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JEE Main 2026 — 4 April, Morning Shift
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- Question 1Physics· Units, Dimensions & Error Analysis
In a screw gauge when the circular scale is given five complete rotations it moves linearly by . If the circular scale has 100 divisions, the least count of screw gauge is mm.
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 2Physics· Mechanical Properties of Matter
The increase in the pressure required to decrease the volume () of water is . The percentage decrease in the volume is (Bulk modulus of water = )
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 3Physics· Friction
The time taken by a block of mass m to slide down from the highest point to the lowest point on a rough inclined plane is 50% more compared to the time taken by the same block on identical inclined smooth plane. Both inclined planes are at 45° with the horizontal. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the rough inclined surface and block is
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 4Physics· Nuclear Physics
Two nuclei of mass number 3 combine with another nucleus of mass number 4 to yield a nucleus of mass number 10. If the binding energy per nucleon for mass numbers 3, 4 and 10 are 5.6 MeV, 7.4 MeV and 6.1 MeV respectively, then in the process, ______ MeV.
- Option A:
6.9
- Option B:
7.9
- Option C:
2.2
- Option D:
4.3
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 5Physics· Rotational Dynamics
A solid sphere of mass M and radius R is divided into two unequal parts. The smaller part having mass M/8 is converted into a sphere of radius r and the larger part is converted into a circular disc of thickness t and radius 2R. If I₁ is moment of inertia of the sphere about its centre and I₂ is moment of inertia of the disc about its diameter, the ratio I₂/I₁ is
- Option A:
35
- Option B:
70
- Option C:
140
- Option D:
210
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 6Physics· Motion in Plane
Two projectiles are projected with the same initial velocities at 15° and 30° with respect to the horizontal. The ratio of their ranges is 1 : x. The value of x is
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 7Physics· Atomic Physics
The graph shows variation of stopping potential V₀ with frequency ν for three photosensitive metals X₁, X₂ and X₃. Which metal will give out electrons with greater kinetic energy for the same wavelength of incident radiation?
- Option A:
X₁
- Option B:
X₂
- Option C:
X₃
- Option D:
All metals give same KE
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 8Physics· Mechanical Properties of Matter
A string A of length 0.314 m, Young's modulus 2×10¹⁰ N/m² is connected to another string B of length and Young's modulus both twice of those of A. This series combination is suspended from a rigid support and its free end is fixed to a load of mass 0.8 kg. The net change in length of the combination is ______ mm. (radius of both strings = 0.2 mm, g = 10 m/s², neglect string masses)
- Option A:
3
- Option B:
2
- Option C:
1.9
- Option D:
1
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 9Physics· Kinetic Theory of Gases
One gas of n₁ moles at T₁, V₁, P₁ and another gas of n₂ moles at T₂, V₂, P₂ are mixed resulting in pressure P and volume V of the mixture. The temperature of the mixture is
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 10Physics· Thermodynamics
An ideal gas undergoes a process P = P₀[1 + (V₀/V)²]⁻¹. Two samples A and B (2 moles each) with initial volumes V₀ and 3V₀ undergo the process and attain same pressure. The difference T_B - T_A is
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 11Physics· Current Electricity
A voltmeter with internal resistance x Ω can measure up to 20 V. To increase its range to 30 V, the required modification is
- Option A:
connect in series
- Option B:
connect in parallel
- Option C:
connect in series
- Option D:
connect in parallel
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 12Physics· Semiconductor and Electronic Devices
Two 4‑bit binary numbers A = 1101 and B = 1010 are given as inputs to the logic circuit shown. The output Y is
- Option A:
1101
- Option B:
10
- Option C:
111
- Option D:
1000
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 13Physics· Geometrical Optics
A rod of length 10 cm lies along the principal axis of a concave mirror of focal length 10 cm. The length of the image is ______ cm.
