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JEE Advanced 2026: Exam Over, Question Paper, Exam Analysis, Marks vs Rank and Cutoff

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Muskan Goyal

Content Writer | Postgraduate in Computer Applications | Updated on - May 17, 2026

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17 May, 2026 JEE Advanced 2026 Question Paper available here – Download PDF 

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The JEE Advanced paper 2 has been concluded at 5:30 PM. Based on the early students’ reactions, Paper 2 was moderate in overall difficulty.

  • Physics: The physics section was tough. There were multi-concept questions on topics such as Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, and Optics.
  • Chemistry: The chemistry section was moderate, with organic chemistry focused on reaction mechanisms and named reactions. Numericals were asked in Physical Chemistry.
  • Mathematics: The maths section was easy but had lengthy calculations. Questions were asked from Calculus, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Probability, and Vectors & 3D Geometry.

In Paper 1, the overall difficulty was moderate, with Physics being tough and Chemistry and Maths being easy and doable. The paper included many lengthy and concept-based questions that required strong accuracy and problem-solving skills.

Time management was crucial in both papers as questions involved multiple calculations and a deep understanding of concepts.

As per the official JEE Advanced report, around 2.5 lakh students were eligible to register, but fewer than 1.9 lakh applied and will be appearing for the exam.

Students are required to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam center, as entry without these documents will not be permitted.

  • JEE Advanced 2026 will have 2 papers in 2 shifts: Paper 1 from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM and Paper 2 from 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM, to be held on the same day.
  • Each paper will have a duration of 3 hours (or 4 hours for eligible PwD candidates), covering Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with around 50–60 questions.
  • The question types typically include MCQs (single and multiple correct answers), numerical value-based questions, and match-the-following or matrix-based questions.

Experts from Collegedunia and Reddit users expect JEE Advanced 2026 to be moderately difficult, with emphasis on accuracy, patience, and preparation from PYQs.

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JEE Advanced 2026: Exam Date, Registration, Syllabus, Previous Year Papers and Mock Test

Key Summary

In this article we have discussed the registration, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, preparation strategy, and PYQs or mock papers.

  • As per trends, in 2026 there may be around 1,85,000 registrations of JEE Main-qualified candidates competing for almost 18,200 seats at 23 IITs.
  • The syllabus comes from Class 11 & 12 but numerical and multi-correct questions have almost 50% of total weightage.
  • For admission, all candidates require 75% aggregate in Boards, or be within the Top 20 Percentile of their respective boards.
  • Candidates must obtain Minimum Percentage of Marks per subject to avoid disqualification regardless of a high aggregate score.

What is JEE Advanced?

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced is a national-level entrance examination conducted for students seeking admission to IITs in India.

  • The exam will be conducted in two mandatory papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2 on the same day in 2 shifts.
  • Both papers will be conducted in CBT mode, consisting of 17 questions in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics respectively.
  • After qualifying for this exam, admission to undergraduate programs in engineering and science at Top IITs, and also other institutes like IISc, IIPE, IIST, RGIPT, etc.

Last year, among 2,50,000 JEE Main qualified candidates, only approx. 75% registered for the exam, and 54,378 candidates qualified for admission, among whom only 18,188 actual allotted seats were available at 23 IITs through JoSAA.

  • The Joint Implementation Committee (JIC) sets a minimum qualifying mark to ensure they have roughly three candidates per seat.
  • This happens because many top rankers may drop out of counselling to join other top non-IITs (like IISc, IIST, and IISERs) or top NITs or less preferred IITs based on their preference and availability.

