JEE Main 2018 question papers with solutions play a crucial part in helping candidates prepare effectively for the exam. In addition to referring various IIT JEE study materials like books, video lectures, etc. solving question papers should be the focus of every candidate. The question papers will not only help candidates gain a better knowledge of the paper pattern, types of questions, marks distribution and the difficulty of the questions but they will significantly enable them to analyze their weaknesses and improve them. Ultimately, candidates will be able to perform excellently in the main exam.
| 2018 January Shift 1 Question Papers (Shift 1) |
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| JEE Main 2018 Paper with Solutions Maths Shift 1 -10th January |
| JEE Main 2018 Paper with Solutions Physics Shift 1 -10th January |
| JEE Main 2018 Paper with Solutions Chemistry Shift 1 -10th January |
Therefore, candidates are advised to practice the IIT JEE Main question paper 2018 thoroughly because it is one of the best ways to prepare for such a highly competitive engineering entrance exam. Furthermore, students will also get an idea of the concepts crucial for the exam point of view. They can enhance their speed, accuracy and time management skills which will lead to the smooth completion of the question paper even leaving behind sufficient time for revision and correction. Get an idea of the real exam scenario by downloading the JEE Main 2018 paper below.
JEE Main 2018 Question Paper
The 2018 question paper had a total of 4 sets, namely, Code A, Code B, Code C and Code D (90 questions – 360 Marks). IIT aspirants can download the JEE Main 2018 paper PDFs for both offline and online modes of examination. We have also provided solutions along with answer keys for the question papers.
JEE Main 2018 Answer Keys
After solving question papers, candidates can refer JEE Main 2018 answer keys for evaluating the total correct and incorrect questions answered by them. This will also help them estimate the total marks secured.
| Offline Exam – 8th of April 2018 | |
| JEE Main 2018 Answer Keys Set A | JEE Main 2018 Answer Keys Set B |
| JEE Main 2018 Answer Keys Set C | JEE Main 2018 Answer Keys Set D |
JEE Main 2018 Solutions
The JEE Main 2018 solutions will help candidates to learn the multiple ways of solving questions and it can turn out to be of tremendous help during the examination.
| Offline Exam – 8th of April 2018 | |
| JEE Main 2018 Solutions Set A | JEE Main 2018 Solutions Set B |
| JEE Main 2018 Solutions Set C | JEE Main 2018 Solutions Set D |
JEE Main Question Papers
Aspiring JEE candidates can also download other question papers for JEE Main along with their solutions and answer keys from the links provided below.
- JEE Main 2021 Question Paper
- JEE Main 2020 Question Paper
- JEE Main 2019 Question Paper
- JEE Main 2017 Question Paper
- JEE Main 2016 Question Paper
Solving all these question papers will help students significantly boost their JEE preparation. The JEE Main previous year papers will help them develop increased efficiency in tackling questions as well as better knowledge of the topics.
JEE Main 2018 Question Paper Analysis
CBSE conducted JEE Main 2018 offline exam on 8th of April and the online exam on 15th and 16th of April 2018. Around 1.15 Million JEE aspirants appeared for this exam in the offline (1.05 million students) and online modes (1.22 Lakh students). Soon after the examination, pdfs of JEE Main 2018 papers with solutions and answer keys were made available on our website. Given below is the detailed analysis of JEE Main 2018 question paper.
Students are advised to have a thorough analysis of the paper pattern and the marking scheme before starting their preparations. The pattern of JEE Main 2018 paper was the same as that of the last year. There were thirty objective type single correct option multiple-choice questions from each Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics. For every correct response, 4 marks were awarded and 1 mark was deducted in case of an incorrect response. All the unattempted questions were exempted from any negative marking.
| Difficulty Level | Easy | Moderate | Difficult | |||
| Subjects | Questions | Total Marks | Questions | Total Marks | Questions | Total Marks |
| Maths | 7 | 28 | 13 | 52 | 10 | 40 |
| Physics | 13 | 52 | 14 | 56 | 3 | 12 |
| Chemistry | 13 | 52 | 10 | 40 | 7 | 28 |
| Total | 33 | 132 | 37 | 148 | 20 | 80 |
JEE Main question paper 2018 – As per our experts, the difficulty curve of all the three subjects in the JEE Main 2018 paper was almost similar to each other. However, physics was the toughest in comparison to Maths and Chemistry. Out of 90 questions, around 20 questions were tough, 37 questions were moderate and 33 questions were easy in terms of difficulty.
JEE Main 2018 Question Paper Maths Section
Surprisingly in JEE Main 2018 paper, Mathematics was the easiest in comparison to the other two subjects. Several questions were directly formulae based and calculative. 10 questions were from class 12th syllabus whereas 20 questions were from the class 11th syllabus. Out of a total of 30 questions, there were 13 easy, 14 moderate and 3 tough questions.
JEE Main Question Paper 2018 Chemistry Section
The difficulty curve of JEE Main Paper 2018 Chemistry section was in between moderate and easy. There were both theoretical and formulae based questions. As a result, most of the students answered this section quickly and saved a lot of time for the other two sections. 14 questions asked were asked from class 12th syllabus and 16 questions were from the class 11th syllabus. Also, there were 3 tough, 17 moderate, and 10 easy level questions from this section.
