JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 LIVE Updates (AVAILABLE): Memory-based questions Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 (LIVE):
Day 1 of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is today, January 21, 2026. As per the format, the exam is being held through CBT mode in two shifts: Shift 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM, and Shift 2 from 3 PM to 6 PM. Since the exam is held through CBT, the actual question papers will not be available; however, memory-based questions from both shifts will be added here. If you are appearing for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam, the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 will help you to predict the expected questions and the level of difficulty. So, follow the live blog here to collect the memory-based questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from both shifts here, along with additional details regarding the expected topics and questions in the upcoming shifts, as well as expected weightage for the topics in the upcoming shifts.
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JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 2: Memory-based questions
The memory-based questions for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, as per the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 2, are here.Physics Questions
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
In a circuit, there is a battery with internal resistance r and an emf E, which is connected to an external load resistance R as shown. Find the value of R so that the maximum power dissipates across R.
 | R=r |
Refractive index of the prism is √2. What should be the angle of incidence for a light ray such that the emerging ray gazes out of the surface?
 | 90° |
| Keeping the significant figures in view, the sum of the physical quantities 5.01 m, 153.2 m, and 0.123 m is | 205.3m |
The total length of potentiometer wire AB is shown in the arrangement in the fig. If P is the point where the galvanometer shows zero reading, then the length of AP is:
 | 30 |
| The Kinetic energy of a simple harmonic oscillating with an angular frequency of 176 rad/s. The frequency of the simple harmonic oscillator is - Hz (π=22/7) | 88 |
Mathematics Questions
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
 | 104 |
 | 16 |
| Let y2= 16x, from point (16, 16), a focal chord passes. Point ( α, β) divides the focal chord in the ratio 2:3, then the minimum value of α+ β is | 11 |
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Chemistry Questions
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
|
Statement I: The correct order for radius is Al>Mg>Mg
2+
>Al
3+
Statement II: Atomic size always depends on electronegativity Choose the correct option | Both statements I and II are incorrect |
 | 5 |
| The rms speed of oxygen molecules at 47°C is equal to that of Hydrogen molecules kept at ____°C | -253 |
| 1 g of an organic compound produces 1.49 g of Mg 2 P 2 O 7 . Determine % of Phosphorous? | 45%-46% |
|
Following 4 molecules are given, and among them, one is optically active. Find the percentage of carbon in that compound:
a. n-propyl Chloride b. iso-propyl Chloride c. iso-butyl Chloride d. Secondary-butyl chloride | Option d. |
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JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 1: Memory-based questions
For Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, the memory-based questions as per the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 1 are here.Physics Questions
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
| A rod of mass m and length l is attached to two ideal strings. Find tension in the left string just after the right string is cut | mg/4 |
Which logic gate is given in the figure?
 | NAND gate |
 | ML -1 T -4 |
Find the heat produced in the external circuit (AB) in one second.
 | (21X15)/16 (Not given as an option) |
| An α particle having kinetic energy 7.7 MeV is approaching a fixed gold nucleus (atomic number is 79). Find the distance of closest approach. | 1.72 nm |
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Mathematics Questions
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
 | 4 |
 | 11 |
 | 2/3 |
 |  |
| The sum of roots of the equation lx-1l 2 -5lx-1l+6=0 is | 4 |
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Chemistry Question
| Questions | Answers |
|---|---|
Find A
|  |
 | 8 |
| In 'S' estimation 0.7 g of an organic compound gives 1 g BaSO 4 in Carius method. What is the % of 'S' in the compound? | 19.61 |
Which one among the following resonating structures is not correct?
 | Option A |
|
Statement A: but-2-e show O.I.
Statement B: Propanol & Propanone are F.G.I. Statement C: Pentane & 2,2- Dimethyl Propane are C.I correctly statement | Only B and C |
% of N in E= ?
| 20 |
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As per the questioning pattern, each of the three sections: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics will have 25 questions. There will be five numerical value-based questions from each section and twenty multiple-choice questions. Each correct answer will add 4 marks, and an incorrect answer will deduct 1 mark.
