Exam Results Declared! JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Scores Are Out

February 16, 2026 – The wait is over for lakhs of engineering aspirants across India! The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially declared the results for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 1 today. This major announcement has sent a wave of anticipation and excitement through the student community.

Key Highlights of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results

The results, announced on February 16, have brought some remarkable statistics:

• Perfect Scorers: A total of 12 candidates have achieved the coveted perfect 100 percentile score.

• Female Topper: Ashi Grewal from Haryana has emerged as the female topper with an impressive 99.99 percentile.

• Massive Participation: Over 13 lakh candidates appeared for the exam, showcasing the intense competition.

• Rising Female Participation: Nearly 4.5 lakh female candidates took the exam, indicating a positive trend in gender representation in engineering pursuits.

• State-wise Performance: Toppers have emerged from various states including Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Telangana, highlighting talent from across the nation.

Direct Links to Check Your Result

Candidates can view their scores on the official NTA websites. Due to heavy traffic, if one link is slow, try another.

• Primary Link: jeemain.nta.nic.in

• Alternative Link 1: nta.ac.in

• Alternative Link 2: ntaresults.nic.in

How to Check Exam Results Online on Any Device

Whether you are using a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, the process to check your result is simple. Follow these steps:

1. Open your preferred web browser (like Chrome, Safari, or Firefox).

2. Visit one of the official websites listed above (e.g., jeemain.nta.nic.in).

3. On the homepage, look for the link that says "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result" or "Download Scorecard" and click on it.

4. You will be redirected to a login page. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth in the required fields.

5. Enter the Security Pin (CAPTCHA) shown on the screen.

6. Click on the "Submit" button.

7. Your JEE Main 2026 Session 1 scorecard will be displayed on the screen.

8. Download the scorecard and take a printout for future reference, as it will be needed for counselling and admission processes.

Other Education News

In other news, the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) also declared its vocational exam results earlier this month. Additionally, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 and 12 board exams have begun, with a significant shift to digital evaluation (On-Screen Marking) for Class 12 answer sheets this year.

Congratulations to all the successful candidates! For those who didn't get their desired score, remember that JEE Main Session 2 is another opportunity to improve your performance. Stay focused and keep preparing!

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[2]: JEE Main 2026 Result (OUT) Live Updates: BE/BTech Paper Results Announced, Download Link Here - NDTV

[3]: JEE Main Result 2026 LIVE: What a 100 percentile means for rank and admissions?

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