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April 20, 2026
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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Declared: How to Check Scorecard, NTA Cutoff & All-India Rank

NTA has officially declared the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April Attempt) results today, April 20. Check the direct download link, qualifying cutoff for JEE Advanced, and step-by-step guide to download your scorecard.

The wait is finally over! The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the results for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April Attempt) today, April 20, 2026. lakhs of students who appeared for the exam between April 2 and April 9 can now access their final NTA scores and All India Ranks (AIR).

With the declaration of the Session 2 results, NTA has also released the final cutoff for JEE Advanced 2026. Only the top 2,50,000 qualifiers will be eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced exam scheduled for next month.

How to Check JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result?

Candidates can download their scorecards by following these simple steps:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in or ntaresults.nic.in.
  2. Click the Result Link: On the homepage, look for the link "JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Scorecard Download".
  3. Login Credentials: Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (or Password).
  4. Security Pin: Enter the captcha code shown on the screen.
  5. Submit & View: Click on 'Submit' to view your result.
  6. Download & Print: Save the PDF scorecard for future reference and counseling purposes.

Important Details Mentioned in the Scorecard

Your JEE Main scorecard is a crucial document. Ensure the following details are correct:

  • Name of the Candidate
  • Application Number & Roll Number
  • Subject-wise NTA Scores (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)
  • Total NTA Score (Percentile)
  • All India Rank (AIR) and Category Rank
  • Qualifying Status for JEE Advanced 2026

JEE Main 2026 Cutoff (Expected/Official Trends)

The cutoff for JEE Advanced is determined based on the performance of all candidates across both sessions. Here is the expected category-wise cutoff percentile:

CategoryExpected Cutoff Percentile (2026)
General (UR)91.5 - 92.5
EWS76.5 - 77.5
OBC-NCL74.5 - 75.5
SC52.5 - 53.5
ST38.5 - 39.5

What Next After JEE Main Results?

  1. If You Qualify for JEE Advanced: Start your rigorous preparation for the IIT entrance. Focus on high-level problem solving and previous year papers.
  2. If You Don't Qualify for Advanced: Don't lose hope! Your JEE Main AIR can get you into top NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs through JoSAA/CSAB counseling.
  3. Explore Private Universities: Many top-tier private universities like BITSAT, VITEEE, and Manipal have their own entrance exams or accept JEE Main scores for direct admission.

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