To get a complete guide to the exam, you can refer to this video by @Collegedunia Exams

JEE Advanced 2026 Highlights

Particulars Details
Governing Body IIT Council
Exam Level National Entrance Test
Exam Mode Online (CBT)
Papers Paper 1 and Paper 2
Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Medium English & Hindi
Exam Date 17 May 2026
Registration Dates 23 April 2026, 10 am to 02 May 2026
Eligibility Top 2,50,000 JEE Main 2026 qualifiers
No. of Attempts allowed 2 attempts (consecutive years)
Total Questions 102 questions (51 questions in each paper)
Expected Seat Intake 18,200 across 23 IITs
Information Brochure PDF Link (English)
Official Website jeeadv.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2026 Highlights

Important Dates

Date (Timeline) Event
11 May 2026, 12 PM - 17 May 2026, 2:30 PM Admit Card Dates (Released)
16th May 2026 Choosing of a scribe by PwD candidates
17 May 2026 JEE Advanced Exam Date
Paper 1: 9 am-12 pmPaper 2: 2:30pm - 5:30pm Paper Timing Slots
6 April 2026, 10 am Online Registration Start Date (Foreign National and OCI/PIO (F) Candidates)
23 April 2026, 10am – 5 May 2026 11:59 PM (Over) Online Registration Start Date (for JEE Main 2026 Qualified Candidates)

Source: jeeadv.ac.in

Ques. What is the criterion to decide which IIT will conduct the JEE Advanced exam?

Ans. As per the criteria, this year IIT Roorkee will be conducting the JEE Advanced 2026.

  • There is a rotational pattern of IITs that follows a 7-year cycle, with all seven zonal IITs taking turns in each year to organize the JEE Advanced exam.
  • The IIT Roorkee last conducted the JEE Advanced in 2019, making it their turn again in 2026 (as per the 7-year rotational cycle).

Ques. How is the exam pattern of JEE Advanced different from JEE Main?

Ans. The key differences between both the exams are

Feature JEE Main JEE Advanced
Conducting Body NTA Any one of the 7 old IITs
Entrance Exams NITs, IITs, GFTIs Primarily for IITs
Eligibility Class 12 appearing/passed Top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers
Attempts 3 years (2 sessions/year) 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years
Exam Level Easier Than Advanced Very Difficult
Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration

The JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Process has started on 23rd April 2026, after the JEE Mains Results are declared. The registration portal will close on 2nd May 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Read More: How to register for the exam?

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Fees

The JEE Advanced Registration Fee is similar to the previous year. The fee structure is expected to differ according to the candidate’s category, gender, and nationality.

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Fees

Source: jeeadv.ac.in

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JEE Advanced Registration Trends

In recent years (2023 to 2025), the gap between registered and appeared is typically approx. 4,000 to 9,000, indicating high turnout ratios.

  • Registrations rose steadily from around 1,50,000–1,70,000 (2017 to 2022) to around 1,80,000–1,90,000 in 2023 to 2025.
  • From the years 2023 to 2025, the number of candidates who appeared for the exam was approximately around 1,80,000 candidates.
Year Registered Candidates Appeared Candidates
2017 171,814 159,540
2018 165,656 155,158
2019 174,432 161,319
2020 160,838 150,838
2021 151,193 141,699
2022 160,038 155,538
2023 189,744 180,372
2024 186,584 180,200
2025 187,223 180,422

Ques. What if I improved my board (12th) marks this year? Which marksheet do I upload?

Ans. For the JEE Advanced 2026 registration, there are some important documents required:

  • Primary Document: You must upload your 2025 improvement exam marksheet during the JEE Advanced 2026 registration.
  • Supporting Documents: Along with the Class 12 marksheet 2025, you should upload your 2024 original Class 12 Marksheet.
  • Calculation of Best Marks: For the subjects where you have appeared for improvement, the best marks will be considered either from the 2024 or 2025 exams.
  • For JEE Main 2026 and JoSAA Counselling, you will need to upload both your 2024 and 2025 marksheets to check that you meet the 75% aggregate marks requirement or are in the top 20 percentile of your board.

Ques. If I didn’t renew/get an EWS certificate during JEE Main, can I still apply under EWS during Advanced registration?

