The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the provisional answer key for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 on February 4, 2026 . Candidates can also download their response sheets and the question papers on the same day. The answer key will be available on the official JEE Main website.
Answer Key Challenge Window Opens Tomorrow
Following the release of the provisional answer key, the NTA will open a window for candidates to challenge the answers. This objection period starts on February 4, 2026 . Students will have until February 5, 2026 , to raise any objections. A fee will likely be required for each challenge submitted.
Key Dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key Release | February 4, 2026 |
| Response Sheets Available | February 4, 2026 |
| Answer Challenge Window Opens | February 4, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | February 5, 2026 |
| Final Result Declaration | By February 12, 2026 |
Where to Check the Answer Key
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 provisional answer key and response sheets will be accessible on the official JEE Main website. The direct URLs are:
jeemain.nta.nic.innta.ac.in
How to Download Response Sheets and Answer Key
Candidates should follow these steps to access their documents:
- Visit the official JEE Main website.
- Locate and click the link for the JEE Main response sheet and question paper.
- Download the PDF files for your records.
How to Submit Challenges
To raise objections against the provisional answer key, candidates must:
- Go to the official JEE Main website.
- Find and click the link for challenging the provisional answer key.
- Log in using your application ID and password.
- Select the question number and the answer you wish to challenge.
- Upload any supporting scanned documents.
- Pay the required fee for each challenge.
- Submit your objections.
The NTA will review the challenges. The final answer key will be published before the declaration of results, which is scheduled by February 12, 2026 .