JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result: Direct Download Link and Live Updates
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results are expected to be declared today, Monday, February 16, 2026, by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Initially scheduled for February 12, the results were postponed due to reported technical glitches.
While the NTA has not specified a fixed release time, historical trends suggest the result link is often activated in the evening or late-night hours. The final answer key for Session 1 has already been released on the official website, confirming the dropping of 9 questions.
How to Check Your Result
Once the link is live, you can access your scorecard on the official websites:
- jeemain.nta.nic.in
- ntaresults.nic.in
- nta.ac.in
Steps to Download Scorecard:
- Visit the official NTA JEE Main portal.
- Click on the link for “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result” on the homepage.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (or Password).
- Input the security captcha and click Submit.
- View, download, and print your scorecard for future reference.
Key Updates for Session 1
- Final Answer Key: The NTA has already released the final answer key today. A total of 9 questions were dropped (7 in Physics and 2 in Mathematics), and full marks will be awarded to candidates for these questions as per policy.
- Next Steps: The result will determine your eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026; typically, the top 2.5 lakh candidates qualify.
- Session 2 Registration: If you wish to improve your score, registration for Session 2 (April attempt) is currently open at jeemain.nta.nic.in until February 25, 2026.
Expected Category-wise Cut-off (Percentile)
Projections based on initial difficulty analysis:
- General (UR): 93.2 – 95.0
- EWS / OBC-NCL: 79.0 – 82.0
- SC: 60.0 – 62.0
- ST: 47.0 – 49.0