The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for Session 1 has been made available today, Wednesday, February 4 2026 through the National Testing Agency (NTA). Along with the preliminary answer key as well as the candidate answer sheet as well as questions papers are also made accessible on the official site jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Candidates who took those who took the Main Session of the JEE test (January 21-29, 2026) can now log in to view their answers examine their answers, compare them with others, and calculate their scores. Because that the key to answer is only a provisional answer key, NTA has also opened the contest/opposition window for candidates to express concerns if they discover any differences.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet – Latest Update
In accordance with the announcement made by NTA, NTA is releasing the following simultaneously:
- Prompt JEE Principal 2026 Answer Key
- Candidates Response Sheet (Shift-wise)
- Question Paper PDF
- Answer Key Challenge Link
These links can be accessed only by logging in as a candidate via the main portal.
The challenge window will stay open until February 5th 2026 and after that, NTA will examine all objections and issue the final answer key. It is expected that the session 1 of the JEE Main 2026, result is anticipated to be released on February 12, 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| JEE Main Session Exam 1 | January 21-29 2026 |
| Response Sheet Release | February 4 2026 |
| Prompt Answer Key | February 4 2026 |
| Answer Key Challenge Window | 4 – 5 February 2026 |
| JEE Main Results (Session 1) | In February of 2026. |
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Response Sheet PDF
The candidates can access the response sheet and their papers using these instructions:
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Select “JEE Primary 2026 Candidate’s Response Sheet Session 1”
- Enter:
- Application Number
- Password
- Security Code (CAPTCHA)
- Once you have logged in, you will be able to go to the dashboard
- Select Response Sheet/Question Paper
- Utilize your Print option or the Download option in order to save your PDF
The sheet that you receive for your response will show the answers you marked not the correct ones.
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Answer Key
To download the preliminary answer key:
- Log into jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Select “JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key”
- Choose the document and then shift
- Answer key download in PDF
This key includes the official NTA suggested correct answers for each of the questions.
Difference Between Answer Key and Response Shee
| Features | Response Sheet | Answer Key |
| Answers the candidate’s questions | Yes | No |
| Provides accurate answers | No | Yes |
| The same applies to all candidates | No | Yes |
| It is possible to challenge | No | Yes |
| Calculated to determine score | “Yes” (with key) | Yes |
Both of these documents are needed in order to determine your score precisely.
How to Calculate JEE Main 2026 Score Using Answer Key
Candidates are able to estimate their scores by using the official scoring scheme:
- +4 points for each correct answer
- 1 point for each incorrect answer
- 0 marks for unattempted questions
Steps:
- Check with your responses (response sheet) with the answer key
- Totalize correct answers
- Correct answers to count
- Use using the following formula
(Correct 4.) (Correct x 4) (Incorrect x 1))
It is an estimate and could change when the answer key for the final version is made public.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Challenge Process
Because answers to questions are not final, NTA allows candidates to contest the answer.
How to Refuse:
- Log into jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on “Challenge Answer Key”
- Select the ID of the question
- Upload supporting documents (PDF format)
- The challenger must pay the cost
- Oppositions must be submitted by the 5th February, 2026.
NTA will examine all objections and issue its definitive answer keys that can be utilized to create the final answer.
JEE Main 2026 Result Date – What to Expect
The JEE Main Session 1 Results 2026 will be announced on February 12, 2026.
The outcome will comprise:
- Subject-wise percentile (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Score of the percentiles for overall
The outcome will not be:
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Marks for cut-offs in JEE Advanced
Cut-offs and ranks will be made public following Session 2.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Update
While the Session 1 evaluation is in progress, Session 2 registrations are accepted through the website official to register.
- Last day for applying:Â February 25, 2026
- Candidates can increase their scores by attending Session 2.
- The top percentile of both sessions will be considered in the ranking
The announcement of main JEE Answer Key 2026 and the Response Sheet is an important process for candidates to judge their performance and make objections, if necessary. Students are urged to:
- Take care to download all PDFs
- Calculate scores by using the official system
- Make sure you submit your challenges by the timeframe
- Be sure to check jeemain.nta.nic.in for result changes
The final result following objections are reviewed will determine percentiles of the official scores that are a crucial factor in admission to NITs IIITs and the GFTIs and determining eligibility to sit for JEE Advanced 2026.
FAQ’s
Q1. What date will JEE Main 2026 answer key be released?
The preliminary JEE Main 2026 answer key will be released on the 4th of February 2026 via the website of JEE Main jeemain.nta.nic.in. Students can get it with the login credentials they have used to log in.
Q2. Can I challenge the JEE Main 2026 answer key?
Yes, Candidates can contest the pro forma answer key on the official portal after paying the fee prescribed and uploading all the relevant documents during the window for contests.
Q3. How soon will JEE Main 2026 result be announced?
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result is anticipated to be announced on February 12, 2026 with subject-specific and overall percentile scores.
