The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result for B.Arch and B.Planning courses, bringing relief and excitement to thousands of aspirants across India. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check and download their scorecards from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in, as well as popular education portals like manabadi.co.in for quick access. The result includes important details such as percentile scores, All India Rank (AIR), and qualifying status, which are crucial for admission into top architecture and planning colleges. MB
Contents
- 0.1 JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result Out
- 0.2 JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result – Key Highlights
- 0.3 JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Toppers List (AIR Rank 1)
- 0.4 Exam Statistics & Participation
- 0.5 How to Download JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Scorecard
- 0.6 Details Mentioned on Scorecard
- 1 What’s Next After JEE Main Paper 2 Result?
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result Out
In the JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 results, four students have secured a perfect 100 percentile score, showcasing outstanding performance in this highly competitive exam. The toppers include Meera Krishna R S, Suryathejus S, Gowri Sankar V, and Sarthak Agarwal, with three candidates from Kerala and one from Uttar Pradesh. With over one lakh candidates appearing across sessions, the competition remains intense, and students should now focus on the next steps, including counselling through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) and securing admission in top institutes.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result – Key Highlights
- Exam Name: Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026
- Conducting Authority: NTA
- Courses: B.Arch & B.Planning
- Result Status: Released
- Official Website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Scorecard Mode: Online
The results include important details such as percentile scores, All India Rank (AIR), subject-wise marks, and qualifying status. Candidates are advised to download and preserve their scorecards for future admission processes.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Toppers List (AIR Rank 1)
Four candidates have secured a perfect 100 percentile score, showcasing exceptional performance:
- Meera Krishna R S – 100 – Kerala
- Suryathejus S – 100 – Kerala
- Gowri Sankar V – 100 – Kerala
- Sarthak Agarwal – 100 – Uttar Pradesh
Out of the four toppers, one is a female candidate, and notably, three students are from Kerala, reflecting strong regional performance.
Exam Statistics & Participation
- Around 1 lakh candidates appeared in the January session
- In the April session:
- 54,953 candidates registered in India
- 270 candidates registered from abroad
- Overall attendance: ~73%
- Aadhaar authentication success: ~97%
In the earlier January session:
- 3 students scored 99.99+ percentile in B.Arch
- 2 students scored 99.98+ percentile in B.Planning
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Scorecard
Candidates can follow the steps below to download their scorecards:
- Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result”
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
- Click on the Submit button
- Your result will appear on the screen
- Download the scorecard and take a printout
It is recommended to verify all details mentioned in the scorecard, including name, roll number, and marks.
Details Mentioned on Scorecard
The JEE Main Paper 2 scorecard contains:
- Candidate’s Name
- Application Number
- Roll Number
- Subject-wise Scores
- Total Percentile Score
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Category Rank
- Qualifying Status
Any discrepancies should be reported immediately to the authorities.
What’s Next After JEE Main Paper 2 Result?
After the result announcement, the next important steps include:
1. Final Answer Key
NTA releases the final answer key along with or before results, ensuring transparency in evaluation.
2. Cutoff Marks
The cutoff percentile will determine eligibility for admission and participation in counselling.
3. JoSAA Counselling
Qualified candidates must register for the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process for seat allocation in top institutes.
4. AIR Rank & Admissions
Candidates will be assigned All India Ranks (AIR) based on their performance, which will be used for admissions into:
- Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)
- National Institutes of Technology (NITs)
- Schools of Planning and Architecture (SPAs)
- Other participating colleges
Participating Colleges for B.Arch & B.Planning
Several reputed institutions accept JEE Main Paper 2 scores, including:
- IIT Roorkee (Architecture)
- NIT Trichy
- NIT Calicut
- SPA Delhi
- SPA Bhopal
- SPA Vijayawada
These institutes offer world-class education and career opportunities in architecture and planning.