- Option A:
2.5
- Option B:
5
- Option C:
7.5
- Option D:
7
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 14Physics· Capacitors and R-C Circuits
A parallel plate air capacitor is connected to a battery. The plates are pulled apart at uniform speed v. If x is the separation at any instant, the time rate of change of electrostatic energy is proportional to . The value of is
- Option A:
-2
- Option B:
1
- Option C:
-1
- Option D:
2
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 15Physics· Moving Charges and Magnetic Field
An insulated wire is wound to form a flat coil with N = 200 turns. Innermost radius r₁ = 3 cm, outermost r₂ = 6 cm. If current 20 mA flows, the magnetic moment is A·m². The value of is
- Option A:
4.4
- Option B:
2.64
- Option C:
3.25
- Option D:
1.2
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 16Physics· Capacitors and R-C Circuits
Consider a circuit with a capacitor (20 μF), resistor (100 Ω) and two identical diodes. Diode forward resistance = 10 Ω. The time constant of the circuit is s. The value of is
- Option A:
2.2
- Option B:
2
- Option C:
2.1
- Option D:
2.4
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 17Physics· Geometrical Optics
A telescope with objective diameter R is used to observe a distant star emitting light of wavelength 500 nm, at a resolution of 5×10⁻⁷ radian. The value of R is ______ cm.
- Option A:
61
- Option B:
122
- Option C:
244
- Option D:
305
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 18Physics· Wave Optics
An unpolarized light is incident on the plane interface of air‑dielectric medium at Brewster angle. Identify the expression representing the reflected wave.
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- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 19Physics· Work, Power & Energy
A 1 kg block is subjected to two simultaneous forces N and N and is moved a distance of 25 m along direction. The work done in this process is ______ J.
Answer: 35Step-by-step solution → - Question 20Physics· Mechanical Properties of Matter
The surface tension of a soap solution is 3.5×10⁻² N/m. The work required to increase the radius of a soap bubble from 1 cm to 2 cm is J. The value of is ______. ()
Answer: 264Step-by-step solution → - Question 21Physics· Simple Harmonic Motion
The velocity of a particle executing SHM along x‑axis is v² = 50 – x², where x is displacement. If the time period of motion is s, the value of x is ______.
Answer: 44Step-by-step solution → - Question 22Physics· Work, Power & Energy
A body of mass 2 kg begins to move under a time‑dependent force N. The power produced by the force at t=2 s is ______ W.
Answer: 200Step-by-step solution → - Question 23Physics· Alternating Current
An inductor of 10 mH, capacitor 0.1 μF and resistor 100 Ω are connected in series across an AC supply 220 V, 70 Hz. The power factor is 0.5. The difference between inductive reactance and capacitive reactance is Ω. The value of is ______.
Answer: 100Step-by-step solution → - Question 24Mathematics· Functions
Let [·] denote the greatest integer function. If the domain of the function is , then is equal to :
- Option A:
6
- Option B:
8
- Option C:
9
- Option D:
4
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 25Mathematics· Basic Maths
If the set of all solutions of is , then is equal to:
- Option A:
9
- Option B:
18
- Option C:
36
- Option D:
72
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 26Mathematics· Complex Numbers
Let be a complex number such that and . Then is equal to:
- Option A:
9
- Option B:
4
- Option C:
5
- Option D:
1
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 27Mathematics· Functions
The number of functions which are not onto, is :
- Option A:
48
- Option B:
45
- Option C:
51
- Option D:
35
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 28Mathematics· Matrices
Let . Then the number of matrices in S for which the sum of the diagonal elements is equal to 4, is:
- Option A:
20
- Option B:
17
- Option C:
21
- Option D:
19
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 29Mathematics· Matrices
Let . Then the sum of all elements of the matrix is equal to :
- Option A:
3
- Option B:
4
- Option C:
-4
- Option D:
-3
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 30Mathematics· Sequence and Series
The first term of an A.P. of non-negative terms is . If the sum of this A.P. is the cube of its last term, then its common difference is :
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 31Mathematics· Permutations and Combinations
The number of ways, of forming a queue of 4 boys and 3 girls such that all the girls are not together, is :
- Option A:
5040
- Option B:
3050
- Option C:
3410
- Option D:
4320
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 32Mathematics· Binomial Theorem
Let the smallest value of , for which the coefficient of in is for some , be . Then the value of is:
- Option A:
10
- Option B:
11
- Option C:
12
- Option D:
13
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 33Mathematics· Statistics
Suppose that the mean and median of the non-negative numbers are and respectively. If the mean deviation about the median is , then is equal to:
- Option A:
109
- Option B:
117
- Option C:
161
- Option D:
131
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 34Mathematics· Straight lines
Let the line L1 : x + 3 = 0 intersect the lines L2 : x – y = 0 and L3 : 3x + y = 0 at the points A and B, respectively. Let the bisector of the obtuse angle between the lines L2 and L3 intersect the line L1 at the point C. Then BC² : AC² is equal to :
- Option A:
5:1
- Option B:
