JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 OUT – Direct Link, Scorecard, Cutoff & Toppers List

JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 has been officially declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on April 20, 2026 on its official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates who appeared for the JEE Main 2026 April session can now check their scorecards, NTA percentile scores, and All India Ranks (AIR) online using the direct result link below. The JEE Main 2026 result is a critical milestone that determines eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026 and admissions to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs across India.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result was declared in February 2026. With the JEE Main Session 2 result 2026 now live, students can compare their best percentile across both sessions. The better of the two NTA percentile scores will be used for the final JEE Main 2026 merit list and JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility.

JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 – Direct Link (OUT NOW)

The JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 direct link is now active on the official NTA website. Candidates can access the JEE Main 2026 scorecard by logging in with their Application Number and Date of Birth or Password. The result link is available at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

The JEE Main 2026 scorecard displays the following information:

• NTA percentile scores (total and subject-wise – Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
• All India Rank (AIR) in JEE Main 2026
• Category rank (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwD)
• State of Eligibility for state quota seats

Candidates must download and print the JEE Main 2026 scorecard immediately. It will be required for JoSAA Counselling 2026, JEE Advanced 2026 registration, and admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs.

Check JEE Main Result 2026 – Direct Link on jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main Result 2026 Overview

Before checking the JEE Main Result 2026, here are the key highlights of the exam and result process for both sessions:

How to Check JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2? – Step-by-Step Guide

Follow the steps below to check your JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 on jeemain.nta.nic.in:

• Visit the official NTA website – jeemain.nta.nic.in
• Click on the link "JEE Main Result 2026 – Session 2" on the homepage
• Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth / Password
• Enter the Security Pin / Captcha as shown on screen
• Click "Submit" to view your JEE Main 2026 scorecard
• Check your NTA percentile score, All India Rank (AIR), and category rank
• Download the JEE Main 2026 scorecard PDF and take a printout for JoSAA counselling

JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 – Check Now on jeemain.nta.nic.in

Information Available in JEE Main 2026 Result – Scorecard Details

The JEE Main Result 2026 scorecard will encompass the following details that candidates need for JoSAA Counselling and JEE Advanced 2026 registration:

1. Candidate's Name
2. Application Number and Roll Number
3. Parents' Details
4. State of Eligibility (for state quota seats)
5. Nationality
6. Category (Reserved or Unreserved – SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)
7. Specification of Persons with Disability (PwD)
8. Total NTA JEE Percentile Score (subject-wise and overall)
9. All India Rank (AIR) in JEE Main 2026
10. Category Rank in JEE Main 2026

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Answer Key – How to Challenge

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 provisional answer key on jeemain.nta.nic.in before declaring the final result. Candidates who found discrepancies could challenge incorrect answers within the stipulated window by paying ₹200 per question. After reviewing all valid objections, NTA published the final JEE Main 2026 answer key, which was used to calculate the official scores and JEE Main 2026 percentile scores.

If you wish to challenge the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key, here's the process:

1. Visit the Official Website
Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in, where the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key was displayed.
2. Log in with Your Credentials
Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin to access your account.
3. Select the Questions to Challenge
Review the provisional answer key and select questions where you believe the answer is incorrect. Provide valid evidence or justification for each challenge.
4. Pay the Processing Fee
A non-refundable fee of ₹200 per question must be paid online to submit the challenge.
5. Submit Your Challenge
After paying the fee, submit your objections. Only online challenges with valid justification are accepted by NTA.

Important Points About JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Challenges:

1. The answer key challenge window was open for 2–3 days after the release of the provisional answer key.
2. Only online challenges with justification are entertained by NTA.
3. Challenges submitted via email, post, or phone are not accepted.
4. The final JEE Main 2026 answer key was used to compute the official result and NTA percentile scores.

NTA reviewed all objections and finalized the answer key. The final answer key determined the candidates' scores used to declare the JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2.

Download JEE Main Provisional Answer Key 2026 [Direct Link]

JEE Main 2026 Result Calculation – Normalization & Percentile Score

Unlike traditional exams where raw marks are directly compared, JEE Main 2026 uses the percentile normalization method to evaluate candidates fairly across multiple shifts. Since different shifts carry questions of varying difficulty, the raw marks alone cannot be compared directly. The NTA percentile score represents how well a candidate performed relative to all other candidates in the same session.

The JEE Main 2026 percentile score is calculated using the following formula:

1. Percentile Score = (Number of candidates with raw score equal to or less than the candidate ÷ Total number of candidates in the session) × 100

The JEE Main 2026 normalization process ensures that students who appeared in tougher shifts are not disadvantaged. Key points about normalization in JEE Main 2026:

• Percentile scores are calculated separately for each session (Session 1 and Session 2)
• The best percentile score across both sessions is considered for the final JEE Main 2026 merit list
• Percentile scores are rounded to 7 decimal places to avoid ties
• Tie-breaking is done using subject-wise percentile (Mathematics → Physics → Chemistry) and then by age (older candidate given priority)

JEE Main 2026 Expected Cutoff – Category-Wise

The JEE Main 2026 cutoff is the minimum NTA percentile required to qualify for JEE Advanced 2026. The top 2,50,000 candidates across all categories qualify. Based on previous year trends, the expected JEE Main 2026 cutoff is:

*Expected cutoffs are based on 2024–25 trends. Official JEE Main 2026 cutoff will be declared with the result on jeemain.nta.nic.in.

