JEE Main 2026 Exam Analysis: January 22, Shift 2 Completed
The second shift of the JEE Main 2026 exam on January 22 has finished. Students who took the exam reported that the Mathematics section was difficult and took a lot of time. The Chemistry part was described as moderate and based on concepts. Physics was found to be easy to moderate.
Overall, the exam on January 22, shift 2, was considered moderate to tough by many students. The National Testing Agency (NTA) started the JEE Main Session 1 on January 21, and it will continue until January 29. The exam is held in two slots daily: from 9 am to 12 noon and from 3 pm to 6 pm.
Exam Difficulty Levels
Based on feedback from students and coaching experts, here's how the different subjects were rated:
| Physics | Easy to Moderate |
| Chemistry | Moderate |
| Mathematics | Lengthy |
Student Reactions and Topics Covered
Students found the Physics section manageable. Common topics included ray optics, fluid mechanics, rotation, inertia, semiconductors, logic gates, and thermodynamics.
The Chemistry section was moderate, with questions focusing on understanding concepts. Important topics were organic chemistry, coordination compounds, d-block elements, mole concepts, p-block elements, ionic equilibrium, buffer solutions, entropy, and chemical kinetics.
The Mathematics section was challenging for many. Students found the questions to be lengthy and requiring a lot of calculation. Key areas covered were calculus (integration and differentiation), algebra (matrices, sequences), coordinate geometry, and 3D geometry.
NTA Warning About Online Scams
The NTA has issued a warning to students and parents about fake messages and social media accounts. Some groups on platforms like Telegram are claiming to have access to JEE Main question papers and are asking for money or personal details. The NTA has clearly stated that they do not share, sell, or leak question papers through any online platform. They urge students and parents to be cautious and not trust any unverified sources.
