By Anushka Choudhary JEE & Engineering JEE Main April 7, 2026

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Paper Analysis (B.Arch & B.Planning) – Difficulty Level, Section-Wise Review & Expected Cutoff

The JEE Main 2026 April 7 exam was conducted for Paper 2A (B.Arch) and Paper 2B (B.Plan). This time, the Paper 2A and 2B were conducted in one shift only scheduled in the afternoon shift from 3 PM to 6 PM by NTA. The exam has finally concluded, and students can now find the updated JEE Main 2026 paper analysis in this blog, done by Matrix Academy’s experts. This shift was specifically catered to students aiming for careers in architecture and planning, featuring a balanced mix of mathematics, Aptitude, and drawing/planning-based questions.

In this blog, we provide a comprehensive analysis of the April 7 Shift 2 paper, including subject-wise difficulty, good attempts, and expert insights into expected cutoffs. Based on student reactions and initial reviews, this analysis will help you gauge your performance and predict your percentile range more accurately. Whether you appeared for B.Arch or B. Planning paper or both, this detailed review will give you clarity on where you stand and what to expect next in the admission process.

Check out the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 all-shift analysis below:

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Overall Paper Analysis

The JEE Main 2026 April 7 shift 2 exam finished at 6 PM for B.Arch and B.Plan papers and 6:30 PM for students giving both papers together. Matrix Academy educators have analysed the difficulty of the shift based on the memory questions received from students.

In Paper 2A (B.Arch), the overall difficulty level was observed as easy to moderate. And the average number of attempts out of 77 questions is 48–52. For Paper 2B (B.Plan), the overall difficulty level is also moderate. The expected cut-off of 90 percentile is expected at 170–180 marks.

Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Overall Paper Analysis

Subject	Difficulty Level	Topics Appeared in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 shift 2
Part 1 – Mathematics	Moderate to tough	Calculus (Limits, Differentiation), Matrices & Determinants, Vector Algebra, 3D Geometry, Sequences & Series (lengthy and calculation-based questions).
Part 2 – Aptitude Test	Moderate	Guggenheim Museum (New York City), First Five-Year Plan, NITI Aayog Chairman, Garden City concept, Mezzanine floor, Zaha Hadid, Gol Gumbaz, Statue of Equality, Jawahar Kala Kendra (Charles Correa), Golden Temple, Match the following (Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta caves, Greek, Roman, Byzantine architecture), Mirror Image, Colour wheel, Non-verbal reasoning
Part 3 – Drawing Test	Moderate	Fallingwater (scene-based drawing) and Logo Design (World Peace using geometric elements), perspective drawing and composition-based questions

Paper 2B (B. Planning) Overall Paper Analysis

Subject	Difficulty Level	Topics Appeared in the JEE Main Exam April 7, 2026 Shift 2
Part 1 – Mathematics	Moderate to Difficult and Lengthy	Calculus (Limits, Differentiation), Matrices & Determinants, Vector Algebra, 3D Geometry, Sequences & Series (lengthy, calculation-based questions)
Part 2 – Aptitude Test	Easy to Moderate	Architecture & GK-based questions (Guggenheim Museum, Gol Gumbaz, Golden Temple, Statue of Equality), NITI Aayog Chairman, First Five-Year Plan, Mirror Image, Pattern Recognition, Match the Following (Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Greek/Roman architecture), Colour wheel, spatial reasoning
Part 3 – Planning	Easy to Moderate	Urban planning concepts, Land-use classification, Transportation & traffic signs, Map-based questions, Smart city concepts, Basic planning terminology and application-based questions

JEE Main 2026 Session 2, 7th April Shift 2 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Most Difficult Section

After a detailed analysis of the JEE Main 2026 exam session 2, April shift 2, Matrix JEE Academy experts will shed light on the toughest section in the B.Arch paper. It is expected that the paper will be moderate overall, and the toughest section might be mathematics. Students are advised to thoroughly prepare integration, arithmetic progression, and geometric progression concepts.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2, 7th April Shift 2 Paper 2B (B. Planning): Most Difficult Section

