JEE Main 2026: Challenge Session 1 Provisional Answer Key by Today (11:50 PM); Result by Feb 12

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Somdatta Roy

Senior Content Writer | Updated on - Feb 6, 2026

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 provisional answer keys for Paper 1 (B.E. /B. Tech) are released, accompanied by the individual response sheets and the official question papers. Cross-verify the answers before the release of final results. Check out the process for challenging the answer key below.

To calculate your raw score, compare your response sheet with the provisional answer key using the standard JEE marking scheme. You get +4 for every correct answer, while -1 is deducted for each incorrect response, with the unanswered questions or those marked for review carrying no negative mark. The objection window for JEE Main 2026 answer key is open until February 6, 2026 (11:50 PM).

The examination held between January 21 and 29 featured enhanced security measures like biometric verification and live photo. NTA plans to declare the JEE Main 2026 final results by February 12 after reviewing all submitted challenges. Simultaneously, you can begin registering for the Session 2 exams until February 25, 2026.

JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) Response Sheet: How to Check?

To download your JEE Main 2026 Session 1 response sheet, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the official NTA portal for JEE Main: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Step 2: Select the specific option labeled for the JEE Main 2026 answer key and candidate response sheet.
Step 3: Log in by entering your Application number and Password.
Step 4: Once authenticated, your personalized 2026 response sheet will be available for viewing and download.

Challenge JEE Main 2026 Provisional Answer Key

To challenge the JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key, follow this brief process:

Log in with your JEE Main 2026 credentials via the "Challenge(s) regarding Answer Key" link.
View the Question IDs for Paper 1 (Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry); the 'Correct Option' column shows NTA’s official answer.
To contest an answer, check the box next to your desired Option ID and upload any supporting evidence as a single PDF.
Scroll down to "Save your claim" to review your list of challenged questions.
Click "Save your claim and Pay Fee finally" to pay the non-refundable fee of INR 200 per question via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.

JEE Main 2026 Registered Candidate Login

If a challenge is validated, the Answer Key is revised and applied to all candidates to prepare the result. For assistance, candidates can contact 011-40759000 or email [email protected]. No individual objection will be accepted after this.

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