{"id":5966,"date":"2026-02-04T12:11:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T06:41:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tutoroot.com\/blog\/?p=5966"},"modified":"2026-03-06T11:43:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T06:13:32","slug":"jee-main-exam-pattern-2026-updated-marking-scheme-session-2-details","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tutoroot.com\/blog\/jee-main-exam-pattern-2026-updated-marking-scheme-session-2-details\/","title":{"rendered":"JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 (Updated): Marking Scheme & Session 2 Details"},"content":{"rendered":"

JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

The\u00a0<\/span>JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0for Paper 1 (B.E.\/B.Tech) includes three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The paper has\u00a0<\/span>90 questions<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in total (30 from each subject), out of which candidates must\u00a0attempt\u00a0<\/span>75 questions<\/span><\/b>. The exam is conducted in\u00a0<\/span>online (CBT) mode<\/span><\/b>, carries\u00a0<\/span>300 total marks<\/span><\/b>, and has a duration of\u00a0<\/span>3 hours<\/span><\/b>. Both MCQs and numerical value questions are included, with negative marking applicable in all\u00a0sections.<\/span>[Text Wrapping Break]<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Understanding the Pattern Is Crucial\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The\u00a0<\/span>JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026<\/span><\/b>\u00a0plays\u00a0a major role\u00a0in how well students perform on exam day. Many aspirants prepare hard but lose marks simply because they are unclear about question choices, negative marking, or how Section B works.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A common area\u00a0of confusion in the\u00a0<\/span>JEE Mains pattern<\/span><\/b>\u00a0is the Numerical Value section, where students must choose questions wisely. On top of that,\u00a0<\/span>Session 2 (April)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0is often treated casually, even though it can be more competitive. Knowing the pattern clearly helps students plan attempts, manage time better, and avoid unnecessary mistakes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n


\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The\u00a0<\/span>JEE Main Paper Pattern<\/span><\/b>\u00a0for Engineering\u00a0remains\u00a0structured and student-friendly, provided you understand it well.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nDetails<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Exam mode<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nComputer-Based Test (CBT)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Duration<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n3 Hours<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Subjects<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nPhysics, Chemistry, Mathematics<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Questions<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n90 (30 per subject)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Questions to Attempt<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n75<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Marks<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n300<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Language Medium<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nEnglish, Hindi & regional language<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n


\nUnderstanding this structure early helps in planning subject-wise preparation and mock test strategies.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Detailed Section-Wise Breakdown (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Each subject in the\u00a0<\/span>JEE Main Paper Pattern<\/span><\/b>\u00a0is divided into two sections: MCQs and Numerical Value questions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Subject<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nSection A\u00a0(MCQs)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nSection B (Numericals)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nTotal Questions<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nQuestions to Attempt<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nMaximum Marks<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Physics<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n20<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n10<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n25(20+5)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n100<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chemistry<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n20<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n10<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n25(20+5)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n100<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mathematics<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n20<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n10<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n30<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n25(20+5)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n100<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n


\nIn\u00a0<\/span>Section B<\/span><\/b>, students must\u00a0attempt\u00a0<\/span>only 5 out of 10 numerical questions<\/span><\/b>\u00a0in each subject. Choosing the right questions here can significantly improve your score.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

JEE Main Marking Scheme 2026 (Updated Rules)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Understanding the\u00a0<\/span>JEE Main marking scheme<\/span><\/b>\u00a0is just as important as knowing the syllabus.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n