JEE Main 2026 Result Session 2 (April): Scorecard, Percentile, Rank & Expected College

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result has been declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on April 20, 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Over 11.23 lakh students who appeared for the April session (April 2–8, 2026) can now check their scorecard, All India Rank (AIR), and NTA percentile score using their application number and date of birth or password.

This is the most important result of the year. The final AIR — used for JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility, JoSAA counselling, and admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs — is released only with the Session 2 result. Whether you qualified for JEE Advanced or are headed straight to JoSAA counselling, this page gives you everything you need: the result download link, breakdown of your NTA percentile, a marks vs percentile table for every April shift, a rank-to-college guide, and a clear action plan for what to do next.

Also Check: When will be JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Declared | JEE Main Rank and College Predictor

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 — Overview

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result — Important Dates

The table below covers all important dates related to the JEE Main 2026 April session result, from the exam dates to JoSAA counselling.

Important: Final AIR is released only with Session 2 result Candidates who appeared in both Session 1 and Session 2 will have their final AIR determined based on the best percentile across both sessions. NTA considers your highest percentile — not the average. The Session 1 scorecard carries only your NTA score; the AIR appears only on the Session 2 scorecard.

How to Check JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result — Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these steps to download your JEE Main 2026 Session 2 scorecard from the official NTA website.

1. Visit the official NTA website at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The result can also be accessed at ntaresults.nic.in or nta.ac.in.
2. On the homepage, click the link that says Result of JEE Main Session 2 2026.
3. Enter your 12-digit Application Number and either your Password or Date of Birth (in DD/MM/YYYY format).
4. Enter the CAPTCHA security code shown on the screen.
5. Click the Submit button.
6. Your JEE Main 2026 scorecard will appear on screen. Verify all details carefully before downloading.
7. Click Download to save your scorecard as a PDF file.
8. Take at least two printouts and store them safely — you will need the scorecard for JEE Advanced registration, JoSAA counselling, and final college admission.

NTA also sends the scorecard to candidates' registered email address once the result is declared.

Important points while checking your result The JEE Main result cannot be checked by name or roll number alone. Your 12-digit Application Number is mandatory. If the official portal is slow due to heavy traffic, wait 20–30 minutes and try again. Use ntaresults.nic.in as an alternate link. 

The scorecard is available for download at jeemain.nta.nic.in until July 31, 2026. Do not delay downloading it. If you have forgotten your password, use the 'Forgot Password' option on the login page and reset it using your registered mobile number or email.

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What Details Are on the JEE Main 2026 Scorecard?

Many students expect to see their raw marks on the scorecard — but that is not what NTA releases. Your JEE Main 2026 scorecard shows your NTA Score (percentile) and your All India Rank, not your raw marks out of 300. Here is a field-by-field breakdown of every detail on the scorecard and what you need to do with it.

⚠ Your scorecard shows NTA Score (percentile) — NOT raw marks This is the most common point of confusion on result day. NTA only releases the normalised percentile (NTA Score) and the All India Rank on the scorecard. Your raw marks are not displayed. To know your raw marks, calculate them manually from the final answer key using the +4/−1 marking scheme.

Error on your scorecard? Act immediately — not during counselling If any detail on your scorecard is incorrect (name, DOB, category), contact NTA through the official grievance portal at nta.ac.in right away. Corrections made during the counselling process are not guaranteed and can result in seat cancellation. Do not wait.

What is NTA Score and How is Your JEE Main 2026 Percentile Calculated?

The NTA Score is not your raw marks out of 300. It is a percentile score that tells you what percentage of students in your shift scored equal to or below you. This is why two students from different shifts with the same raw marks can receive different percentile scores.

The answer in one example — before the formula Suppose 90,000 students appeared in your April shift and 85,500 of them scored equal to or below you: Your percentile = (85,500 ÷ 90,000) × 100 = 95 percentile This means you performed better than 95% of all students in your shift — regardless of your raw marks. Percentile is a measure of relative performance, not absolute marks.

NTA Percentile Formula (Official)

The National Testing Agency uses the following formula to calculate your percentile score for each subject and overall:

NTA Percentile Formula Percentile Score = 100 × (Number of candidates in the session with raw score equal to or less than your score ÷ Total number of candidates who appeared in that session)

NTA calculates this to 7 decimal places to minimise ties and ensure every candidate gets a unique rank wherever possible.

