JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BE/B. Tech is yet to be released by NTA. However, as per the last year JEE Main Exam Pattern for BE/BTech, JEE Main BE/BTech will comprise 3 sections including Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- 25 questions will be asked from each section of JEE Main 2026 question paper.
- In each section, 20 questions will be MCQs, and 5 will be Numerical value-based questions.
- Students will be allowed to solve the JEE Main BE/BTech paper in 3 hours as per the JEE Main exam pattern.
- 4 marks will be awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark will be deducted from the total score for each incorrect answer.
- Total marks that aspirants can score in JEE Main 2025 are 300, with 100 marks in each section.
JEE Main exam pattern has been revised in 2025 for section B of each JEE Main BE/BTech subject, reducing the number of Numerical value-based questions from 10 to 5 in each section. All 5 Numerical Value-Based questions are compulsory in the JEE Main BE/B.Tech paper.
Key Summary
- Sections included in the JEE Main Exam Pattern are Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Each section includes 25 questions with 20 MCQs and 5 Numerical Value-Based questions.
- Total MCQs asked in JEE Main BE/BTech are 60, and total Numerical Value-Based questions are 15.
- Each question of the JEE Main BE/BTech paper carries 4 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Numerical Value-Based questions in each section have been reduced to 5 in each section in 2025.
- All 5 Numerical Value-Based questions in the JEE Main BE/BTech paper are compulsory.
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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for BE/BTech
As per the JEE Main exam pattern 2026 for BE/BTech, 3 sections will be included in the JEE Main question paper, like Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- JEE Main BE/BTech paper will be conducted in online/CBT mode.
- 75 questions will be asked in the JEE Main BE/BTech paper, with 25 from each section.
- Time allotted for JEE Main paper 1 BE/BTech is 3 hours.
- Total marks allotted to the JEE Main BE/BTech paper are 300.
| Particulars | Details |
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| JEE Main Paper | Paper 1- BE/BTech |
| Mode of Examination | CBT- Computer-Based Test |
| Number of Sections | 3 |
| JEE Main Paper 1 Sections |
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| JEE Main Number of Questions | 75 |
| JEE Main Section-Wise Number of Questions | 25 |
| JEE Main Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| JEE Main Type of Questions |
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| JEE Main Total Marks | 300 |
| JEE Main Marking Scheme |
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Source: JEE Main Official Brochure
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for BE/BTech- Type of Questions
As per the JEE Main exam pattern, each section will consist of 25 questions with 20 MCQs and 5 numerical-based questions.
- Total MCQs asked in JEE Main paper 1 BE/BTech is 60.
- Total Numerical Based questions asked in JEE Main BE/B.Tech papers are 15.
| Type of Questions | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Total MCQs | 60 |
| Total Numerical Value Based | 15 |
| Section-Wise MCQs | 20 |
| Section-Wise Numerical Value-Based | 5 |
How many questions are there in JEE Mains 2026?
As per the JEE Main exam pattern for the BE/BTech paper, each section will comprise 25 questions with 20 MCQs and 5 Numerical Value Based questions. Total MCQs asked in JEE Main 2026 are 60, and total Numerical Value-Based questions are 15. The total questions asked in JEE Main 2026 are 75.
JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme for BE/BTech
As per the JEE Main 2026 marking scheme, for each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded. For each incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted from the overall score.
| Particulars | MCQs Marking Scheme | Numerical Value-Based Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +4 | +4 |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 | -1 |
| Unattempted Questions | 0 | 0 |
JEE Main Exam Pattern for BE/BTech- Marks Distribution
According to the JEE Main exam pattern for the BE/BTech paper, each section comprises 20 MCQs and 5 numerical-based questions.
- The total questions asked in each section is 25, translating to 100 marks.
- JEE Main BE/BTech paper total questions are 75, translating to 300 marks.
| Subject | Number of MCQs | Number of Numerical-Based Questions | Total Number of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 60 | 15 | 75 | 300 |
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Is JEE Mains of 300 or 360 marks?
