JEE Main 2026 Answer Key for Session 2 will be released by or on 11 April 2026. JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result is expected on 20 April 2026. The National Testing Agency has outlined the upcoming schedule. Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 question papers of Session 2 from 09 April 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Question Paper Release and Details
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the question papers for all shifts on 09 April 2026. This step improves transparency and allows candidates to analyse their performance. Candidates can use these papers to cross-check their responses and estimate scores before the answer key is published.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key, Response Sheet and Challenge Process
The provisional answer key and response sheets are expected to be released on 11 April 2026 (tentative). Candidates will also get an opportunity to challenge the answer key. The following points explain the process in detail:
- The provisional answer key will be available online
- Candidate response sheets will be released alongside
- Objection window will open for challenges
- The challenge fee is INR 200 per question
After reviewing all objections, NTA will release the final answer key.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Date and Ranking Criteria
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result for Paper 1 is expected on 20 April 2026 (tentative). The result will include normalized scores to ensure fairness across different shifts. Key highlights regarding the result are listed below:
- Final scores will be based on normalization
- The best score from both sessions will be considered
- All India Rank will be prepared accordingly
This approach ensures that candidates who appeared in both sessions get the advantage of their highest performance.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Important Dates and Schedule
Candidates must keep track of all important events to avoid missing deadlines. The complete schedule is provided below for reference.
- 09 April 2026: Question papers release
- 11 April 2026 (Tentative): Answer key and response sheet release
- 11 April 2026 (Tentative): Challenge window opens
- 20 April 2026 (Tentative): Result declaration
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding the result and final answer key.
