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Toughest shift of JEE Mains 2025 Session 1 - The National Testing Agency conducted the JEE Main B.Tech exam in two shifts on January 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29, 2025. Candidates can know the toughest shift of JEE Main 2025 here. Based on the JEE Main exam analysis by experts the Jan 28 shift 1 exam was the toughest one. Subject experts have given a detailed analysis of the JEE Main 2025 exam shift-wise for details on the toughest shift.
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Knowledge of the toughest shift for JEE Mains 2025 will help candidates predict the JEE Main marks vs percentile. Additionally, candidates can use the JEE Main rank predictor tool to predict their ranks in advance. Check this article for a detailed review of the hardest JEE Main 2025 session 1 shift.
Upon comparing the JEE Mains January session exam shift-wise, the toughest paper turned out to be the Jan 28 shift 1 paper. NTA resumed the JEE exam on Jan 28 shift 1 after the exam on January 24. The paper was not only reported to be tougher in comparison with the previous days of the session but also of the previous year’s. Students rated mathematics lengthy, physics conceptually challenging, and chemistry straightforward.
Candidates can check the shift-wise exam analysis for JEE Mains for each exam day below. In comparison with all other exam days and shifts the JEE Mian Jan 28 shift 1 exam was the toughest. Following the toughest shift of JEE Main 2025 session 1, all the others papers were moderate to difficult.
Session Date | Shift | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
January 22, 2025 | Shift 1 | Moderately Easy |
January 22, 2025 | Shift 2 | Moderately Easy |
January 23, 2025 | Shift 1 | Moderate |
January 23, 2025 | Shift 2 | Moderate |
January 24, 2025 | Shift 1 | Moderate |
January 24, 2025 | Shift 2 | Moderate |
January 28, 2025 | Shift 1 | Toughest |
January 28, 2025 | Shift 2 | Moderately Difficult |
January 29, 2025 | Shift 1 | Moderately Difficult |
January 29, 2025 | Shift 2 | Easy to Moderate |
Date | Shift-Wise Analysis |
|---|---|
January 22, 2025 | |
January 23, 2025 | |
January 24, 2025 | |
January 28, 2025 | |
January 29, 2025 | |
January 30, 2025 (Paper 2) |
Session Date | Physics (Out of 5) | Chemistry (Out of 5) | Maths (Out of 5) |
January 22, 2025 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
January 22, 2025 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
January 23, 2025 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
January 23, 2025 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
January 24, 2025 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
January 24, 2025 | 3 | 2 | 4 |
January 28, 2025 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
January 28, 2025 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
January 29, 2025 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
January 29, 2025 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
After the detailed JEE Mains 2025 paper difficulty comparison, candidates can check the subject-wise analysis of JEE Mains 2025 session 1 for all 10 shifts. The JEE Mains session 1 analysis subject-wise provides details on the chapter-wise weightage of topics in the JEE Mains exam.
| Chapters | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Units and Measurements | 5.50% |
| Vector Algebra | 1.17% |
| Motion in a Straight Line | 2.67% |
| Motion in a Plane | 1.33% |
| Circular Motion | 1.83% |
| Laws of Motion | 4% |
| Work, Power and Energy | 3.17% |
| Centre of Mass and Collision | 1.67% |
| Rotational Motion | 3.33% |
| Electrostatics | 5.33% |
| Current Electricity | 8% |
| Capacitor | 2.33% |
| Magnetic Effect of Current | 5.17% |
| Magnetic Properties of Matter | 1% |
| Electromagnetic Induction | 2.83% |
| Alternating Current | 4.33% |
| Electromagnetic Waves | 2.5% |
| Geometrical Optics | 2.5% |
| Properties of Matter | 7% |
| Heat and Thermodynamics | 7.33% |
| Simple Harmonic Motion | 2.5% |
| Waves | 1.5% |
| Gravitation | 4% |
| Atoms and Nuclei | 6.67% |
| Dual Nature of Radiation | 3.83% |
Wave Optics | 3.83% |
| Semiconductor | 3.67% |
| Chapters | |
|---|---|
| Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry | 4.5% |
| Structure of Atom | 3.83% |
| Redox Reactions | 2.5% |
| Chemical Equilibrium | 1.67% |
| Ionic Equilibrium | 1.5% |
| Solutions | 2.5% |
| Thermodynamics | 3.67% |
| Electrochemistry | 5.17% |
| p-Block Elements | 5.67% |
| d and f Elements | 5.83% |
| Coordination Compounds | 8% |
| Salt Analysis | 0.83% |
| Basics of Organic Chemistry | 10.33% |
| Hydrocarbons | 3.33% |
| Haloalkanes and Haloarenes | 4.17% |
| Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers | 3.67% |
| Chemical Kinetics and Nuclear Chemistry | 3.33% |
| Surface Chemistry | 0.33% |
| Periodic Table and Periodicity | 4.33% |
| Chemical Bonding & Molecular Structure | 8.17% |
| s-Block Elements | 0.17% |
| Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids | 5.17% |
| Compounds Containing Nitrogen | 4.67% |
| Biomolecules | 3.67% |
| Practical Organic Chemistry | 2.67% |