As per the JEE Main exam pattern, there are a total of 75 questions asked in the JEE Main 2026 examination. For each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded. Based on this, JEE Main 2026 will be of 300 marks and not 360 marks.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| JEE Main Total Questions | 75 |
| Marks for Each Question | 4 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
JEE Main Total Marks
According to JEE Main exam pattern, JEE Main total marks are different for different papers as discussed below.
- For BE/B.Tech, the total questions asked is 75, and the JEE Main total marks are 300.
- For the BArch paper, the total questions asked is 77, and the total marks in the JEE Main BArch paper are 308.
- For the BPlan paper, a total questions are asked 100 translating to a maximum of 400 marks.
| JEE Main Paper | Total Questions | JEE Main Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| BE/BTech (Paper 1) | 75 | 300 |
| BArch (Paper 2A) | 77 | 308 |
| BPlan (Paper 2B) | 100 | 400 |
JEE Main Exam Pattern for BE/BTech- Syllabus and Weightage
JEE Main exam pattern 2026 is based on the Class 11th and 12th syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
| Subject | JEE Main 2026 Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Physics | Units and Measurements, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Properties of Solids and Liquids, Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory of Gases, Oscillations and Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices, Experimental Skills. |
| Chemistry | Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Chemical Thermodynamics, Solutions, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, p-Block Elements, d- and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds, Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons, Organic Compounds Containing Halogens, Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Biomolecules, Principles Related to Practical Chemistry. |
| Mathematics | Sets, Relations and Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Matrices and Determinants, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem and Its Simple Applications, Sequence and Series, Limit, Continuity and Differentiability, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Coordinate Geometry, Three Dimensional Geometry, Vector Algebra, Statistics and Probability, Trigonometry. |
JEE Main Mathematics- Chapter-Wise Weightage
Weightage of chapters in JEE Main Mathematics is expected to range from 3-5 for chapters like Coordinate Geometry, Limits, Continuity, and Differentiability, and Integral Calculus.
- For topics like Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Matrices and Determinants, Statistics and Probability, the weightage is around 2 questions each.
- Topics carrying 1 mark in JEE Main 2026 include Sets, Relations, and Functions, Permutations and Combinations, Trigonometry, etc.
JEE Main Chemistry- Chapter-Wise Weightage
- High weightage chapters in JEE Main Chemistry include Transition Elements and Coordination Chemistry, Periodic Table, and Representative Elements, etc., and each chapter carries 2-3 marks.
- 1 mark chapters included in JEE Main 2026 Chemistry syllabus are: Mole Concept, Redox Reaction, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Solution and Colligative Properties, General Organic Chemistry, etc.
JEE Main Physics- Chapter-Wise Weightage
- Topics like Modern Physics, Heat and Thermodynamics, Optics, Current Electricity, and Electrostatics carry around 3-5 marks each in JEE Main Physics.
- Topics with 1 mark weightage in JEE Main Physics syllabus include Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Power, and Energy, Centre of Mass, Impulse, Momentum, Rotation, etc.
| Topic | No. of Questions |
|---|---|
| Modern Physics | 5 |
| Heat and Thermodynamics | 3 |
| Optics | 3 |
| Current Electricity | 3 |
| Electrostatics | 3 |
| Magnetics | 2 |
| Unit, Dimension, and Vector | 1 |
| Kinematics | 1 |
| Laws of Motion | 1 |
| Work, Power, and Energy | 1 |
| Centre of Mass, Impulse, Momentum | 1 |
| Rotation | 1 |
| Gravitation | 1 |
| Simple Harmonic Motion | 1 |
| Solids and Fluids | 1 |
| Waves | 1 |
| Electromagnetic Induction and AC | 1 |
Is the JEE syllabus reduced for 2026?
