JEE Main Answer Key 2026 (OUT) Highlights: Download JEE Mains session 1 response sheet, Provisional answer key PDF at jeemain.nta.nic.in

The NTA has declared the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 on February 4. The JEE Main 2026 objection window will remain open until February 5. Following this, the JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 will be announced by February 12.

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF (Session 1), NTA JEE Mains Response Sheet 2026
JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF Live Updates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 on February 4, 2026, for the session 1 examination. The JEE Main Response Sheet, answer key, and challenge facility are available to candidates under their respective logins at jeemain.nta.nic.in. According to the update, applicants can raise objections against the JEE Main Provisional Answer key 2026 till February 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Along with the answer key, JEE Main response sheet & question papers have also been published by the NTA.

Following this, the JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 will be announced by the exam authority by February 12, 2026. By using the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1, applicants can calculate their scores and analyse the admission probabilities. To download the answer key PDF, aspirants must enter their application number and password.
Also Read: JEE Main Rank Predictor 2026

JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1: Response Sheet Download Link

The JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 has been published by the NTA on its official portal. For all the test-takers, we have provided the JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 Download Link in the table below.

JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Session 1Download Link (Released!)

JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Release Date and Time

NTA has published the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key on February 4, 2026, on the official portal. Applicants can review the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Date and Time in the table below.

EventsDates
JEE Main Provisional Answer Key & Response Sheet Release DateFebruary 4, 2026 (Declared)
Answer Key Objection WindowFebruary 4 to 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
JEE Main 2026 ResultFebruary 12, 2026

JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Steps to Download Response Sheet

The JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 is available online on the candidate’s login portal, along with the session 1 answer key. Applicants can access their JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF by following the simple steps below.

  • Step 1: Open the NTA’s official website- jeemain.nta.nic.in
  • Step 2: On the homepage, find the link “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Response Sheet” and click on it
  • Step 3: JEE Main Login Window 2026 will open on the screen
  • Step 4: Submit your application number, password and captcha
  • Step 5: Question-wise status and selected option IDs will appear on the screen
  • Step 6: Download your JEE Main Answer Key 2026 and response sheet PDF

Following the release of JEE Main answer key 2026, the answer key objection window link will be activated on the official portal- jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Live Updates
23:23 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Link (OUT): Objection Dates

The download link for JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 & Answer Key has been activated at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Applicants raise objections against the provisional answer key between February 4 and 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).

23:09 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1: Question Paper Available at jeemain.nta.nic.in

Along with the JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026, the NTA has also released the JEE Main Question Papers 2026. Here’s how to download the question paper PDF below.

  • Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  • Click on the papers and answer key link.
  • Log in with your application number and password.
  • View and download the question paper, answer key, and response sheet.
  • 21:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Result Release Date

    As per the official notice, the JEE Main Session 1 result 2026 is scheduled to be released by February 12, 2026 on the official website.

    20:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Marking Scheme for Numerical Value Questions

    Students can check their JEE Main 2026 Session 1 marking scheme for numeric value questions:

  • Correct Answer: +4 Marks
  • Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
  • Unanswered / Marked for Review: 0 mark
  • 20:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Marking Schemes for MCQs

    Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 marking scheme for the MCQs from below:

  • Correct Answer or the Most Appropriate Answer: +4 marks
  • Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
  • Unanswered / Marked for Review: 0 mark
  • 19:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Exam Centre Statistics

    The JEE Main Session 1 answer key 2026 was conducted at 642 Centres located in 311 Cities across the country and 15 Cities outside India.

    19:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: No Individual Intimation

    No candidate will be informed individually about their acceptance/non-acceptance of their challenges through the SMS or E-mail.

    18:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Question Paper and Response Sheet Released

    The examination body has also released the question papers with recorded responses, along with the JEE Main provisional answer key 2026, on the official website.

    18:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Answer Key Challenge Procedure

    If the challenges made by the candidate are found correct, the Answer Key will be revised and applied to the responses of all the candidates accordingly. Based on the revised Final Answer Keys, the result will be prepared and declared.

    17:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Login credentials

    To challenge the JEE Main answer key 2026, candidates need to log in using their application number, password, and CAPTCHA code as displayed on the screen.

    17:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Answer Key Objection Fee

    To successfully challenge the answer key, candidates need to pay the processing fee of Rs 200 per question.

    16:23 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Objection window Deadline

    As per the official notice released by the NTA, the JEE Main answer key 2026 objection window link has been activated. Candidates can raise challenges against the answer key till February 6, 2026, 11:50 PM. No Challenges against the answer key will be entertained once the objection window closes.