Why is Normalisation Used?

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 was conducted across five dates (April 2, 4, 5, 6, 8) with two shifts each. Every shift had a completely different question paper. As a result, difficulty levels varied significantly between shifts. Without normalisation, a student who got a harder paper would be disadvantaged compared to someone in an easier shift. 

Normalisation fixes this by rewarding relative performance. For example, scoring 160 marks in the toughest April 6 Shift 1 paper gave candidates approximately 99 percentile — while the same 160 marks in the easiest April 4 Shift 1 paper would have given a much lower percentile. The system is designed to be fair regardless of which shift you were assigned.

Also Check: JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Normalization Process 

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Raw Marks vs NTA Score vs AIR — What Is the Difference?

The 100 percentile does not mean 300 out of 300 The topper scores 100 percentile because all other candidates in that session scored lower — not because they scored a perfect 300. In JEE Main January 2026 Session 1, the 100 percentile was achieved at scores as low as 295 in some shifts. Percentile is relative, not absolute.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Marks vs Percentile —  (Shift-Wise)

Session 2 (April) typically requires 3–4 more marks than Session 1 (January) to achieve the same percentile, because April has larger and more competitive participation. The tables below are based on Session 2 shift difficulty trends and expert analysis. They will be updated with official NTA data on result day.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 — Overall Marks vs Percentile vs AIR

Also Check: JEE Main 2026 April Session Marks vs Ranks vs Percentile

JEE Main 2026 Marks Required for 99 Percentile — Shift-Wise (April Session)

Difficulty varied significantly across April 2026 shifts. Check your specific date and shift below to understand where your marks stand.

Subject-Wise Marks vs Percentile — April 2026 (Expected)

For a personalised AIR estimate based on your specific shift and marks, use the Infinity Learn JEE Main Rank Predictor → infinitylearn.com/jee-main-rank-college-predictor 

JEE Main 2026 Cutoff for JEE Advanced — Category-Wise Qualifying Percentile

The JEE Main 2026 qualifying cutoff for JEE Advanced is the minimum NTA percentile a candidate must secure to be among the top 2.5 lakh students eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026. NTA releases this cutoff officially along with the Session 2 result.

Two different cutoffs — understand the difference Qualifying cutoff → Minimum percentile for JEE Advanced eligibility (released by NTA with Session 2 result) Admission cutoff → Opening and closing ranks for specific branches in NITs, IIITs, GFTIs (released by JoSAA during counselling) Crossing the qualifying cutoff allows you to attempt JEE Advanced. Admission to NITs depends entirely on your AIR against JoSAA's admission cutoff — these are separate processes.

Expected JEE Main 2026 Qualifying Cutoff — Category-Wise

The General category cutoff has risen steadily from 87.89 percentile in 2021 to 93.17 in both 2024 and 2025. Given the increase in 2026 candidate numbers (over 13 lakh in Session 1 alone), the 2026 cutoff is expected to be marginally higher than 2025.

JEE Main Qualifying Cutoff — Historical Trend (General Category)

Note: The official cutoff will be released by NTA with the Session 2 result. All figures above are based on historical trends and expert projections. Check the official result at jeemain.nta.nic.in for confirmed data. 

Also read: JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility and Cutoff — Complete Guide 

How is JEE Main 2026 Final Rank Calculated? Best of Two Sessions Explained

The final All India Rank for JEE Main 2026 is prepared after both Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April) results are compiled. Understanding how your rank is derived helps you know exactly where you stand.

Key Rules for JEE Main 2026 Rank Calculation

• For candidates who appeared in both sessions, NTA uses the best percentile score from either session to determine the final AIR. There is no averaging.
• For candidates who appeared in only one session, the rank is based on that session's percentile score.
• Percentile scores are calculated to 7 decimal places to reduce ties.
• The final AIR and the category rank are both released with the Session 2 result — they do not appear on the Session 1 scorecard.

Three Scenarios — How Best of Two Sessions Works

Appearing in Session 2 can only improve your rank — it cannot lower it. If your April percentile is lower than January, NTA simply retains your January score. There is no risk to your rank from attempting Session 2.

JEE Main 2026 Tie-Breaking Rule — What Happens When NTA Scores Are Equal?