1:5
- Option C:
2:3
- Option D:
3:2
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 35Mathematics· Straight lines
Let the vertex A of a triangle ABC be (1, 2), and the mid-point of the side AB be (5, –1). If the centroid of this triangle is (3, 4) and its circumcenter is (α, β), then 21(α+β) is equal to :
- Option A:
309
- Option B:
403
- Option C:
497
- Option D:
524
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 36Mathematics· Circles
Suppose the two chords, drawn from the point (1, 2) on the circle are bisected by the y-axis. If the other ends of these chords are R and S, and the mid point of the line segment RS is , then is equal to:
- Option A:
1
- Option B:
3
- Option C:
4
- Option D:
6
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 37Mathematics· 3D Geometry
A line with direction ratios 1, -1, 2 intersects the lines and at the points P and Q, respectively. If the length of the line segment PQ is α, then 225α² is equal to:
- Option A:
1024
- Option B:
1014
- Option C:
1104
- Option D:
1204
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 38Mathematics· 3D Geometry
The square of the distance of the point (-2, -8, 6) from the line along the line is equal to:
- Option A:
3
- Option B:
6
- Option C:
8
- Option D:
12
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 39Mathematics· Inverse Trigonometric Functions
If , then at is equal to :
- Option A:
3
- Option B:
-1
- Option C:
1
- Option D:
2
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 40Mathematics· Functions
Let be a real polynomial of degree n such that for all then is equal to :
- Option A:
42
- Option B:
46
- Option C:
56
- Option D:
66
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 41Mathematics· Area under the Curves
The area of the region is :
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 42Mathematics· Differential Equations
Let y = y(x) be the solution of the differential equation , Then is equal to :
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 43Mathematics· Probability
A coin is tossed 8 times. If the probability that exactly 4 heads appear in the first six tosses and exactly 3 heads appear in the last five tosses is p, then 96p is equal to ______.
Answer: 9Step-by-step solution → - Question 44Mathematics· Ellipse
Consider the parabola and the ellipse . Let the line segment joining the points of intersection of P and E be their latus rectum. Then is equal to ______.
Answer: 3Step-by-step solution → - Question 45Mathematics· Trigonometry Ratios and Identities
If and , then is equal to ____.
Answer: 2Step-by-step solution → - Question 46Mathematics· Vector Algebra
Let and , where , for some Then the value of is ______.
Answer: 3Step-by-step solution → - Question 47Mathematics· Limits, Continuity and Differentiability
The number of points, at which the function , is not differentiable, is ______.
Answer: 3Step-by-step solution → - Question 48Chemistry· Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry (Mole Concept) + Stoichiometry
Number of moles and number of molecules in 1.4187 L of at STP respectively are
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 49Chemistry· Structure of Atom
What is the ratio of wave number of first line (lowest energy line) of Balmer series of H atomic spectrum to first line of its Brackett series?
- Option A:
- Option B:
5:0.81
- Option C:
- Option D:
5:27
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 50Chemistry· Structure of Atom
Which of the following is correct set of 4 quantum number of electron in Chromium (Atomic number ) in accordance with Aufbau principle?
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 51Chemistry· Thermodynamics & Thermochemistry
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: For an ideal gas, heat capacity at constant volume is always greater than the heat capacity at constant pressure.
Statement II : In a constant volume process, no work is produced and all the heat withdrawn goes into the chaotic motion and is reflected by a temperature increase of the ideal gas.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- Option A:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
- Option B:
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
- Option C:
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
- Option D:
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 52Chemistry· Chemical Equilibrium
At , the equilibrium constant of is .
What is the equilibrium constant for at the same temperature?
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 53Chemistry· Redox Reactions
In order to oxidise a mixture of 1 mole each of and in acidic medium, the number of moles of required is :
- Option A:
3
- Option B:
2
- Option C:
5
- Option D:
7
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 54Chemistry· Chemical Kinetics
Consider the first order reaction .
The fraction of molecules decomposed in the given first order reaction can be expressed as
- Option A:
- Option B:
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 55Chemistry· Structure of Atom
A monoatomic anion has 45 neutrons and 36 electrons. Atomic mass, group in the periodic table and physical state at room temperature of the element (A) respectively are :
- Option A:
80,17 , liquid
- Option B:
81,16 , solid
- Option C:
80,16 , gas
- Option D:
81,15 , gas
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 56Chemistry· p-Block Elements (Group 15-18)
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The covalency of oxygen is generally two but it can exceed upto four. The oxidation state of oxygen in is -2 and in it is +2 .
