NTA Releases JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 Answer Key Check Now

The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 for Paper 1 on February 4, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Joint Entrance Examination (B.E./B.Tech) can now check the provisional answer key on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. After checking the answer key, candidates can compare their responses with the official answers and estimate their probable scores. This helps students evaluate their performance and plan their next academic steps.

NTA has also uploaded the question papers along with candidates recorded responses on the official website. Students can now review their submitted answers and identify any discrepancies. If candidates notice any error or mismatch in the provisional answer key, they can raise objections through the official online process.

Objection Process and Important Deadline

NTA has opened the objection window for candidates who want to challenge the provisional answer key. Candidates can submit objections online until February 6, 2026, at 11:50 PM. To challenge any answer, candidates must pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₹200 per question. NTA will review objections only after candidates complete the payment process.

According to the official notice, NTA uploaded the provisional answer keys, question papers, and recorded responses to maintain transparency in the evaluation process. Candidates should carefully review all answers before submitting objections because NTA will prepare the final answer key after reviewing the submitted challenges.

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Steps to Download the Answer Key

Candidates can download the provisional answer key by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official website of JEE Main at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2. Click on the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 link on the homepage.
3. Enter your login credentials on the new page.
4. Click on the Submit button.
5. View the answer key on the screen.
6. Check and download the answer key for future reference.

This process helps candidates analyze their performance and prepare for the next stage of the admission process.

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