Live Session - JEE Main 2026 Shift 1 Exam Analysis January 21
Follow the live blog here to know the latest updates on the JEE Main 2026 January 21 exam for both shifts!
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 (LIVE)
10 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Should you appear for Session 2?
As per the aspirants who have appeared for JEE Main 2026 January 21, they will be appearing for the Session 2 exam. Most aspirants have stated that they need to improve their marks in the mathematics section, as they will be appearing for Session 2. The experts also suggest that appearing for Session 2 will be a better option as it gives the candidates the chance for the best of two sessions.
09 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Passing Percentile
Since the Day 1 exam analysis suggests that the question paper was of a moderate level of difficulty, based on which the expected minimum percentile is displayed here:
Category
Expected Minimum Percentile
General
93.05th to 94.00th
EWS
91.79th to 92.15th
OBC-NCL
90.26th to 91.05th
SC
83.04th to 90.04th
ST
70.26th to 78.89th
09 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Passing Marks
As per the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 analysis, the exam was at a Moderate level of difficulty, based on which, the expected passing marks are projected here:
Category
Expected Minimum Marks
General
95 to 105
EWS
88 to 90
OBC-NCL
80 to 85
SC
60 to 79
ST
41 to 59
09 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: What to Expect for Day 2?
Day 2 for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam is tomorrow, January 22. For Day 2, the exam will be held in two shifts as well, so candidates appearing for the exam should prepare accordingly. As per the subject experts, a Moderate to Tough level of question paper is anticipated.
08 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: CollegeDekho's Overall Analysis (2)
According to the exam analysis, students who prepared well should anticipate receiving strong grades, with an expected 50 to 60 good attempts. The question paper covered subjects from both the Class 11 and Class 12 curricula and was balanced, with no questions that were not on the syllabus.
08 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: CollegeDekho's Overall Analysis (1)
According to CollegeDekho's analysis of the JEE Main 2026 January 21 paper, the overall difficulty level was moderate, with physics being easy to moderate, chemistry being moderate, and mathematics being moderately challenging. Chemistry had both simple and complex questions, while physics questions relied on formulas. Long computations made mathematics time-consuming.
08 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 Mathematics Most Asked Topics
Most asked topics from the Mathematics section from JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 is provided here for reference of the aspirants:
Topics
Questions Asked (Memory-Based)
Probability
3
Vectors
3-4
Relations
2
Matrices
2
Coding
1-2
Conic Sections
3-4
Straight Line
4
Matrices and Determinants
3
Complex Numbers
3-4
07 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 Chemistry Most Asked Topics
Refer to the list of topics from Chemistry that had the highest weightage in JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 2:
Topics
Questions Asked (Memory-Based)
Hydrocarbons
2-3
Coordination Compounds
3-4
Chemical Kinetics
4
Biomolecules
3
GOC
3
D and f Block Elements
4
Amines
2
Thermodynamics
1-2
Biomolecules
2-3
07 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 Physics Most Asked Topics
Here is the list of the topics that have been included in JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 Shift 2, for the reference of the aspirants to appear in upcoming shifts:
Topics
Questions Asked (Memory-Based)
Electromagnetic Waves
2-3
Optics
1-2
Electrostatistics
1-2
Thermodynamics
3-4
Capacitor
3
Ray Optics
3-4
Modern Physics
4
Oscillation and Waves
1-2
Current Electricity
1-2
07 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 1 vs Shift 2 Analysis
Since both shifts for the day have now ended, check the shift-wise difficulty level here and accordingly predict and prepare for the upcoming shifts of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam:
Shift
Overall Difficulty Level
Toughest Subject
Shift 1
Moderate to Difficult
Chemistry
Shift 2
Moderate
Mathematics
06 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Experts' Reviews
Connecting with a Subject Expert, Sonakshi, who has years of experience in coaching students for JEE Mains preparataion have stated that the Shift 2 question paper was moderate level of difficulty. Aspirants who have thoroughly completed the NCERT books and practised past QP will be able to score approximately 50+.