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| Chapters | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Sets and Relations | 2.67% |
| Quadratic Equations and Inequalities | 3% |
| Sequences and Series | 6% |
| Binomial Theorem | 3.83% |
| Matrices and Determinants | 6.67% |
| Permutations and Combinations | 3.5% |
| Probability | 4.33% |
| Straight Lines and Pair of Straight Lines | 4% |
| Circle | 3.33% |
| Parabola | 2% |
| Ellipse | 1.33% |
| Hyperbola | 1.83% |
| Functions | 3.67% |
| Limits, Continuity and Differentiability | 4.67% |
| Differentiation | 2.5% |
| Vector Algebra | 5.83% |
| 3D Geometry | 7.17% |
| Complex Numbers | 4% |
| Statistics | 2.5% |
| Trigonometric Ratio and Identities | 1.17% |
| Inverse Trigonometric Functions | 1.33% |
| Application of Derivatives | 4.33% |
| Indefinite Integrals | 1.33% |
| Definite Integrals | 7.17% |
| Area Under the Curves | 3.67% |
| Differential Equations | 6.17% |
On Question asked by student community
Hello aspirant,
If your syllabus is completed with theory , use the next 30 days only for smart revision . Make short notes and revise formulas daily for Physics , Chemistry and Maths . Solve previous year JEE Main questions topic-wise and then full mock tests every 3-4 days. Analyse mistakes properly and revise weak areas again . Avoid new topics and focus on accuracy , speed and confidence building during revision.
FOR REFERENCE : https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-revision-strategy
Hope the details will help you.
THANK YOU
Preparing for the JEE Main in just 30 days is a challenging but achievable task if you follow a highly disciplined and strategic approach. According to the Careers360 30-day study plan , the key is to shift your focus from learning everything to mastering high-weightage topics and practicing rigorously.
During the first 15 days, prioritize topics that frequently appear in the exam.
Physics: Modern Physics, Heat & Thermodynamics, Optics, and Current Electricity.
Chemistry: GOC (General Organic Chemistry), Chemical Bonding, p-Block elements, and Solutions.
Maths: Matrices & Determinants, Sequences & Series, Coordinate Geometry, and Vector & 3D Geometry.
Study Strategy: Use NCERT for Chemistry and simplified notes for Physics/Maths. Spend 3-4 hours on each subject daily.
Short Notes: Go through the short notes you made during the first two weeks.
Flashcards: Use flashcards for inorganic chemistry reactions and physics formulas.
Mock Tests: Start giving one full-length mock test every alternate day. Analyze your mistakes immediately to avoid repeating them.
Previous Year Papers (PYQs): Solve the last 3-5 years of JEE Main papers in the actual exam time slot (9 AM–12 PM or 3 PM–6 PM) to sync your body clock.
No New Topics: Stop picking up new chapters. Focus solely on what you already know to build confidence.
Accuracy over Speed: Focus on getting the questions right rather than attempting all of them, as negative marking can significantly lower your percentile.
You can download the comprehensive day-by-day schedule, which includes specific topics to cover each morning and evening, by visiting the link : https://engineering.careers360.com/download/ebooks/jee-main-study-plan-30-days
Hello
I think your question sounds like this: "Can a candidate who passed Class 12 in 2025 and filled JEE Main Session 1 apply for Session 2 as 'Appearing' in 2026 as a fresh board candidate, and will both sessions have the same details? "
So yes, you can fill the JEE Main Session 2 as "Appearing". The information filled in Session 1 will remain exactly as it was and will not change.
Session 1 and Session 2 are treated as separate applications. There is no issue if the qualifying status is different in both sessions. During counselling, the board marks that meet the 75 rule will be considered.
Hello,
If you filled the JEE Main January form with Class 12 passed in 2025 and are planning to appear again for the Class 12 exam through HOS, there is usually no serious issue. You were eligible to apply since you had already passed Class 12. Reappearing through HOS for improvement or requalification is allowed, provided HOS is a recognized board. During counselling, your latest valid Class 12 result will be considered. Make sure you meet the 75% marks or top 20 percentile requirement where applicable. If a correction window opens, update details if needed.
Hope this has solved your query. Thank You.
Good Evening,
Yes, you are eligible for both JEE Mains and Advanced, as you completed your 12th with physics, chemistry and biology. Moreover, you passed mathematics in 2025, which makes you fit the eligibility criteria of both exams.
Aspirant, I would like to inform you that Careers360 recently launched a free mock test series for JEE students. The last date of registration is 8th January, 2026. Enroll and solve chapter wise question papers and improve you concept and assess your learning. The link to the mock test series is attached herewith. https://learn.careers360.com/test-series-jee-main-free-mock-test/
Best regards.
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