The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the results for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 2 on April 20. A total of 26 candidates achieved a perfect 100 percentile score. The results are available for download on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. This year, 2,50,182 candidates have qualified for the JEE Advanced exam, marking a significant milestone in their engineering entrance journey.
Key Highlights
- 26 candidates scored 100 percentile
- 2,50,182 qualified for JEE Advanced
- Exam held in 566 centres across 304 cities
- Final answer key released
- Results accessible at jeemain.nta.nic.in
Understanding the Normalisation Process
The normalisation process adopted by NTA ensures fairness in the evaluation of scores across multiple shifts. The raw marks obtained by candidates are converted into a percentile score, which reflects their relative performance in the respective shift. This method accounts for any variation in difficulty levels across different shifts, thereby providing an equitable assessment framework.
The formula used for calculating the NTA score involves transforming the raw marks into a scale ranging from 100 to 0. This score is not equivalent to the percentage of marks obtained but rather a representation of a candidate's performance relative to others in the same shift.
Toppers and Their Aspirations
Among the top achievers, Kabeer Chhillar from Gurugram secured the All India Rank 1 with a perfect score of 300 out of 300. He attributes his success to the guidance from his faculty and his strategic approach to self-study. Arnav Gautam, another top scorer, aims to pursue Computer Science Engineering at IIT Bombay. Their achievements underscore the importance of consistent preparation and clear goal-setting.
Aditya Gupta, who scored 100 percentile, plans to study at IIT Delhi. He credits his success to the overlap between the CBSE syllabus and JEE Main, along with his disciplined study routine. These stories of perseverance and ambition serve as an inspiration for future aspirants.
| State | Top Scorers |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 5 |
| Telangana | 5 |
| Rajasthan | 4 |
| Haryana | 2 |
| Delhi | 2 |
| Others | 8 |
Exam Conducted
JEE Main Session 2 held
Provisional Answer Key
Released by NTA
Results Announced
NTA declares results
Final Answer Key
Released alongside results
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and log in with your application number and password.
Consider applying to NITs, IIITs, or other state-level engineering institutions.
Yes, registration through the JoSAA portal is required for seat allocation in IITs and other participating institutions.
Candidates are encouraged to download their scorecards promptly and ensure all details are correct. For those who have qualified, the next step is to prepare for the JEE Advanced 2026. Students should also stay updated with the official JoSAA counselling process to secure admissions in their desired institutions. For further details, visit the official NTA website.