The National Testing Agency (NTA) is poised to announce the results for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 2 by April 20, 2026. Conducted over multiple days in April, the exam was held across 567 centres in 306 Indian cities and 14 international locations. With over 11.23 lakh candidates participating, the results will be pivotal in determining eligibility for JEE Advanced and admissions into India's premier engineering institutes.
Key Highlights
- Results expected by April 20, 2026
- Conducted in 567 centres
- Over 11.23 lakh candidates
- Final answer key to be released
- Check results at jeemain.nta.nic.in
Comprehensive Evaluation and Result Preparation
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results are based on a meticulous evaluation process. The provisional answer key was released on April 11, 2026, with candidates allowed to challenge discrepancies until April 13, 2026. A non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question was required for each challenge. Subject experts reviewed all objections, and valid ones were incorporated into the final answer key, which will form the basis for result computation.
The scorecard will provide a detailed performance breakdown, including subject-wise percentiles, overall NTA score, All India Rank, category rank, and eligibility status for JEE Advanced. The final answer key, expected to be released alongside the results, will ensure transparency and fairness in the evaluation process.
Accessing Results and Next Steps
Candidates can access their JEE Main 2026 results by visiting the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. They will need to log in using their application number and password or date of birth. It is crucial to download and preserve the scorecard for future references, such as admissions and counselling.
| Category | Expected Cut-off Percentile |
|---|---|
| General | 93-95 |
| OBC-NCL | 80-82 |
| EWS | 80-82 |
| SC | Lower than 80 |
| ST | Lower than 80 |
Provisional Answer Key Released
Candidates could challenge until April 13
Expected Result Announcement
Results likely to be declared
JEE Advanced Registration Begins
Eligible candidates can register
Frequently Asked Questions
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and log in with your application number and password or date of birth.
You can explore other engineering entrance exams or consider reappearing for JEE Main in the next cycle.
As the results are anticipated, candidates should prepare for the next steps, whether it involves registering for JEE Advanced or participating in JoSAA counselling. It is also advisable to keep all necessary documents ready to ensure a smooth admission process. For those who do not meet the cut-off, exploring alternative pathways in engineering education can be a viable option.