06 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 First Reactions
Amit and Rahul, who have just appeared for the JEE Main 2026 January 21 Shift 2 have shared their reviews on the question paper. They stated that the Mathematics section was tough, but Physics was comparatively easy. Chemistry was tricky and time-consuming but doable. Overall it was a Moderate level question paper.
06 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 ends!
The Shift 2 exam has now ended. The window has closed to submit the responses, and very soon, the candidates will depart from the exam centre. Once candidates come out of the exam centre, CollegeDekho team who is present at the location will collect the reviews and shall be shared here.
05 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Exam to end soon!
The last 20 minutes are left for the Shift 2 exam to end. Soon after the exam ends, the memory-based questions will be updated here for JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21. Check the memory-based questions and accordingly prepare for the upcoming shifts for the ongoing JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam.
05 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (7)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 210 to 206 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 210 marks 99.705+ Percentile 209 marks 99.695+ Percentile 208 marks 99.68+ Percentile 207 marks 99.665+ Percentile 206 marks 99.65+ Percentile 05 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (6)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 215 to 211 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 215 marks 99.76+ Percentile 214 marks 99.745+ Percentile 213 marks 99.735+ Percentile 212 marks 99.725+ Percentile 211 marks 99.715+ Percentile 04 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (5)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 220 to 216 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 220 marks 99.805+ Percentile 219 marks 99.8+ Percentile 218 marks 99.79+ Percentile 217 marks 99.78+ Percentile 216 marks 99.77+ Percentile 04 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (4)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 225 to 221 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 225 marks 99.84+ Percentile 224 marks 99.83+ Percentile 223 marks 99.825+ Percentile 222 marks 99.82+ Percentile 221 marks 99.815+ Percentile 04 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (3)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 230 to 226 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 230 marks 99.87+ Percentile 229 marks 99.865+ Percentile 228 marks 99.855+ Percentile 227 marks 99.85+ Percentile 226 marks 99.845+ Percentile 03 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (2)
The expected percentile for the moderate level of the question paper for expected marks from 235 to 231 is projected here for the reference of the aspirants:
Marks Percentile 235 marks 99.9+ Percentile 234 marks 99.895+ Percentile 233 marks 99.89+ Percentile 232 marks 99.88+ Percentile 231 marks 99.875+ Percentile 03 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Moderate Paper (1)
Since Shift 1 is rated at a moderate level of difficulty, here is a detailed analysis of the expected percentile for the expected marks:
Marks Percentile 240 marks 99.99+ Percentile 239 marks 99.972+ Percentile 238 marks 99.954+ Percentile 237 marks 99.936+ Percentile 236 marks 99.918+ Percentile 03 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 Exam Begins!
The Shift 2 for JEE Main 2026 January 21 has begun. The login window to attempt the questions has been activated for candidates to log in and proceed with the examination. There is no sectional limit for time, however, 3 hours will be provided to complete the exam.
02 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 Expections
Considering Shift 1, Shift 2 is expected to have a similar level of difficulty. As per the analysis, Shift 1 is ranked as a moderate level of difficulty. Similarly, Shift 2 is also predicted to be of a moderate level of difficulty with Chemistry and Mathematics being the tougher sections than Physics.
02 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Entry to be Closed!
For aspirants to appear for Shift 2, the gate will be closing soon. The crowd outside the exam centers have entered the exam hall. Parents and guardians are eagerly waiting outside. Only when the exam timings end will the aspirants be allowed to leave the exam centre. Shift 2 will be the last shift for the day.
02 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 2 to begin soon!
The entry for the Shift 2 exam for JEE Main January 21 exam 2026 is ongoing. The Shift 2 exam will begin at 3 PM. Aspirants are now entering the exam hall. As per the timing, the Shift 2 exam will end at 6 PM, soon after which the memory-based questions will be added.
