JEE Main Session 2 April 7 B.Arch/B.Planning Exam Live Updates

Based on early student reactions, the overall paper was moderate, with the Mathematics section rated as moderate to tough due to its lengthy, calculation-based questions.

Also Check: 

• JEE Main 2026 B.Arch April 7 Expected Marks Vs Percentile
• JEE Main 2026 B.Planning April 7 Expected Marks Vs Percentile

• JEE Main 2026 B.Arch & B.Planning (Combined) exam ends at 6:30 PM
• Students will exit centres after completion of formalities
• Detailed student reactions and paper analysis to follow shortly

• JEE Main 2026 B.Arch or B. Planning (Individual) exam Paper ends at 6:00 PM
• Students will exit centres after completion of formalities
• Detailed student reactions and paper analysis to follow shortly

• Overall paper expected to be easy to moderate
• Drawing (B.Arch) likely to be easy and scoring with standard themes
• Planning (B.Planning) expected to be conceptual but manageable
• Mathematics likely to be moderate to tough and lengthy
• Aptitude section expected to be moderate with direct questions
• Overall performance will depend on time management and section-wise strategy

• Stay tuned for memory-based question papers for B.Arch & B.Planning
• Our team will share section-wise questions (Maths, Aptitude, Drawing/Planning)
• Solutions and detailed analysis will be updated shortly
• Keep checking for real student-shared questions and expert answers

Check: 

• JEE Mains 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch and B.Planning Question Paper with Solutions PDF
• JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Answer Key- Download PDF

• The exam is currently ongoing across centres
• Candidates are attempting Maths, Aptitude, and Drawing/Planning sections
• Initial reactions and paper analysis will be available after 6:30 PM

• Part-III (Drawing Test) includes 2 questions
• Questions test:
  • Sketching ability
  • 2D/3D composition skills
  • Memory-based drawing scenarios
• This section is highly scoring for well-prepared candidates

• The question paper is available in multiple languages:
  • English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada
  • Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
• Candidates can attempt the paper in their preferred language as selected in the application form

• JEE Main 2026 B.Arch & B.Planning exam has started at 3:00 PM
• Candidates have logged in and begun attempting the paper
• Exam is being conducted under strict guidelines by National Testing Agency

• Questions are standard and predictable
• Less calculation, more creativity and concepts
• Students can complete faster compared to Maths
• Helps increase overall attempts and confidence

• Planning section is conceptual but less calculative
• Questions are mostly theory-based and direct
• Mathematics remains the most time-consuming section
• Students with strong Planning concepts can boost overall marks

• Drawing section is usually easy to moderate and scoring
• Mathematics tends to be lengthy and calculation-heavy
• Students often save time in Drawing to compensate Maths difficulty
• Balanced strategy helps improve overall score

• 2025 papers had balanced difficulty across sections
• Drawing/Planning sections were scoring and predictable
• Mathematics was moderate but still lengthy
• 2026 expected to follow a similar pattern with slight increase in calculations

• Reach the centre early, complete all formalities calmly, and use any waiting time for light breathing exercises or positive visualization instead of last-minute revision.
• Stay hydrated, eat a light and familiar meal before the exam, and avoid heavy food that may cause drowsiness during the afternoon shift.
• If anxiety arises, take slow, deep breaths for 30 seconds between sections. Remind yourself that you have prepared well and focus only on the current question.
• Maintain a positive mindset and treat the paper as an opportunity rather than a burden, and remember that one section going average can still be balanced by strong performance in others.
   

• Reporting time for candidates is 1:00 PM
• The exam will be conducted in Shift 2 (3:00 PM – 6:30 PM)
• Candidates must reach the centre well before reporting time
• Early reporting helps complete biometric verification and frisking smoothly

• Start with light pencil sketching to establish correct perspective using vanishing points, then darken final lines.  Focus on realistic depth and scale from the beginning.
• Pay special attention to proportion by comparing the sizes of objects and human figures relative to the scene. Maintain balance and eye-level view for a natural appearance.
• Use shading effectively with varying pressure (light for distant objects, darker for foreground) to create depth, texture, and a three-dimensional feel.
• Complete the drawing neatly within the allocated time (45–60 minutes per question), add simple details like people or surroundings, and avoid smudging by keeping your hand clean.
   

