JEE Main Result 2026 LIVE: Session 2 Final Answer key Out, Check Scorecard Link, Cut-off @ jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main Result 2026: The NTA is expected to release the JEE Main 2026 results by April 20 on jeemain.nta.nic.in. Over 11 lakh candidates can download scorecards featuring All India…

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Updated: 21 April, 2026 7:01 am | New Delhi
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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result OUT
JEE Main Session 2 final answer key at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

JEE Main Result 2026 LIVE: The JEE Mains Session 2 Result has been declared. Candidates who have appeared for the exams can visit the official website to check the result and download the scorecard.

To download the marksheets, candidates are required to visit the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in and log in with their application number and password to download the scorecard. The JEE Main 2026 session 2 scorecard is required for further admissions. Details such as candidate name, JEE Main marks scored, RAW score, Percentile, and AIR will be mentioned on the JEE Main session 2 scorecard.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result – Click Here

Over 11.23 lakh candidates who appeared for the April session are now awaiting their scorecards, All India Ranks, and JEE Advanced eligibility status. This live blog will provide you with every update—including the answer key, result links, toppers, and cutoffs—instantly, as soon as any information becomes available. Keep this page open and continue refreshing it for the latest updates.

Along with individual scores, this session’s results will also include the All India Rank (AIR), which will be determined based on your best score from both the January and April sessions. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will also release the category-wise cutoff scores required for JEE Advanced. Only the top 250,000 candidates will be eligible to register for the IIT entrance examination. Therefore, keep your application number and password ready in advance to ensure a hassle-free login experience.

Read Article: JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result: Marks vs Percentile – Score Chart, Rank & Cutoff Analysis

How to Check JEE Main Result 2026: Direct Steps

  1. Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  2. Click on “View Result / Scorecard” link on the homepage.
  3. Enter your Application Number and Password or Date of Birth.
  4. Click Submit your scorecard with percentile, AIR, and JEE Advanced status will appear.
  5. Download the PDF immediately and take a printout.

Read More: JEE Main to IIT Admission: How Does the Full Process Work After Result? Understand Every Step

