JEE Main January: Over 10 Lakh Candidates Face Math-Heavy Exam
JEE Main January: Over 10 Lakh Candidates Face Math-Heavy Exam
Over 1 million aspirants in JEE Main January 2026; math proves toughest, admit cards out for Jan 28-29, results due Jan 12, merit based on two-session scores.
More than 10 lakh candidates lined up for the JEE Main January 2026 exam across centres in the country, marking a crowded start to the season.
Mathematics has emerged as the toughest section, with students reporting challenging problems and limited time as a common concern.
A total of 3,453 PwD candidates appeared, highlighting inclusive participation in the nationwide test.
Results for Session 1 are expected to be announced by the NTA on January 12, with the merit list based on the best scores from the two sessions, determining eligibility for JEE Advanced.
Admit cards for the January 28 and 29 exams were released by the NTA, allowing students to download them and plan their travel and preparation.
As students move into the next stage, officials emphasize fair evaluation, with cutoff expectations likely to gain attention from coaching centers and aspirants alike.