Ans. Yes, you can apply under the GEN-EWS Category while applying for JEE Advanced 2026.

  • GEN-EWS Certificate Requirement: You must upload a valid GEN-EWS certificate issued on or after April 1, 2025, while applying for the JEE Advanced 2025 registration process.
  • Declaration in place of Certificate: If you are unable to get the GEN-EWS certificate before the registration deadline, then you can submit a self-declaration stating that you belong to the GEN-EWS category.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern

The JEE Advanced 2026 Exam will be held in an online CBT Mode, having 2 compulsory exams: Paper 1 and Paper 2, each of 3 hours.

The JEE Advanced Exam will test Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics by using different types of questions, including MCQs, MSQs, and NAT Questions.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern

Source: Official Information Brochure

JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1

Paper 1 will be conducted on 17 May 2026 and timings are 9am to 12pm

  • Paper 1 will test the conceptual clarity along with accuracy for Mixed MCQs, NATs, and Matching Questions.
  • There will be partial marking for Multiple correct MCQs, and NAT Questions will not have any negative marking.

Paper 1 Pattern (subject-wise)

Section Type of Questions No. of Questions Marking Scheme Total Marks
1 Single Correct MCQs 4 +3 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted 12
2 Multiple Correct MCQs 3 +4 (all correct), +3 (3 out of 4 correct), +2 (2 correct), +1 (1 correct), 0 (none), -2 (others) 12
3 Numerical Answer Type (NAT) 6 +4 for correct, no negative marking 24
4 Matrix Match 4 (2) +4 for fully correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted 12
Total 17 60
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Therefore, JEE Advanced 2026 total marks for paper 1 are

Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics = 60 + 60 + 60 = 180 Marks

JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2

Paper 2 will be conducted on 17 May 2026 and timings are 2:30pm to 5:30pm

  • The JEE Advanced Paper 2 is expected to be more lengthy, including objective-type and numerical solving skills with complex NATs.
  • There are more Numerical Answer Questions with an advantage in solving questions.

Paper 2 Pattern (subject-wise)

Section Type of Questions No. of Questions Total Marks
1 Single Correct MCQs 4 12
2 Multiple Correct MCQs 3 12
3 Numerical Answer Type (NAT) 6 24
4 Paragraphs 4 (2) 12
Total 17 60

Therefore, JEE Advanced 2026 total marks for paper 2 are

Physics + Chemistry + Mathematics = 60 + 60 + 60 = 180 Marks

Also Read: What is the pattern for the exam paper?

JEE Advanced 2026 Marks Distribution

The JEE Advanced does not have a fixed marking scheme. As every year, the exam pattern, number of questions, and marking scheme vary and are mentioned at the time of the exam in the question paper.

JEE Advanced 2026 Marks Distribution

Read More: How to calculate ranks out of marks?

Ques. What about exam duration and extra time for PwD?

Ans. Each paper in JEE Advanced is 3 hours long, with a total of 6 hours for both papers.

The PwD candidates with at least 40% disability are eligible for one additional hour per paper, making a total of 8 hours and 4 hours per paper.

Ques. Will the question types change (MCQ / Numerical, matching, etc.) in 2026?

Ans. Yes, the question types in JEE Advanced 2026 are expected to remain consistent as per the previous years, and soon the official exam pattern will be released on the portal:

  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): Both single-correct and multiple-correct answer questions.
  • Numerical Answer Type (NAT) Questions: Questions where the answer is a numerical value.
  • Match the Following: Questions that require matching items from two lists.
  • Integer-based Questions: Questions where the answer is an integer.

JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus

The JEE Advanced syllabus for 2026 has been released and can be downloaded from the official website at jeeadv.ac.in.

  • The JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus follows the pattern of NCERT Class 11 & 12 Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with the application and integration of concepts.
  • The JEE Advanced Paper 1 focuses on the basics and application, and Paper 2 will test advanced concepts.

