JEE Main 2026 Session 2 City Intimation Slip Out, Admit Card, Exam Dates, Question Papers, Result and Cutoff

Updated on - Mar 23, 2026

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21 Mar, 2026 JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Released: Download Now

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 City Intimation Slip has been released on 21 March 2026 on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Now the candidates are waiting for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit card.

It is expected to be released around 28- 30 March 2026, generally 3 to 4 days before the exams. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exams will be held from April 2 to April 8, 2026.

For JEE Main 2026 Session 2, registrations are expected to exceed 11.5 lakh, compared to 10.61 lakh registered and 9.92 lakh appeared in 2025 Session 2.

Based on JEE Main 2025 and 2026 Session 1 trends, JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is expected to be moderate to difficult and slightly tougher than Session 1.
The exam will be conducted in CBT mode, consisting of a total of 75 questions
The paper includes 3 subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, each carrying 100 marks.

If you have scored lower than your expected scores in JEE Main Session 1, the JEE Main Session 2 can be your saviour.

With an improvement of around 20-25 marks in JEE Main Session 2, you can boost your percentile, as it is a second opportunity to improve your rank and secure a better college.

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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 City Intimation Slip, Admit Card, Exam Dates, Question Papers, Result and Cutoff

Key Summary

In this Article, we have discussed JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration, admit card, including the JEE Main Session 1 Result, Final Answer Key, Cutoff, and College Predictor.

JEE Main Session 2 registration is now over, and the admit cards will be available 3-4 days before the test.
The JoSAA for JEE Main Session 2 Counselling Begins June 2026 (expected)
For the general category candidate, the JEE Main Session 1 percentile will be around 91-94, whereas for OBC/EWS, it will be around 78-88.
Around 75% board marks are mandatory for IIT/NIT Admissions by JoSAA despite qualification in JEE Main.
If you score below 90 percentile, you can get a seat through state counselling, private universities, and GFTIs using JEE Main scores.
After JoSAA rounds, CSAB special rounds fill vacant NIT+ seats, giving another admission opportunity for candidates with ranks up to 40,000–80,000+.

Table of Contents

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Important Dates
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration
How to apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2?
How Many Candidates Registered for JEE Main Session 2?
JEE Main Correction Window 2026 Session 2
What to Do If I Have Missed JEE Main Session 2 Registration?
JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card 2026
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Dates: Previous Years
JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card: Details Mentioned
JEE Main Session 1 Result
How to Download JEE Main Result 2026?
How to Download he JEE Main Final Answer Key & Calculate Your Final Raw Score?
JEE Main Percentile Calculation
JEE Main Session 1 Toppers List
JEE Main Result: Next Steps Based on Percentile
What After JEE Main 2026 Result?
JEE Main College Predictor
JEE Main 2026 Shift-Wise Marks vs Percentile Analysis
JEE Main 2026 Safe Score for NITs/IIITs
JEE Main Seat Matrix 2026 (Expected)
JEE Main 2026 Reservation Criteria
JEE Main Counselling 2026
FAQs for JEE Main 2026

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Important Dates

The JEE Main final answer key is out, and the JEE Main 2026 Result has been released. Registration for session 2 is ongoing. You should know the important dates related to the results, session 2 exams & counselling.

Event	Date
Session 2 Admit Card	28 - 30 March 2026(3–4 days before the exam)
Session 2 Exam Dates	Apr 2 – Apr 9, 2026
Final Rank & AIR Release	After Session 2
JoSAA Counselling Begins	June 2026 (expected)
Session 2 Registration Last Date (Over)	~~Feb 25, 2026 (9 PM)~~

Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in

Check: Important Dates for JEE Main 2026

How Many Candidates Registered for JEE Main Session 2?

Every year, a large number of candidates appear for JEE Main Session 2 after Session 1, to improve their score or because they have missed the first attempt.

Check year-wise registration statistics for candidates appearing in session 2 & session 1, as per the official data from NTA and exam statistics:

In Years 2024 & 2025, the candidates registered in session 2 are the same as those in session 1, showing a high interest in the improvement session.
In 2023, the registration for session 2 was more than for session 1.
As the NTA chooses the best scores out of 2 sessions for ranking, the candidates choose to sit in both sessions to increase their score.

Year	Session 1 Registered Candidates	Session 2 Registered Candidates	% Increase from Session 1 to Session 2
2025	13,11,544	10,61,840	81% of Session 1
2024	12,21,624	11,79,569	97% of Session 1
2023	8,60,064	9,31,334	108% of Session 1
2022	8,72,970	6,22,034	71% of Session 1

Check: How many students appeared for JEE Main 2026?

