NTA JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026 Released – Download Now

National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the NTA JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026 on its official website. The answer key has been published for candidates who appeared in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session-I.

The JEE Main Session-I examination was conducted from 21 January to 29 January 2026, while the last date to submit the online application form was 11 December 2025. Candidates can now check and download the JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026 by logging into the portal using their Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth.

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NTA JEE Main Examination 2026 : Overview

Exam Name: Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session-I
Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Session: January (Session-I)
Answer Key Status: Released
Official Website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Important Dates – JEE Main Session-I 2026

Notification Released: 31 October 2025
Application Start Date: 31 October 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 27 November 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment: 27 November 2025
Correction Window: 01 – 02 December 2025
Exam Date: 21 – 29 January 2026
Exam City Intimation Slip: 08 January 2026
Admit Card Released: 17 January 2026
Answer Key Released: 04 February 2026
Result Declaration: To Be Updated Soon

JEE Main 2026 Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹1000/- to ₹2000/-
SC / ST / PwD: ₹500/- to ₹1000/-

Payment Mode (Online):

Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
IMPS
Mobile Wallet

NTA JEE Main 2026 Age Limit

Age Limit: As per NTA rules
Note: There is no specific age limit; candidates must satisfy eligibility based on year of passing Class 12
Reference: Candidates should check the official notification for detailed rules

About NTA JEE Main Session-I 2026 Examination

The NTA JEE Main 2026 examination serves as a national-level entrance test for admission into BE, B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning courses offered by IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions.

The online application process for JEE Main 2026 Session-I started on 31 October 2025. Millions of students across India appear in this highly competitive examination every year.

Educational Qualification – JEE Main 2026

Candidates must fulfill one of the following conditions:

Passed Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025, OR
Appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2026

Candidates are strongly advised to read the official information bulletin before applying.

How To Check & Download NTA JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026

Visit the official NTA JEE Main website
Go to the Latest News / Answer Key / Candidate Activity section
Click on JEE Main 2026 Session-I Answer Key
You will be redirected to the candidate login page
Enter your Application Number
Enter Date of Birth / Password
Fill the security captcha code
Click on Login / Submit
Your response sheet, question paper, and provisional answer key will appear
Select your exam shift and paper (Paper-1 / Paper-2)
Download and save the answer key PDF for reference

NTA JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026 – FAQs

What is the JEE Main Answer Key?
The JEE Main Answer Key contains the official correct answers to all questions asked in the examination, allowing candidates to calculate their probable score.

Is the Exam City Intimation Slip the same as the Answer Key?
No. The exam city slip only informs candidates about the exam city in advance. It is different from the answer key and admit card.

Who releases the JEE Main Session-I Answer Key 2026?
The answer key is released by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Do I need login credentials to check the answer key?
Yes. Candidates must login using their Application Number and Date of Birth / Password.

What is the official website of NTA JEE Main?
The official website is https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.