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The result of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on April 20, 2026. Candidates who appeared in the examination can now access their scorecards through the official website.
This article by Estudykashmir provides complete details including result highlights, cutoff marks, steps to download the scorecard, and the next steps after the result.
JEE Main 2026 Result – Key Highlights
- Exam Name: JEE Main 2026 (Session 2)
- Conducting Authority: NTA
- Result Date: April 20, 2026
- Mode of Result: Online
- Details in Scorecard:
- NTA Percentile Score
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Qualification Status
Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026.
Official Website to Check Result
Candidates can check their results using the official portal:
Check JEE Main 2026 Result
Steps to Download JEE Main 2026 Scorecard
- Visit the official website
- Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result” link
- Enter application number and password
- Click on submit
- View and download your scorecard
- Take a printout for future use
JEE Main 2026 Cutoff (For JEE Advanced Eligibility)
| Category | Cutoff Percentile |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 93.4123549 |
| EWS | 82.4164528 |
| OBC-NCL | 80.9232583 |
| SC | 63.9172792 |
| ST | 52.0174712 |
| PwD | 0.0023186 |
The cutoff for the General category is higher compared to previous years, indicating increased competition.
Important Updates
Final Answer Key
The final answer key has been released by NTA. Two questions from Physics were dropped, and candidates from the affected shifts were awarded bonus marks.
Server Issues
Due to heavy traffic, some candidates may experience difficulty accessing the result. It is advisable to try again after some time.
Understanding Your Score
- 99 Percentile: Strong chances in top NITs such as NIT Trichy, NIT Surathkal, and NIT Warangal
- 95 Percentile: Good chances in NITs and IIITs
- 85 Percentile: Options in government-funded institutes and state colleges
- 70–80 Percentile: Private universities and state-level colleges
What to Do After JEE Main Result
Appear for JEE Advanced
Qualified candidates should register for JEE Advanced 2026 to seek admission in IITs.
Participate in Counselling
Admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs will be conducted through Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA).
Explore State Counselling
Candidates can also apply for engineering admissions through state-level counselling processes using their JEE Main scores.
Details Mentioned on Scorecard
- Candidate’s Name
- Application Number
- Category
- State of Eligibility
- Subject-wise Percentile
- Total NTA Score
- All India Rank
- Qualification Status
Important Instructions
- Download and keep multiple copies of your scorecard
- Ensure your login credentials are secure
- No re-evaluation or rechecking is allowed
- Begin preparation for counselling immediately
Conclusion
The declaration of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is a crucial stage for engineering aspirants across the country. Candidates should carefully analyse their scores and plan their next steps, whether it involves appearing for JEE Advanced or participating in counselling.
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