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JEE Main Result Date 2026 (Session 1 Result Out): Check Rank, Cut Off and Download Score Card PDF

The JEE Main 2026 results for Session 1 were published by the NTA on February 16, 2026. The final answer key was also published on the same day, after an intense review of the provisional answer key released on February 4, 2026.

3,04,653 of the 3,55,293 people who registered for the test actually took it. Along with the results, the NTA also released the state-wise, gender-wise, and category-wise toppers’ list for the Session 1 exams.

Candidates who took the exam on January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, and 29 can now download their scorecards and the final answer key on the official website. They were given a period of 2 days from February 4 to 6, 2026, to challenge the provisional answer key.

After all the challenges are resolved, the NTA eliminated a total of 9 questions across all 10 shifts from the final answer key, which provides a bedrock for the preparation of final results. The highest number of questions was eliminated from the January 22 shift.

A total of 12 candidates received a 100 percentile, out of which 5 were from Rajasthan alone. Other states include Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.

However, NTA didn’t release the final results of 68 candidates over suspected unfair means and identity discrepancies.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results will be announced by NTA on the official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in, tentatively on April 20, 2026. Students can access the direct link for the JEE Main 2026 Results PDF on the official website after it is released.

The JEE Main 2026 exams for Session 1 took place on January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 for Paper 1, and 29 for Paper 2, as per the date sheet released on January 8, 2026. Session 2 is set to be conducted from April 2 to 9, 2026.

The City Intimation Slip for Session 1 was released on January 8, 2026, allowing candidates to check their city code, exam centre location, address, contact details, and shift details to plan their travel accordingly. Students can download their city slip and date sheet on the official website.

The admit card for session 1 were released on January 17 and 25, 2026 for different shifts, while the admit cards for session 2 will be released soon on the official website, probably in the last week of March 2026, just 3-4 days before the exam.

To view your results and obtain your JEE Main 2026 scorecard, you will need to visit the website and enter your application number and password. All categories require a higher minimum score in JEE Main 2026 to be eligible for JEE Advanced 2026.

NTA also disclosed the state-by-state and gender-wise JEE Main 2026 topper list, and AIR results, while the cut-off percentile for JEE Advanced 2026 will be released after both the results are announced. JEE Main 2025 cut-off marks for all categories include

The best of the two scores from either the January or April session will be used by NTA to create the final JEE Main 2026 results. Only the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main rank holders will be qualified for JEE Advanced 2026. Others can participate in JoSAA Counselling in the meantime to get admitted to NITs or IIITs.

Latest News and Updates

• The JEE Main 2026 results for Session 1 were released on February 16, 2026, along with the final answer key on the same day.
• NTA also published the state-by-state, gender-wise, AIR rankings, and category-wise toppers’ list.
• The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 will be tentatively released on April 20, 2026.
• The JEE Main 2026 registration began on February 1 and will continue through February 25, 2026.
• The provisional answer key for session 1 was released on February 4, and students who took the exam had until February 6, 2026, to file their challenges.
• NTA removed a total of 9 questions across all 10 shifts from the final answer key for session 1 after an intense review.
• A total of 12 candidates scored a perfect 100 percentile compared to last years’ 14.
• The JEE Main 2026 exams for Session 1 took place on January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 for Paper 1, and 29 for Paper 2, as per the date sheet released on January 8, 2026. Session 2 is set to be conducted from April 2 to 9, 2026.
• The city intimation slip for session 1 was released on January 8, 2026, allowing candidates to check their city code, exam centre location, address, contact details, and shift details to plan their travel accordingly.
• The application process for Session 1 started on October 31, 2025, alongside the release of the official JEE Main 2026 Notification.
• The application process for Session 1 lasted till November 27, 2025, while the application process for Session 2 will run from February 1 to 25, 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
• The correction window for Session 1 was activated from December 1 to 2, 2026, till 11:50 PM.
• Students can apply for both sessions during this initial application process for Session 1.
• JEE Main 2026 Admit Cards will be released just 3 days before the exams for both sessions. The session 1 admit cards were released on January 17 and 25, 2026.
• JEE Main 2026 Cut-Off marks will soon be released by colleges and universities.

JEE Main 2026 Results Dates for Sessions 1 and 2

According to the most recent information, the JEE Main 2026 result date and timing are updated here.

