JEE Mains Exam 2026: Day 3 Analysis Reveals Moderately Tough Difficulty

The JEE Mains Exam 2026 Day 3 Shift 1 has concluded, and the National Testing Agency (NTA) has reported a moderate to tough difficulty level.

The exam took place from 9 AM to 12 noon at various centers nationwide. Dr. Saurabh Kumar, CEO of Shiksha Nation, provided a detailed analysis of the subjects.

Physics

Difficulty Level: Moderate.

Questions primarily assessed fundamental concepts, which were manageable for well-prepared candidates.

Key Topics Included:

• De Broglie wavelength, electrostatics, magnetic effects of current
• Wave and ray optics, capacitors, semiconductors

Students found this section more straightforward than Mathematics and Chemistry, but noted it was still time-consuming.

Verdict: A balanced mix of conceptual and application-based questions.

Chemistry

Difficulty Level: Moderate to tough & lengthy.

The questions featured a mix of NCERT fundamentals and required significant problem-solving skills.

While there was balanced coverage, many questions were tricky, demanding careful attention.

Verdict: More complex than typical JEE Main Chemistry, necessitating accuracy.

Mathematics

Difficulty Level: The toughest among the three sections.

Students reported lengthy and calculative problems that required fast computation skills and multi-step solutions.

Student Opinion: This section was perceived as the most challenging and time-intensive.

Verdict: More difficult than both Physics and Chemistry, with effective time management being crucial.