• Candidates must carry a hard copy of the JEE Main 2026 admit card
• Soft copy/digital admit card is NOT allowed inside the exam centre
• Entry will be denied without a printed hall ticket
• Along with admit card, candidates should also carry valid ID proof
• Follow all guidelines issued by National Testing Agency to avoid last-minute issues

• Attempt the Aptitude section first, as it is generally the fastest and most scoring part, and aim to finish all 50 questions in 45 to 60 minutes.
• Quickly solve easy questions on visualization, mirror images, paper folding, and architectural awareness first, then move to reasoning-based questions. 
• Skip and Mark for review difficult questions so that you can try to solve them later if time allows. 
• Maintain a steady pace of roughly 1 minute per question on average, leaving 5–10 minutes at the end for quick revision and unattempted questions.
• Avoid overthinking, as Aptitude rewards speed and accuracy, so trust your first instinct on visual and logical questions.
   

Yes, in most January 2026 analyses, Drawing (B.Arch) and Planning (B.Planning) were rated easier (easy to moderate) than Mathematics.

• Drawing was considered straightforward with standard themes; Planning was conceptual but less calculation-heavy.
• Mathematics was consistently reported as more challenging, lengthy, and time-consuming across shifts.
• This pattern helped many students score well overall if they performed strongly in Aptitude & Drawing/Planning.
   

The expected high-weightage topics for Maths and Aptitude test are given below: 

• Mathematics: Higher weightage on 3D Geometry & Vectors, Coordinate Geometry (lines, circles, conics), Calculus (limits, integration, application of derivatives), Matrices & Determinants, Sequences & Series, Probability.
• Aptitude: Spatial reasoning, 3D visualization, paper folding/cutting, mirror/water images, famous buildings/monuments/architectural styles, materials & construction terms, logical reasoning.

Students should focus on quick-solving topics like basic visualization and standard GK in Aptitude for speed.
 

• As per National Testing Agency guidelines, strict protocols are followed at exam centres
• Candidates must undergo biometric attendance and frisking at entry
• If a candidate takes a bio-break (toilet break) during the exam:
  • Re-frisking is mandatory
  • Biometric verification must be done again
• This rule ensures exam security and prevents malpractice

No, as per the NTA’s schedule of the JEE Main papers on various dates, the JEE Main paper 2A and 2B scheduled to be conducted today, i.e., April 7, will be held in the second or the evening shift. 

• Paper 2A or 2B timing: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM 
• Both 2A & 2B timing: 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM 

Source: JEE Main 2026 Official Information Bulletin 

NTA will conduct the JEE Main B.Arch and B. Planning paper tomorrow, i.e., April 7. The exam will be held in a single shift only. You can check the JEE Main exam day guidelines given below: 

• Blank paper sheets for rough work will be provided in the examination room
• You must write your name and roll number at the top of the sheet
• Return the sheets and admit card to the invigilator before leaving the examination hall
• You will have to sit in the seat allocated to you
• You will be allowed to appear at the allotted venue of the JEE Main test only
• Wearing a watch inside the exam hall is not allowed
• Leaving the exam hall before the closure/end of the exam is not permitted

The NTA has officially notified that the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results will be declared on or before April 20.

Along with the results, the NTA will release the All India Ranks (AIR) and the final cutoff scores required to qualify for the JEE Advanced 2026 examination.

As per the NTA guidelines, candidates can carry the following items for the JEE Main exam: 

Students can find the direct PDF for B. Arch & B.Planning Question Papers below: 

• B. Arch & B.Planning Question Papers 

Both papers will be divided into 3 sections, and Paper 2A will be held in CBT for sections 1 & 2 and in offline mode for section 3, i.e., Drawing test. Paper 2B will be completely held in CBT mode. 

Source: JEE Main Official Information Bulletin  

Source: JEE Main Official Information Bulletin 

Source: JEE Main Official Information Bulletin 

The JEE Main B.Arch and B.Plan papers will be conducted for a duration of 3 hours. If a student has opted for both B.Arch and B.Planning, the duration of the paper will be 3.5 hours. The paper will be held in the 2^nd shift only. 

Source: JEE Main Official Information Bulletin 

As per the NTA’s exam schedule, the JEE Main B.Arch/B.Planning Paper is scheduled for tomorrow, i.e., April 7, 2026. The exam will be held in the 2^nd shift only from 3:00 PM onwards. 

Source: JEE Main Official Notice