As per the Matrix Academy JEE experts, the most difficult section in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 B.Plan paper is expected to be the Mathematics section. Once the JEE Main Session 2 paper analysis is done, we will update with accurate information based on the memory-based questions. It is expected that the mathematics section will have numerous lengthy questions with complex calculations. Hence, students are advised to regularly practice advanced maths questions.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Mathematics Paper Analysis

Once the paper ends at 6 PM, this section will be updated with the mathematics section analysis of the B.Arch paper. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 B.Arch paper mathematics section is expected to be at a moderate level. The mathematics questions are expected to be lengthy, and 20% of the questions might need intensive calculations. The expected high-weightage topics were coordinate geometry, calculus, sequences & series, vectors & 3D geometry, and matrices & determinants.

JEE Main 2026, April 7, Shift 2 (B. Arch.) Mathematics Topic-Wise Analysis

Find out the mathematics concepts asked in the B.Arch paper in the April 7 shift 2 exam in the table below with the number of questions.

Topic	Expected Number of Questions (Approx.)	Expected Difficulty Level	Remarks
Irrational Numbers	1	Moderate	To be updated soon
Definite Integration (Properties)	1	Moderate–Hard	To be updated soon
Arithmetic Progression (AP)	1	Moderate	To be updated soon
Geometric Progression (GP)	1	Moderate	To be updated soon
Conic Sections	5–6	Moderate–Hard	To be updated soon
Circles	1–2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Vectors & 3D Geometry	1–2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Matrices & Determinants	1–2	Moderate	To be updated soon

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Aptitude Test Section Analysis

The JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 paper has an aptitude test section, which has a total of 50 questions. This section will test the aptitude level and analytical skills of the student. The overall difficulty of the Aptitude section of the JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch paper was moderate in difficulty, where the section was dominated by non-verbal and architectural awareness questions.

There were non-verbal reasoning questions like pattern recognition, mirror images, and spatial visualisation.
The architecture GK segment was straightforward, with direct questions from famous monuments, architects, and landmark buildings like the Guggenheim Museum, Gol Gumbaz, and Jawahar Kala Kendra.
Match-the-following questions were also asked, especially about architecture styles (Greek, Roman, Byzantine) and heritage sites (Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta).
Questions based on basic architectural concepts were also asked, like mezzanine floor and Garden City.
Static GK questions were asked, like the NITI Aayog Chairman and Five-Year Plans.

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Aptitude Test Topic-Wise Analysis

Students can find the aptitude question types and concepts asked in the B.Arch paper in the table below:

Question Type / Topic	Expected Number of Questions (Approx.)	Key Areas Covered	Expected Difficulty Level
Architectural Aptitude Test (AAT)	10–12	Garden City concept, Mezzanine floor, Portland city planning component, spatial planning basics	Moderate
General Knowledge (Architecture & Monuments)	8–10	Guggenheim Museum (New York), Gol Gumbaz, Golden Temple, Statue of Equality (Hyderabad), Chennakeshava Temple location, Jawahar Kala Kendra (Charles Correa)	Easy to Moderate
Current Affairs / Polity (Static GK)	2–3	NITI Aayog Chairman, First Five-Year Plan of India	Easy
Famous Architects / Landmarks	3–4	Zaha Hadid, Architect of Petronas Towers, Charles Correa	Easy
Match the Following (Architecture & Styles)	4–5	Ellora Caves, Ajanta Caves, Elephanta Caves, Victoria Memorial, Greek, Roman & Byzantine architecture	Easy to Moderate
Non-Verbal Reasoning	6–8	Interpreting 3D objects, views, and structure-based reasoning	Moderate
Mirror Image / Visual Reasoning	2	Mirror images (direct visual questions)	Easy
3D Visualization / Object Interpretation	2–3	Colour wheel inventor, book-author, match the following	Moderate
Analytical Reasoning & Sequences	2–3	Series, logical sequencing, pattern flow	Moderate
Miscellaneous GK / Concepts	1–2	Colour wheel inventor, book-author match the following	Pattern recognition, figure completion, spatial visualisation

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Drawing Test Section Analysis

The JEE Main Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 paper has the most important section of the drawing test. The drawing test is expected to be at a moderate level. The section is designed to evaluate drawing skills and understanding of the candidate, such as visualisation skills, sense of proportion, perspective understanding, and architectural awareness. Students can expect questions like perspective drawing, 3D composition, and architectural landmark-based sketching.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Paper 2A (B.Arch.) Drawing Test Questions

Once the paper ends, our experts will update the table with the type of drawing questions asked, themes, references, and difficulty levels of the questions.