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6:55 AM IST • 21 Apr 2026
jeemain.nta.nic.in: Login with Application Number and Password
To download the individual scorecards, students are required to visit the official website and login with their credentials. The link to check the result and download the scorecard is available at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
7:50 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
jeemain.nta.nic.in: Cut-off for Total NTA Score of Paper 1 (B.E/B.Tech.)
Common Rank List (CRL) - 93.4123549 GEN-EWS - 82.4164528 Other Backward Class (OBC-NCL) - 80.9232583 Scheduled Caste (SC) - 63.9172792 Scheduled Tribe (ST) - 52.0174712 Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) - 0.0023186
7:48 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result: Toppers List Out
The Results of JEE Main S2 are published. The link for candidates to download the April session scorecard is available on the website. Along with the result students can also check the list of students who have secured top ranks in their JEE Mains 2026 exams.
7:45 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Result Out: Get Direct Link Here
The National Testing Agency has released the JEE Mains 2026 session 2 results. The link to check the scorecard is available on the official website Click on direct link here to check the result JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Scorecard - Click here
7:42 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result OUT
The National Testing Agency has released the JEE Main 2026 session 2 results. The link to download the Session 2 scorecard is available on the official website. Candidiates who have appeared for the exams can login with their application number and password to check the result and download the scorecard.
6:43 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
jeemain.nta.nic.in JEE Mains Result 2026: Registration for JEE Advanced to Open in 72 Hours
The conducting body for JEE Advanced 2026 will activate the registration portal with 72 hours of declaration of result. Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from today’s JEE Main merit list will be eligible to apply.
2:39 PM IST • 20 Apr 2026
Breaking: JEE Main Session 2 Final Answer Key Out
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for Session 2 of the JEE Main 2026 today. The final answer key is prepared based on the challenges raised against the provisional answer key after thorough evaluation by the subject experts. official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
11:27 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Result latest update LIVE: Beware of fake websites
Many websites are floating around the internet to create panic before the results are announced. You can visit the official website for accurate information.
11:05 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026 LIVE UPDATE: No Rechecking Allowed for JEE Main 2026 Final Results
Students waiting for their JEE Main 2026 Session 2 scorecards must note that the National Testing Agency does not entertain any requests for result re-evaluation. The declared scores and percentiles are absolute, final, and cannot be challenged any further.
11:06 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main session 2 Result 2026 LIVE: Secondary Tie-Breaking Rules in JEE Main 2026
In case multiple candidates have identical scores in Mathematics, the NTA uses Physics and then Chemistry scores to break the tie. If the tie still safely persists, the candidate with a lesser proportion of incorrect answers is assigned a higher rank.
9:24 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
Final Answer Key to Precede Result Announcement
Before the Scorcard link is released, the NTA typically uploads the Final Answer Key. This document reflects any corrections made after the challenge period. Your final NTA score is calculated based on this key, so it is a crucial document for students who want to cross-verify their responses one last time.
9:23 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
Official Link Activation Imminent: NTA Portals Under Watch
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to activate the scorecards link shortly. Candidates are advised to keep their browser tabs open on jeemain.nta.nic.in and ntaresults.nic.in. In previous years, the result link often goes live late in the evening or early morning, so stay tuned for the direct "View Scorecard" button.
9:20 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
Expected Cut-offs for JEE Advanced: The Top 2.5 Lakh Threshold
As we await the final scores, the big question is the qualifying cut-off. To be eligible for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates usually need to fall within the top 2,50,000 ranks across all categories. Experts predict a slight increase in the percentile cut-off for the General category this year due to the increased number of unique candidates.
9:18 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026 LIVE: 9 shifts, 675 questions, nearly half challenged
Several discrepancies were observed in the provisional answer key for JEE Main Session 2 this time around. Students challenged the answers to numerous questions featured in the provisional key. The second session of the examination was conducted across nine shifts, with each shift comprising a paper of 75 questions. Consequently, an answer key covering a total of 675 questions was released. Reports suggest that, once again, the answers to approximately half of these questions have been challenged. As a result, the declaration of the results may be slightly delayed.
9:13 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
Beware of fake sites regarding JEE main result 2026
Many fake sites are creating panic regarding the JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026. Be wary of them. Always trust sites with .gov.in and .inc.in links.
9:09 AM IST • 20 Apr 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Date and time
Jee main 2026 session 2 Result is likely to be declared on April 20, although there is no official update yet.
6:21 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Advanced Cutoff 2026 — How Much Percentile Do You Need?
One of the most important things in the JEE Main Result 2026 scorecard is whether you have qualified for JEE Advanced 2026. Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates across all categories are eligible. Here is the expected category-wise cutoff percentile:style="padding:6px;">Category
CategoryExpected Cutoff Percentile
General (Open)93.5 – 95
EWS80 – 82
OBC-NCL80 – 82
SC61 – 64
St47 – 50
PwD0.11 – 5
If your percentile is above these numbers, there is a very good chance you have qualified for JEE Advanced 2026. Your scorecard will confirm this with a clear Yes or No under JEE Advanced eligibility. Official cutoff will be released along with the result — we will update it here the moment it is out.
4:45 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main Result 2026: Beware of fake sites
Many fake sites are creating panic regarding the JEE Main result 2026. Beware of these. Always trust official websites like .org.in or .nic.in.
4:08 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main Result 2026: Unique Candidates Reach Record High
Total unique registrations for 2026 have surpassed 15.5 lakh, making this the most competitive JEE cycle in history. Because ranks are calculated based on the total pool of unique candidates, a high percentile is more important than ever to secure a top rank.
3:38 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main Result 2026: Marks vs Percentile Analysis
Initial shift analysis indicates that for the "Easiest" shifts in April, a score of 130+ was required for the 95th percentile. Conversely, for the "Hardest" shifts, the 95th percentile could be achieved with a raw score closer to 110–115.
2:52 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main Result 2026: Percentile for NITs
For students aiming for top-tier NITs (like Trichy or Surathkal), a percentile of 99.5+ is typically required for Computer Science. However, Core branches in mid-tier NITs remain accessible for candidates scoring in the 97.5 to 98.5 percentile range.
2:00 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
How Final Answer Key Impacts JEE Main Result 2026
The final answer key plays an important role in result preparation. NTA uses this key to calculate the final scores, and no further changes are made once it is released officially.
1:30 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result Live: JEE Main Scorecard Validity for Admissions
JEE Main 2026 scorecard will be eligible for admission. It will be valid for admission to NITs, IIITs and other participating institutes for the academic year 2026-27 through JoSAA counselling.
01:00 PM IST • 18 Apr 2026
Expected NIT Cutoff 2026 — Which NIT Can You Get With Your Score?
While the official cutoff for JEE Main 2026 will only be released with the result, experts have shared expected cutoff ranges based on past trends and this year's paper difficulty. Here is the expected safe percentile range for NIT admissions:
NIT TierSafe Percentile RangeEstimated AIR Range
Top 5 NITs (Trichy, Surathkal, Warangal, etc.)99.5+Under 7,500
Top 10 NITs (Rourkela, Calicut, Jaipur, etc.)98.8 – 99.47,500 – 15,000
Mid-Tier NITs (Durgapur, Jamshedpur, Bhopal, etc.)97.0 – 98.515,000 – 40,000
Lower/Newer NITs (Northeast NITs, Srinagar, etc.)95.0 – 96.540,000 – 80,000
Note: These are estimated figures. Actual cutoffs vary by branch, category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS), and home-state quota. Always cross-check with JoSAA data once results are declared.
11:48 AM IST • 18 Apr 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result: Date nears as Session 2 scores await
The JEE Main result date 2026 is expected around April 20, with candidates eagerly waiting for the JEE Main 2026 session 2 result. The NTA will release scorecards, final answer key, and AIR together. Students can check results using application number and DOB on official portals.
11:12 AM IST • 18 Apr 2026
What Happens After JEE Main Result? Here Is the Full Roadmap
While you wait for the result, it is a good idea to understand what comes next so you are not caught off guard. Here is the complete roadmap after JEE Main Session 2 Result 2026 is declared:
  • JEE Advanced 2026 — The top 2.5 lakh qualifiers (based on the best score across both sessions) will be eligible to register for JEE Advanced 2026 for IIT admissions. Registration will open shortly after the result.
  • JoSAA Counselling — Candidates who qualify for JEE Main but not JEE Advanced can participate in JoSAA counselling for admission to 32 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 40 GFTIs. JoSAA counselling is expected to begin from June 2, 2026.
  • State-Level Counselling — You can also apply to state engineering colleges using your JEE Main score through your state's counselling process.
  • Best Score Policy — NTA will pick your best NTA score between Session 1 and Session 2 for calculating your final All India Rank. So even if Session 1 went better for you, that score will be used.
Download your scorecard the moment it is out — you will need it at every step going forward.

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