01 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 1 Most Asked Topics
Parameter
Shift 1 Detailed Analysis (Session 1 2026 Day 1)
Most Asked Topics in Physics
Modern Physics, Current Electricity, etc.
Most Asked Topics in Chemistry
Moment of Inertia, Alkaline, Sandmeyer Reaction etc.
Most Asked Topics in Mathematics
Coordinating Geometry, Calculus, Algebra, etc.
01 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Exam Analysis by Experts
Parameter
Shift 1 Detailed Analysis (Session 1 2026 Day 1)
Overall Difficulty Level
Moderate
Physics Difficulty Level
Easy to Moderate
Chemistry Difficulty Level
Moderate
Mathematics Difficulty Level
Moderate to Tough
Section Carrying Max Weightage
Mathematics and Physics
Section Carrying Least Weightage
Chemistry
Toughest Section
Mathematics
Easiest Section
Physics
Overall Good Attempts
40-45
01 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Exam Analysis by Aspirants
According to the initial reviews available from the aspirants, it is safe to deduce:
- Physics was Easy to Moderate
- Mathematics was Moderate but time-consuming
- Chemistry was Easy to moderate with some tricky questions.
- Overall, it was a Moderate paper with an expected number of good attempts at 55+.
12 40 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: First Reactions
As per the first reactions from the aspirants, overall, the paper was moderate. The majority of the physics problems were formula-based; anyone who understands the formulas well could do well. Math took a lot of time. Particularly in Physical Chemistry, the chemistry problems were a little challenging.
12 20 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Aspirants coming out of exam hall!
Aspirants are coming out of the exam hall. The CollegeDekho team will gather the reactions of the aspirants and the list of the topics that have been asked in the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21, and will be updated here shortly.
12 00 PM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 1 ends!
The Shift 1 exam concludes now, as the time is over. The CollegeDekho team is ready at the departure gate to collect live reactions of the aspirants who have appeared for the exam. As soon as available, the reactions and questions will be added here for the reference of the aspirants to appear in upcoming shifts.
11 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 1 to end soon!
Last 20 minutes left for JEE Main Shift 1 Session 1 exam 2026 to end. As soon as aspirants start to depart, the level of difficulty and some memory-based questions for the JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 will be updated here. Stay tuned for the updates soon!
11 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (7)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 200 to 196 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 200 marks 99.8+ Percentile 199 marks 99.79+ Percentile 198 marks 99.78+ Percentile 197 marks 99.77+ Percentile 196 marks 99.76+ Percentile 11 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (6)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 205 to 201 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 205 marks 99.825+ Percentile 204 marks 99.82+ Percentile 203 marks 99.815+ Percentile 202 marks 99.81+ Percentile 201 marks 99.805+ Percentile 10 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (5)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 210 to 206 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 210 marks 99.855+ Percentile 209 marks 99.845+ Percentile 208 marks 99.84+ Percentile 207 marks 99.835+ Percentile 206 marks 99.83+ Percentile 10 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (4)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 215 to 211 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 215 marks 99.88+ Percentile 214 marks 99.875+ Percentile 213 marks 99.87+ Percentile 212 marks 99.865+ Percentile 211 marks 99.86+ Percentile 10 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (3)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 220 to 216 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 220 marks 99.91+ Percentile 219 marks 99.9+ Percentile 218 marks 99.895+ Percentile 217 marks 99.89+ Percentile 216 marks 99.885+ Percentile 09 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (2)
Check to know the expected percentile for the expected marks from 225 to 221 here, considering the question paper was tough and predict the performance:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 225 marks 99.95+ Percentile 224 marks 99.94+ Percentile 223 marks 99.935+ Percentile 222 marks 99.925+ Percentile 221 marks 99.915+ Percentile 09 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Expected Percentile for Tough Paper (1)
Based on past trends and subject-experts' predictions, if the question paper is tough, aspirants should check the expected percentile for the marks they expect through the table below:
Expected Marks Expected Percentile 230 marks 99.99+ Percentile 229 marks 99.98+ Percentile 228 marks 99.975+ Percentile 227 marks 99.965+ Percentile 226 marks 99.955+ Percentile 09 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Shift 1 Begins!
