Paper 2 Exam Timing and Shift Details
Paper 2 of JEE Main 2026 was held in the morning shift. Entry to the examination centres was regulated strictly, and late entry was not permitted once the exam commenced. JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Schedule
- Reporting and entry: 08:00 AM to 08:30 AM
- Instructions by invigilators: 08:30 AM to 08:50 AM
- Candidate login: 08:50 AM
- Exam start time: 09:00 AM
- Exam end time: 12:30 PM
Candidates were allowed to leave the examination hall only after official instructions were announced at the end of the test.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Exam Pattern for BArch and BPlanning
The Paper 2 examination is conducted for admission to undergraduate Architecture and Planning courses offered by NITs, IIITs, and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions.
Paper 2A (BArch) comprised Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing sections. The paper included 77 questions carrying a total of 400 marks. While Mathematics and Aptitude were conducted in computer-based mode, the Drawing section was held offline.
Paper 2B (BPlanning) included Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Planning-based questions. The paper consisted of 100 computer-based questions for 400 marks, without any drawing component.
JEE Main 2026 January 29 Exam Day Guidelines and Dress Code
NTA implemented standard exam-day guidelines to ensure smooth conduct of the examination. Although no formal dress code was prescribed, candidates were advised to avoid footwear with thick soles and clothing with large buttons. As per guidelines, Sikh candidates were permitted to carry religious or customary items such as a Kara or Kirpan.
Items Allowed and Prohibited at JEE Main 2026 Exam Centres
Strict security checks were carried out at all exam centres before granting entry. Candidates were required to present essential documents for verification. Mandatory items included:
- JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 admit card
- Valid photo identity proof
- Two passport-size photographs
- Photo verification certificate, if applicable
Electronic devices, written material, jewellery, and metal accessories were strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
LATEST UPDATE
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 BArch LIVE: Session 2 Exam Dates
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April session) will be conducted from April 2 to April 9, 2026. The registration process for Session 2 is expected to begin soon on the official website.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Pattern: Is It Same as Session 1?
Yes. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam pattern and syllabus are the same as Session 1. There are no changes in the paper structure, marking scheme, or topics across both sessions.
JEE Main Jan 29 LIVE: NTA Rough Sheet Instructions for Candidates
As per NTA guidelines, A4-size blank sheets are provided for rough work in the JEE Main exam hall.
Write your name and roll number on each sheet
Submit all sheets in the designated drop box after the exam
Do not carry rough sheets outside the hall
Failure to submit the sheets may lead to non-evaluation of answers.
JEE Main Jan 29 Exam LIVE: Candidates Exit Centres, Paper Analysis Coming Up
Candidates are now leaving their JEE Main exam centres after completing the January 29 paper. Detailed paper analysis covering difficulty level, topics asked, expected cut-off, and marks vs percentile will be shared shortly, along with student reactions. Stay tuned.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 LIVE: NTA Rough Sheet Instructions for Candidates
As per NTA guidelines, A4-size blank sheets are provided in the JEE Main exam hall for rough work. Key instructions to follow:
Write your name and roll number on each rough sheet
Do not take the sheets outside the exam hall
Drop all used sheets in the designated drop box after the exam
Failure to submit the rough sheets properly may lead to non-evaluation of answers.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2 Concludes: BArch & BPlanning Exam Ends at 12:30 PM
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has successfully concluded the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2 examination today, January 29, 2026, for admission to BArch and BPlanning programmes. The exam was conducted in a single shift at centres across the country and ended at 12:30 PM.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 LIVE: Memory-Based Answer Key & Question Paper After Exam
After the JEE Main 2026 January 29 exam concludes, candidates will be able to check the memory-based answer key and question paper solutions. The memory-based JEE Main 2026 solutions are expected to be available after 1:00 PM today.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 BArch Exam LIVE: Paper Concludes
The JEE Main 2026 January 29 BArch examination has ended successfully. Candidates will soon exit the exam centres and begin sharing their exam experience and reactions. Live student feedback and paper analysis will be updated here shortly. Stay tuned.
JEE Main 2026 BPlanning LIVE: Paper 2 Exam Concludes at 12 PM
The JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 (BPlanning) examination has concluded at 12:00 PM. A detailed exam analysis, including difficulty level and student reactions, will be shared shortly.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 LIVE: How to Challenge Answer Key?
The NTA opens the answer key challenge window for JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 (BArch & BPlanning) on the same day the provisional key is released. Candidates can submit objections online through the official website. Steps to challenge JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 answer key:
Visit the official JEE Main website
Click on JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Answer Key
Log in using application number and password
View the answer key with option IDs
Click on Raise Objections
Select the question ID and mark the correct answer
Submit the challenge and pay the required fee
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Date: When and Where to Check?