The JEE Main syllabus was revised in 2024 by reducing various chapters from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. This year, the JEE Main Syllabus is expected to remain the same.
| JEE Main Section | JEE Main Reduced Topics |
|---|---|
| Physics | Semiconductors, Communication Systems, and some parts of Optics |
| Chemistry | Environmental Chemistry, Polymers, and parts of Organic Chemistry (e.g., Qualitative Analysis) |
| Mathematics | Sets and Relations, Mathematical Reasoning, and some parts of Probability |
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JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for BE/BTech- Previous Years’ Papers
Students must go through the JEE Main previous years’ papers to understand the JEE Main Exam pattern for BE/B.Tech. The table below lists the JEE Main BE/B.Tech previous years’ papers.
| JEE Main 2025 Exam Date | JEE Main 2025 Question Paper | JEE Main 2025 Solution PDF |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 22 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 22 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 23 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 23 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 24 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 24 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 28 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 28 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 29 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 29 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 Jan 30 Shift 1 B.Arch Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 2 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 2 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 3 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 3 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 4 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 4 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 7 Shift 1 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 7 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 8 Shift 2 Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 9 B.Arch Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 9 B.Planning Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
| JEE Main 2025 April 9 B.Arch & B.Planning Question Paper | Download PDF | Check Solutions |
JEE Main Previous Years’ Papers PDF Download- 2018-2024
| Year of Paper | Download Link |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2024 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2023 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2022 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2021 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2020 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2019 Question Paper | Download Here |
| JEE Main 2018 Question Paper | Download Here |
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JEE Main B.E/B.Tech Paper FAQs
Ques. How can I prepare for JEE Main 2026 B.E./B.Tech?
Ans. To prepare for JEE Main B.E./B.Tech,
- Familiarize yourself with the topic-wise weightage of each section and devise a study plan accordingly.
- Refer to the NCERT Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics books of Classes 11 and 12, along with additional textbooks and practice books.
- Make comprehensive notes and write all formulas down on a sheet of paper.
- Take mock tests regularly.
- Solve question papers from the previous years.
Ques. What are the best books for JEE Main B.E/B.Tech?
Ans. The best books for JEE Main B.E/B.Tech are -
- NCERT Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics books of Classes 11 and 12
- Concepts of Physics by H.C.Verma
- Practice Book Chemistry For JEE Main and Advanced 2020 by Arihant Experts
- Problems Plus in IIT Mathematics by A. Das Gupta
Ques. Is JEE Main B.E/B.Tech 2026 paper tough?
Ans. JEE Main B.E./BTech paper has a difficulty level that ranges from moderate to difficult. The Physics section is generally very challenging with MCQs and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions. The Chemistry section is generally easy with MCQs and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions. The Mathematics section is time-consuming with MCQs and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions.
Ques. Does JEE Main B.E./BTech has negative marking?
Ans. Yes, JEE Main B.E/BTech has some questions with negative marking. The paper has two types of questions - MCQs and Numerical Answer Type(NAT) questions. 20 MCQs and 5 NAT questions are to be answered in all sections. MCQs have negative marking (-1 for an incorrect answer) while NAT questions do not have negative marking (0 for an incorrect answer).
Ques. What comes in the B.E./B.Tech paper?
Ans. B.E/B .Tech is the Paper 1 of JEE Main. The JEE Main B.E./BTech has three sections. Section I is the Physics Section. Section II is Chemistry,ry and Section III is Mathematics. According to the revised JEE Main 2025 B.E./BTech Exam Pattern, 25 MCQs, and 10 Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions are asked in all sections. Students will have to answer 25 MCQs and 5 NAT questions. The exam is conducted in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) Mode.
Ques. How many times in a year can I take the JEE Main B.E./B.Tech.Tech paper?
Ans. The National Testing Agency has released a new set of rules according to which students can take up the JEE Main B.E/BTech paper four times in one year. If you choose to appear for the exam four times, then the best score will be considered your final score.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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