The JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates who appeared for the B.Arch (Paper 2A) and B.Plan (Paper 2B) examinations can now check and download their scorecards from the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result – Out
As per the latest update, the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Paper 2 Result was declared on February 24, 2026, following the release of the final answer key on February 23, 2026. Candidates must log in using their Application Number and Date of Birth to access the result.
This article provides complete details on how to check the result, download the scorecard, access the final answer key, and understand the next steps including counselling.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result – Overview
The JEE Main Paper 2 exam is conducted for admission into Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) and Bachelor of Planning (B.Plan) courses offered by NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions across India.
Important Highlights
- Exam Name: JEE Main 2026
- Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Paper: Paper 2 (B.Arch & B.Plan)
- Session: January Session 1
- Final Answer Key Release Date: February 23, 2026
- Result Release Date: February 24, 2026
- Official Website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Result Mode: Online Only
Candidates are advised to download and preserve their JEE Main Paper 2 Scorecard 2026 until the completion of the admission process.
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result?
Candidates can easily download their results by following the step-by-step process below:
Step-by-Step Procedure
- Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link titled “JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Result – Session 1”
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth
- Click on the Submit/Login button
- The JEE Main Paper 2 Scorecard 2026 will appear on the screen
- Verify all details carefully
- Download and take a printout for future reference
It is recommended to save both a digital copy and a printed copy of the scorecard.
Details Mentioned on JEE Main Paper 2 Scorecard 2026
The scorecard includes important information such as:
- Candidate’s Name
- Application Number
- Roll Number
- Father’s & Mother’s Name
- Category
- State Code of Eligibility
- Total NTA Score
- Subject-wise NTA Scores
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Qualification Status
Candidates must check all details carefully. In case of discrepancies, they should immediately contact the NTA helpline.
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Final Answer Key (Released)
Before announcing the result, NTA released the Final Answer Key for JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 (Session 1) on February 23, 2026. The result has been prepared based on this final answer key.
Steps to Download Final Answer Key
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on “JEE Main 2026 January Session Final Answer Key – Paper 2”
- The answer key PDF will be displayed
- Download the file
- Take a printout for reference
JEE Main 2026 Paper 2 Cut-Off
The qualifying cut-off for Paper 2 varies each year depending on factors such as:
- Number of candidates appearing
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Total available seats
- Category-wise reservation
The official category-wise cut-off marks will be released along with or after the Session 2 results.