Expected Question Type	Reference / Theme	Skills Tested	Difficulty Level
Perspective Drawing	To be updated soon	To be updated soon	To be updated soon
3D Composition (Object-Based)	To be updated soon	To be updated soon	To be updated soon
Monument-Based Drawing	To be updated soon	To be updated soon	To be updated soon
Landscape / Garden Composition	To be updated soon	To be updated soon	To be updated soon
Architectural Awareness (Theory-based Drawing)	To be updated soon	To be updated soon	To be updated soon

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2B (B. Plan) Mathematics Analysis

The JEE Main 2026 B.Plan paper starts with the mathematics section. The expected difficulty level of the mathematics section is moderate. Students can expect questions from the high-weightage topics like algebra, calculus, coordinate geometry, trigonometry, probability, and vectors & 3D geometry.

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Paper 2B (B. Planning) Mathematics Topic-Wise Analysis

Expected Topics	Expected Approx. No. of Qs	Expected Difficulty	Key Concepts Tested
Algebra (Sequences & Series, Quadratic)	4–5	Moderate	To be updated soon
Calculus (Definite/Indefinite, Limits)	4	Moderate–Hard	To be updated soon
Coordinate Geometry (Circles, Lines, Parabolas)	3	Moderate	To be updated soon
Vector & 3D Geometry	2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Probability & Statistics	2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Permutation & Combination	1–2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Trigonometry	2	Moderate	To be updated soon
Matrices & Determinants	1–2	Moderate	To be updated soon

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Aptitude Test Paper Analysis (B. Planning)

The Aptitude section in the B.Planning paper has 50 questions which tests aptitude level and other parameters of students. The difficulty level of the April 7 shift is expected to be moderate. The questions are expected to focus on logical reasoning, analytical ability, spatial awareness, interpretation skills, data interpretation, maps, planning-based visuals, and reasoning sets.

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2B (B. Planning) Aptitude Test Topic-Wise Analysis

Expected Topics	Expected Approx. No. of Qs	Key Areas	Difficulty
3D Visualization & Mental Ability	10–12	To be announced	To be announced
Logical Reasoning	8–10	To be announced	To be announced
Data Interpretation (Charts/Tables)	5–7	To be announced	To be announced
Map & Planning Interpretation	5–7	To be announced	To be announced
General Awareness (Cities, GK)	8–10	To be announced	To be announced

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Planning Paper Analysis (Paper 2B Planning)

The planning section is the most important in the B.Plan paper. The planning section is designed to test a student’s understanding of basic planning concepts, urban development, sustainability, the environment, infrastructure, and government policies.

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 Paper 2B Planning Section Topic-Wise Analysis

Expected Topic / Theme	Expected Approx. No. of Qs	Key Focus Areas	Difficulty
Urban Planning Basics	5	To be announced	To be announced
Environment & Sustainability	4	To be announced	To be announced
Infrastructure & Transport	3	To be announced	To be announced
Population & Resources	3	To be announced	To be announced
Map Reading & Spatial Interpretation	5	To be announced	To be announced
Government Policies / Schemes	3	To be announced	To be announced
Social & Economic Planning Concepts	2	Economy basics	To be announced

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch Paper Student Reactions & Feedback

Once Paper 2A concludes at 6 PM, we will update this section with initial student reactions and feedback on the paper. We will find out if the paper was easy, tough, or moderate. Students’ comments on which is the toughest shift and which is the easiest will be discussed here.

