The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result on February 16, 2026. Candidates can now check and download their scorecard from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in using their login credentials.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Highlights
- Result declared: 16 February 2026
- Official website to check: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Perfect 100 percentile scorers: 12 candidates (Paper 1)
- Session 1 exam dates: 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 January 2026 (Paper 2 on 29 Jan)
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Result (Session 1)
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result/Scorecard link.
- Enter your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth, plus security pin.
- Submit and download your scorecard.
- Save a PDF and take printouts for counselling and admissions.
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What Details Are Mentioned on the Scorecard?
Your JEE Main scorecard typically includes:
- Subject-wise percentile
- Overall NTA score
- All India Rank (final ranks come after Session 2 when best-of-two is applied)
- Category details (as filled in the form)
How JEE Main NTA Score is Calculated (Percentile Method)
NTA score is a normalized percentile score, not the same as percentage marks. It is calculated session-wise to ensure fairness across multiple shifts. The broad idea is:
Percentile score = 100 × (Number of candidates with raw score equal to or less than yours) / (Total candidates in that session)
After both sessions, the final rank is prepared considering the best of the two NTA scores (as per policy).
What Is the 75% Eligibility Criterion?
Many students confuse this with JEE Main eligibility.
The 75% criterion is generally related to admission eligibility in participating institutes (like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs), where candidates typically need:
- 75% marks in Class 12 (or)
- Top 20 percentile in their respective board
(With relaxation for reserved categories as applicable as per institute rules.)
Always check JoSAA and institute-specific eligibility rules during counselling.
Not Happy With Your Score? Session 2 Is Your Chance
If your Session 1 score is not as expected, you can still improve in JEE Main 2026 Session 2.
As per the latest schedule shared on MTG (based on NTA notice/IB):
- Session 2 registration window: 01 Feb to 25 Feb 2026 (up to 9:00 PM)
- Session 2 exam dates: 02 Apr to 09 Apr 2026
- Session 2 result: by 20 April 2026
What To Do Next After JEE Main Result?
1) Prepare for Session 2 (if you are reappearing)
Focus on:
- Error analysis from Session 1
- High-weightage chapters
- Timed mocks + revision
2) Start Serious JEE Advanced Preparation
If you are aiming for IITs, you should now shift to higher-level problem practice and advanced exam temperament.
A very effective approach is:
- Use jee pyq books to master JEE Main pattern and strengthen accuracy
- Then level up with jee advanced pyq books to build depth, multi-concept thinking, and tough problem stamina
If you are selecting resources, PYQs remain one of the most reliable “what-to-study” indicators because they show repeated concepts and question styles over years.
MTG’s JEE Previous Years’ Papers collection includes chapterwise-topicwise PYQs for JEE Main and JEE Advanced, updated with recent papers.
Quick Tip: How To Use PYQs (So They Actually Work)
- Solve chapterwise PYQs right after revising a chapter
- Mark questions you got wrong and redo them after 3 days
- Maintain a small notebook of repeated mistakes
- Mix Main + Advanced PYQs weekly to avoid “comfort zone” preparation
This routine makes JEE PYQ books and JEE Advanced PYQ books much more effective than just solving random sheets.
