JEE Advanced 2026 Question Paper With Solutions PDFs: Get Paper 1 & Paper 2 Solutions
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam was successfully conducted by IIT Roorkee on May 17, 2026. Paper 1 was held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Paper 2 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The exam was conducted in computer-based mode across 221 exam cities nationwide and 2 international cities. IIT Roorkee released the official JEE Advanced 2026 question paper PDFs on the same day at 7:00 PM IST on jeeadv.ac.in, available in both English and Hindi.
Matrix Sikar’s expert faculty have prepared detailed subject-wise solutions for JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 and Paper 2. Students can easily download the solutions PDFs. In this blog, students can find JEE Advanced 2026 question paper PDFs (official), steps to download the PDFs, and the updated marking scheme of both papers.
Download JEE Advanced 2026 Question Paper PDFs (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam successfully concluded on May 17, 2026, at 12 PM (Paper 1) and 5:30 PM (Paper 2). IIT Roorkee has released the official papers on the JEE Advanced website. IIT Roorkee will release the official JEE Advanced 2026 answer key on May 25, 2026. And students can check their results and find out their rank, as the official JEE Advanced 2026 results will be released on June 1, 2026.
JEE Advanced 2026 question papers are available in both Hindi and English. Students can download the official shift-wise question papers from the table below:
| Paper | Shift | Language | |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 | 9 AM – 12 PM | English | Download |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 | 9 AM – 12 PM | Hindi | Download |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 | 2:30 – 5:30 PM | English | Download |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 | 2:30 – 5:30 PM | Hindi | Download |
How to Download the JEE Advanced 2026 Question Paper PDFs?
Students can download the JEE Advanced 2026 question paper PDFs from the official website or you can directly download the PDFs from the links given in the table provided above. To download navigate through the following steps as well:
- Visit the JEE Advanced 2026 website: https://jeeadv.ac.in/ or
- Find the section called “JEE Advanced 2026 question papers” under important announcements.
- The question paper PDFs are in English and Hindi. Students can choose the PDF they want and click on the highlighted text.
- Once the PDF opens, students can download the question papers.
Matrix experts advise students to keep the official JEE Advanced 2026 question papers handy and find out their responses on the exam day. Using the JEE Advanced 2026 solutions PDFs, tally your answers to find out your estimated score.
Download JEE Advanced 2026 Question Paper with Solutions PDF (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
Matrix Academy Sikar faculty has prepared detailed subject-wise solutions for JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 and Paper 2. Students can download the subject-wise JEE Advanced solution PDFs from the table below. Students can use the solutions to calculate their estimated marks and get an idea about which IIT seats they can target before the results and prepare accordingly. The official answer keys will be available from May 25, 2026, at jeeadv.ac.in.
| No. | Paper | Subject | Download Link |
| 1 | Paper 1 | Physics | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 Physics Solutions PDF |
| 2 | Paper 1 | Chemistry | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 Chemistry Solutions PDF |
| 3 | Paper 1 | Mathematics | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 Mathematics Solutions PDF |
| 4 | Paper 2 | Physics | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 Physics Solutions PDF |
| 5 | Paper 2 | Chemistry | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 Chemistry Solutions PDF |
| 6 | Paper 2 | Mathematics | Download JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 Mathematics Solutions PDF |
Also Read: JEE Advanced 2026 last 10 days revision strategy with subject-wise tips.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Highlights
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam was conducted in two shifts as usual, and both papers were mandatory to attempt. The total number of questions, combining both papers, is 102. Paper 1 had a total of 48 questions, divided into 16 questions each for the physics, chemistry, and mathematics sections. And Paper 2 had 54 questions divided into 18 questions each for physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Each paper carries 180 marks, making the total 360 marks across both papers.
| Detail | Info |
| Exam date | May 17, 2026 |
| Conducted by | IIT Roorkee |
| Mode | Computer-based (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper 1 + Paper 2 (both compulsory) |
| Total marks | 180 per paper |
| Official site | jeeadv.ac.in |
JEE Advanced 2026 Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme
The IIT JEE Advanced exam pattern and marking scheme are not fixed and change every year. This year, there were slight changes in the paper pattern, the type of questions, and the marking scheme in both papers. In this section, students can find the detailed marking scheme of both papers.
JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 – Marking Scheme & Question Types
In JEE Advanced Paper 1, 0 marks are allotted if the question is left unattempted. The table below has the complete information based on the official question paper 1 released by IIT Roorkee. Check question types, total number of questions, and marking scheme in detail.
| Section | Question Type | Questions per Subject | Total Qs | Marks/Subject | +ve Marks | –ve Marks |
| Sec 1 | Single correct MCQ | 4 | 12 | 12 (max) | +3 | −1 |
| Sec 2 | Multiple correct MCQ (partial marking) | 4 | 12 | 16 (max) | +4 full+3 partial +2 partial+1 partial | −1 wrong combo |
| Sec 3 | Numerical answer type (NAT) | 4 | 12 | 16 (max) | +4 | None |
| Sec 4 | Match the list (MCQ format) | 4 | 12 | 16 (max) | +4 | −1 |
| Total | 16 | 48 | 60 per subject / 180 total |
JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 – Marking Scheme & Question Types
Students will be allotted 0 marks for unattempted questions. The table below has the complete information based on the official question paper 2 JEE Advanced 2026 released by IIT Roorkee. Check question types, total number of questions, and marking scheme in detail.
| Section | Question Type | Qs/Subject | Total Qs | Marks/Subject | +ve Marks | –ve Marks |
| Sec 1 | Single correct MCQ | 4 | 12 | 12 (max) | +3 | −1 |
| Sec 2 | Multiple correct MCQ (partial marking) | 5 | 15 | 20 (max) | +4 full / +3 / +2 / +1 partial | −1 wrong combo |
| Sec 3 | Numerical answer type (NAT) | 5 | 15 | 20 (max) | +4 | None |
| Sec 4 | Paired Numerical Answer Type from a common stem | 4 | 12 | 8 (max) | +2 | None |
| Total | 18 | 54 | 60 per subject / 180 total |
JEE Advanced 2026 Difficulty Level & Paper Analysis
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam was conducted on May 17, 2026, and initial student and expert reactions suggest an overall moderate-to-difficult level across both papers. Mathematics was the toughest section in Paper 1, and Physics was the toughest section in Paper 2. Chemistry was the easiest, and the most-scoring came as a relief with relatively straightforward questions. Mathematics was considered moderate and slightly easier compared to JEE Advanced 2025. Paper 2 followed a similar trend with increased difficulty in Physics and moderate levels in Chemistry and Mathematics.
Check out the detailed JEE Advanced 2026 paper analysis done by Matrix JEE experts, where important topics and subject-wise breakdown analysis is done.
JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 1 Subject-wise Difficulty Analysis
The table below shows the subject-wise difficulty level based on student feedback and Matrix JEE expert JEE Advanced 2026 paper 1 analysis:
| Subject | Overall Difficulty | Tough Topics | Easy Topics | Student Reaction |
| Physics | Tough | Rotational mechanics, Electromagnetism, Optics | Modern Physics | Lengthy, calculation-heavy |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | Organic reaction mechanisms | Mole concept, Ionic equilibrium | Straightforward, factual |
| Mathematics | Moderate | Calculus, Matrices | Coordinate Geometry, Probability | Easier than 2025 |
JEE Advanced 2026 Paper 2 Subject-wise Difficulty Analysis
The JEE Advanced 2026 paper 2 is tougher than Paper 1 based on the questions and student reactions. The table below represents the paper 2 analysis done by Matrix JEE experts:
| Subject | Overall Difficulty | Tough Topics | Easy Topics | Student Reaction |
| Physics | Tough | Electrostatics, Thermodynamics, Waves | Gravitation | Tricky and time-consuming |
| Chemistry | Moderate | Organic Chemistry, Coordination compounds | Electrochemistry | Balanced, doable |
| Mathematics | Moderate | Complex Numbers, Definite Integration | Vectors, 3D Geometry | Manageable with practice |
JEE Advanced 2026 Cutoff (Expected)
Once the JEE Advanced 2026 results are out, there will be complete clarity on the JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff and ranks. And students can fill in the college options accordingly in the JoSAA counselling form. Students will have to clear the subject-wise cutoff for all sections, physics, mathematics and chemistry, as well as the aggregate cutoff or minimum marks needed to be in the rank list. If a student fails to meet any one of the conditions, they will not be considered in the rank list even if their aggregate marks clear the cut-off. The official JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff will be released by IIT Roorkee along with the results on June 1, 2026, at jeeadv.ac.in along with the results.
