NTA JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026
This page provides all practical details about the NTA JEE Main Session‑I Answer Key 2026 – what it is, where to find it, and how to use it. It is intended for candidates who have already submitted their application or are preparing to do so.
Important Dates
| Item | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 October 2025 |
| Application Start | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 November 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Exam Fee Payment Deadline | 27 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | 21‑30 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 17 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 04 February 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2023, 2024, or 2025.
- The qualification must meet the academic requirements specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection is based solely on performance in the online Computer‑Based Test (CBT). There is no interview for this stage.
Admit Card & Result Information
The admit card for the examination can be downloaded using the link provided in the “Official Links” section. The result will be announced after the final answer key is evaluated; dates will be notified on the official website.
Who Should Apply and Who Should Not
Apply if: You have completed or are appearing for Class 12 in 2025, meet the academic criteria, and are ready to sit for a national‑level engineering entrance test.
Do NOT apply if: You have not yet passed Class 12, or your qualification does not meet the eligibility standards set by NTA.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make
- Submitting incomplete personal details in the online form.
- Missing the fee payment deadline, leading to application rejection.
- Delaying admit card download until the last minute.
- Entering incorrect registration number or password when downloading the answer key.
How to Download the Answer Key – Step‑by‑Step
- Visit the official NTA website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
- Locate the “Answer Key – NTA JEE Main Session‑I 2026” link in the notifications list.
- Click the link and you will be redirected to the candidate login page.
- Enter your Registration Number, Login ID, Password/Birth Date, and the Captcha Code as shown.
- Submit the details and click the “Login” button.
- After successful authentication, the answer key PDF will be available for download.
- Alternatively, the answer key can be accessed directly from the official site without logging in, via the notification link.
Official Links
- Official JEE Main Notification (PDF)
- Download Answer Key
- Apply Online / Correction Form
- Result portal: notifications will be posted on the same website after evaluation.
Expiry / Update Note
Once the answer key has been used for challenge submission, this page will no longer be updated with new dates. Candidates should monitor the official NTA website for any future announcements regarding result declaration or further rounds.
For the latest information, refer to the official JEE Main portal or the NTA notifications page.
You now have a clear roadmap to obtain and use the NTA JEE Main Session‑I Answer Key 2026. Follow the steps outlined, keep your credentials ready, and stay updated through the official channels.