    15:52 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Helpline Number

    For any queries or clarifications related to JEE Main, candidates can contact the given number – 011-40759000 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in.

    15:21 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Objection Fee Payment Method

    Candidates must note that the objection fee for the JEE Main Session 1 answer key 2026 must be made through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking only. Apart from this, any other payment mode will not be accepted by the examination body.

    14:50 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Can I Raise Objections?

    Yes, NTA allows candidates to challenge the provisional answer key if they find any discrepancies. This facility ensures transparency and accuracy in the evaluation process. The objection window for JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will remain open till February 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).

    14:32 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 LINK (OUT): Raise Objections till Feb 6

    The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key has been released on February 4, 2026. The objection window has been activated by the NTA on its official portal. Applicants can raise objections against the provisional answer key till February 6 (up to 11:50 PM)

    14:15 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Credentials Required

    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 has been released online for all the candidates who have appeared for the exam. To download the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF, aspirants need the following credentials-

  • Application Number
  • Password
  • CAPTCHA
  • 14:01 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Download Link OUT at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The National Testing Agency has activated the JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key Download Link on its official portal. Aspirants can download the JEE Main Response Sheet 2026, along with the answer key, by clicking on the link provided on the homepage. Here’s a snapshot of JEE Main 2026 Login Window.

    13:46 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 LIVE: Question Paper Available at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    Along with the JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026, the NTA has also released the JEE Main Question Papers 2026. Here’s how to download the question paper PDF below.

  • Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  • Click on the papers and answer key link.
  • Log in with your application number and password.
  • View and download the question paper, answer key, and response sheet.
  • 13:36 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Fee to Raise Objections

    The JEE Main Answer Key 2026 for Paper 1 has been released along with the question paper PDF and response sheet. To raise objections against the provisional answer key, applicants need to challenge the question online by logging into their registered account. Candidates can submit their challenge by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs 200 per question.

    13:27 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Answer Key LINK (OUT): How to Raise Objections?

    Students can raise objections against the NTA JEE Main answer key 2026 by following the steps below.

  • Visit the official website of JEE Main – jeemain.nta.nic.in
  • Click on the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 link available on the homepage
  • Enter JEE Main Application Number, Password, and other required login credentials
  • Click the Submit button
  • Now, again, navigate to the section where the JEE Main Answer Key Objection link is available
  • Enter Question ID, Exam Date, and Shift Number to raise challenges
  • Give the substantial proof against the answer provided by NTA in its provisional key
  • Pay the JEE Main answer key challenge fee of INR 200 per question
  • Submit the Challenge
  • 13:22 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main 2026 Answer Key (OUT): Rank Predictor

    JEE Main Rank Predictor 2026 is a tool developed by IE Education, which helps students predict their estimated rank in the JEE Mains 2026 exam based on their percentile/score in the exam.

  • PREDICT YOUR RANK
  • 13:04 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Link (OUT): Objection Dates

    The download link for JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 & Answer Key has been activated at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Applicants raise objections against the provisional answer key between February 4 and 6, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). Check the JEE Main Objection Window 2026 Dates here.

    12:46 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 (OUT): Details Mentioned

    NTA has released the JEE Main response sheet PDF along with the provisional answer key at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The response sheet contains all the answers marked by the candidate during the examination, including unanswered and marked-for-review questions.

    12:35 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 LINK ACTIVATED at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The National Testing Agency has activated the JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key Download Link on its official portal. Aspirants can download the JEE Main Response Sheet 2026, along with the answer key, by clicking on the link provided on the homepage. Here’s a snapshot of JEE Main 2026 Login Window.

    12:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 LINK (OUT): Raise Objections till Feb 6

    The JEE Main 2026 Answer Key has been released on February 4, 2026. The objection window has been activated by the NTA on its official portal. Applicants can raise objections against the provisional answer key till February 6 (up to 11:50 PM)

    12:27 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 OUT at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF has been released by the NTA on the official portal- jeemain.nta.nic.in. Aspirants can access their response sheet PDF by logging into their registered account.

    12:24 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Where to Check Response Sheet?

    The JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will be released only on the official NTA website – jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must access the official portal to download the provisional answer key and their response sheets.

    12:01 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Can I Raise Objections?

    Yes, NTA allows candidates to challenge the provisional answer key if they find any discrepancies. This facility ensures transparency and accuracy in the evaluation process. The objection window for JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will remain open from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    11:54 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Is response sheet OUT?