JEE Advanced Paper 1 Syllabus

  • The JEE Advanced Paper 1 includes the basics of all concepts.
  • More weightage is given to Mechanics, Algebra and Physical Chemistry.
  • The Questions are based on the application, and problem-solving fundamentals are required.
Subject Key Topics
Physics Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Waves and Oscillations, Electrodynamics, Modern Physics
Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry: Equilibrium, Thermo, Electrochemistry
  • Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules
  • Inorganic Chemistry: Periodic Table, Coordination Compounds
Mathematics Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Trigonometry, Differential Calculus and Vectors, Coordinate Geometry
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JEE Advanced Paper 2 Syllabus

  • In Paper 2, focus is given towards advanced problem-solving.
  • It covers topics like Optics, Modern Physics, Organic Chemistry and Advanced Calculus.
Subject Key Topics
Physics Rotational Dynamics, Gravitation, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Modern Physics
Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry: Kinetics, Surface Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry: Aromatic Compounds, Polymers
  • Inorganic Chemistry: Metallurgy, Chemical Bonding
Mathematics Matrices and Determinants, Differential Equations, 3D Geometry, Integral Calculus and Vectors

Source: jeeadv.ac.in/syllabus.pdf

Ques. Will there be out-of-syllabus questions in JEE Advanced 2026?

Ans. There has been no official statement regarding the out-of-syllabus questions in JEE Advanced 2026.

The JEE Advanced exam is known for its challenging and unpredictable nature; while the questions are expected from the syllabus, which includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as per the NCERT curriculum for Classes 11 and 12.

Ques. How different are Advanced-level concepts from Main-level, for Physics and Chemistry topics?

Ans. There are conceptual differences between Main and Advanced Exam Patterns:

  • In JEE Main the level of questions is more in-depth, and more emphasis is placed on fundamental understanding, direct formula application, moderately tricky problems, and some combinational questions.
  • The JEE Advanced level of questions requires deeper conceptual understanding, multi-concept integration, tricky twists, application under varied constraints, more rigorous derivations, and higher difficulty.

JEE Advanced PYQs

Question Paper Name Question Paper PDF
JEE Advanced 2025 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2024 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2023 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2022 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2021 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2020 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2019 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2018 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2017 Click Here
JEE Advanced 2016 Click Here

Read More: The big changes in paper and detailed papers with solution PDF

Related News Link: Are PYQs relatable in JEE Advanced 2026 exam?

JEE Advanced 2026 Qualifying Marks

To be eligible for the JEE Advanced rank list, candidates should clear the category-wise minimum marks in each subject as per the previous year's trends.

JEE Advanced Expected Qualifying Marks 2026

In the CRL, a minimum of 7 marks is required per subject, and 74 marks are required.

The SC/ST Category has to score 3 marks for each subject and, in aggregate, 37 marks.

Category/Rank List Minimum Marks Subject-Wise Minimum Aggregate Marks (out of 300)
Common Rank List (CRL) 7 marks 74 marks (20.56%)
GEN-EWS 6 marks 66 marks (18.33%)
OBC-NCL 6 marks 66 marks (18.33%)
SC/ST/PwD (all lists) 3 marks 37 marks (10.28%)
Preparatory Course (PC) 1 mark 18 marks (5%)
JEE Advanced 2026 Qualifying Marks

4-Month Preparation Strategy

This plan is aligned to exam behavior: subject cut-offs, section-wise marking, and combined Paper 1 & Paper 2 scoring.