How Many Candidates Registered for JEE Main Session 2

JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card 2026

The JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card is the official hall ticket issued by NTA for candidates appearing in the April Session of the JEE Main 2026 Exam. Without the JEE Main Admit Card, the candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.

If there is any discrepancy in the JEE Main Admit Card, you can contact the official authorities at the number and email id:

JEE Helpline Number - 91 7703859909 / 91 8076535482
Email ID - jeemain-nta@gov.in

JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Dates: Previous Years

Looking at the JEE Main Admit Card, previous-year dates have a similar pattern, with the admit card released 3 to 4 days before the exam. This will help you have an expected timeline for the admit card and download without waiting for the official announcement.

Year	Session	Exam Dates	Admit Card Release Timeline
2025	Session 1	Jan 24–Feb 1	Jan 20–21, 2025
2025	Session 2	Apr 1–15	Mar 28–29, 2025
2024	Session 1	Jan 24–Feb 1	Jan 20–21, 2024
2024	Session 2	Apr 4–12	Mar 31–Apr 1, 2024
2023	Session 1	Jan 24–Feb 1	Jan 20–21, 2023
	Session 2	Apr 6–15	Apr 2–3, 2023

JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card: Details Mentioned

The details mentioned in the JEE Main Admit Card are:

Candidate Details: Name, photograph, signature, application number, and roll number for identity verification.
Exam Paper: Paper type (BTech/BArch/BPlan), exam medium, question paper code, and duration.
Exam Schedule: Exam date, shift, reporting time, gate closing time, and exam timing.
Exam Centre: Exam city, centre name, complete address, and centre code.
Category Details: Category, gender, and PwD status for official records.
Instructions: Exam-day guidelines, permitted items, and prohibited materials.

JEE Main Admit Card Sample

Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in

Ques: Can candidates who appeared in Session 1 register again for JEE Main Session 2?

Ans: Yes, candidates who appeared in JEE Main Session 1 can also register for Session 2. They do not need to create a new account. Instead, they can log in using their existing application number and password, choose Session 2, and pay the additional exam fee.

Ques: What should candidates do if there is an error in the JEE Main Session 2 admit card?

Ans: If a candidate finds any incorrect information on the JEE Main admit card, they should immediately contact the National Testing Agency through the official helpline or email support. The issue should be reported before the exam date so that corrections can be made in time.

Ques: Is it mandatory to carry a printed copy of the JEE Main Session 2 admit card to the exam center?

Ans: Yes, candidates must carry a printed copy of the JEE Main Session 2 admit card to the exam center. Along with the admit card, they should also bring a valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, passport, or voter ID for verification.

JEE Main Session 1 Result

The Candidates can check their JEE Main 2026 result on the official website after clicking on the “JEE Main Result 2026 Session-1.

Source: JEE Main Results

How to Download JEE Main Result 2026?

The JEE Main Result 2026 will be released online on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. You can download the JEE Main Session 1 Scorecard by using the Application Number & password.

You can check this video by @collegedunia to know how to download the JEE Main Result in a step-by-step way.

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Ques. How can I download the JEE Main 2026 scorecard from the official website?

Ans. The JEE Main Scorecard 2026 will be released online on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.

You can log in by using the NTA website and download the PDF scorecard for counselling and admission use.

Step	Action
1	Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
2	Click on “JEE Main 2026 Result”
3	Enter login credentials
4	Download scorecard PDF

Ques. What login details are required to check the JEE Main 2026 result?

Ans. To check the JEE Main Result, you will require the application number and password.

These will be the same as those created during the registration process, along with a security pin.
The result will include Candidate details, application number, Subject-wise percentile, Overall percentile, Raw scores, Exam session and paper.

How to Download he JEE Main Final Answer Key & Calculate Your Final Raw Score?

The JEE Main Final Answer key will be released along with the session 1 result, which will be used to calculate the final raw scores and percentiles.

You can download the answer key PDF and match it with the response sheet to calculate the final marks before the results are declared.
To download the JEE Main Final Answer key, no login is required, as it will be released in PDF Form on the homepage of jeemain.nta.nic.in.

How to Calculate JEE Main 2026 Raw Score?

You can calculate the JEE Main Raw Score with the help of the final answer key by simply using the marking scheme.

As per the marking scheme, +4 marks will be given to each correct answer, and -1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Formula for Raw Score:

Raw Score = (Correct Answers × 4) – (Incorrect Answers × 1)

For example:

Parameter	Example Value
Total Correct Answers	55
Total Incorrect Answers	10
Marks from Correct Answers	55 × 4 = 220
Negative Marks	10 × 1 = 10
Final Raw Score	220 – 10 = 210

After the raw score is calculated, NTA will normalise it to generate the final percentile score, which determines the final rank & eligibility for JEE Advanced & Counselling.