Statement II: The anomalous behaviour of oxygen when compared to the other elements of group 16 is due to its small size and high electronegativity .
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- Option A:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
- Option B:
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
- Option C:
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
- Option D:
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 57Chemistry· d and f Block Elements
The correct statements among the following are,
A. and are less stable than .
B. and are oxidant while and are reductant.
C. Cm and Am have seven unpaired electrons.
D. Actinoid contraction is greater from element to element than lanthanoid contraction.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- Option A:
A and B Only
- Option B:
C and D Only
- Option C:
B and D Only
- Option D:
A and C Only
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 58Chemistry· d and f Block Elements
Correct statements from the following are
A. Potassium dichromate is an oxidising agent and it oxidises to in acidic medium.
B. Sodium dichromate can be used as primary standard in volumetric estimation.
C. and are interconvertible in aqueous solution by varying the pH of the solution.
D. bond angle in is .
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- Option A:
A, B and C only
- Option B:
A, C and D only
- Option C:
A and C only
- Option D:
B and D only
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 59Chemistry· Coordination Compounds
Match the List-I with List-II Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
List-I Complex ion List-II Calculated spin only magnetic moment (BM) A. I. 3.87 B. II. 5.92 C. III. 4.90 D. IV. 1.73 - Option A:
A-I, B-III, C-IV, D-II
- Option B:
A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
- Option C:
A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
- Option D:
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 60Chemistry· General Organic Chemistry
Increasing order of electron withdrawing power of following functional groups is :
a. -CN
b. -COOH
c.
d. -I
- Option A:
c b d a
- Option B:
c a b d
- Option C:
- Option D:
Answer: CStep-by-step solution → - Question 61Chemistry· Hydrocarbons
Match the List-I with List-II
List_I Name of reaction List-II Reagent or catalyst used A. Finkelstein reaction I. B. Swarts reaction II. Na, dry ether C. Sandmeyer's reaction & III. Nal D. Fitting reaction IV. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- Option A:
A-I, B-IV, C-III, D-III
- Option B:
A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
- Option C:
A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
- Option D:
A-I, B-III, C-II D-IV
Answer: BStep-by-step solution → - Question 62Chemistry· Biomolecules
Match the LIST-I with LIST-II :
List-I Name of amino acid List-II One letter symbol/type) A Arginine I. D / Non-essential B Aspartic acid II. R / Essential C Lysine III. E / Non-essential D Glutamic acid IV. K/Essential Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- Option A:
A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
- Option B:
A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
- Option C:
A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
- Option D:
A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
Answer: AStep-by-step solution → - Question 63Chemistry· Practical Organic Chemistry
Identify the colour of compound ' X ' in the sequence of the reaction.
- Option A:
Violet
- Option B:
Green
- Option C:
Red
- Option D:
Colourless
Answer: DStep-by-step solution → - Question 64Chemistry· Carboxylic Acids and Derivatives
Consider the following sequence of reactions to give the major product (X) P g of the major product ( X ) formed is reacted with soluion to liberate a gas which occupied at STP. . g. (Given molar mass in ,
Answer: 78Step-by-step solution → - Question 65Chemistry· Practical Organic Chemistry
2.0 g of a bromo hydrocarbon ( X ) was subjected to Carius analysis, gave 3.36 g of AgBr . The percentage of carbon in the compound ( X ) is . Total number of carbon atoms in the empirical formula for compound ( X ) is . (Given molar mass in , Br : 80, Ag : 108)
Answer: 5Step-by-step solution → - Question 66Chemistry· Ionic Equilibrium
The pH a solution obtained by mixing 5 mL of solution with 250 mL of 0.1 M solution is . (Nearest integer)
Given :
Answer: 756Step-by-step solution → - Question 67Chemistry· Solutions and Colligative Properties
A non-volatile, non-electrolyte solid solute when dissolved in 40 g of a solvent, the vapour pressure of the solvent decreased from 760 mm Hg to 750 mm Hg . If the same solution boils at 320 K , then the number of moles of the solvent present in the solution is . (Nearest integer)[0pt] [Given : boiling point of the pure solvent of the solvent ]
Answer: 5Step-by-step solution →
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