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JEE Main Preparation Tips 2026: Cracking any competitive exam requires proper strategy and planning. So, We are here with the preparation tips and tricks for JEE Mains 2026. Due to the high competition of the JEE Main exam, it is important to plan and strategize properly. We will see exam pattern, important books and a lot of other resources. All of this will help you to start your JEE Main 2026 exam preparation.

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JEE Main Preparation Tips 2026: Check Preparation Strategy, Tricks

JEE Main Preparation 2026

In this article, students will learn about preparation strategies and useful tricks to solve questions. By following a structured study plan and consistent practice, students can improve their speed, accuracy, and confidence. With the right approach, even complex problems can be solved efficiently, helping you maximize your score in the exam.

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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern

Before starting the preparation, it is important to know the exam pattern of JEE Main. Here you can check it:

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Level	National Level
Exam Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Paper	Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Type of Questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Value Type (NVT) Questions
Questions to Attempt	75 (25 per subject), - Section A: MCQs (20 questions) - Section B: NVT (5 questions)
Duration	3 hours (180 minutes)
Total Marks	300 marks
Marking Scheme	MCQs: +4 / −1; Numerical: +4 / 0 (no negative marking)
Number of Sessions	Twice a year (Expected: January & April)
Language of Exam	English, Hindi, and other regional languages (as per NTA guidelines)
Eligibility Criteria	Passed/appearing in Class 12 (with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics)
Official Website	https://jeemain.nta.ac.in

JEE Main 2026 Study Plan

We have provided the study plan to start preparing for the exam. It will help to plan daily study schedule properly. Check it below:

Time	Activity	Purpose
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM	Light revision / formula review	Quick recall of important notes or formulas; start the day fresh
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM	Focused study session 1	Practice problems or concept reinforcement
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM	Break	Relax, breakfast, short walk
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM	Focused study session 2	Solve previous year questions or sectional exercises
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM	Short break	Tea/refresh
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM	Focused study session 3	Practice mock test section or numerical questions
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM	Lunch / Rest	Take a complete break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM	Revision / Notes	Revise formulas, short notes, key mistakes from previous tests
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM	Break	Tea/snack, relax
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM	Mock test / Practice set	Take timed mini-tests or full section of previous papers
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM	Break	Short walk or refresh
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM	Problem-solving / Weak area focus	Work on mistakes or difficult questions
7:00 PM – 7:30 PM	Break	Dinner prep / light activity
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM	Revision / Formula notebook	Recap what was studied today, update error notebook
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM	Light reading / Relax	Optional: motivational reading, mental relaxation
10:00 PM	Sleep	Ensure proper rest for memory consolidation

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Create a timetable, both daily and monthly, to keep your studying on track. Make sure to set specific time aside to dedicate to learning, practice, review, and mock test. According to your structure, studying will allow sufficient time for learning and relieve anxiety that usually increases with time if not prepared properly.

Be Conceptual, Not Just Memorizing

JEE Main 2026: Preparation Tips & Study Plan

Download the JEE Main 2026 Preparation Tips PDF to boost your exam strategy. Get expert insights on managing study material, focusing on key topics and high-weightage chapters.

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Try to build strong understandings of Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. Solve application problems on a regular basis to understand what a formula really means - do not memorize formulas just to apply. It will help to remember them in the future. Conceptual learning improves your understanding of both the questions and application.

Practice the Last 10 Years of JEE Main Papers

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Although, topic-wise questions and numerical problems should be solved on a daily basis, you should not forget to practice the last 10 years JEE Main papers. Being practiced and familiar with JEE Main papers will greatly improve your speed, accuracy, and confidence in the exam.

Take A Mock Test, Use An Error Note Book

Take a full length mock test every week while simulating test conditions as accurately as possible. Give yourself an hour to review errors by taking notes, and later identify the most troubling areas to review immediately following testing. It is necessary to be studying and revisiting these areas at all times to move forward.

Revision and Time Management

Have short notes and the formula handy for quick review prior to taking the test. Make it a practice to review these materials regularly. Particularly at the last weeks of prep, practice solving questions within test allotted time, then practice more questions providing an hour less than the allotted time.

