The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result has been officially declared by the National Testing Agency on 16 February 2026. Candidates can now download their scorecard, percentile, and final answer key from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in using their application number and password.
With Session 2 registrations currently open, this is a crucial time for aspirants aiming to improve their scores and secure admission into top engineering institutions across India.
🔔 JEE Main 2026 Latest Updates
- ✅ Session 1 Result Released – 16 February 2026
- ✅ Response Sheet Available (Released on 4 February 2026)
- ✅ Final Answer Key Published
- 📝 Session 2 Registration Open: 1 February – 25 February 2026
- 💳 Last Date for Fee Payment: 25 February 2026 (11:50 PM)
- 📅 Session 2 Exam Dates: 2 April – 9 April 2026
- 🎫 City Intimation Slip Released (Session 1)
- 🎟 Admit Card released 4–7 days before exam
👉 Candidates aiming for better performance should complete Session 2 registration before the deadline.
🏆 About JEE Main 2026
JEE Main 2026 is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission into:
- B.E. / B.Tech
- B.Arch
- B.Planning
Scores are accepted by:
- National Institutes of Technology (NITs)
- Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
- Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)
- Top private engineering colleges
Additionally, the top 2.5 lakh candidates qualify for JEE Advanced, which is the gateway to admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
📅 JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule
🗓 Session 1 (Conducted)
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
21, 22, 23, 24 & 28 January 2026
Shift 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Shift 2: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Planning)
29 January 2026
Single Shift: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🗓 Session 2 (Upcoming)
📍 2 April – 9 April 2026
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
📌 JEE Main 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Frequency | Twice a Year (Jan & April) |
| Mode | CBT (Drawing in Pen & Paper for B.Arch) |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Total Marks | 300 (B.Tech) |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
📖 JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying for Session 2, candidates must check eligibility carefully.
✅ Nationality
Indian citizens, NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs are eligible.
✅ Educational Qualification
Students who passed or are appearing in Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or 2026.
✅ Age Limit
No age limit (subject to institute-specific criteria).
✅ Number of Attempts
Candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years.
✅ 75% Marks Rule
- 75% in Class 12 (General Category)
- 65% (SC/ST Category)
Required for admission into NITs, IIITs & GFTIs (not for appearing in exam).
📚 JEE Main 2026 Syllabus (Subject-Wise)
The syllabus is based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT curriculum.
🧮 Mathematics
Sets, Relations & Functions, Complex Numbers, Matrices, Calculus, Trigonometry, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Vector Algebra
⚡ Physics
Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Thermodynamics, Current Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics, Electronic Devices
🧪 Chemistry
Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Equilibrium, Thermodynamics, p-block & d-block, Organic Chemistry, Biomolecules
📝 JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
📘 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Total Questions: 75
- 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical Value (per subject)
- Total Marks: 300
- Marking: +4 (Correct), -1 (Incorrect)
🏛 Paper 2A (B.Arch)
- Mathematics
- General Aptitude
- Drawing Test (Offline)
- Total Questions: 77
- Duration: 3 Hours
🏗 Paper 2B (B.Planning)
- Mathematics
- General Aptitude
- Planning-Based Questions
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 3 Hours
🎯 Why JEE Main 2026 is Important?
- Gateway to IITs through JEE Advanced
- Admission to India’s top government engineering colleges
- Highly competitive with lakhs of aspirants
- Score valid for counselling & seat allocation
🚀 Final Advice for Aspirants
✔ Download your scorecard immediately
✔ Analyse percentile vs expected cutoff
✔ Register for Session 2 before 25 February
✔ Focus on NCERT fundamentals
✔ Practice previous year papers
✔ Keep checking official updates
JEE Main is not just an exam — it is a stepping stone toward India’s most prestigious engineering institutions. With proper strategy, disciplined preparation, and consistent practice, success is achievable.
If you are preparing for JEE Main 2026 Session 2, stay connected with our institute for:
- Daily practice tests
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