The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially announced the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Key date. Candidates who appeared in the January attempt can soon download the provisional answer key, response sheet, and question paper PDF through the official JEE Main portal.
As per the latest update, the JEE Main 2026 response sheet and question paper will be released on February 4, 2026, along with the provisional answer key. The challenge window will also open on the same day.
Key Highlights: JEE Main 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet
Here are the important dates announced for Session 1:
- JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key Release Date: February 4, 2026
- Response Sheet & Question Paper Release Date: February 4, 2026
- Answer Key Challenge Window: February 4 to February 5, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Result Date (Session 1): By February 12, 2026
- Session 2 Registration Dates: February 1 to February 25, 2026
These updates are crucial for candidates who want to calculate their expected scores before the final results are declared.
What Will Be Released on February 4?
NTA will activate the candidate login on the official website to provide access to:
✅ JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key
✅ JEE Main 2026 Response Sheet (Recorded Responses)
✅ JEE Main 2026 Question Paper PDF (Shift-wise)
Candidates can view and download all these under their respective logins using application credentials.
Official Website to Check Answer Key
The provisional answer key and response sheet will be released on the official portal:
- jeemain.nta.nic.in
Candidates must avoid unofficial websites and rely only on NTA updates for final confirmation.
How to Download JEE Main Answer Key 2026 (Step-by-Step)
Candidates can follow these steps to download the answer key:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “JEE Main 2026 Answer Key”
- Login using:
- Application Number
- Password / Date of Birth
- Open the provisional answer key
- Download the PDF for future reference
You will also find your response sheet and question paper PDF in the same login dashboard.
How to Challenge JEE Main 2026 Answer Key?
After the release of provisional keys, NTA will open the objection/challenge facility.
Challenge Window:
📌 February 4 to February 5, 2026
Candidates can:
- Select the question ID
- Choose the option they believe is correct
- Upload supporting proof (if required)
- Pay the challenge fee
- Submit objections before the deadline
Once challenges are reviewed, NTA will release the final answer key, and the JEE Main result 2026 will be prepared accordingly.
JEE Main 2026 Result Date
NTA has confirmed that the JEE Main 2026 January attempt result will be announced by February 12, 2026.
The result will be released online in the form of a scorecard containing:
- Total NTA score
- Subject-wise score
- All India Rank (AIR) (if applicable)
- Qualification status for JEE Advanced
Important Note: Beware of Fake Paper Leak Claims
NTA has already warned students against fake messages circulating on social media platforms claiming “question paper leaks” or “answer key hacks”. Students are advised to stay alert and follow only official updates.
The release of the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key and response sheet on February 4 will help lakhs of candidates estimate their marks and decide their strategy for Session 2. Candidates should download the answer key as soon as it is released and raise objections (if any) within the challenge window.
For the latest official update, candidates should regularly check jeemain.nta.nic.in.
