SRMJEEE 2026 April 24 Exam Live Updates: Shift 1 Concludes; Detailed Analysis and Student Reactions

The SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 1 kicked off with a moderate-difficulty Shift 1, highlighted by an easy Chemistry section and a lengthy Mathematics paper. Results for this phase are expected in early May, with a score of 115+ likely needed for top-tier CSE seats at the main campus.

The SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) has officially commenced the SRMJEEE 2026 Phase 1 entrance exams today, April 24, 2026.

The first shift, held from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, has just concluded. Thousands of B.Tech aspirants took the test via the Remote Proctored Online Mode (RPOM), allowing them to participate from their homes under the strict supervision of AI and live human proctors.

As the first session wraps up, we have gathered detailed feedback from students and education experts to provide a comprehensive breakdown of today’s paper.

SRMJEEE 2026 Shift 1: Comprehensive Exam Analysis

The consensus among test-takers is that the Shift 1 paper was balanced and student-friendly, sticking closely to the NCERT syllabus. While the difficulty was manageable, time management played a key role due to the “no-backtrack” rule in the exam interface.

• Physics (Moderate): This section featured a mix of conceptual and numerical questions. Key weightage was given to Electrostatics, Current Electricity, and Magnetism. Students noted that while formula-based questions were direct, a few problems in Mechanics required deeper calculation.

• Chemistry (Easy): Traditionally the highest-scoring section, today was no different. Most questions were direct pick-ups from NCERT textbooks. Organic Chemistry (specifically Oxygen and Nitrogen compounds) and Chemical Kinetics were heavily featured.

• Mathematics (Moderate to Lengthy): For engineering aspirants, Math was the real test of speed. Topics like Differential Calculus, Probability, and Matrices dominated the section. While not “difficult” in terms of logic, the calculations were reported as time-consuming.

• English & Aptitude (Scoring): These sections provided a quick boost to scores. English focused on basic grammar and comprehension, while Aptitude included simple number systems and logical reasoning.

Technical & Proctoring Updates

Since SRMJEEE 2026 is conducted remotely, the technical setup was a major talking point. Most students reported a seamless experience with the Safe Exam Browser (SEB).

• Proctoring: AI monitoring was active throughout, flagging excessive eye movement or background noise.

• Connectivity: A few students faced minor login delays due to initial traffic, but once inside, the 2.4 Mbps recommended speed kept the interface stable.

• Strict Rules: Candidates were reminded that they could not leave their seats or take bio-breaks during the 150-minute duration.

Expected Cutoffs and “Good Score” Trends

SRMIST uses a normalization process across different shifts and phases, but based on today’s difficulty level, experts have released tentative “safe” scores:

With no negative marking, students are encouraged to attempt all 130 questions, though accuracy in the Math and Physics sections will likely be the tie-breaker for top ranks.

Important Dates for Phase 1 Aspirants

If you appeared today or are scheduled for the coming days, keep these dates on your radar:

• Phase 1 Exam Window: April 24 to April 29, 2026.

• Answer Key (Provisional): Expected within 2-3 days of the final shift.

• Phase 1 Results: Likely to be declared in the first week of May 2026.

• Counselling: Registration and choice filling for Phase 1 are expected to begin in late May.

What if you missed Phase 1? Don’t worry. You can still apply for Phase 2 (June 10–15) or Phase 3 (July 4–5). The best score from any of your attempted phases will be considered for the final merit list.

Written by Simran

Simran is currently working as a Senior Content Writer at Findmycollege , where she creates engaging and research-driven learning resources for students. She has completed her Graduation in Journalism from Delhi University. With 4 years of experience in the EdTech industry, she has previously contributed to leading platforms like Leverage Edu and Aakash. Her expertise lies in simplifying Engineering and Medical entrance exam content to guide aspirants in their preparation journey. Beyond writing, Simran enjoys sketching, watching movies, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.

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