Mathematics: Once the paper ends, we will discuss the maths section analysis in detail. All the student reactions and feedback about the maths section will be updated here.
Aptitude Test: It is expected that most of the students will find the aptitude section to be lengthy and of a moderate level. We will discuss the reactions of students regarding the aptitude test once the exam ends.
Drawing Test: The drawing section is an important section for architecture students. Only 2 questions are given. We will find out the type of questions asked based on students’ feedback once the exam is over.

JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B. Plan Paper: Student Reactions & Feedback

After the B. Planning (Paper 2B) exam finishes at 6 PM, this section will be updated with early student responses. The initial impression and overall reaction of the paper and each section will be discussed once the paper is finished. Our experts will communicate with the students outside the centre and analyse whether candidates perceived the exam as easy, moderate, or challenging. We will also provide insights on the most and least difficult shifts based on feedback.

Mathematics: After the exam concludes, a detailed breakdown of the mathematics section will be provided. We will include student opinions on question difficulty, topic distribution, and the overall level of the section.

Aptitude Test: The aptitude portion is generally considered scoring but time-consuming. Based on student reactions, we will evaluate its difficulty level, question patterns, and whether it leaned more towards conceptual or logical reasoning.

Planning-Based Questions: This section is unique to B.Planning aspirants and plays a crucial role in the paper. Once the exam is over, we will share insights into the types of planning-related questions asked, including topics such as urban planning, design concepts, and general awareness, as reported by students.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam April 7 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF

Once the exam finishes, our students will share the memory-based questions with us. Based on all the questions, our team will provide the question-paper PDFs with answers for the mathematics section, aptitude section and drawing test. Once all the questions are collected, students can download the question papers or memory-based questions, subject-wise, from the table below:

B. Arch. (Paper 2A) Question Papers:

Subject	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF (B.Arch)
Mathematics	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch. Mathematics Question Paper PDF
Aptitude Test	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch. Aptitude Test Question Paper PDF
Drawing Test	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch Drawing Test Question Paper PDF

B. Planning (Paper 2B) Question Papers

Subject	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 Question Paper PDF (B.Plan)
Mathematics	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B. Plan Drawing Test Question Paper PDF
Aptitude Test	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B. Plan Drawing Test Question Paper PDF
Planning	JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 B. Plan Drawing Test Question Paper PDF

How to Download the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Shift 2 of April 7 Question Paper PDF?

Students can download the JEE Main 2026, April 7 Session 2 Shift 2 question paper from the official website of NTA as well. We will also upload the subject-wise question papers in this blog. Students can download the papers from our website as well.

Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Find the link for “JEE Main Papers & Answer Key” or similar.
Log in using your application number, password/date of birth.
Select the specific exam date and shift.
You can then view and download the question paper, answer key, and your response sheet.

When will NTA release the Answer Key and Questions of JEE Main Exam 2026 Session 2?

The NTA will release the answer key almost 7-10 days after the exam. Students can expect the answer key and questions to be released within 2 weeks on the official website. Candidates can cross-check their responses and estimate their scores. Stay updated with the latest updates regarding the JEE Main 2026 exam and results by regularly following the NTA official website.

JEE Main Exam Session 2 April 7 Shift 2 (Shift Timing & Structure)

Earlier, NTA had scheduled the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 April 7 exam of 2A & 2B on 9th April. It has now been rescheduled to 7th April, 2026, for the afternoon shift. The exam timings were 12 PM to 6 PM for students who will be giving either Paper 2A (B. Arch.) or Paper 2B (B. Planning). The exam timings were 12 PM to 6:30 PM for students who will be giving both Paper 2A (B. Arch.) and Paper 2B (B. Planning). Find all the details regarding the B.Architecture and B.Planning paper, including exam structure, pattern, section, and question types of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 in the table below:

