JEE Main 2026: Improve Session 2 Using Session 1, but how?

Synopsis: 

From session-1, an aspirant can understand question framing, chapter weightage, difficulty distribution and scoring potential to the fullest, and session-2 should be utilised as a corrective measure to score high in an efficiency-driven manner. The complete blog explains ways to improve aspirants' percentiles in session 2 compared to session 1. 

Strategies for low, medium and high Percentiles Aspirants of Session 1:

1. In national-level examination mode, JEE Main 2026 is conducted twice a year in January & April. Seldom skipped by aspirants, many prefer to take the JEE exam in both sessions. NTA lists the aspirant's percentile based on the higher of the two percentiles from sessions 1 & 2 and declares that percentile. Every aspirant is expected to take advantage of the current situation. 

2. Experts have identified the best strategies based on the rank and percentile distributions in Session 1. An aspirant may have scored low, medium, or high percentile, then for each category, the type of preparation differs completely. In session 2, it is all about the confidence that enables one to score more than in session 1, and it doesn't describe the degree to which the syllabus is completed. 

3. The lines describe the strategies for low, medium, and high-percentile aspirants. and how beneficial it proves to be in achieving high scores in session2. 

Low Percentile Aspirants (Below -70 percentile) 

Aspirants who have scored below 70 percentile in session 1 must make a quick evaluation of the most possible errors and eliminate negative marking questions. Furthermore, such aspirants must utilise their time and preparation to regain confidence. 

Fundamental objective:

Aspirants who have scored low percentiles must strengthen their basics and make every effort to increase their scores on easy questions.   

Physics: 

1. Aspirants must complete the physics NCERT foundation books and aim to attempt at least 12-15 questions correctly. 

2. Units, Dimensions, & Errors, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power, the complete portion of Modern Physics. 

3. A low percentile aspirant must put less emphasis on rotational mechanics, AC circuits, and heavy electromagnetism. 

4. Aspirants must depend on formula-based questions and try to avoid lengthy numericals. The aspirant must practice both solved and unsolved problems. 

Chemistry: 

Since the total score is the sum of all subjects, chemistry must be given careful attention, as it is the primary source of additional points. The aspirant must aim to score 15-18 correct questions. 

Inorganic Chemistry: 

Periodic Table & Trends, Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds (basics).

Physical Chemistry:

In physical chemistry, the aspirant must concentrate on the theoretical aspects of the Mole Concept, the numerical formulas of Thermodynamics, and the direct formula of Electrochemistry. 

Organic Chemistry: 

In organic chemistry, the aspirant must focus on GOC, acid-base reactions, stability, hydrocarbons, and Biomolecules. The aspirant must strictly focus on the NCERT. When an aspirant gets an opportunity to solve questions by elimination techniques, they should never skip it. 

Mathematics:

1. An aspirant must attempt mathematics to survive. The aspirant should aim to answer 6 to 8 questions correctly. 

2. Matrices & Determinants, Mathematical Reasoning, Statistics, & Quadratic Equations.

3. Low percentile aspirants should deliberately skip calculus if possible. In mathematics questions, do not practice guesswork, as it attracts negative marking. 

Low Percentile Mindset: 

Aspirants who have secured a low percentile must have a specific mindset. They should never chase to complete the syllabus. Such aspirants must never attempt unfamiliar questions either. Aspirants who are maintaining a low percentile should be mindful of accuracy rather than attempts. 

MEDIUM PERCENTILE ASPIRANTS (70–90 percentile )

Aspirants who have managed to score between 70 and 90 percentiles in session 1 must reduce the mistakes and improve clarity to secure high scores. These medium-percentage aspirants have a greater scope for improvement in this category.  

Physics:

1. The aspirant must maintain consistency and speed. They should aim to answer 16-18 correct questions. 

2. Aspirants should maintain high focus on Modern Physics, Current Electricity & Capacitors, Kinematics + NLM, Thermodynamics, and Waves.

3. The aspirant must consider questions from various chapters and solve them within a set time. They must reduce the calculation errors and improve the question-reading methods. The aspirant must maintain moderate practice of rotation and practice standard models only. 

