JEE Main Final Answer Key 2026 - Session 1 Out

JEE Main Final Answer Key 2026 has been officially released today, marking a crucial step in the result process. This final answer key will play a decisive role in determining candidates’ percentile scores and All India Rank (AIR). The JEE Main result 2026 will be prepared strictly on the basis of this final answer key after reviewing all objections raised by students.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result will also be released today.

JEE Main Final Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Out

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Final Answer Key, bringing clarity to lakhs of aspirants eagerly waiting for updates.
With the final answer key now available, candidates can review the updated responses after all objections to the provisional key were carefully examined. The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result is expected to follow shortly, giving students a clear picture of their performance.

⬇ Download Final Answer Key Out 

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Provisional has been officially Out

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Provisional has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), allowing candidates to evaluate their performance before the declaration of results. The provisional Jee Main answer key includes the correct responses for all questions asked in the Session 1 examination and is available along with the recorded responses on the official website.

⬇ Download Provisional Answer Key

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 and Solutions by Aakash for 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper Analysis & Discussion by Aakash for 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 Jan (Memory Based)

JEE Main 2026 January 21 Morning & Evening Shifts 

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 – Score Calculator & Rank Predictor

Check the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 to match your responses and estimate your performance. Use the JEE Main Score Calculator to calculate your expected marks and the JEE Main Rank Predictor to get an early idea of your probable rank based on the latest exam trends.

JEE Main Answer Key 2025 Session 2 and Solutions by Aakash for 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8 April (Actual Paper)

JEE Main 2025 Session 2 Paper Analysis & Discussion by Aakash for 2, 3, 4, 7 and 8 April (Memory Based)

JEE Main Answer Key 2025 and Solutions by Aakash for 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29 January

JEE Main 2025 Paper Analysis & Discussion by Aakash for 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29 Jan (Memory Based)

Raise Objections in JEE Main Answer Key 2026

If candidates find any discrepancies in the provisional answer key, they have the option to raise objections online. The deadline to challenge the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key will be a few days after the rlease. After reviewing the objections, NTA will release the final Jee Main answer key 2026, followed by the JEE Main 2026 results.

How to Download JEE Main Answer Key 2026?

Candidates can follow the step-by-step guide provided below to check and download the NTA JEE Main Answer Key 2026:

1. Open the official website of NTA - jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 link available on the homepage of the website.
3. Enter your JEE Main application number, date of birth, and security code, and click on the Submit button to login.
4. Post-login, you will be able to view and download the JEE Mains 2025 Answer Key.
5. Save JEE Mains 2025 Answer Key PDF and also take a printout of the same for further reference.

JEE Main Official Answer Key 2025 by NTA (Session 1)

The official JEE Main 2025 answer key is now available for download. Students can access the answer key PDF and response sheet to thoroughly check their answers and estimate their scores. All important details, including the JEE Main 2025 answer key release date, download link, and response sheet updates, are now available.

Download JEE Main 2025 Answer Key (Official Link)

JEE Main 2024 Answer Key and Solutions by Aakash for Session 1

Direct link to download the JEE Main 2024 Session 2 final Answer Key

JEE Main 2024 Answer Key and Solutions by Aakash for Session 2

JEE Main 2024 Paper Analysis & Discussion by Aakash for Session 2

JEE Main 2024 Paper Analysis & Discussion for 27, 29, 30, 31 Jan and 1 Feb (Memory Based)

JEE Main 2026 Important Date (Expected Schedule)

Note: Ensure to regularly check the official websites (jeemain.nta.nic.in and nta.ac.in) for any updates.

JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Main 2026 Response Sheet along with the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for sessions 1 and 2 exams. The JEE Main 2025 response sheet is the online copy of the student's responses for the JEE Main 2025 exam.

Students can download their JEE Main 2026 response sheet to cross-check their answers with the JEE Main 2026 answer key released by NTA on their official website.

You can predict your JEE Main 2026 rank and JEE Main 2026 scores by cross-checking your JEE Main 2026 response sheet answers with the JEE Main 2026 answer key. Save this page to get all the details regarding JEE Main 2026 response sheet dates.

JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme

Step-wise Guide to Calculate the JEE Main 2026 Expected Score

Follow this step-by-step guide to calculate your expected JEE Main 2026 score using the answer key:

Step 1: Download the Jee Answer Key 2026

• Visit the official NTA website or reliable coaching institute platforms.
• Download the provisional or final answer key for your respective session.

Step 2: Access Your Response Sheet

• Log in to the NTA JEE Main portal using your application number and password/date of birth.
• Download your response sheet, which contains your marked answers.

Step 3: Match Your Answers

• Compare your marked answers with the correct answers in the official answer key.
• Mark questions you answered correctly, incorrectly, or left unanswered.

Step 4: Use the Marking Scheme

• JEE Main follows a specific marking scheme:
  • +4 marks for each correct answer.
  • -1 mark for each incorrect answer in MCQs.
  • 0 marks for unattempted questions or numerical value questions without negative marking.

Step 5: Calculate Your Score

• Apply the formula:
  Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 4) - (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1)

Step 6: Verify Calculations

• Double-check your calculations to ensure accuracy.

Step 7: Analyze Your Performance

• Compare your expected score with the previous year’s cutoffs to predict your qualification chances and rank.

By following these steps, you can confidently estimate your JEE Main score before the official results are released.

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JEE Main Answer Key 2026 FAQs

1. Is the JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key officially released?

Yes, the JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key for Session 1 has been officially released by NTA. It includes all revisions made after reviewing objections raised against the provisional answer key.

2. Can I challenge the JEE Main Final Answer Key?

No. Once the final answer key is published, no further challenges or objections are accepted. Only the provisional answer key can be challenged within the given deadline.

3. How is the JEE Main result connected to the final answer key?

The JEE Main result is prepared strictly based on the final answer key. Your raw marks are calculated using this key, and then percentile scores are determined through normalization.

4. Does the final answer key affect my percentile and rank?

Yes. Your raw score is calculated using the final answer key. This raw score is then normalized to generate your NTA percentile, which ultimately determines your All India Rank (AIR).

5. How can I calculate my score using the final answer key?

Use the official marking scheme:

+4 marks for each correct answer

–1 mark for each incorrect answer

0 marks for unanswered questions

Formula:
Score = (Correct Answers × 4) – (Incorrect Answers × 1)

6. What is the difference between raw score and percentile?

Raw Score: Marks you obtain based on correct and incorrect answers.

Percentile: A normalized score showing the percentage of candidates who scored equal to or below you. Colleges consider percentile and rank, not raw marks.

7. How is the JEE Main percentile calculated?

Percentile is calculated using the formula:

Percentile = (Number of candidates with raw score ≤ your score / Total candidates appeared) × 100

Normalization ensures fairness across different shifts.

8. Will Session 1 result include my All India Rank (AIR)?

No. The All India Rank is generally released after Session 2 results. Session 1 scorecard shows NTA percentile scores.

9. If I appear in both Session 1 and Session 2, which score will be considered?

NTA considers the better of the two percentile scores (Session 1 or Session 2) while preparing the final merit list and rank.

10. How does the final answer key impact JEE Advanced eligibility?

Eligibility for JEE Advanced is based on the cutoff percentile declared by NTA. Your percentile calculated from the final answer key determines whether you qualify.

11. What should I do after checking the final answer key?

Calculate your accurate raw score

Estimate your percentile

Use rank predictor tools

Start researching NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs

Decide strategy for Session 2 (if applicable)

12. Are there passing marks in JEE Main?

There are no fixed passing marks. However, candidates must meet the cutoff percentile to qualify for JEE Advanced.