Also Check: JEE Main Percentile, NTA Score & Category-Wise AIR

JEE Main Percentile Calculation

The NTA will use the normalisation method to convert raw scores into percentiles across shifts. The Percentile will show the percentage of candidates who scored equal to or below a candidate in that session.

JEE Main Percentile Formula:

Percentile = (Number of candidates with score ≤ yours ÷ Total candidates in session) × 100

For Example:

Candidate Raw Score	Candidates Below	Total Candidates in Shift	Percentile
232	92,000	95,000	(92,000/95,000)×100 = 96.84
180	70,000	95,000	73.68
120	40,000	95,000	42.10

Ques. What is a safe score in JEE Main 2026 for NITs and IIITs admission?

Ans. In JEE Main, the Safe Score depends on the category and branch preference. For general candidates, a 170 -220+ score is considered competitive for top NITs/IIITs options.

Score Range	Admission Chances
220+	Top NIT CSE
180–220	Good NIT/IIIT
140–180	Decent NIT
120–140	Lower NIT/GFTI

Ques. What is the expected JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff percentile?

Ans. The JEE Advanced Qualifying cutoff is expected to be around the 93–95 percentile for the General category, based on recent trends and participation levels.

Category	Expected Percentile Cutoff
General	93–95
OBC/EWS	90–93
SC	60–75
ST	50–65

Check:

200 Marks In JEE Main Percentile	120 marks in JEE Main percentile
250 marks in JEE Main percentile	150 Marks in JEE Main Percentile
180 Marks in JEE Main Percentile	220 Marks in JEE Main Percentile
50 Marks in JEE Main Percentile	190 Marks in JEE Main Percentile
70 Marks in JEE Main Percentile	40 Marks in JEE Main Percentile
30 Marks in JEE Main Percentile	10 Marks in JEE Main Percentile

JEE Main Session 1 Toppers List

In the JEE Main Result Press Release, NTA has released the list of the total number of candidates registered & appeared in the exam, along with the state-wise toppers, gender-wise toppers & category-wise toppers.

JEE Main Overall Toppers 2026

JEE Main State-Wise Toppers

JEE Main Gender-Wise Toppers

Source: JEE Main Result Release PDF

JEE Main Result: Next Steps Based on Percentile

The Best Percentile, from both sessions 1 & 2, will be used for the final ranking.
The AIR and JEE Advanced eligibility will be released only after the Session 2 results.
You can apply to different entrance exams to increase the admission options.
Along with JEE Main preparation, also maintain 75% in boards.
If you have scored above 95 percentile, you should shift towards the Advanced level practice.
If your score is below 90%, then you should treat your april attempt as the main scoring chance.

Percentile Range	What It Means	Recommended Focus
95%ile & above	Strong position for top NITs/IITs	Start JEE Advanced preparation Maintain Mains practice for Session 2 improvement
90–95%ile	Borderline for top branches	Focus on the April attempt to boost the percentile; then decide on Advanced
Below 90%ile	Needs major improvement	Target Session 2 + other exams like BITSAT, COMEDK, state CETs Aim for the best college options

What After JEE Main 2026 Result?

After the declaration of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result, you can check your percentile, have rank expectations and chances of admission.

The Next step will include appearing for session 2, checking for JEE Advanced Eligibility, and preparing for JoSAA Counselling for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs.

Next Steps After the JEE Main Result

After both sessions are conducted, the best percentile will be used for the Final AIR and Counselling.
The candidates who are above the required cutoff can register for JEE Advanced 2026.
If you are targeting NIT/IIIT branches, consider giving the session 2 exam for improvement.
Start shortlisting colleges based on expected rank and previous cutoffs.

Step	Timeline	What to Do
Check Scorecard & Percentile	Immediately after the result	Download and verify details
Decide on Session 2 Attempt	Feb 2026	Reappear for score improvement if needed
Session 2 Registration Last Date	Feb 25, 2026	Apply on the NTA portal
JEE Advanced Eligibility Check	After Session 2	Top 2.5 lakh candidates qualify
Final AIR Release	After Session 2 results	Based on the best percentile
JoSAA Counselling Registration	June 2026 (expected)	Choice filling for colleges
Seat Allotment Rounds	June–July 2026	Accept/upgrade/freeze seat

Ques. When will JoSAA counselling for JEE Main 2026 start?

Ans. The JoSAA Counselling is expected to start in June 2026, after the session 2 results and the release of the final rank. This will include registration, choice filling, and seat allotment rounds.