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will declare the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result by February 12. Once released, the JEE Main result 2026 link will be available on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in for candidates to check their scores and percentile.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 BArch Exam LIVE: Session 1 Answer Key Release Timeline
JEE Main 2026 BArch & BPlanning: How to Download NTA Answer Key
Candidates who appeared for JEE Main 2026 BArch and BPlanning can download the official answer key from the NTA website once released. Steps to download JEE Main 2026 answer key:
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
Click on the JEE Main 2026 answer key link
Log in using application number and password/date of birth
View the answer key along with the response sheet
Download and save a copy for reference
As per updates, the official JEE Main 2026 answer key is expected in the first week of February 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 Paper 2 LIVE: Total Number of Questions Explained
Here’s a quick look at the question pattern in JEE Main 2026 across all papers:
Paper 2A (BArch): 77 questions
Mathematics, Aptitude & Drawing
Paper 2B (BPlanning): 100 questions
Mathematics: 25
Aptitude: 50
Planning: 25
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): 75 questions
Physics, Chemistry, Maths (25 each)
20 MCQs + 5 Numerical Value Questions per subject
Total marks: 300
Stay tuned for more JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 live exam updates.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29: Bio-Break Rules at Exam Centres
As per NTA guidelines, candidates taking a bio-break/toilet break during the JEE Main 2026 exam must undergo mandatory frisking and biometric verification again before re-entering the exam hall.
JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 LIVE: BArch & BPlanning Exam Begins at 9 AM
The JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 examination for BArch and BPlanning has officially started at 9:00 AM across exam centres. Candidates inside the centres have begun the test after completing frisking, biometric verification, and final instructions.
Key highlights:
BArch & BPlanning Paper 2 started at 9 AM
Exam conducted in CBT mode (with drawing section for BArch)
Entry gates were closed as per schedule
Candidates are advised to follow the on-screen and invigilator instructions
Stay tuned for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 live updates, difficulty level, section-wise analysis, and student feedback after the exam concludes.
JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 LIVE: BArch & BPlanning Exam to Begin in 10 Minutes
The JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 examination for BArch and BPlanning candidates is set to commence in the next 10 minutes. Candidates inside the exam centres have completed frisking and verification, and final instructions are being announced. Last-minute updates for candidates:
Exam for BArch & BPlanning starting shortly
Entry gates are already closed
Candidates must follow invigilator instructions carefully
Question paper and login process will begin soon
Stay connected for JEE Main 2025 Paper 2 live updates, exam analysis, and student reactions once the test begins.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 Dress Code for Female Candidates: What to Wear & What to Avoid?
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 BArch Exam LIVE: Exam Centre Gates Closed, Test to Begin Shortly
The JEE Main 2026 January 29 BArch examination is set to begin shortly, as exam centre gates are now officially closed. The frisking and security checks for all candidates appearing at their allotted centres have been successfully completed.
Latest status at exam centres:
- Entry gates closed as per schedule
- Frisking and verification process completed
- Only registered candidates inside the centres will be allowed to appear
- JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 BArch exam will commence shortly
Candidates inside the exam halls are advised to follow the invigilator's instructions carefully as the examination process begins. Keep following for JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 BArch exam live updates
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 LIVE Updates: Frisking Underway at Exam Centres, Gates Closing at 8:30 AM
The JEE Main 2026 January 29 examination is moving ahead as scheduled, with frisking and security checks currently in progress at exam centres across the country. Key updates for candidates:
Frisking and verification are ongoing at all allotted centres
Candidates must complete biometric and security checks before entry
Entry gates will close sharply at 8:30 AM
Late entry will not be permitted under any circumstances
Candidates are advised to remain calm, follow centre instructions, and ensure they have their JEE Main 2026 admit card and valid ID proof ready to avoid delays. Stay tuned for more JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 live updates.
JEE Main 2026 Jan 29 Exam LIVE: Lost Your Admit Card? Here’s What to Do Immediately
Candidates appearing for the JEE Main 2026 January 29 exam who have misplaced or lost their admit card need not panic. The National Testing Agency (NTA) allows candidates to re-download the JEE Main Session 1 admit card through the official login portal.
What candidates should do:
Log in using your JEE Main 2026 application number and password/date of birth
Download the Session 1 attempt admit card again
Take 2–3 printouts and keep them as backup
Save a digital copy on your phone/email/cloud for safety
Candidates are advised to carry a clear printed copy of the admit card to the exam centre, as entry is strictly prohibited without it. Staying prepared with multiple copies can help avoid last-minute stress on JEE Main Jan 29 exam day.
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