The first session of the JEE Main 2026 exam is currently ongoing. According to student feedback, the JEE (Main) morning shift exam on January 23, 2026, was of easy to moderate difficulty. The difficulty levels
of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics were quite similar, though Mathematics was a bit more ‘challenging’ than Physics and Chemistry.
“The JEE (Main) paper conducted on January 23, 2026 (Morning Shift) was of easy to moderate difficulty level. All three subjects—Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics—were nearly of equal difficulty, though Mathematics was slightly more challenging, while Physics and Chemistry were comparatively easier to moderate. The paper was largely balanced in terms of question distribution and chapter coverage,” Ajay Sharma, National Academic Director, Engineering, Aakash Educational Services Limited stated.
The Mathematics section varied from moderate to difficult, with questions well-distributed across the syllabus. There was significant emphasis on Integral Calculus, Conic Sections, and Algebra, particularly the Binomial Theorem. Topics like 3D Geometry, Vectors, and Complex Numbers had an average presence. Algebra stood out slightly, while Coordinate Geometry had a moderate weightage.
The Physics section presented a moderate challenge, encompassing nearly all major chapters. Magnetism was particularly prominent, while Optics had fewer questions. Mechanics had an average representation, and some questions were time-consuming, adding to the section’s difficulty. Electromagnetic Waves, Thermodynamics, and Modern Physics were also well-covered.
Students found the Chemistry section to range from easy to moderate. Questions were evenly spread across Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry, with Organic Chemistry being slightly more emphasized. Physical and Inorganic Chemistry had nearly equal representation. Many questions were statement-based, aligning closely with NCERT concepts. While not difficult, some required careful reading and conceptual clarity.
The JEE Main January session Paper 1 (BE/BTech) will continue until January 28, with Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning) scheduled for January 29. This year, 14.10 lakh students have registered for the JEE Main January session 2026 exam, indicating tough competition and a high cut-off.
