JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination commenced on January 21, and exams for four consecutive days—January 21, 22, 23, and 24—have been conducted successfully so far. All candidates who appeared for the examination on any of these days can check the answer keys for both Shift 1 and Shift 2 here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the examination in two shifts across various centres nationwide, with thousands of aspirants appearing for the test. To help students assess their performance early and estimate their expected scores, we are providing the JEE Main 2026 Answer Keys for all days and both shifts, prepared by experts from Allen Career Institute.
Allen, one of India’s most trusted and pioneering coaching institutes for engineering entrance examinations, prepares these answer keys based on memory-based questions shared by students who appeared in the exam. This approach makes the answer keys highly reliable for estimating scores before the official NTA answer key is released.
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JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Highlights
Below are the important highlight to know about the unofficial JEE Main Answer Key 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Session | January Session (Session 1) |
| Exam Date | January 21-29, 2026 |
| Shifts | Shift 1 and Shift 2 |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Answer Key Type | Memory-based (by Allen Experts) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
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JEE Main 2026 (January 24): Shift 1, 2 Answer Keys by Allen
The JEE Main 2026 examination on January 24 was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in two shifts in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Candidates who appeared for either shift on January 24 can check the JEE Main 2026 Answer Keys by Allen to review their responses. These answer keys are prepared using memory-based questions shared by students, helping aspirants estimate their scores before the official NTA answer key is released. Using this answer key, candidates can verify their responses and calculate their tentative score in JEE Main 2026 prior to the official answer key issued by NTA.
Shift 1 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
Shift 2 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
JEE Main 2026 (January 23): Shift 1, 2 Answer Keys by Allen
The January 23 JEE Main 2026 exam was conducted smoothly in two shifts across various exam centres in India. As per the schedule, Shift 1 was held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, in CBT mode. The paper in shift was moderate in difficulty, with balanced questions across all three subjects and no major surprises. However, Shift 2 was considered slightly tougher than Shift 1, mainly due to tricky numerical questions in Physics and Mathematics.
Students appearing in either shift can access the Allen Answer Keys for Shift 1 and Shift 2, which are created based on student feedback and recalled questions from the exam.
Shift 1 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
Shift 2 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
JEE Main 2026 (January 22): Shift 1, 2 Answer Keys by Allen
The Shift 1 of the JEE Main 2026 exam conducted on January 22 was easy to moderate, with Chemistry being the easiest section for most students. Shift 2, on the other hand, was moderate, with Mathematics being time-consuming and Physics having a mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Candidates appearing in both shifts can check the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key by Allen, which provides answers to all questions asked in the exam based on memory-based questions shared by students.
Shift 1 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
Shift 2 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
JEE Main 2026 (January 21): Shift 1, 2 Answer Keys by Allen
The JEE Main 2026 Shift 1 and Shift 2 answer keys are now available here. Candidates who appeared on January 21 of JEE Main 2026 exam can download the Answer Key prepared by Allen, which provides the correct answers to all questions asked in the exam based on memory-based inputs shared by students. This answer key will help aspirants cross-check their responses and estimate their expected score in JEE Main 2026 before the release of the official NTA answer key.
Shift 1 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
Shift 2 | Physics Answer Key PDF | Chemistry Answer Key PDF | Mathematics Answer Key PDF |
JEE Main 2026 Live Feedback & Paper Analysis
Along with the answer key, we are also providing live student feedback and detailed paper analysis to help aspirants understand:
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Subject-wise question distribution
- Comparison with previous years
You can check the live exam analysis for Shift 1 and Shift 2 below:
JEE Main 2026 Live Paper Analysis & Student Reaction (Shift 1, 2) |
JEE Main 2026 Memory-Based Questions (Shift 1 & 2)
To further assist students, we have compiled memory-based questions from both shifts of Jnauary 21 to January 29. These questions are extremely helpful for:
- Cross-checking answers
- Understanding recurring concepts
- Helping upcoming shift candidates
Read the detailed memory-based question paper here:
JEE Main 2026 Memory-Based Questions PDF (All Dates) |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Overview
The JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam assesses candidates across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with a balanced structure of multiple-choice and numerical value-based questions. The detailed exam pattern and marking scheme are presented below for clarity.
Paper 1: Subject-wise Distribution and Marks
| Subject | Section A (MCQs) | Section B (Numerical Value Questions) | Total Questions | Marks |
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 60 | 15 | 75 | 300 |
Each subject has two sections. Section A consists of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs), while Section B contains numerical value-based questions where answers must be entered using the on-screen virtual keypad and rounded to the nearest integer.
JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme
| Question Type | Correct Answer | Incorrect Answer | Unanswered / Marked for Review |
| MCQs (Section A) | +4 marks | −1 mark | 0 mark |
| Numerical Value Questions (Section B) | +4 marks | −1 mark | 0 mark |
This structured pattern ensures uniform evaluation across shifts and helps candidates accurately estimate their scores using answer keys and memory-based solutions.
What’s Next for JEE Main 2026 Aspirants?
After appearing for the JEE Main 2026 January Session, candidates should now focus on evaluating their performance and planning the next phase of preparation. Comparing responses with the Allen answer key allows students to calculate their expected score and get an early indication of their performance level. This assessment, along with detailed paper analysis and live student feedback, helps aspirants understand subject-wise strengths and areas that need improvement.
- At this stage, candidates should take the following steps:
- Compare their attempted answers with the JEE Main 2026 answer key by Allen
- Calculate the tentative score using the official marking scheme
- Analyse strong and weak topics using shift-wise paper analysis
- Identify chapters that require focused revision before the next attempt
Aspirants should also regularly check updates related to the official JEE Main 2026 answer key, response sheet, and result, which will be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Candidates who are not fully satisfied with their January session performance or wish to improve their percentile will have another opportunity to appear for JEE Main 2026 Session 2, scheduled in April 2026. Since the best score out of both sessions is considered for ranking, Session 2 serves as an important chance for score improvement and better admission prospects.
The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key by Allen for Shift 1 and Shift 2 (January 21) is a valuable resource for candidates looking for an early performance assessment. With expert validation, live analysis, and memory-based questions, students can gain clear insights into their exam attempt. Stay tuned to this page as we will update the answer key PDFs instantly once they are released by Allen.
Best wishes to all JEE Main 2026 aspirants!
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