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Best Books for JEE Main 2026

Here, we have provided a list of best books for JEE Main 2026 preparation. You can refer it and start preparing accordingly:

Subject	Books	Purpose / Notes
Physics	Concepts of Physics (Vol. 1 & 2) – H.C. Verma	Build strong fundamentals and problem-solving skills
	Problems in Physics – S.S. Krotov	Practice challenging and analytical problems
Chemistry (Organic)	Organic Chemistry – O.P. Tandon	Clear concepts and essential practice
	Organic Chemistry – Morrison & Boyd	Understand reaction mechanisms and advanced concepts
Chemistry (Physical)	Problems in Physical Chemistry – Narendra Awasthi	Practice numerical and problem-solving skills
	Concepts of Physical Chemistry – P. Bahadur	Comprehensive coverage for all topics
Chemistry (Inorganic)	Concise Inorganic Chemistry – J.D. Lee	Structured content for easy understanding
	NCERT Chemistry Class 11 & 12	Foundation and core concept clarity
Mathematics	Higher Algebra – Hall & Knight	Strong algebra practice and techniques
	IIT Mathematics – M.L. Khanna	Comprehensive problem practice
	Problems in Calculus of One Variable – I.A. Maron	Master calculus concepts and applications
	Trigonometry – S.L. Loney	Deep understanding of trigonometry

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Is income certificate required during registration of jee mains of current year??

Hello,

Generally an income certificate isn't required for the JEE Main registration, but if you want to claim the EWS quota, then you need this. You must provide the certificate, issued by a government authority, as proof of your family's income being below the specified limit for the reservation category you wish to apply under.

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Rahul Mandal

7 Oct'25

I appeared for aur bahut hai jaan last secured 70 percent and I am preparing JEE should I appear for an improvement exam for boards I am from state board

Yes, as JEE does accepts improvement examination scores, so you must go for it but most of the state boards have already conducted or are conducting their 2025 improvement exams. If you have already given your improvement that's fine. If you have not given improvement this year then you can take your improvement next year.

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Amisha Soni

7 Oct'25

if we complete intermedited 2nd year exam we can prepare for jee mains say yes or no

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Yes, you can prepare for and take the JEE Main exam after completing your intermediate (12th year) exams. This is a common path for students who want to dedicate a year to intensive preparation without the pressure of simultaneous board exams.

I hope it will clear your query!!

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Rahul Mandal

6 Oct'25

What is the jee 2026 syllabus of class 12th pcm pls give me

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You can get the JEE 2025 Syllabus from this link : JEE Main Class 12th Syllabus 2026

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Prachi Kumari

4 Oct'25

As i belong to bc category, converted christian from schedule caste under 16 A .but my OG certificate is BC only . so i am giving my jee exam this year I don't know which community to be reserved whether General ews or obc - ncl to take ,diff btw them ,scholarship benefits which withhold my future

You said you belong to the BC category, converted Christian from a Scheduled Caste background under 16A, and your community certificate is BC. You are giving the JEE exam and want to know which category you should choose and what benefits are there.

If you have a BC certificate, it means you are not eligible for the Scheduled Caste category now because after conversion to Christianity, SC reservation does not apply. So, in JEE or any central exam, you cannot use SC.

JEE and other central exams use the Central Government category list, not the state one. The Central categories are General, General-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST.

The BC category used by your state is not always the same as OBC-NCL. You need to check if your BC community name appears in the Central OBC list. If it appears there, you can select OBC-NCL. If it is not in the Central OBC list, you must select either General or General-EWS, depending on your family income.

If your family income is below 8 lakh per year, and you do not belong to any reserved category, you can choose General-EWS. If your income is above that, you must select General.

The difference between OBC-NCL and General-EWS is that OBC-NCL students get 27 percent reservation in IITs, NITs, and IIITs, and they also get government scholarships. General-EWS students get 10 percent reservation and can apply for EWS scholarships. General students do not get reservation or category-based scholarships.

So, the steps are simple. Check if your community is listed in the Central OBC list. If it is there, choose OBC-NCL in your JEE form. If it is not there, see if you are eligible for EWS. Otherwise, choose General.

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