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JEE Main 2026 Exam Structure: A Comprehensive Guide
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a crucial gateway for Indian students aspiring to pursue undergraduate engineering and architecture programs. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), this exam not only grants admission to prestigious institutions like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs but also serves as a qualifying test for the JEE Advanced, the entrance exam for the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
To effectively prepare for JEE Main 2026, it's essential to understand the exam structure, question types, time management strategies, and the weightage of different sections. This guide
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Syllabus Highlights
JEE Main 2026: Syllabus Highlights and Preparation Guide
This white paper offers a detailed analysis of the JEE Main 2026 exam, providing key information on the syllabus, subject-wise weightage, important topics, and recommended study materials to guide aspiring candidates.
1. Overview of the Syllabus
The JEE Main 2026 syllabus is primarily based on the Class 11 and 12 NCERT curriculum. It consists of three main subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. A strong foundation in these subjects is essential for success.
- Physics: Covers topics such
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Exam Structure
JEE Main 2026 Exam Structure: A Comprehensive Guide
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a crucial gateway for Indian students aspiring to pursue undergraduate engineering and architecture programs. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), this exam not only grants admission to prestigious institutions like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs but also serves as a qualifying test for the JEE Advanced, the entrance exam for the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
To effectively prepare for JEE Main 2026, it's essential to understand the exam structure, question types, time management strategies, and the weightage of different sections. This guide
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Overview
JEE Main Syllabus 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has prescribed the official JEE Mains 2026 Syllabus PDF. Candidates planning to appear in the JEE Main Exam 2026 can check here the latest JEE Mains syllabus to streamline their preparations and plan their study. The JEE Main syllabus for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) consists of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, from the Class 11 and 12 NCERT curriculum. JEE Main exam syllabus of Paper 2A for Architecture (BArch) includes topics of Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing, while Paper 2B (BPlan) syllabus includes Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Planning topics. Candidates can find the syllabus of JEE Mains
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Physics
The updated syllabus of JEE Mains 2026 for Physics is given in the below table. JEE Main Physics syllabus is divided into two sections, Section A, constitutes the theory part and has a weightage of 80% in the exam, and Section B contains practical components or experimental skills having a 20% weightage in the exam. The topics of JEE Main syllabus 2026 for Physics are from class 11 and 12 syllabus.
JEE Syllabus 2026 Physics
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Chemistry
The syllabus of JEE Mains 2026 for Chemistry is divided into two sections. The first section consists of Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Organic Chemistry while the 2nd section includes experimental skills (lab experiment). The topics are from the class 11 and 12 syllabus.
JEE Syllabus 2026 Chemistry
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Mathematics
The Mathematics JEE Main syllabus 2026 has a total of 16 units comprising of topics from the standard syllabus of class 11 and 12.
JEE Main 2026 Math Syllabus
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| Integral Calculus * Integral as an anti-derivative* Fundamental integrals involving algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic |
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Preparation
As the JEE Main is one of the most competitive and highly difficult exam, it becomes imperative for candidates to effectively by creating a focused and bullet proof daily routine considering all the important topics and subjects.
To excel in JEE Main, candidates must start by focusing on understanding the key concepts, practicing the mock tests regularly to gauge your progress and identify areas for improvement, solving the past year JEE Main question papers and managing your time effectively. In the table below, we have shared the JEE Main preparation strategy for candidates planning to appear in the exam.
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Exam Pattern
As per the scheme of the exam for each correct answer candidates will get 4 marks each and mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer in multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Candidates must be aware of the negative marking for incorrect answers in MCQs and strategize their attempts accordingly. There is no negative marking for unanswered questions or for numerical answer type (NAT) questions, where 4 marks are awarded for each correct answer. Understanding the marking scheme and syllabus helps candidates optimize their JEE Main preparation and time management during the exam.
The total marks for Paper 1 are 300, with each of the three
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