The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is one of the most awaited announcements for engineering aspirants across India. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), this exam determines eligibility for top institutions like NITs, IIITs, and qualification for JEE Advanced.
As per the latest official updates, the final answer key has already been released, and the result is expected to be announced shortly on the official website.
JEE Main 2026 Result Date & Time
The NTA is expected to release the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result on April 20, 2026. However, no fixed official time has been confirmed yet.
- Result Status: Not declared yet (at the time of writing)
- Expected Release: Anytime today
- Official Website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official portal regularly for updates.
Final Answer Key Released
The JEE Main 2026 final answer key for Session 2 has been published by NTA.
Key highlights:
- Two questions from Physics were dropped
- Final key prepared after reviewing objections
- No further challenges allowed
This final answer key will be used to calculate the final scores and percentile.
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Result
Follow these simple steps to download your scorecard:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on “JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result”
- Enter your Application Number + Password/Date of Birth
- Click on Submit
- Download and save your scorecard
Candidates can also access results via DigiLocker.
Details Mentioned on Scorecard
Your JEE Main 2026 scorecard will include:
- Candidate name & application number
- Subject-wise scores (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)
- Total NTA score (percentile)
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Qualification status for JEE Advanced
Expected Cutoff Percentile 2026
Based on expert analysis, the expected qualifying cutoff is:
- General: 93.1 – 94.2 percentile
- OBC-NCL: 79 – 80 percentile
- EWS: 80 – 82 percentile
- SC: 60 – 62 percentile
- ST: 47 – 49 percentile
- PwD: ~0.001 – 0.010 percentile
Note: Final cutoff will be released officially with the result.
How Percentile is Calculated
JEE Main does not rank based on raw marks, but on percentile scores.
- Raw score = Marks obtained in exam
- Percentile = Relative performance compared to other candidates
This normalization ensures fairness across different exam shifts.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Overview (Session 2)
- Exam Dates: April 2 to April 8, 2026
- Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Marking Scheme:
- +4 for correct answer
- -1 for wrong answer
Toppers & AIR List
The toppers list and All India Rank (AIR) will be released along with the results.
- Candidates scoring 100 percentile will be ranked at the top
- State-wise and category-wise toppers will also be announced
In Session 1 (2026), 12 students scored 100 percentile, showing intense competition.
What Happens After Result?
After the result declaration:
1. JEE Advanced 2026
- Only top candidates qualify
- Registration starts from April 23, 2026
2. JoSAA Counselling
- For NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
- Based on rank and preference
Important Tips for Students
- Use only official websites (avoid fake links)
- Keep login credentials ready
- Download and print your scorecard
- Check cutoff and eligibility carefully
