The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 provisional answer key and response sheets on February 4, 2026 . Students can access these documents online. The window to challenge the answer key opens immediately and closes on February 5, 2026 . The final results for JEE Main Session 1 are expected by February 12, 2026 .
Key Dates Announced
The NTA has published a schedule for the post-exam process. Candidates must review the answer key and their response sheets during the designated challenge period. This allows students to submit any objections they may have regarding the provisional answers provided by the NTA.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Challenge Window | February 4 to 5, 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 1 Final Results Declaration | By February 12, 2026 |
How to Download Response Sheet
To download the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 response sheet, students should follow these steps:
- Visit the official JEE Main website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Locate and click the link for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Response Sheet download. This is usually found under the ‘LATEST NEWS’ section.
- Enter your application number, date of birth, and any other required login credentials.
- Your response sheet will then be displayed.
- Review all details on the sheet and download it for your records.
Official Announcement and Support
The NTA confirmed these dates via an official announcement on social media. The tweet specified the answer challenge window dates and the final result declaration timeline. Students can find contact information for support on the official NTA website.
For any errors or issues encountered while checking results or downloading documents, candidates can contact the NTA. The official email address is jeemain@nta.ac.in . Alternatively, candidates can call the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 .