Question Paper of JEE Main 2018 Physics Section
Physics was the toughest section in JEE Main 2018 paper. Most of the questions required a broad knowledge of concepts and their applications. However, the section was moderate in terms of lengthiness. 17 questions were from class 12th syllabus and 13 questions were from the class 11th syllabus. In this section, there were 4 difficult questions, 20 moderate and 6 easy questions.
Distribution of Questions in JEE Main 2018 Question Paper
| Class | Class 11th | Class 12th | ||
| Subjects | Questions | Total Marks | Questions | Total Marks |
| Maths | 16 | 64 | 14 | 56 |
| Physics | 15 | 60 | 15 | 60 |
| Chemistry | 13 | 52 | 17 | 68 |
| Total | 44 | 176 | 46 | 184 |
Overall, the difficulty curve of JEE Main 2018 question paper was in between moderate to tough and the cut off marks is expected to decrease in comparison to the last year.
JEE Main 2018 Important Topics For Maths And Chemistry
Given below is the detailed analysis of all the topics from where the questions were picked in the question paper of JEE Main 2018 Physics section.
| Topics | Marks Weightage | No. of Questions |
| Mechanics | 40 | 10 |
| Thermodynamics | 8 | 2 |
| Optics | 8 | 2 |
| Modern Physics | 24 | 6 |
| Electrodynamics | 36 | 9 |
| SHM & Waves | 4 | 1 |
| Total | 120 | 30 |
All the important topics covered in JEE Main question paper 2018 chemistry section (Organic, inorganic and Physical chemistry) is mentioned below.
JEE Main 2018 Paper Chemistry
| Topics | No. of Questions | Marks Weightage |
| P Block Elements | 8 | 2 |
| Chemical Bonding | 16 | 4 |
| Metallurgy | 4 | 1 |
| Coordination Compounds | 8 | 2 |
| Alcohol, Alkyl Halide, and Ether | 8 | 2 |
| General Organic Chemistry | 8 | 2 |
| Biomolecules | 4 | 1 |
| Aromatic Compounds | 8 | 2 |
| Practical Organic Chemistry | 4 | 1 |
| Oxidation, Reduction, and Hydrolysis | 4 | 1 |
| Chemical Equilibrium | 4 | 1 |
| Environmental Chemistry | 4 | 1 |
| Ionic Equilibrium | 16 | 4 |
| Gaseous State | 4 | 1 |
| Chemical Kinetics | 4 | 1 |
| Solid State | 4 | 1 |
| Electrochemistry | 4 | 1 |
| Thermochemistry and Thermodynamics | 4 | 1 |
| Solution and Colligative Properties | 4 | 1 |
| Total | 120 | 30 |
The complete analysis of all the topics included in the Mathematics syllabus from where the questions were asked in JEE Main paper 2018 paper is discussed below:
JEE Main 2018 Question Paper Mathematics
| Topics | Marks Weightage | No. of Questions |
| Coordinate Geometry | 20 | 5 |
| Complex Numbers | 4 | 1 |
| Mathematics Fundamentals | 4 | 1 |
| Differential Calculus | 20 | 5 |
| Matrix and Determinants | 8 | 2 |
| Integral Calculus | 16 | 4 |
| Probability | 4 | 1 |
| Permutation and Combination | 4 | 1 |
| Trigonometry | 8 | 2 |
| Sequence and Series | 8 | 2 |
| Mathematical Reasoning | 4 | 1 |
| 3D and Vectors | 12 | 3 |
| Statistics | 4 | 1 |
| Binomial Theorem | 4 | 1 |
| Total | 120 Questions | 30 Marks |
Candidates should practice solving the question papers on a regular basis to secure a meritorious position and even crack the examination.
Frequently Asked Questions On JEE Main 2018 Question Paper
What kind of questions are asked in JEE Main paper?
The questions that are asked in JEE Main exam are of objective type or multiple-choice questions. Usually, there are four options provided as answers where candidates have to select the right one. There are about 90 questions in total and each subject will contain 30 questions.
What are the main benefits of solving JEE Main question papers?
Solving JEE Main question papers whether it is previous year questions or sample papers will significantly help candidates to not get a better understanding of the concepts but they will also develop better problem-solving skills. In addition, they will get a good idea of the exam pattern, types of questions, weightage of marks, duration of the exams and more. Candidates can further test their preparation level and analyze their weak areas.
Are previous year questions repeated in JEE Main paper?
Yes and No. Well, the questions are usually not repeated but the concepts are. New questions are framed based on the same concepts. Candidates need to be thorough with the concepts.
Where can I find JEE Main question papers?
Candidates can easily access as well as download JEE Main question papers from the official website of the exam conducting authority which is NTA. Alternatively, several educational websites also offer question papers on their website. The solution of the question papers of JEE Main is also provided by different coaching centres.
Is it possible to change the medium of the question paper in JEE Main?
Yes, candidates can change the medium of the question paper from Hindi to English and vice versa. Candidates belonging to places such as Gujarat, Daman & Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli further have an option to choose Gujarati as well.
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