As the clock strikes 9 AM, the Shift 1 JEE Main 2026 Session 1 begins. Aspirants may now log in using the login credentials provided to begin the exam. Until the exam timings end, aspirants will not be allowed to leave the exam centre or their seats.
08 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Final Seating of Aspirants
Aspirants have been allotted their seats and have been seated at their respective computers. The initial entry and registration processes have begun. The exam is to begin soon, and aspirants are now waiting for the question paper to open and to start their exams. Rough papers have been distributed, which must be submitted at the end.
08 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Entry to Close Soon!
The entry gate will be closing soon, so the last-minute entries are being done. Once the entry closes, no aspirants will be allowed. Most aspirants are assumed to have entered the exam centre, as no more aspirants are being seen outside the exam hall. Gate to be closed anytime now.
08 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Aspirants rush to Enter!
With just an hour left, aspirants are now rushing into the exam centre. The crowd outside the exam centre has decreased as most aspirants have already entered. Only the aspirants arriving now are quickly making their way to the entrance of the exam centre. Parents and guardians are waiting outside.
07 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Check Memory-Based Questions
Soon after the Shift 1 exam ends, the memory-based questions for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 will be updated here. The questions or topics will be collected after the exam ends from the aspirants. High-weightage topics will also be highlighted based on Shift 1 analysis.
07 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Entry Opens!
The gates for the entry to the examination hall have now been opened. Aspirants are being asked to stand in the queue for verification at the entrance. Aspirants have gathered around the entry gate, and their parents and guardians are waiting outside. The entry process at this exam centre has begun.
07 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Aspirants are Ready!
The exam centre is filled with aspirants, and aspirants are ready to enter the exam hall now. Speaking with a few aspirants, it has been observed that they are tense and anxious for the exam to begin. Aspirants seem confident and well-prepared for the exams now.
06 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: CollegeDekho reaches Exam Center!
The CollegeDekho team has reached the exam centre to provide live reports from the ground. The team has reached Gurugram, Haryana (Code-HR04), exam centre, and will be providing live updates hereon. Stay tuned to get the latest updates on the JEE Main January 21 Exam 2026 here.
06 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Tips to Attempt Mathematics
- Usually, the mathematics section is considered the most difficult section among all, so provide the maximum time to this section.
- Carefully read the questions; if needed, read twice before proceeding with solving and answering.
- Don't make hasty decisions, and take your time to choose the correct answers.
06 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Tips to Attempt Chemistry
- The chemistry section will include a maximum of numerical and reactions related questions, so approach each question carefully.
- Do not waste much time on a single question; if not known, quickly move to the next and mark the question to review later.
- Experts have predicted the Chemistry section to be of a moderate level of difficulty.
05 40 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Tips to Attempt Physics
- First attempt the theory-based questions and do not waste time.
- Take time to solve the numerical-based questions.
- Revise and re-check the numerical-based answers before moving ahead to the next section.
- Physics is expected to be easy to moderate level of difficulty as per experts' prediction. So, try to score the highest here.
05 20 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Last-Minute Tips
Candidates appearing for the exam today, January 21, should note these last-minute tips:
- Read the questions carefully before answering.
- Do not panic; take the time to choose an option.
- Plan your time to adjust revision at the end of the exam.
- Attempt the easy or known questions first, irrespective of the section.
05 00 AM IST - 21 Jan'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21: Session 1 Begins TODAY!
Today, January 21, 2026, marks the first day of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam for B.E/B.Tech. The exam will be held in two shifts each day, Shift 1 to begin at 9 AM and Shift 2 to begin at 3 PM. Soon after each shift ends, memory-based questions for JEE Main Question Paper 2026 January 21 will be provided here.