When two or more candidates secure the same overall NTA percentile score, NTA applies the following tie-breaking criteria in priority order to assign a unique All India Rank.

Important update for 2026: Age is no longer a tie-breaking criterion In previous years, the older candidate was given a better rank if all other criteria were equal. NTA has removed age as a tie-breaking factor from 2026 onwards. If all seven criteria are exhausted and a tie remains, both candidates receive the same rank.

Practical takeaway: Minimising wrong answers matters beyond just your raw score. If your percentile is equal to another candidate's, fewer incorrect answers — especially in Mathematics — can be the difference between a better or worse rank.

JEE Main 2026 Toppers List — Session 2 (April) 100 Percentilers

NTA releases the official toppers list along with the Session 2 result. All candidates who secure 100 percentile in Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) in the April session are named as JEE Main 2026 toppers. The table below will be updated once the result is officially declared.

Session 1 (January 2026) toppers for reference: 12 candidates achieved 100 percentile in Session 1, with Shreyas Mishra topping the overall list. Five of the 12 toppers were from Rajasthan. Category-wise toppers included Narendrababu Gari Mahith (OBC-NCL, Andhra Pradesh), Deva Srivedh (SC, Andhra Pradesh), Daksh Sehra (ST, Rajasthan), and Ashi Grewal (Female, Haryana, 99.99697665 percentile). 

Note: In Session 1, NTA withheld the results of 68 candidates pending investigation for suspected irregularities. A similar process may apply to Session 2 if any discrepancies are detected.

Expected Colleges Based on JEE Main 2026 Rank — NIT, IIIT, IIT Guide

Once your AIR is released, the immediate next question is: which college can you get? The answer depends on your rank, your category, and home-state vs. other-state quota. The table below is based on JoSAA 2025 closing ranks and expert projections for 2026.

SC/ST/OBC-NCL students — your effective rank is much better than it looks OBC-NCL candidates: Your category rank is approximately 3× lower than your CRL, giving access to NITs at much higher overall ranks. 

SC candidates: Category rank is approximately 8–10× lower than CRL — top NIT branches are accessible at CRL ranks that may appear too high for General category. Always use your Category Rank (shown on your scorecard), not your CRL, when shortlisting college options in JoSAA.

For a personalised college shortlist based on your exact rank and category, use the Infinity Learn JEE Main College Predictor → infinitylearn.com/jee-main-rank-college-predictor 

Also read: NIT Tiruchirappalli Admission Guide 2026 

What to Do After JEE Main 2026 Result — Action Plan by Rank Range

The 48 hours after result day are critical. What you do now determines how well you use your rank. Here is a clear, rank-specific action plan for every scenario.

Path A — You Are Among the Top 2.5 Lakh (JEE Advanced Qualified)

1. Download and verify your scorecard. Check that the JEE Advanced Qualification Status on your scorecard says 'Qualified'.
2. Register for JEE Advanced 2026 as soon as registration opens at jeeadv.ac.in — expected April 23, 2026. The deadline is tight (typically 7–10 days). Missing it means waiting an entire year.
3. Pay the JEE Advanced 2026 registration fee: ₹3,200 for General/OBC candidates, ₹1,600 for SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates.
4. Begin JEE Advanced preparation immediately. JEE Advanced 2026 is on May 17, 2026 — you have approximately 3.5 weeks from result day.
5. Also register for JoSAA 2026 counselling when it opens in June — this serves as your backup for NIT/IIIT admissions if JEE Advanced doesn't go as planned.
6. Track the JEE Advanced admit card release at jeeadv.ac.in (expected early May 2026).

Path B — You Did Not Qualify for JEE Advanced (Rank-Wise Action Plan)

If your AIR is under 50,000 (General) — Strong NIT and IIIT options available

• Register for JoSAA 2026 at josaa.nic.in as soon as it opens (expected June 2026). Do not delay — late registration means missing Round 1.
• Fill 20–30 college and branch preferences across NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. Cover all realistic options, not just top ones — this improves your chances across all six rounds.
• Check our NIT Tiruchirappalli Admission Guide 2026 and the rank band table above for branch selection.
• Also register for CSAB Special Counselling as a backup for seats vacated after JoSAA Rounds 1–6.