Duration Focus Area What to Do
Week 1–4 Pattern & Weakness Mapping Analyse 10–15 years PYQs; tag questions by type and subject; identify cutoff-risk areas in PCM
Concept Gaps Revise weak Class 11 topics first, then Class 12; re-derive formulas used in PYQs
Error Tracking Maintain an error log; classify mistakes into logic, calculation, and reading
Week 5–8 Section-wise Practice Practice single, multi-correct, numerical, matrix match separately; limit attempts in high-negative sections
Numerical Accuracy Focus on calculation precision and estimation; avoid guess-based attempts
Subject Balance Improve the lowest-scoring subject to stay above cutoff range
Week 9–12 Paper Solving Solve Paper 1 and Paper 2 individually, then together under full time limits
Time Strategy Fix attempt order; decide skip rules for risky questions
Practice Strategy Practice continuous 6-hour mock sessions weekly
Week 13–16 Attempt Strategy Finalise safe vs risky attempt strategy; reduce over-attempting
Error Reduction Eliminate recurring mistakes from logs; tighten option checking
Final Revision Revise formulas and PYQ-based concepts only; no new sources

JEE Advanced Mock Test

Here are the full-length mock test links to attempt directly from here according to the paper difficulty level and in the given time:

JEE Advanced Mock Tests Test Links Difficulty Level of Mock Test
Mock Test 1 Click Here Basic
Mock Test 2 Click Here Basic
Mock Test 3 Click Here Basic
Mock Test 4 Click Here Basic
Mock Test 5 Click Here Advanced

JEE Advanced Topper’s Strategy

This video by @ALLEN JEE features an in-depth interview with Rajit Gupta, AIR-1 in JEE Advanced 2025, who shared his preparation journey, study strategies, and mindset related to the highly competitive IIT entrance exams.

Key Insights:

  • Maintaining a flexible daily study routine, rather than rigid schedules, helps students to focus on the syllabus.
  • Consistent work with the right direction is the key to success.

Exam Day Approach:

  • Calm and compared approach, leveraged test practice to manage exam stress and temperament.
  • Exam requires innovative thinking and a thorough preparation strategy.

Final Advice:

“Hard work has no substitute. Only Hard work can give you success.”

JEE Advanced 2026 FAQs

Ques. What about the 75% board marks vs Top 20 Percentile?

Ans. For admission through JEE Advanced in an IIT, you must meet either one of these criteria:

  • 75% Board Marks: You must secure at least 75% aggregate marks in your Class 12 (or equivalent) board exam for General/EWS/OBC and 65% for SC/ST candidates.
  • Top 20 Percentile in Board: If you are unable to meet the 75% criteria, then you can still be eligible if you fall in the top 20th percentile of successful candidates in your Class 12 board.

Ques. If I am a dropper (did not qualify last year / didn’t register), can I still register now?

Ans. Yes, if you are a dropper and you did not qualify for the JEE Advanced in the previous years or chose not to register, you can still register for JEE Advanced 2026:

  • You must have appeared for the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2024 or 2025.
  • You must have qualified for JEE Main 2026 and be among the top 2,50,000 candidates (across all categories).
  • You should have been born on or after October 1, 2000 (or October 1, 1995 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates).

Ques. What is the seat distribution among different categories?

Ans. The JEE Advanced seat distribution varies across different categories:

  • General (GEN): ~40%
  • OBC-NCL: ~27%
  • SC: ~15%
  • ST: ~7.5%
  • EWS: ~10%
  • PwD: Reserved within each category

Ques. What should I do if I encounter issues downloading the admit card?

Ans. To solve any issues related to downloading the admit card, it should be thoroughly checked before reporting it to officials:

  • Check the official website for server downtime or maintenance notices.
  • Ensure a stable internet connection and disable pop-ups.
  • Verify login details (application number, DOB, password) carefully.
  • If the issue persists, contact the exam authority’s helpline or email support with registration details

Ques. Is the JEE Advanced exam difficult?

Ans. Yes,The JEE Advanced exam is considered one of the toughest engineering entrance exams, demanding deep conceptual understanding, analytical skills, and faster problem-solving beyond JEE Main

  • It features tricky, multi-concept questions and low success rates (6-10%), requiring strong fundamentals and rigorous preparation.
  • This exam involves deeper understanding and analytical ability, with fewer, harder, multi-step problems.

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