The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the complete shift-wise distribution, percentile metrics, and candidate categorization data for JEE (Main) 2026 Session-1 and Session-2 (Paper-1, B.E./B.Tech).
This move aims to increase transparency and alleviate common concerns about shift difficulties.
By releasing these highly detailed statistics, NTA confirms that candidates are randomly assigned to shifts to ensure equal distribution of candidates across categories, genders, and difficulty levels.
Many candidates believe that some shifts are significantly harder or have unfair competition. NTA’s data proves that candidate distribution is kept highly uniform to protect raw scoring integrity.
Understanding these distributions can help you analyze where you stand relative to competitive trends.
Important Note: Priority is given to PwD and female candidates to allocate their first-choice examination city, ensuring comfortable logistics for all candidates.
Below are the official distribution statistics for both Session 1 and Session 2. Use these metrics to analyze candidate density across different dates.
Pro-Tip & Common Misconceptions to Avoid: Your percentile score is not your raw percentage of marks. It indicates your relative performance compared to others in your specific shift. Therefore, an easier shift requires a higher raw score to achieve the same percentile as a more difficult shift.
Always verify all details on the official government website before submitting your application.