The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam is being conducted from 2 April to 8 April 2026 in computer-based mode. With multiple shifts completed, a clearer picture of the paper difficulty and trends has started to emerge. Initial student reactions and expert reviews indicate that the overall paper level has remained moderate, with slight variations across shifts.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Overview
The exam structure has remained unchanged this year.
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Total Marks: 300
- Question Type: MCQs + Numerical Value Questions
- Negative Marking: -1 for incorrect answers
Each subject included 25 questions, maintaining consistency with previous sessions.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Shift-Wise Difficulty Analysis (April Session)
The difficulty level has varied slightly across different exam days.
The April 6 Shift 1 exam is being rated among the toughest so far.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Subject-Wise Analysis: Key Trends
A consistent pattern has been observed across shifts.
Mathematics
- Moderate to difficult in most shifts
- Frequently lengthy and time-consuming
- Focus on Calculus, Vectors, and 3D Geometry
Physics
- Moderate difficulty overall
- Increasing focus on numerical and application-based questions
- Topics include Ray Optics, Electricity, and Thermodynamics
Chemistry
- Mostly easy to moderate
- Largely based on NCERT concepts
- Some shifts included tricky numerical questions
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 6 Shift 1: Toughest Shift So Far
The 6 April Shift 1 exam stood out due to its difficulty.
- Overall level: Moderate to hard
- Maths: Lengthy and time-intensive
- Physics: Calculative with fewer direct formula questions
- Chemistry: Moderate with tricky numericals
Many candidates reported difficulty in time management due to long calculations.
How This Analysis Helps JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Candidates?
The ongoing session-wise analysis plays an important role for upcoming shifts.
- Helps identify high-weightage topics
- Highlights time-consuming sections
- Allows better revision strategy
- Reduces uncertainty about exam difficulty
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Key Update on Result and Next Stage
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is expected by April 20, 2026. The result will include:
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category-wise cutoff for JEE Advanced
Only the top candidates based on cutoff will qualify for the next stage of admission.