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam was of an overall moderate to difficult level. Based on past year trends and the difficulty level of the 2026 exam, Matrix JEE experts estimate that the cutoff will approximately start at 74-85 marks out of 360 (aggregate), and the subject-wise cutoff will approximately be 7-10 marks per subject (GEN).
Difference between JEE Advanced Qualifying Cutoff & Admission Cutoff
The qualifying cutoff for JEE Advanced translates to the minimum marks students have to score to be included in the JEE Advanced rank list. And the admission cutoff of the JEE Advanced exam is the opening and closing ranks required to apply in JoSAA counselling for each IIT and respective. The admission cutoff will be higher than the qualifying cutoff. Clearing the qualifying cutoff only means you get a JEE Advanced rank but it does not guarantee an IIT seat. To actually secure an IIT seat, you typically need 90+ marks for newer IITs, 150+ for mid-tier IITs, and 200+ for older, top IITs.
Here is the expected qualifying JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff category-wise:
| Category | Expected Aggregate Marks (out of 360) | Expected % | Min. Marks Per Subject |
| General (CRL) | 74 – 90 | 20.5% – 25% | 7 – 10 marks |
| GEN-EWS | 66 – 81 | 18.5% – 22.5% | 6 – 9 marks |
| OBC-NCL | 66 – 81 | 18.5% – 22.5% | 6 – 9 marks |
| SC | 37 – 46 | 10.3% – 12.8% | 3 – 5 marks |
| ST | 37 – 46 | 10.3% – 12.8% | 3 – 5 marks |
| PwD (all categories) | 37 – 46 | 10.3% – 12.8% | 3 – 5 marks |
Is your expected JEE Advanced rank under 500-1000? In such a case, a student has a high probability of getting an IIT Delhi admission seat. Check the complete process of IIT Delhi Admission 2026 beforehand to be prepared during JoSAA counselling.
JEE Advanced 2026 Marks vs Rank (Expected)
The JEE Advanced 2026 question papers have been released, and the official response sheet along with the answer key will be out soon. Students can check their expected rank after calculating their marks. Matrix JEE experts have made the table below by analysing past year marks vs rank trends. The figures below are estimated mark vs rank comparisons, and official data will be updated once the results are out.
| Marks (Out of 360) | Expected CRL Rank (General) | Expected OBC-NCL Rank | Expected SC Rank | IIT Target Zone |
| 300 – 360 | Top 100 | Top 40 | Top 20 | IIT Bombay / Delhi CSE |
| 270 – 299 | 100 – 500 | 40 – 200 | 20 – 100 | IIT Bombay / Delhi / Madras |
| 240 – 269 | 500 – 1,000 | 200 – 400 | 100 – 200 | IIT Kanpur / Kharagpur / Madras |
| 200 – 239 | 1,000 – 2,500 | 400 – 1,000 | 200 – 500 | Old IITs — non-CS branches |
| 170 – 199 | 2,500 – 5,000 | 1,000 – 2,000 | 500 – 1,000 | IIT Roorkee / Guwahati |
| 150 – 169 | 5,000 – 8,000 | 2,000 – 3,500 | 1,000 – 1,800 | Mid-tier IITs |
| 120 – 149 | 8,000 – 13,000 | 3,500 – 5,500 | 1,800 – 3,000 | Newer IITs |
| 90 – 119 | 13,000 – 25,000 | 5,500 – 10,000 | 3,000 – 5,500 | Newer IITs / Preparatory course |
| 74 – 89 | 25,000 – 54,000 | 10,000 – 18,000 | 5,500 – 9,000 | Rank list — limited seats |
| Below 74 | Not in rank list | — | — | Does not qualify |
JEE Advanced Previous Year Question Papers
Students can also refer to the JEE Advanced previous year questions to check the change in pattern. Matrix JEE Academy has provided subject-wise and paper-wise PYQs with solutions in the table below. The download links are active. In case a student wants to prepare for or give JEE again next year, the PYQs are useful for them as well, as they are the most important element of JEE Advanced preparation. Download subject-wise and paper-wise PDFs for JEE Advanced 2025 and 2024 below.