Chemistry: 

For medium percentile scorers, chemistry should be considered as the catalyst to score high, and aspirants must plan time in the examination to target 18 to 21 correct questions. 

Inorganic Chemistry:

An aspirant must focus on the complete syllabus of Coordination Compounds, p-Block, & Chemical Bonding.

Physical: 

In physical chemistry, the aspirant must focus on Thermodynamics, Kinetics, Solutions, & Electrochemistry.

Organic:

In organic chemistry, the aspirants must focus on GOC, Carbonyl Compounds, Amines, and Named Reactions.

For organic chemistry, the aspirant must focus on the NCERT facts and numerical accuracy. 

Mathematics:

1. The aspirant must focus and maintain selective aggression. They should aim for at least 10 to 13 correct questions. 

2. The aspirant must perfect the primary chapters, Matrices & Determinants, Vector & 3D, Sequence & Series, Probability, 

3. Straight Lines & Circles. 

Topics of secondary importance:

The aspirants should practice limits and differentiation (basic AOD). The aspirant must not concentrate on any question in mathematics for more than 2 to 3 minutes. 

Medium Percentile Mindset:

The aspirant in the medium percentile should maintain a mindset focused on improving their percentile in session 2. They should put effort into reducing guesswork errors, improving elimination methods, and balancing speed and accuracy when answering questions.  

HIGH PERCENTILE ASPIRANTS: (Above -90 percentile)

An aspirant who scored a high percentile in the JEE Main session 1 exam needs fine-tuned execution, fewer mistakes, and an optimised attempt strategy. The aspirant must improvise the subject to the micro level and should never begin with the new syllabus. 

Physics: 

The aspirant must acquire precise mastery. They should target about 18 to 20 questions, and they must never skip the exam syllabus. The aspirant must cover all high-weight chapters, practice highly selective advanced problems in rotation, electromagnetism, rotation, elctromagnetism, and AC circuits.

Subject Treatment : 

The aspirant must practice error-analysis questions, unit and sign checking discipline, and never overthink easy questions. 

Chemistry

An aspirant must maintain almost perfect accuracy and be accurate in solving questions. The aspirant must set a target to answer at least 22 to 24 correct questions. 

Inorganic

For inorganic, the aspirant must focus on the complete NCERT textbooks, along with exceptions. 

Physical

The aspirant must focus only on high-confidence numericals. 

Organic

The aspirant must focus on reaction mapping and multi-step conversions. Experts say that chemistry is to be attempted coolly and calmly, never to be tried in a hurry-burry. 

Mathematics: 

An aspirant must focus on mathematics problems in controlled risks. The aspirant must aim to answer about 14 to 16 correct questions. In the main exam, the aspirant must attempt Algebra (Matrices, Complex, S&S), and Vector & 3D. When solving math problems, aspirants should also attempt high-risk, high-reward ones. They include topics such as definite Integration, Advanced calculus on already solved problems and models familiar to you. 

High Percentile mindset: 

When answering mathematics questions, never increase attempts; even when working under pressure, never compromise accuracy. While practising the memory-based question paper, the aspirant must focus consistently on all shifts. 

Conclusion: Aspirants must attempt JEE Main session 2 2026 based on the acquired experience and guidance after session 1. They must always remember that session 2 builds on session 1, and it is never about studying harder. More importantly, the time gap between sessions is used to identify and correct errors and to move closer to higher levels of perfection. 

FAQs: JEE Main 2026: Improve Session 2 Using Session 1, but how? 

1. How does JEE Main 2026 Session 1 benefit the Session 2 Aspirants?

1. The question papers from every shift in session 1 serve as a reference for self-evaluation and to assess performance for the session 2 examination. 

2. How should the aspirants view their percentiles in session 1?

1. Aspirants must always think practically. Depending on the percentile scored, the aspirant should plan accordingly to perform better than in the previous session. 

3. Is the mindset of the aspirants the same for every level: for those scoring in the low percentile, medium percentile, or high percentile?

1. Depending on the percentile score, the aspirant must adopt the corresponding mindset, which varies based on the percentiles scored in the first session.