Stage	Expected Timeline
Registration	June 2026
Choice Filling	June 2026
Seat Allotment	June–July 2026

Ques. Can I improve my percentile by appearing in JEE Main Session 2?

Ans. Yes, if not satisfied with the session 1 score, you can appear in session 2 to improve your percentile.

The NTA will consider the best percentile of both sessions for the final ranking, without any disadvantage for multiple attempts.

JEE Main College Predictor

The JEE Main College Predictor will help the candidates check which college and branch they can get according to their expected percentiles and rank.

Top Colleges Accepting JEE Main Scores

Institute Category	College Name	Admission Mode
NIT	NIT Tiruchirappalli (NIT Trichy)	JoSAA Counselling
	NIT Surathkal
	NIT Warangal
	NIT Calicut
IIIT	IIIT Hyderabad	Institute Counselling
	IIIT Allahabad	JoSAA Counselling
	IIIT Bangalore	Institute Counselling
GFTI	IIEST Shibpur	JoSAA / CSAB
	BIT Mesra
	PEC Chandigarh
Delhi Govt College	DTU Delhi	JAC Delhi
Delhi Govt College	NSUT Delhi	JAC Delhi
State University	Jadavpur University	State Counselling
Private (JEE Main Based)	LNMIIT Jaipur	Institute Counselling

Check: List of colleges accepting more than 90 percentile

JEE Main 2026 Shift-Wise Marks vs Percentile Analysis

The JEE Main Percentile will be calculated by using the shift-wise normalisation, so the raw marks will differ for each day as per the shift.The JEE Main Percentile will be your relative performance as per the overall session’s performance, depending on the shift-wise difficulty.

Check an expected range of Marks vs percentile, the actual percentiles will depend on shift-wise performance and score distribution.

JEE Main Overall Shift-Wise Marks vs Percentile (Expected)

The JEE Main Marks vs Percentile will differ as per the candidate’s shift, but the normalisation will ensure rank fairness in the shifts.
With a difference of 5-10 marks, your result percentile can still be the same.
Maths is the most-time consuming, which also shows fewer marks for the same percentile.
Inan easier shift, the marks will be higher for the same percentile, because of a better average performance.

Percentile Range	Easier Shifts (High Scoring)	Moderate Shifts	Tougher Shifts (Time-Consuming)
99+	195–205	188–198	180–190
98–99	178–194	170–187	162–175
95–97	158–177	150–169	142–155
90–94	138–157	130–149	122–135
85–89	122–137	115–129	108–120

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JEE Main 2026 Safe Score for NITs/IIITs

As more than 13 lakh candidates appeared in JEE Main Session 1, the competition for NITs and IIITs is expected to be high in 2026.

A “Safe Score” depends upon the branch preference, category, and college tier, but data trends from recent years suggest that scoring 170–220+ significantly improves chances for top branches and institutes.

JEE Main Category-Wise Safe Score Estimate

Category	Safe Score for Top NITs/IIITs	Safe Score for Decent NIT/IIIT	Expected Percentile Range
General (UR)	200 – 230+	140 – 180	96 – 99.5
EWS	190 – 220	130 – 170	95 – 99
OBC-NCL	180 – 210	120 – 160	94 – 98.5
SC	120 – 150	90 – 120	80 – 94
ST	90 – 120	70 – 100	70 – 90
PwD	70 – 100	50 – 80	60 – 85

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JEE Main Seat Matrix 2026 (Expected)

The JEE Main seat matrix 2026 is expected to provide around 42,000-43,000 seats across the NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, increased to 60,000 with IITs included.

NITs lead with 24,500–25,000 seats, followed by 9,800–10,000 in IIITs and 11,000 in GFTIs, with a steady 3–4% yearly increase driven by new courses and female supernumerary seats.
The General category candidates will have the largest share of seats, while EWS will have around 7-8%, and the PwD category will have the horizontal reservation.

Check: JEE Main vs JEE Advanced

JEE Main Institute-Wise Seat Matrix (Expected)

Institute Type	Number of Institutes	Approx B.Tech Seats
NITs	31	24,000
IIITs	26	10,000
GFTIs	40+	11,000
Total Seats	—	43,000- 45,000

IIT seats (~17,000), which are filled through JEE Advanced, are not included here.

Also Check: JEE Main Seat Matrix 2026

JEE Main 2026 Reservation Criteria

In JEE Main, the Seat allocation by JoSAA will follow the Government of India policies. These reservations will apply across NITs, IIITs and Most GFTIs, with additional home-state quotas in NITs.

