JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Declared — Scorecards Live on NTA Portal
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Key Takeaway
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates can now access their scorecards on jeemain.nta.nic.in by logging in with their application number and password or date of birth. The result displays subject-wise NTA percentile scores, total percentile, and qualifying status for JEE Advanced. This marks the beginning of the counselling season for thousands of aspirants seeking admission to top NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and private engineering colleges across India.
JEE Main 2026 Result Highlights
The JEE Main Session 1 examination for BE/BTech was conducted across multiple shifts in January 2026. After evaluating all sessions and applying normalization procedures, the NTA released the official scorecards on February 16, 2026.
Here’s what you need to know at a glance:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) |
| Result Release Date | February 16, 2026 |
| Official Websites | jeemain.nta.nic.in / ntaresults.nic.in |
| Result Format | Percentile-based |
| Details Mentioned | Name, Application No., Subject-wise Percentiles, Total Percentile, Qualification Status |
| Next Stage | JEE Advanced 2026 & JoSAA/CSAB Counselling |
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Result
Follow these steps to access and download your scorecard:
- Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the link reading “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result / Scorecard for BE/BTech.”
- Enter your Application Number and Password (or Date of Birth).
- Enter the security PIN displayed on the screen.
- Click Submit to view your result.
- Your scorecard will appear — download and save a PDF copy for future reference.
Tip: It’s recommended to keep at least two printouts of your scorecard for upcoming counselling sessions.
Details Mentioned on the JEE Main Scorecard
Once downloaded, your JEE Main 2026 scorecard will contain:
- Candidate’s name and application number
- Roll number and date of birth
- Subject-wise NTA percentile scores (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Total NTA percentile
- Category and gender
- Qualification status for JEE Advanced 2026
- Exam session and shift details
The All India Rank (AIR) will not be displayed yet — it will be published after Session 2 when both sessions are completed and normalized.
Normalization and Percentile System Explained
JEE Main uses a normalization formula to ensure fairness across multiple shifts of varying difficulty.Your percentile score represents the percentage of candidates who scored below you in the same session.
For example, a percentile of 98 means you performed better than 98 % of all candidates in your session.This normalization ensures that results remain comparable across different exam dates.
Top Performers in JEE Main 2026 Session 1
- A total of 12 students have secured a perfect 100 percentile in the BE/BTech paper.
- Several of the top scorers are from Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Delhi, and Telangana.
- The NTA also released the final answer key before announcing results, ensuring transparency in score calculation.
- The cut-off marks for JEE Advanced 2026 will be released later, once the Session 2 exam concludes.
What’s Next After the Result?
1. Check Your Eligibility for JEE Advanced
If you meet the cut-off percentile (based on category), you qualify for JEE Advanced 2026. Start revising core topics and mock tests for IIT admissions.
2. Use OGCollege’s College Predictor
Enter your percentile or rank in the OGCollege College Predictor Tool to discover realistic colleges and branches you can get admission into — including NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
3. Prepare for Counselling
The JoSAA and CSAB counselling process begins after Session 2. Start gathering documents like your 12th marksheet, category certificate, and photo ID.
4. Register for Session 2
If you wish to improve your score, register for the April 2026 attempt. Many students use Session 1 results as benchmarks for improvement.
5. Explore Private College Options
Private universities like VIT, SRM, Amity, and LPU also accept JEE Main scores for admission. Apply early to secure scholarships and early-round seats.
Cut-Off and Rank Updates
The official category-wise cut-offs and All India Ranks will be released after the completion of Session 2 in April 2026.However, based on previous year trends:
| Percentile Range | Expected AIR (Approx.) | Performance Level |
| 99.8 – 100 | Top 2,000 | Exceptional |
| 98 – 99.5 | 10,000 – 25,000 | Excellent |
| 95 – 97 | 50,000 – 1,50,000 | Strong |
| 85 – 90 | 1,50,000 – 3,00,000 | Moderate |
| Below 80 | 3,00,000 + | Needs Improvement |
OGcollege Insight:
Even a 2–3 percentile improvement can change your admission prospects significantly, especially for popular branches like Computer Science and ECE.
Conclusion
The declaration of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result marks a major milestone for lakhs of engineering aspirants. Students can now check their official percentiles and performance summaries on the NTA website. With this result, you can begin shortlisting colleges, checking eligibility for JEE Advanced, and preparing for the next phase of counselling or Session 2 re-attempts.
Whether you’re targeting NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, or top private institutions, OGcollege tools and resources can help you plan your next steps smartly and confidently.
Verified Sources
- NTA — Official JEE Main 2026 Result Portal (jeemain.nta.nic.in)
- Hindustan Times — JEE Main 2026 Result Announcement & Updates
- Careers360 — JEE Main 2026 Result Guide
- JoSAA — Counselling Process 2026 Overview (josaa.nic.in)
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