Check Online the JEE Main 2026 Results

Candidates can view their JEE Main 2026 results online by logging in at jeemain.ntaonline.in/jeemain.nta.ac.in. Your application number and password are the login credentials needed to view your JEE Main 2026 results online.

The NTA official website will contains the direct link for checking the NTA JEE Main 2026 results online.

Download the JEE Main 2026 Results

You must check into the official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in, using your application number and birthdate to view your JEE Main Result 2026 online. The section below contains the instructions for checking the JEE Main Result 2026 online:

1. Visit jeemain.nta.ac.in, the official website.
2. Find the scorecard download and result check link at jeemain.ntaonline.ac.in.
3. Enter your application number, password, and other login information.
4. The scorecard or result will appear on the screen in front of you after you click "Submit."

Login Links for JEE Main 2026 Result

Many websites will activate the login links for JEE Main 2026 results for sessions 1 and 2. Candidates can get and view their JEE Main scorecard by using one of the URLs. The section below contains links that students can use to view their JEE Main 2026 results.

• jeemain.nta.ac.in
• jeemain.nta.online.in
• jeemainsession2.ntaonline.in
• ntaresults.nic.in
• nta.ac.in

Results for JEE Main 2026 Papers 1 and 2 will be made available separately via various links. Nevertheless, the login details for downloading the results will remain the same.

Information mentioned on the JEE Main Scorecard 2026

The following information is included in the JEE Main 2026 scorecard:

• Candidate's name
• Application number and roll number
• Father’s name
• State code of eligibility
• Nationality
• Category (including specifications of disability)
• Aggregate NTA JEE scores
• NTA scores in all subjects

Re-evaluating the JEE Main 2026 Results

Requests to re-evaluate JEE scores and percentiles will not be permitted by NTA. No revisions will be accepted after the final answer key PDF is made available, as the JEE Main 2026 results were released along with the final answer key on February 16, 2026. It is important to remember that the AIR, percentage, and NTA score listed in the JEE Main 2026 Results will be final.

However, you can challenge the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key before the results are announced. The final answer key created after resolving all the objections raised by students will be used as the bedrock for releasing the JEE Main 2026 results.

JEE Main 2026 Answer Key

Following the conclusion of each session's exam, NTA will post the final JEE Main 2026 answer key on the official website. Before the announcement of the JEE Main 2026 results, the final answer key for Sessions 1 and 2 will be made available.

The final answer key for session 1 was released on February 16, 2026, along with the results. The provisional answer key and objection period ran from February 4 to 6, 2026.

The objections made by candidates against the provisional answer keys will be analysed by the subject matter experts. After the results are announced, there is no way to contest the final JEE Main 2026 answer key, and no requests will be taken into consideration.

The final answer keys and the raw scores are used to evaluate the multiple-choice questions for the B.E./B. Tech, B. Arch, and B. Planning courses.

JEE Main Result Statistics

JEE Main 2026 Results for the first and second sessions will be accessible online. The JEE Main 2026 results' category-by-category data are available here.

Check the AIR for the 100 Percentile Topper List

NTA has only made public the list of applicants who scored in the top 100 percentile based on the results of the first session. Additionally, the top performers have been made public by state and category.

View the toppers' list below. Please take note that the JEE Mains 2026 All India Ranks with the session 1 results will not be released by NTA.

• Shreyas Mishra - Delhi (NCT)
• Narendrababu Gari Mahith - Andhra Pradesh
• Shubham Kumar - Bihar
• Kabeer Chhillar - Rajasthan
• Chiranjib Kar - Rajasthan
• Bhavesh Patra - Odisha
• Anay Jain - Haryana
• Arnav Gautam - Rajasthan
• Pasala Mohith - Andhra Pradesh
• Madhav Viradiya - Maharashtra
• Purohit Nimay - Gujarat
• Vivan Sharad Mahiswari – Telangana

Gender-Wise and Category-Wise Candidates Appeared for Session 1

State-by-State Toppers’ list for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results

What is the difference between Marks vs. Percentile?

Your scorecard will display your JEE Main scores and percentile; however, it's critical to comprehend the distinction between the two. While the JEE Main percentile shows how you performed compared to other test takers, the JEE Main marks are the actual points a candidate received out of 300.

