The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main January 28, 2026, Shift 1 exam concluded. Some students in Kota faced technical problems during the exam. These students were given extra time to finish their papers. The exam was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Technical Issues Reported in Kota
Students taking the JEE Main 2026 exam on January 28 in Kota reported facing technical problems at various exam centers. Issues with computer systems and network connections were observed by several candidates. These problems caused delays for some students. To help those affected, extra time was given to complete their exam.
The JEE Main 2026 session 1 is being held in two shifts. The first shift on January 28 was from 9 AM to 12 PM. The second shift for the BE and B.Tech papers was from 3 PM to 6 PM.
Exam Difficulty Level
Based on initial feedback from students, the overall difficulty level of the JEE Main 2026 January 28, Shift 1 paper was moderate. The Mathematics section was reported as the most difficult. Physics and Chemistry papers were found to be of moderate difficulty.
Many students found the paper to be lengthy. However, compared to the toughest shift (January 23, Shift 2), this shift was considered easier. Some students also faced challenges with time management during the exam.
