The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the detailed JEE Main 2026 syllabus and exam pattern soon. Updates will be published on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in along with the official notification, likely in October 2025.
Overview of JEE Main 2026
- Exam Format: Bi-annual (January and April 2026)
- Papers: Paper 1 (BTech), Paper 2A (BArch), Paper 2B (BPlan)
- Syllabus Basis: Class 11 and 12 NCERT chapters in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry
- Registration Documents: Aadhaar Card, UDID Card, Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Candidates are advised to keep their documents updated and ready for the registration process, which will open after the official notification release.
Expected Exam Pattern
While the official pattern is yet to be released, reports suggest it will be similar to 2025:
- Paper 1 (BTech): Questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Paper 2A (BArch): Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Drawing Test
- Paper 2B (BPlan): Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Planning-Based Questions
- Marking Scheme: Negative marking continues for incorrect answers in multiple-choice sections; no optional questions in Section B for numerical questions
Reference from JEE Main 2025
- NTA had removed optional questions in Section B, ensuring all questions are compulsory
- Some modifications in negative marking were introduced across sections
- Similar rules are likely to continue in 2026
Till the official JEE Main 2026 notification is released, aspirants can refer to JEE Main 2025 syllabus to plan their preparation.
