The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result has been officially declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates who appeared for the January session of Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) can now check and download their scorecards from the official website — https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
This result determines eligibility for India’s top engineering institutes, including NITs, IIITs, and qualification for JEE Advanced 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Result Date & Exam Overview
- Exam Session: January 2026 (Session 1)
- Result Release Date: 16 February 2026
- Conducting Authority: NTA
- Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Courses: B.E./B.Tech (Paper 1)
- Candidates Appeared: Over 13 lakh
The Session 1 exam was conducted across multiple shifts between January 21 and January 29, 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Final Answer Key (Session 1)
NTA has published the final answer key, which is the official set of correct answers after reviewing all objections submitted by candidates.
Key Points About the Final Answer Key
- Prepared after evaluating challenges to the provisional key
- Used to calculate final NTA scores
- No further objections are accepted
- Some questions may be dropped or given full marks (if applicable)
- Available in PDF format on the official website
JEE Main 2026 Toppers List (100 Percentile)
According to official information 12 candidates secured a perfect 100 NTA percentile in Session 1 – a remarkable achievement reflecting intense competition.
| Rank Group | Name | State |
| Toppers | Shreyas Mishra | Delhi (NCT) |
| Narendrababu Gari Mahith | Andhra Pradesh | |
| Shubham Kumar | Bihar | |
| Kabeer Chhillar | Rajasthan | |
| Chiranjib Kar | Rajasthan | |
| Bhavesh Patra | Odisha | |
| Anay Jain | Haryana | |
| Arnav Gautam | Rajasthan | |
| Pasala Mohith | Andhra Pradesh | |
| Madhav Viradiya | Maharashtra | |
| Purohit Nirmay | Gujarat | |
| Vivan Sharad Mahiswari | Telangana |
NTA releases the detailed topper list with All India Rank after Session 2 results. Session 1 score cards primarily show percentile scores.
(For the complete official topper names and AIR list, candidates should refer to the official NTA website as rankings are finalized later.)
JEE Main 2026 Cutoff (Expected)
While the official cutoff for JEE Advanced eligibility will be announced after Session 2, experts predict:
| Category | Expected Cutoff Percentile |
| General | 90 – 92 |
| EWS | 75 – 78 |
| OBC-NCL | 72 – 75 |
| SC | 50 – 55 |
| ST | 38 – 45 |
Note: Actual cutoff may vary.
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Result Online
Follow these steps to download your scorecard:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result”
- Enter your Application Number and Password/DOB
- Enter security CAPTCHA
- Click Submit
- Download and print your scorecard
Details mentioned on JEE Main Score card
Your scorecard includes:
- Candidate’s name and roll number
- Application number
- Category & state of eligibility
- Subject-wise percentile scores
- Overall NTA percentile
- Qualification status for JEE Advanced
- Examination details
Can You Improve Your Score?
Yes. JEE Main is conducted twice a year.
Candidates can appear in Session 2 (April 2026) to improve their score.
Final merit is prepared using the best percentile of both sessions.
What After JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result?
Depending on your score:
High Percentile (99+)
- Strong chances for top NITs and IIITs
- Prepare seriously for JEE Advanced
Mid Range (90–98)
- Good NITs, IIITs, GFTIs possible
- Attempt Session 2 for improvement
Below 90
- Focus on Session 2 strategy
- Consider state engineering exams & private universities
Admission Through JoSAA Counselling
Qualified candidates will participate in JoSAA Counselling 2026, which allocates seats in:
- National Institutes of Technology (NITs)
- Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
- Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)
Conclusion
The declaration of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result marks a crucial step toward engineering admissions in India. Whether you achieved your dream percentile or plan to improve in Session 2, this is the time to analyze performance and prepare strategically.
Stay focused — one exam does not define your future, but persistence certainly does.