NTA employs a score normalization method to standardize candidate scores across shifts. Since each shift has a different degree of difficulty, this is done to make sure that no candidate is given preferential treatment.

A candidate's percentile and rank are established using the normalized marks once they have been computed.

Comparison of JEE Main Marks, Percentile, and Rank Analysis

We have examined data from previous years and produced this table to assist you in understanding the expected scores needed to achieve a score in the 90+ percentile for JEE Main 2026. Following the results, the actual JEE Main scores, rank, and percentile will be updated.

JEE Main 2026 Rank List

The final result incorporating sessions 1 and 2 will be used to generate the JEE Main 2026 rank list. The JEE Main final results will be announced following the results of sessions 1 and 2. The following information will be included in the final JEE Main Result 2026:

• Total points earned during the January/April JEE Main attempt
• The best of the two JEE Main scores if the candidate shows up for both sessions
• The Category of Candidates
• JEE Main Cut-off for JEE Advanced 2026
• JEE Main 2026 All India Rank

Candidates are given category-specific ranks in addition to the All India Rank in JEE Main based on the final results.

Below is a quick explanation of the four stages needed to prepare the JEE Main 2026 Rank List:

• Initially, NTA evenly distributes the test-takers between the two sessions.
• Then, using its marking method, it determines the test-takers' raw scores (+4 marks for a correct response and -1 for a wrong response).
• NTA determines the candidates' JEE Main percentile based on their raw results and the normalization procedure.
• The final JEE Main All India Rank list is prepared using these percentile scores.

JEE Main 2026 Cut-Off Expected

Together with the JEE Main 2026 Results, the JEE Main Cut-off will be made public. To take the JEE Advanced 2026 exam, you must meet the minimal requirements for your category.

Tie-breaking Requirements

The NTA employs a tie-breaking procedure to determine the rank (finalized after Session 2) when two or more applicants obtain the same Total NTA Score. It is anticipated that the 2026 priority order will be:

• Higher mathematics NTA score.
• Higher physics NTA score.
• Higher chemistry NTA score.
• The MPC papers had a lower percentage of negative answers.
• Candidates will be given the same rank if there is still a tie after this.

Reservation Criteria for Central Government Institutions

What is after the JEE Main Result 2026?

Qualified applicants can move forward with the NIT, IIT, GFTI, and IIT admissions process following the release of JEE Main 2026 Results. JEE Advanced 2026 will be open to the top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualified applicants who meet the qualifying cut-off. According to their marks, those who fail the JEE Advanced cut-off would be able to enroll in IIITs, NITs, and GFTIs.

JoSAA Counseling 2026 will be used for seat distribution. Counseling for JEE Main 2026 will be handled by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority, or JoSAA. Following each of the six counseling sessions, JoSAA will announce the opening and closing ranks.

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• JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026: Maximum & Minimum Age Limit, Reservation & Other Requirements
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• Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026: Hall Ticket Release Date & Official Link
• JEE Main Preparation Tips 2026: Study Plan, Time Table Schedule and Mock Test for High Scores

FAQs for JEE Main Result Date 2026: Cut Off and Download Score Card PDF

Q1. Where can I view the second session of the JEE Main 2026 Results?

The JEE Main 2026 Results for Session 1 and Session 2 will be made available on NTA's official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in, tentatively on February 12 and April 20, 2026, respectively. In addition, you can view your results on the following websites:

• Jeemain.ntaonline.in
• ntaresults.nic.in

Q2. What are the anticipated minimum scores needed to be eligible for JEE Main 2026?

You can anticipate the following category-by-category JEE Main cut-off marks based on our analysis of prior years' cut-offs:

• General category - 85–90
• OBC and EWS - 65–70
• SC and ST -  45+ and 35

Q3. What does the JEE Main 2026 result look like?

NTA JEE Score is the normalized percentile score for each shift and session. The score normalization approach is used to transform the raw scores into aggregate and subject-wise NTA scores.

Q4. How the JEE Main results are calculated?

The NTA results from all shifts and sessions are combined to create the overall JEE Main merit list. Additionally, it should be mentioned that the lowest percentile will be used as the cut-off for a given category if the percentile results for multi-shift exams are not comparable.