Experts from leading coaching institutes have compiled memory-based JEE Main 2026 question papers with solutions in PDF format for all shifts of the January session. This resource supports aspirants in cross-checking answers and gaining early insights into probable scores ahead of the National Testing Agency (NTA)’s official question paper release.
What Are Memory-Based Question Papers?
Since JEE Main is conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode, candidates cannot keep the original question paper after the exam. Coaching centres and education portals collect student-recalled questions and compile them with expert solutions to form memory-based question papers with solutions PDFs. These help candidates evaluate their responses and understand the pattern of questions asked.
Download JEE Main 2026 Question Papers with Solutions
Below are the shift-wise JEE Main 2026 question paper PDFs for the January session. These links will be updated as the papers and solutions are released:
January Session – Shift-Wise
- 21 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
- 22 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
- 23 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
- 24 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
- 28 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
- 29 January 2026 – Shift 1 & Shift 2 question papers with solutions
These PDFs include solved questions from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, allowing candidates to cross-verify their attempted answers and estimate likely marks.
How to Use These Solution PDFs?
Memory-based solutions can help candidates:
- Cross-check answers attempted in the exam
- Estimate probable marks before official papers are published
- Understand difficulty level and question trends across shifts
It is important to note that memory-based papers might slightly differ from the official NTA question papers and should be used primarily for performance estimation and practice.
Official NTA JEE Main Papers and Next Steps
The NTA is expected to release the official JEE Main 2026 question papers and answer keys on its portal a few days after the conclusion of the January exam. Candidates can log in with their credentials on the official website to download the question paper, response sheet and answer key once published. These official downloads are essential for accurate result calculation and score validation.