Based on the question paper and exam structure of past year papers and JEE Advanced 2026 paper, Matrix JEE Academy experts have come up with a research-backed how to attempt JEE Advanced 2026 paper exam strategy for students.
JEE Advanced 2025 Question Papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
| Paper | Physics PDF | Chemistry PDF | Mathematics PDF |
| Paper 1 | Download PDF | Download PDF | Download PDF |
| Paper 2 | Download PDF | Download PDF | Download PDF |
JEE Advanced 2024 Question Papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
| Paper | Physics PDF | Chemistry PDF | Mathematics PDF |
| Paper 1 | Download PDF | Download PDF | Download PDF |
| Paper 2 | Download PDF | Download PDF | Download PDF |
Conclusion
With the JEE Advanced 2026 exam now complete, the next important step students should be aware of is the official answer key, which will be released on May 25, 2026. The final JEE Advanced 2026 result will be released on June 1, 2026. Students are advised to download the official JEE Advanced 2026 question paper and solution PDFs prepared by Matrix JEE Academy, calculate their estimated scores using the marking scheme, and start researching IIT branches and cutoffs based on their expected rank. Use this time to get ahead on JoSAA counselling strategy and college preference lists.
Also Read:
- JEE Advanced 2026 exam day guidelines
- JEE Advanced 2026 syllabus – Complete subject-wise syllabus and topic-wise weightage.
FAQs
IIT Roorkee has released the official JEE Advanced 2026 question paper PDFs on the official website jeeadv.ac.in on May 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM IST. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are available in both languages, Hindi and English, for download. Students can visit the official website and find the links to download the official question papers in the Important Announcements section.
The official JEE Advanced 2026 result date mentioned in the schedule is June 1, 2026. The result will officially be declared by IIT Roorkee on the official website, jeeadv.ac.in. To check the results, candidates will log in using their application number and date of birth as a password. Students will find out subject-wise marks, total aggregate marks out of 360, All India Rank if applicable (AIR), and category rank. The result will also confirm whether a candidate has qualified for any category-specific rank list, such as OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD.
Based on the difficulty level and exam structure of the JEE Advanced 2026 exam, 150-170 marks out of 360 are expected to be a safe score to get an IIT seat. For the general category candidate, a rank within the top 1000-2500 is expected to be considered as a safe rank. A score above 250 marks will give a rank in the top 500, making it possible to get a CSE seat at IIT Bombay or IIT Delhi specifically.
The JEE Advanced 2026 rank will be calculated based on the total marks scored combining both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The total marks are 360 marks and based on the candidate response and marking scheme, the marks will be calculated out of 360. In case of a tie between two or more candidates, the rank is allotted based on the tiebreaker order. The first rule is that a candidate with higher positive marks will be allotted the rank. If the tie persists, then the candidate with higher mathematics marks is given the rank. This order is followed by Physics marks.
IIT Roorkee has released the JEE Advanced timeline officially. As per the schedule, the JEE Advanced 2026 answer key release date is May 25, 2026, on jeeadv.ac.in. On this date, the provisional key will be released, where candidates can also check their response sheet and raise objections against any answer or question. The final answer key will be released on June 1, 2026.
