JEE Main 2026 Result: NTA Delays Scorecard to Feb 16; 13 Lakh Await Cut-offs
13,00,368 candidates await the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result. With a record 96.2% attendance, competition for NITs/IIITs is at an all-time high. NTA is expected to release the scorecard link by Feb 16. Check jeemain.nta.nic.in for your AIR and JEE Advanced eligibility.
In a major update for engineering aspirants, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has revised the expected release date for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results. While millions were refreshing the official website—jeemain.nta.nic.in—today, latest reports confirm the scorecard link will now likely be activated by Monday, February 16.
13-Lakh Surge: Why This Year is Different
This year has shattered previous records. A staggering 13,50,969 students registered, and over 13,00,368 candidates actually appeared across 10 grueling shifts. With a near-perfect 96.26% attendance rate, the competition for top NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs has reached an all-time high.
Pro-Tip for Students: With the record-breaking turnout, the Marks vs Percentile ratio is expected to be more sensitive than 2025. A score of 180+ is currently considered "safe" for top-tier branches, but the final NTA percentile will be the ultimate decider.
Key Highlights & Important Links
| Feature | Details |
| New Result Date | February 16, 2026 (Expected) |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in / nta.ac.in |
| Total Appeared | 13,00,368 Candidates |
| Next Step | Eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026 |
How to Check Your JEE Main 2026 Result
Once the link is live, follow these steps to download your NTA Scorecard:
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Visit the official portal: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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Click on the "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Scorecard" link.
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Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.
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View your subject-wise percentile and All India Rank (AIR).
What’s Next? JEE Advanced & Session 2
The top 2,50,000 qualifiers will be eligible to register for JEE Advanced 2026. For those looking to improve their scores, the JEE Main Session 2 Registration window is expected to open shortly after the results are declared.
With over 13 lakh candidates appearing in Session 1, the competition density has increased significantly. According to early shift analysis, the "Marks vs Percentile" ratio has become more competitive. For instance, in "Easy" shifts, candidates might need 240+ marks to hit the 99.9 percentile, whereas, in "Difficult" shifts (like those seen on Jan 22 and Jan 24), a score of 170–190 could secure the same rank.
| Target Percentile | Expected Raw Score (Easy Shift) | Expected Raw Score (Tough Shift) | Expected Rank Range |
| 99.9+ | 275 – 290 | 230 – 250 | 1 – 1,200 |
| 99.0+ | 200 – 220 | 170 – 190 | 12,000 – 15,000 |
| 97.0+ | 160 – 180 | 140 – 155 | 35,000 – 40,000 |
| 95.0+ | 145 – 155 | 120 – 135 | 60,000 – 75,000 |