The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to declare the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result today, February 16; the final answer key has already been released and the result will be available on the official portals jeemain.nta.nic.in and ntaresults.nic.in. This article explains where and how to check the result, the information on the scorecard, the official raw score formula and normalisation process, expected cutoffs based on trends, and the next steps for candidates.
When and where the result will be declared
NTA has not provided a fixed time for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result release to avoid heavy server traffic. Based on previous trends, the result may be released by afternoon or late night on February 16. Candidates should monitor the official result portals for activation of the result link.
The JEE Main Session 1 result link will be activated on the official websites listed below.
How to check the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result
Candidates can download their JEE Main 2026 Session 1 scorecard from the official portals using valid login credentials. Follow the steps below once the result link is active.
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in or ntaresults.nic.in.
- Click on the relevant “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result” link when available.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth/password as required.
- Submit the details and download the scorecard.
- Save a copy of the scorecard for future reference.
Details mentioned on the JEE Main 2026 scorecard
Candidates should verify all entries on the downloaded scorecard. The Session 1 scorecard will include candidate and performance details as listed below.
- Candidate’s Name
- Application Number and Roll Number
- Date of Birth
- Category and State of Eligibility
- Subject-wise NTA Scores (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Total NTA Score (Percentile)
- JEE Mains Answer Key Response Sheet (link to response and challenge information)
Note: The Session 1 scorecard will not mention All India Rank (AIR) or the cutoff for JEE Advanced; official cutoffs and final ranks are finalised after all sessions and processes are complete.
Score calculation and normalisation
NTA has published the official formula for calculating raw marks. Candidates can use this formula to compute raw scores before normalisation.
Raw score = 4 × (Number of Correct Answers) – 1 × (Number of Wrong Answers)
Because the exam is conducted in multiple shifts with varying difficulty levels, NTA applies a normalisation process based on the final answer key to ensure fairness and parity across sessions. The final result is prepared strictly on the basis of the final answer key after considering all valid objections.
Cancellation and disqualified results
NTA enforces a zero-tolerance policy against unfair practices. Results of candidates found to be involved in misconduct will not be declared.
- Examples of actions leading to cancellation include cheating, impersonation, and use of unauthorised electronic devices.
- Candidates whose results are cancelled may be debarred from appearing in NTA examinations for up to three years.
- NTA employs advanced analytics and CCTV surveillance to detect irregularities.
Expected cutoffs and next steps
Based on previous trends, an expected qualifying percentile for General category candidates to be eligible for JEE Advanced is around 93–94 percentile. Official cutoffs will be announced after Session 2 results are processed.
The following table shows the expected category-wise cutoffs cited from trends and prior analyses.
| Category | Expected Cutoff (Percentile) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 93.3045326 |
| Gen-EWS | 81.4387917 |
| OBC-NCL | 80.7456432 |
| SC | 61.3526948 |
| ST | 48.2456783 |
| UR-PwD | 0.0082349 |
After the Session 1 result, candidates may choose to appear for JEE Main Session 2 to improve their scores; the best-of-two session scores will be considered for final ranking. Qualified candidates will be eligible to apply for JEE Advanced as per NTA and conducting authority timelines.
Final advisories for candidates
Candidates are advised to avoid unofficial links, keep their application number and date of birth/password ready for login, and download and save the scorecard once the result link is active on the official portals.
