JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 LIVE UpdatesJEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1: The National Testing Agency has confirmed provisional answer key and response sheet release date of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 through 'X' (formerly Twitter). If you appeared for the Session 1 exam, you can access JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Session 1 along with response sheets on February 4, 2026 . NTA also confirmed that provisional answer challenge window will remain open from February 4 to February 5, 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in .
You can obtain direct JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 Session 1 Download Link and Provisional Answer Key on February 4 on this page as and when activated on NTA portal.
You are advised to keep your application number and date of birth handy once JEE Main Answer Key January 2026 goes live. NTA has also announced through X handle that final results will be available for test takers by February 12, 2026. The portal will also provide you with a PDF of the question paper so that you can match your responses and estimate the correct answers. You can get clarity of scores that you can obtain beforehand via provisional answer keys.
JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Challenge Window
If you appeared for the examination held between January 21 and January 29, 2026, and find any answer incorrect, raise objections against the same. To submit challenges, attach proof, and you are required to pay challenge fee of Rs 200 per question. Do note, it is one time facility provided by NTA, and challenges can be made through online modes such as UPI, debit card, credit card, or net banking. Any challenge submitted without valid proof will not be considered by the subject experts appointed by NTA. Correct challenges raised by you will be considered, and final JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 will be released accordingly.
Keep checking the Live Blog for download link of JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1, Repsonse Sheet, Expected Percentiles, and more!
JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 LIVE Updates
01 20 PM IST - 03 Feb'26
JEE Main Question Paper 2026 PDF Helps in Accurate Score Estimation
The availability of the question paper PDF allows you to cross-check every question attempted. You can match the question IDs with your response sheet and the provisional key. This process helps you calculate your expected raw score. Accurate estimation depends on correct matching of shift-wise papers. You should ensure you refer to your specific session only.
01 00 PM IST - 03 Feb'26
Login Credentials Required to Access JEE Main Response Sheet 2025 Session 1
To download your response sheet and answer key, you must log in using your application number and date of birth. Without valid credentials, access to the documents will not be permitted. You are advised to retrieve forgotten credentials in advance. The portal may experience heavy traffic on release day. Early login can help you avoid delays.
12 40 PM IST - 03 Feb'26
Direct JEE Main Provisional Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Download Link to Go Live
NTA will activate the direct download link for the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 on its portal once released. You will be able to access the answer key, response sheet, and question paper from the same login dashboard. This page will provide you the live link as soon as it is activated. You are advised to keep your login credentials ready to avoid last-minute delays. Heavy traffic is expected on the portal.
12 20 PM IST - 03 Feb'26
JEE Main Response Sheet and Question Paper PDF to Be Released Together
Along with the provisional answer key, you will get access to your response sheet and the question paper PDF on February 4. This will allow you to match the answers you marked during the exam with the official provisional answers. By using these documents together, you can estimate your probable score in advance. You will need your application number and date of birth to log in. This step is essential for accurate score analysis before results.
11 50 AM IST - 03 Feb'26
NTA Confirms JEE Main Answer Key 2026 Session 1 Release Date via X
The National Testing Agency has officially confirmed through its X handle that the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 provisional answer key and response sheet will be released on February 4, 2026. If you appeared for the January session, you will be able to access the answer key directly from the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Along with the key, NTA will also release your recorded responses. This confirmation puts an end to speculation around the release timeline. You are advised to rely only on official sources for updates.
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