12 Students Score 100 Percentile in National Testing Agency JEE Main Paper-1 Result | Download NTA Scorecard & Next Steps
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) has been officially declared on 16 February 2026 by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Candidates who appeared in the January 2026 computer-based examination can now download their scorecard and NTA percentile from the official portals jeemain.nta.nic.in or nta.ac.in.
A total of 13,55,293 candidates registered, while 13,04,653 appeared, resulting in an impressive 96.26% attendance rate. Notably, 12 candidates achieved a perfect 100 percentile, marking the top performance in Session 1.
📌 JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Main 2026 Session 1 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Paper | Paper 1 (B.E. / B.Tech.) |
| Result Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Registered Candidates | 13,55,293 |
| Appeared Candidates | 13,04,653 |
| Attendance Percentage | 96.26% |
| Perfect 100 Percentile | 12 Students |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
JEE Main 2026 Result Highlights: The Numbers
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Registered Candidates | 13,55,293 |
| Appeared Candidates | 13,04,653 |
| Attendance Percentage | 96.26% |
| 100 Percentile Scorers | 12 Students |
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result & Download Scorecard
Candidates are advised to use the official website to avoid phishing links. Follow these step-by-step instructions:
| Step Number | Action & Procedure |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Visit the official NTA result portals: jeemain.nta.nic.in or nta.ac.in. |
| Step 2 | On the homepage, locate and click on the active link titled "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Scorecard Download." |
| Step 3 | A new login window will appear. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth (or your unique Password). |
| Step 4 | Carefully type the Security Pin (Captcha) as displayed on the screen to verify your session. |
| Step 5 | Click on the "Submit" or "Sign In" button to retrieve your NTA score (percentile). |
| Step 6 | Your digital scorecard will be displayed. Download the PDF and take a printout. You will need this for the JoSAA 2026 counselling. |
| ⚠️ Advisory: Always use the official NTA websites mentioned above to avoid fraudulent links and phishing attempts. | |
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📄 Details Mentioned on JEE Main Scorecard
The official scorecard contains:
- Candidate name & roll number
- Application number & category
- Date of birth & parent’s name
- Photograph & signature
- NTA percentile score
- All India Rank (AIR) (after Session 2)
This document is mandatory for counselling and admission.
🚀 What After JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result?
After Session 1:
- Session 2 exam will be conducted in April 2026.
- Final AIR will be based on the best NTA score from both sessions.
- Qualified candidates should:
- Prepare for JEE Advanced 2026 (for IIT admission).
- Register for JoSAA counselling for NIT/IIIT/GFTI seats.
- Re-attempt Session 2 to improve percentile.