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JEE Main 2026 Toppers List – Overall, State-Wise & Gender-Wise

The JEE Main 2026 toppers list for Session 2 has been released along with the result declaration by NTA on April 20, 2026. The official toppers list includes the names of candidates who secured the highest NTA percentile scores in JEE Main 2026. It is available on jeemain.nta.nic.in.

JEE Main 2026 State-Wise Toppers List

In addition to the overall JEE Main 2026 toppers list, NTA has also released the state-wise and zone-wise toppers list for JEE Main 2026. This list is categorized separately for both the January 2026 (Session 1) and April 2026 (Session 2) sessions. Candidates can view the state-wise toppers for each session by selecting the respective links on jeemain.nta.nic.in once they are made available.

JEE Main 2026 Gender-Wise Toppers List

Every year, NTA publishes a gender-wise toppers list for JEE Main. The JEE Main 2026 gender-wise toppers list highlights the highest-ranking male and female candidates in the exam. Candidates can access the gender-wise toppers list for JEE Main 2026 for both sessions on this page once it is released by NTA on jeemain.nta.nic.in.

What Happens After the JEE Main 2026 Result? – Counselling & Next Steps

Once the JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 is declared, candidates have two main pathways based on their scores:

1. JEE Advanced 2026 (For IIT Admissions): Candidates who are among the top 2,50,000 qualifiers in JEE Main 2026 across all categories are eligible to register for JEE Advanced 2026. JEE Advanced is the gateway to the prestigious IITs. Registration for JEE Advanced 2026 will open shortly after the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is declared.

2. JoSAA Counselling 2026 (For NIT, IIIT, CFTI Admissions): All candidates who qualify the JEE Main 2026 cutoff can participate in JoSAA Counselling 2026 for seat allotment in NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. The counselling process involves online registration, choice filling, seat allotment across multiple rounds, and document verification at the allotted institute.

Candidates who qualify JEE Main 2026 with a good percentile may also be eligible for state counselling processes for state-government engineering institutes, which run parallel to JoSAA.

JEE Main 2026 Important Dates – Session 1 & Session 2

JEE Main Result 2026 FAQs

Q1. When is JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 declared?

The JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2 has been declared on April 20, 2026 on the official NTA website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates can log in using their Application Number and Date of Birth to download the scorecard.

Q2. How to check JEE Main Result 2026 online?

Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in → Click "JEE Main Result 2026 Session 2" → Enter Application Number and Date of Birth/Password → Enter Security Pin → Click Submit → Download scorecard PDF. Take a printout for JoSAA counselling.

Q3. What is the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 expected cutoff for General category?

The expected JEE Main 2026 cutoff for General category (for JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility) is approximately 88–93 percentile, based on 2024–25 trends. The official cutoff is declared with the result on jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Q4. What details are shown on the JEE Main 2026 scorecard?

The JEE Main 2026 scorecard displays: Candidate Name, Application Number, Roll Number, NTA Percentile Score (total and subject-wise), All India Rank (AIR), Category Rank (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD), State of Eligibility, and Nationality.

Q5. Can I challenge the JEE Main 2026 result?

No, the JEE Main 2026 result cannot be challenged directly. However, candidates can challenge the provisional answer key within the stipulated 2–3 day window by paying ₹200 per question on jeemain.nta.nic.in. The final answer key determines the result.

Q6. What is the normalization process in JEE Main 2026?

NTA uses the percentile normalization method for JEE Main 2026. The formula is: Percentile Score = (Candidates with equal or lower raw score ÷ Total candidates in session) × 100. This ensures fairness across multiple exam shifts with varying difficulty levels.

Q7. How many students qualify for JEE Advanced 2026 from JEE Main 2026?

The top 2,50,000 candidates across all categories in JEE Main 2026 are eligible for JEE Advanced 2026. This number is distributed across General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD categories as per reservation norms.

Q8. What credentials are required to check JEE Main 2026 result?

To access the JEE Main Result 2026 on jeemain.nta.nic.in, you need: (1) Application Number (from admit card), (2) Date of Birth or Password (set during registration), and (3) Security PIN/Captcha on the login page.

Q9. What happens after JEE Main 2026 Result – counselling process?

After the JEE Main 2026 result: Qualifiers in top 2.5 lakh can register for JEE Advanced 2026. All qualifiers above the cutoff can participate in JoSAA Counselling 2026 for NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. State-level counselling runs separately for state engineering seats.

Q10. How long is the JEE Main 2026 scorecard valid?

The JEE Main 2026 scorecard is valid for the academic year 2026–27. It is required for admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other institutes accepting JEE Main 2026 scores, as well as for JEE Advanced 2026 registration.

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