    The JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 PDF has not released yet. As per reports, the NTA is preparing to release the JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 in the evening between 4 PM and 6 PM. The answer key can be accessed by aspirants by using their application number and password.

    11:41 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Release Time

    The NTA has not confirmed any release time for JEE Main Response Sheet 2026. But, as per reports, the JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 is likely to be published between 4 PM and 6 PM. Aspirants must stay tuned here for latest updates!

    11:17 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026: Download Link Shortly

    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 Download Link is set to be activated on February 4, 2026. Along with the response sheet, the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 will be declared by the NTA on its official portal.

    11:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Objection Window

    The JEE Main Answer Key Challenge Window 2026 will start soon after the release of answer key on February 4. The objections can be raised against the provisional answer key till February 5, 2026.

    10:45 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Download Link TODAY at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The JEE Main 2026 answer key download link for Session 1 Examination will be released today, on February 4, 2026, on the NTA’s website- jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to use their login credentials to download the answer key.

    10:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main Response Sheet 2026: Release Date and Time

    NTA is scheduled to release the NTA JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 on February 4, 2026. The JEE Main Answer key Release Time 2026 has not been confirmed officially by the NTA; however, as per last year’s pattern, the JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 is likely to be published between 3 PM and 6 PM.

    10:15 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Rank Predictor

    JEE Main Rank Predictor 2026 is a tool developed by IE Education, which helps students predict their estimated rank in the JEE Mains 2026 exam based on their percentile/score in the exam.

  • PREDICT YOUR RANK
  • 10:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Download Link: Released or Not?

    No, NTA has not yet activated the JEE Main 2026 answer key and response sheet link. The link will be activated on February 4 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    09:50 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026: Is download link active?

    As of now, JEE Main Answer Key 2026 & Response Sheet have not been released yet. Applicants will be able to find the JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 Download Link by visiting the official portal- jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    09:40 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026: Session 1 Answer Key Link OUT TODAY

    The NTA JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will be announced today, on February 4, 2026, as announced by the NTA. Applicants can use their login credentials to access their response sheet PDF.

    09:20 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Steps to Download

    Candidates can download the JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 PDF using the steps mentioned here-

  • Visit the JEE Main official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  • Click on the JEE Main answer key link.
  • Enter your application number, password and security pin.
  • Click on ‘Submit.’
  • JEE Main session 1 answer key 2026 will be displayed on the screen.
  • 09:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main 2026 Answer Key: Where to Check?

    The JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will be released only on the official NTA website – jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must access the official portal to download the provisional answer key and their response sheets.

    08:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Question Paper PDF

    NTA releases the JEE Main 2026 answer key and question papers together. Candidates can download them from their logins at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    08:00 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Download Link ACTIVATING TODAY at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The JEE Main 2026 answer key download link for Session 1 Examination will be released today, on February 3, 2026, on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates need to use their login credentials to download the answer key.

    07:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026: Session 1 Answer Key OUT TODAY

    The NTA JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will be announced today, on February 4, 2026, as announced by the NTA. Applicants can use their login credentials to access their response sheet PDF.

    06:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: Can I Challenge my Response Sheet?

    Candidates are not allowed to challenge their JEE Main response sheet; they can simply review their submitted answers from the exam.

    04:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Date

    JEE Main 2026 answer key will be released on February 4 at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The provisional key will consist of correct answers to JEE Main Session 1 question paper.

    02:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 Session 1: When will answer keys be released?

    The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the JEE Main Provisional Answer Key 2026 will be published by the NTA on February 4, 2026. Test-takers will be able to raise objections against the answer key from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    00:30 (IST) 4 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026: How to Access Response Sheet?

    Candidates must visit jeemain.nta.nic.in, click on the answer key link, log in using their credentials, and download the answer key PDF and response sheet. It is advised to save a copy for future reference.

    23:30 (IST) 3 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Answer Key 2026: Can I Raise Objections?

    Yes, NTA allows candidates to challenge the provisional answer key if they find any discrepancies. This facility ensures transparency and accuracy in the evaluation process. The objection window for JEE Main Session 1 Answer Key 2026 will remain open from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    23:00 (IST) 3 Feb 2026
    JEE Mains 2026: Response Sheet along with Answer Key PDF

    NTA will release the JEE Main provisional answer key and the JEE Main response sheet 2026 together. The response sheet shows the answers marked by the candidate during the exam, while the answer key contains the officially correct answers for each question.