The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NTA JEE Main Session-I Final Answer Key 2026 on its official website. This comes after the successful conduction of the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) Session-I from January 21 to January 29, 2026. With the release of the final answer key on February 16, 2026, the declaration of the NTA JEE Main Session-I Result is imminent. Candidates can now download the final key PDF to calculate their probable scores before the scorecards are made live.
Exam Overview
The following table provides a quick summary of the JEE Main Session-I 2026 events.
| Criterion | Details |
| Exam Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session-I |
| Exam Dates | January 21 – 29, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Date | February 16, 2026 |
| Result Status | Expected Soon |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should track these dates closely, especially now that the final key has been released, indicating the result is next.
| Event | Date |
| Exam Date | January 21 – 29, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | January 17, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | February 04, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key Released | February 16, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Available Soon |
How to Download NTA JEE Main Final Answer Key 2026
The final answer key is usually released as a PDF file and does not require a login. However, the scorecard will require login credentials.
- Visit the official NTA JEE Main website (jeemain.nta.nic.in).
- Look for the link titled “JEE Main (Session 1) – 2026 Final Answer Key” under the Public Notices or News & Events section.
- Click on the link to open the PDF.
- The PDF will display the Question ID and the Correct Option ID for all shifts.
- Search for your specific exam date and shift to verify your answers.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
How to Check NTA JEE Main Result 2026 (Once Released)
Since the final key is out, the result is expected shortly. Follow these steps to download your scorecard when the link activates:
- Go to the official website.
- Click on “JEE Main 2026 Session-I Result”.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Enter the Security Pin displayed on the screen.
- Click “Submit” to view your NTA Score and Rank (if applicable).
- Print the scorecard for the counseling process.
Marking Scheme for Score Calculation
Candidates can use the final answer key to calculate their raw score:
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 Mark
- Unattempted Question: 0 Marks
Important Links
| Link Title | Direct Link |
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Link-I | Link-II |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When was the NTA JEE Main Session-I Final Answer Key 2026 released?
The final answer key was released on February 16, 2026.
Q2: Can I challenge the Final Answer Key?
No, the final answer key is released after reviewing challenges made against the provisional key. No further challenges are accepted.
Q3: When will the JEE Main Session-I Result 2026 be declared?
The result is expected to be released very soon, typically within 24-48 hours after the release of the final answer key.
Q4: Where can I download the answer key?
You can download it from the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Q5: Is the Final Answer Key the same as the Result?
No, the Final Answer Key contains the correct answers to the questions. The Result (Scorecard) contains your marks, NTA score, and percentile.