JEE Main Category-Wise Reservation

Category	Reservation Percentage
EWS	10%
OBC-NCL	27%
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
PwD (within each category)	5%
Female Supernumerary Seats	20% (in select institutes)
Home State Quota (NITs)	50% seats

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JEE Main Counselling 2026

The JEE Main Counselling for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs will be conducted by JoSAA after the release of the final AIR after Session 2.

The JEE Main Counselling process is completely online and includes registration, choice filling, multiple seat allotment rounds, and final admission confirmation.

Stage	Timeline (Expected)	Detailed Explanation
JoSAA Registration	June 2026	Candidates log in using JEE Main credentials and complete counselling registration. Only registered candidates can participate in seat allotment.
Choice Filling	June 2026	Fill and arrange NIT/IIIT/GFTI branches in order of preference. More choices increase the chances of allotment. Lock choice before the deadline.
Mock Allotment Rounds	June 2026	JoSAA releases 1–2 mock allotments. The candidates should understand the possible seat outcomes and modifies choices accordingly.
Round 1 Seat Allocation	June 2026	First official allotment based on AIR, category, and preferences. Candidates must choose Freeze/Float/Slide and pay the seat acceptance fee.
Document Upload & Verification	After allotment	Upload the required documents online for verification. Failure to verify can lead to seat cancellation.
Subsequent Rounds (2–6)	June–July 2026	Candidates can upgrade seat using the Float/Slide options. Cutoffs drop slightly in later rounds.
Final Seat Allotment	July 2026	The last round confirms the final institute and branch. No further upgrades after this stage.
Reporting to the Institute	July–Aug 2026	Candidates report to the allotted institute (online/offline) and complete admission formalities.

Also Check: JEE Main Counselling 2026

FAQs for JEE Main 2026

Ques. When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result be declared?

Ans. The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result is officially expected to be released on 12th Feb 2026; it can also be released on the evening of 11th Feb as well, along with the final answer key.

Event	Date (Expected)
Final Answer Key	Feb 11–12, 2026
Session 1 Result	By Feb 12, 2026
Scorecard Download	Same day as the result

Ques. When will the JEE Main 2026 final answer key be released?

Ans. The JEE Main Final Answer key is expected to be released before the Session 1 Result. On the basis of the final answer key, the result will be released.

JEE Main Answer Key Timeline

Stage	Status
Provisional Key	Released
Objection Window	Closed
Final Key	Before result
Result	After the final key

Ques. How can I calculate my JEE Main 2026 raw score using the answer key?

Ans. To calculate your score, you can match your responses with the final answer key and use the marking scheme to estimate your raw marks before normalisation.

JEE Main Score calculation Formula:

Raw Score = (Correct × 4) – (Incorrect × 1)

Ques. How many candidates appeared for JEE Main 2026 Session 1?

Ans. Around 13.5 lakh candidates registered for JEE Main Session 1, from which 13,00,368 candidates appeared.

The attendance rate of 96%, showing high competition in the exam.

Ques. What are the total seats available through JEE Main 2026 counselling?

Ans. The total JEE Main Scores used for Admission in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs are around 45,000 B.Tech Seats.

Institute Type	Seats
NITs	24,000
IIITs	9,000
GFTIs	11, 000
Total	45, 000

Ques. What should I do after the JEE Main 2026 result is declared?

Ans. After the JEE Main Session 1 result is declared, you can analyse percentile, predict rank, and plan next steps like Session 2 attempt or counselling preparation.

Next Steps after result declaration are:

Step	Action
Download scorecard	Check percentile
Decide Session 2	Improve score if needed
Track AIR release	After Session 2
Prepare for JoSAA	Shortlist colleges

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

JEE Main 2026 : 8 Answered Questions

Ques. What is the expected rank (AIR) for Sastra University Thanjavur for Biotechnology?

If you are targeting B.Tech in Biotechnology at SASTRA University, Thanjavur , a JEE Main All India Rank of 9,000 to 13,000 (General category) would typically be safe based on past trends and anticipated cutoffs. Quick Details: Criteria Details Expected JEE Main Rank (Gen) 9,000 – 13,000 Eligibility 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Maths/Bio Admission Mode Based on JEE Main + Class 12 marks Seat Distribution 70% seats through JEE Main stream Branch Expected Rank Range CSE (Computer Science) 1,500 – 5,000 IT (Information Technology) 3,000 – 7,000 ECE (Electronics & Communication) 4,000 – 8,000 Biotechnology 9,000 – 13,000 So, if your JEE Main ranking is close to 9,000 to 13,000, you have a highly likely chance of securing a seat in Biotech in SASTRA. Ensure your 12th board marks are also good as they're taken into account as well....Read More

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