If your AIR is 50,000 – 1,50,000 — IIITs, GFTIs and State Quota

• JoSAA is still your primary route — IIITs, GFTIs, and home-state NIT quota seats are accessible in this rank range.
• Simultaneously register for your home state's counselling (see table below). State counselling deadlines often overlap with JoSAA — do not miss either.
• Explore CSAB Special Counselling after JoSAA for any remaining NIT and IIIT seats.

If your AIR is above 1,50,000 — State Counselling Is Your Primary Path

• Focus on state-level engineering counselling for your home state. Many state colleges offer good placements and are a better fit than lower-ranked central institutes.
• State counselling often runs in parallel with JoSAA and requires separate registration. Start both simultaneously.
• If your target is a top NIT or IIIT, consider a structured gap year and reattempt JEE Main 2027. Students who start prep within 2 weeks of their current result — not after summer — consistently perform better.

State Counselling Options After JEE Main 2026 Result

Considering a gap year? Start now — not in August Students who improve the most in JEE Main 2027 are those who begin their dropper preparation within 2 weeks of their current result — not after months of 'taking a break'. Infinity Learn's Dropper JEE Programme is designed for students who know where they went wrong and want a structured, focused path to a top 10,000 rank. Start today → infinitylearn.com/jee-class-13-online-course

Also read: JoSAA 2026 Counselling — Complete Step-by-Step Guide 

JoSAA 2026 Counselling — Dates, Eligibility and Process After JEE Main Result

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) conducts the centralised counselling for admissions to 23 IITs, 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, 26 IIITs, and 47 GFTIs. Both JEE Main and JEE Advanced ranks are used for allotment through a single, unified process.

JoSAA 2026 Expected Schedule

JoSAA 2026 Eligibility

• Must have a valid JEE Main 2026 AIR (for NITs, IIITs, GFTIs) or a valid JEE Advanced 2026 rank (for IITs).
• Must have passed Class 12 or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
• Must have secured a minimum of 75% aggregate in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD candidates), or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board.

JoSAA 2026 Seat Acceptance Fee

The SAF must be paid within the stipulated time after seat allotment. Failure to pay results in cancellation of the seat and ineligibility from further rounds.

Choice Options During JoSAA Seat Allotment

• Freeze: Accept the allotted seat and exit all further rounds.
• Float: Accept the allotted seat but remain open for a better institute in subsequent rounds.
• Slide: Accept the allotted seat but remain open for a better branch in the same institute in subsequent rounds.

Documents Required for JoSAA 2026

• JEE Main 2026 scorecard (mandatory for all)
• JEE Advanced 2026 scorecard (for IIT admissions only)
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and pass certificates
• Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD (must be in Central Government format, not state format)
• Government-issued photo ID proof (Aadhaar card preferred)
• JoSAA seat allotment letter
• Seat acceptance fee payment receipt
• Passport-size photographs (at least 6 copies)

OBC-NCL Certificate — a common mistake that costs students their seat Your OBC-NCL certificate must be issued by a competent authority in the Central Government format and must not be older than one financial year from the date of document verification at JoSAA. A certificate issued before April 1, 2025, will not be accepted. Get this renewed before counselling if needed.

JEE Main 2026 Participating Institutes — Seats Available Through JoSAA

JEE Main 2026 scores are used for admission to the following central government institutes through JoSAA 2026 counselling.

Competition for top branches — particularly CSE, Data Science, and AI at top NITs — remains very high. Closing ranks for NIT Trichy CSE (General, Other State) were approximately 3,000 in JoSAA 2025. For NIT Warangal CSE, the closing rank was around 5,500.

Important Points — JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result

• The Session 2 result is the final JEE Main result — it includes the All India Rank, category rank, JEE Advanced qualifying status, and the qualifying cutoff.
• Candidates who appeared in both sessions will have their final AIR based on whichever session gave them the higher percentile.
• A score of 250 or above out of 300 is generally considered a safe score for top NIT branches across most categories.
• 90 to 95 percentile is typically the minimum range for admission to NITs and IIITs through JoSAA.
• The JEE Main 2026 exam was conducted in 13 languages: Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
• NTA does not dispatch physical copies of the scorecard. All candidates must download and print it themselves from jeemain.nta.nic.in.
• The scorecard will be available for download until July 31, 2026 — do not delay.
• No re-evaluation or rechecking of any kind is permitted after the final answer key and result are published.