Parameter	Details
Date of Exam	April 7, 2026
Shift	Shift 2 (Afternoon)
Reporting Time	1:00 PM
Last Entry	2.30 PM
Exam Time – B.Arch/B.Plan	12 PM – 6 PM
Duration – B.Arch/B.Plan	3 Hours (180 Minutes)4 hours (240 minutes) – PwD
Exam Time – Paper 2A (B.Arch)/Paper 2B (B.Plan)	12 PM – 6:30 PM
Duration – Paper 2A (B.Arch) & Paper 2B (B.Plan)	3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes)
Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Paper	1. Paper 2A (B. Arch.) 2. Paper 2B (B. Planning)3. Paper 2A (B. Arch.) & 2B (B. Planning)
Sections	Paper 2A (B.Arch.): Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Drawing Test Paper 2B (B. Planning): Mathematics, Aptitude Test, and Planning
Questions to Attempt (Per Subject)	B. Arch: 100 marks 1. Math-25 (20 MCQ + 5 numerical) 2. Aptitude – 50 questions 3. Drawing Test – 2 questions B. Planning: 100 marks 1. Math-25 (20 MCQ + 5 numerical) 2. Aptitude – 50 questions 3. Planning – 25 questions
Total Questions	B. Arch: 77 are to be attempted. B. Planning: 100 to be attempted.
Marking Scheme	B. Arch: Math & Aptitude: +4 for a correct answer, -1 for an incorrect answer, and 0 for an unattempted one. Drawing: 2 questions for a total of 100 marks B. Planning: For each subject, +4 for a correct answer, -1 for an incorrect answer, and 0 for an unattempted answer.
Total Marks	400

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Jan 21, 22, 23, 24, 28: Paper Analysis

Session 1 of the JEE Main Exam 2026 will be conducted between 21 and 29 Jan with a gap on 25,26 and 27 Jan. The overall exam difficulty of Session 1 was moderate to difficult, while mathematics was the most difficult section. The physics section was moderately difficult, while the chemistry section was also moderate but lengthy. A shift-wise analysis of each shift of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is mentioned below for every student.

FAQs

What was the difficulty level of the JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch. (Paper 2A)?

The overall difficulty level of the B.Arch paper is expected to be moderate, with some sections being slightly lengthy. Based on trends, students may find the paper balanced, requiring both conceptual understanding and time management. The average good attempts are likely to be around 45–55 questions.

When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results be declared by NTA?

The results of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 are likely to be released on April 18, 2026. Once the results are out for B.Arch and B.Plan papers, NTA will release the notification on their website, and students can access scorecards, percentiles, and ranks online at jeemain.nta.nic.in using the application number and date of birth.

What was the difficulty level of the mathematics section in JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch (Paper 2A)?

The mathematics section is expected to be moderate to difficult and time-consuming. Questions may be asked from topics such as calculus, algebra, and coordinate geometry, with a mix of straightforward and lengthy problems.

How was the aptitude test section in JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Arch (Paper 2A)?

The aptitude section is expected to be moderate in difficulty. Questions may focus on visual reasoning, 3D perception, and general awareness of architecture-related concepts. Some questions could be tricky but manageable within the allotted time.

What was the difficulty level of the drawing test in JEE Main 2026, April 7, Shift 2 B.Arch (Paper 2A)?

The Drawing section is expected to be moderate and scoreable. Students may be required to attempt 2 questions based on perspective drawing, scene development, or object sketching, which can generally be completed within the given time.

What was the difficulty level of the JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Planning (Paper 2B)?

The overall difficulty level of the B. Planning paper is expected to be moderate. The paper is likely to be balanced, with a mix of conceptual and factual questions. The expected cutoff may range around the 90th percentile, corresponding to approximately 155–165 marks (tentative).

How was the aptitude test section in JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Planning (Paper 2B)?

The Aptitude section is expected to be easy to moderate. Most questions are likely to be straightforward, focusing on logical reasoning, visual skills, and basic awareness, making it a scoring section for many candidates.

What was the difficulty level of the planning section in JEE Main 2026 April 7 Shift 2 B.Planning (Paper 2B)?

The Planning section is expected to be easy to moderate. Questions may be based on urban planning concepts, government schemes, maps, and general awareness related to development and infrastructure, with many students finding it manageable.

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