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JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Live Updates: When Will NTA Release the Scorecard at www.jeemain.nta.nic.in ?

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Praful Bhatnagar
College Admin | Updated on Feb 16, 2026

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Live Updates: When Will NTA Release the Scorecard at www.jeemain.nta.nic.in ?: The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result for more than 13 lakh aspirants is expected to be announced shortly. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has already issued the final answer key ahead of the result declaration. As per the official schedule, the JEE Main 2026 result date is February 16; however, no specific time has been confirmed yet. Stay tuned for live updates on the exact result time, steps to download the scorecard, evaluation process, and other important details.

The National Testing Agency is set to release the JEE Main 2026 result at any moment. The final answer key for all 10 shifts conducted during the January session has been uploaded. Once declared, candidates can access their NTA JEE scorecards through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. To check the JEE Main 2026 result, candidates must log in using their application number and password.

The JEE Main 2026 result will be published in the form of a scorecard displaying the candidate’s personal information, NTA scores, and other relevant details. It is important to note that the cutoff marks and All India Rank (AIR) will not be mentioned in the Session 1 result. The result has been compiled based on the final answer key. A total of 9 questions have been dropped across all 10 shifts. In one shift alone, 3 questions were withdrawn. Students will receive +4 marks for each dropped question. The January 22 Shift 2 recorded the highest number of dropped questions.

Status: The JEE Main 2026 result is still awaited and is widely anticipated to be released today. Official confirmation will be updated here as soon as it is announced.

JEE Main 2026 Result Time

NTA has not specified an exact time for releasing the JEE Main 2026 result. This approach is generally adopted to minimize heavy traffic on the server when the result link goes live. If a fixed time is not disclosed, it helps manage server load efficiently and ensures smooth activation of the result link. Based on current expectations, candidates may anticipate the JEE Main 2026 result by 6 PM today.

JEE Main Result 2026 Time: Previous Year Trends

Candidates can review the tentative release timing based on trends from previous years:

Year Team

2026

16 Feb, 6.00 Pm

2025

11 Feb, Late Night, 10.00 Pm

2024

12 Feb, Early Morning, 3.00 Am

 


How to Check JEE Main Result?

Candidates can follow the steps below to download the JEE Main 2026 result:

  • Visit the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in

  • Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result” link

  • Enter application number and date of birth

  • Submit the required details

  • Download and save the scorecard for future reference

Details Mentioned on JEE Main Result

The JEE Main 2026 scorecard will provide detailed performance data. Candidates should carefully verify all information after downloading the result. The scorecard will include:

  • Candidate’s Name

  • Application Number

  • Roll Number

  • Date of Birth

  • Category

  • State of Eligibility

  • Subject-wise NTA Scores (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)

  • Total NTA Score (Percentile)

Expected JEE Main Cutoff 2026

According to past trends, candidates belonging to the general category typically require a 93–94 percentile to qualify for JEE Advanced. The official cutoff for JEE Advanced eligibility will be declared along with the Session 2 results. Cutoff scores will vary category-wise.

JEE Main 2026 Cutoff (Expected)

Category Cutoff – 2026

Unreserved (UR)

93.3045326

Gen – EWS

81.4387917

OBC – NCL

80.7456432

SC

61.3526948

ST

48.2456783

UR - PwD

0.0082349

 


What After NTA JEE Results?

Once the JEE Main Session 1 result is declared, candidates should evaluate their performance and plan their next steps accordingly:

  • If dissatisfied with the Session 1 score, apply for JEE Main Session 2.

  • Candidates scoring above the 95 percentile are likely to clear the cutoff for JEE Advanced and can begin preparation for the Advanced examination.

  • Those achieving 99.99 percentile or higher can prepare for JEE Advanced for IIT admissions or strategize for NIT/IIIT/GFTI admissions based on JEE Main scores.

  • Candidates wishing to appear for the second attempt, scheduled between April 2 and 9, can register at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The Session 2 registration window remains open until February 25.

JEE Main 2026 Result LIVE: Best Options for 90–95 Percentile?

Students securing between the 90 and 95 percentile range also have promising opportunities. They may gain admission into mid-tier NITs such as NIT Durgapur, NIT Jalandhar, or VNIT Nagpur, particularly in core branches like Mechanical or Civil Engineering. Newer IIITs and GFTIs are also strong choices within this percentile bracket. Additionally, several state government colleges accepting JEE Main scores may offer competitive branches to candidates in this range.

JEE Main 2026 Result Time Confirmed?

As per current trends and analysis of previous years, the expected result time is around 6 PM. NTA is likely to provide multiple links to access the JEE Main 2026 result. All official result links will be available at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates are advised to keep checking for the latest updates.

JEE Mains Result: When Will JEE Main 2026 AIR Be Released?

The All India Rank (AIR) for JEE Main 2026 will be announced only after Session 2. The Session 1 result will display only the NTA scores.

JEE Main 2026 Result Latest Update

The most recent update from NTA indicates that the JEE Main 2026 result will be declared by “Feb 16.” However, the precise time of release has not been specified. The result link will be activated on jeemain.nta.nic.in. Over 13 lakh candidates who appeared for JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 will soon be able to check their scores online.

JEE Main 2026 Result LIVE Updates

The JEE Main 2026 result will be accessible through the official website, www.jeemain.nta.nic.in.   Candidates must use their application number and password to download their scorecards once the link becomes active.


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