JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 question paper
Author: Shivam Yadav
Updated on
Apr 2, 2026
The JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 question paper and the official answer key are available for download from official sources. Shift 1 ran from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on Apr 2, 2026 in CBT mode for Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech).
Key dates and timings
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Article update | Apr 2, 2026 |
| Shift 1 exam | Apr 2, 2026 — 9:00 am to 12:00 pm |
| Shift 2 exam | Apr 2, 2026 — 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 question paper: exam format & marking
The exam was conducted in CBT mode and covered Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (Paper 1). You were required to attempt 75 questions — 25 questions per subject — for a total of 300 marks .
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total questions | 75 (25 each in PCM) |
| Total marks | 300 |
| Marking scheme | +4 for correct MCQ, -1 for incorrect MCQ |
| Duration (each shift) | 3 hours |
Official question paper PDF and the official answer key are published by the exam authority. Coaching institutes have also released solution PDFs for this shift.
JEE Main April 2 Shift 1 question paper: difficulty, topics and solutions
Coaching reviews for this shift describe the Mathematics section as the most challenging and time-consuming. Physics and Chemistry were broadly reported as easier relative to Maths.
Important topics flagged in this shift include Calculus, Probability, Algebra in Mathematics, and Organic Chemistry and Chemical Bonding in Chemistry. Physics questions were mostly standard-concept items.
Several coaching institutes published solution PDFs and video explanations the same day. If you want to estimate your score, match your responses with the official answer key and apply the +4 / -1 marking rule.
If you plan to download the papers or keys, use the exam authority’s official portal for the verified PDFs. No URLs are provided here.
How to calculate your expected score
Count correct answers × 4, subtract 1 for each incorrect MCQ. Numerical-type question rules follow the NTA instructions in the official key.
FAQs
What is the marking scheme for JEE Main Paper 1?
+4 for each correct MCQ and -1 for each incorrect MCQ. Numerical question rules apply as per the official key.
How many questions were in JEE Main Paper 1 on Apr 2 Shift 1?
There were 75 questions total : 25 each in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
What were the Shift 1 timings on Apr 2, 2026?
Shift 1 ran from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm .
Where can I download the question paper and solutions?
The official question paper PDF and answer key are available on the exam authority’s portal. Several coaching institutes have also released solution PDFs and video explanations.
Which section was toughest in Shift 1?
Mathematics was reported as challenging and time-consuming; Physics and Chemistry were generally easier.
What topics were important in this shift?
Calculus, Probability, Algebra, Organic Chemistry and Chemical Bonding were highlighted.
When is Shift 2 scheduled on Apr 2?
Shift 2 is scheduled from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Apr 2, 2026 .
Who authored this update?
Shivam Yadav — updated on Apr 2, 2026 .