How to Calculate JEE Main 2026 Marks Using Answer Key
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Marks Calculation: National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional answer key for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech) along with the candidate response sheets. Using these two documents, aspirants can calculate their expected or tentative score ahead of the official result announcement. The final score will be prepared only after all objections are reviewed and the final answer key is published.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Final Answer Key (Out)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Final Answer Key on 16th February 2026. The final answer key has been published in PDF format on the official website and is available for direct download without login credentials.
The final key has been prepared after reviewing all objections raised against the provisional answer key during the challenge window. It serves as the basis for the calculation and declaration of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results. Candidates are advised to download the PDF and verify the finalized answers for reference.
What You Need to Calculate Your JEE Main 2026 Score
To calculate your marks accurately, download the following from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in:
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Response Sheet – shows the answers you marked in the exam
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Provisional Answer Key – contains the correct answers released by NTA
- Final Answer Key – contains the correct answers released by NTA
Step-by-Step Guide to Calculate JEE Main 2026 Marks
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Open your response sheet and the Final answer key side by side.
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Match each question’s response with the official answer.
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Count the number of correct, incorrect, and unattempted questions.
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Apply the official marking scheme to arrive at your raw score.
JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme Explained
The same marking scheme applies to MCQs (Section A) and Numerical Value Questions (Section B):
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Correct Answer: +4 marks
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Incorrect Answer: −1 mark
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Unattempted Question: 0 marks
Important: Negative marking is applicable to both sections, including numerical value questions.
JEE Main 2026 Score Calculation Formula
Total Score = (Number of Correct Answers × 4) − (Number of Incorrect Answers × 1)
Make sure to include incorrect attempts from both Section A and Section B to avoid overestimating your score.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Provisional Answer Key Release | February 4, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | February 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
| Final Answer Key Release | February 16, 2026 (Released) |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | February 16, 2026 (Expected) |
How to Challenge JEE Main 2026 Answer Key
The National Testing Agency (NTA) had provided candidates with the opportunity to challenge the provisional answer key if any discrepancies were found.
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Fee: ₹200 per question (non-refundable)
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Mode: Online only
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Proof Required: Valid academic or textbook-based evidence in PDF format
After evaluating all the objections received during the challenge window, NTA has released the final answer key on 16th February 2026. The final key has been used for the preparation and declaration of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results, and no further challenges are now accepted.
