✅ JEE Advanced 2026 Result DECLARED June 1, 2026
AIR 1: Shubham Kumar (IIT Delhi Zone) — 330/360 marks
AIR 2: Kabeer Chhillar — 329/360 marks
AIR 3: Jatin Chahar — 319/360 marks
Female Topper: Arohi Deshpande — AIR 77 (IIT Delhi Zone)
Check result: jeeadv.ac.in → enter Registration Number + DOB + Mobile
JoSAA counselling: Opens June 2 at josaa.nic.in
AAT registration: June 1–2 at jeeadv.ac.in | AAT Exam: June 4
JEE Advanced 2026 result declared June 1. AIR 1: Shubham Kumar (330/360), IIT Delhi zone. Female topper: Arohi Deshpande AIR 77. Download scorecard at jeeadv.ac.in. JoSAA counselling starts June 2.
🟡 Last Updated: 29 May 2026, 10:18 AM
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JEE Advanced 2026 Response Sheet & Answer Key Out Live Update:
IIT Roorkee has released the JEE Advanced 2026 provisional answer key on May 25, 2026 following the response sheet which was made available on May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Approximately 2 lakh candidates who appeared for JEE Advanced 2026 on May 17 can now download their response sheet and match it against the provisional answer key to calculate their expected score. The objection window against the provisional answer key closed on May 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Any valid corrections submitted during the objection window will be reflected in the final answer key which will be released alongside the JEE Advanced 2026 results on June 1, 2026.
JEE Advanced 2026 — Key Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam | May 17, 2026 |
| Response Sheet Released | May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | May 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Objection Window | May 25–26, 2026 (Closed) |
| Final Answer Key & Result | June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| JoSAA Counselling 2026 | After June 1 |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
Response Sheet Released: May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM ✅
Provisional Answer Key Released: May 25, 2026 ✅
Objection Window: May 25–26, 2026 (Closed)
Result Date: June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Conducting Body: IIT Roorkee
Official Website: jeeadv.ac.in
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How to Download JEE Advanced 2026 Response Sheet
The JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet is available at jeeadv.ac.in. Follow these steps to download
- Visit the official website jeeadv.ac.in
- Click on the “Candidate Response Sheet” or “Response Sheet 2026” link on the homepage
- Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth and Mobile Number or Password
- Click “Submit” to login
- Your JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet will appear on the screen
- Download and save the PDF you will need it to match against the answer key
- Cross check every response against the provisional answer key carefully
What the response sheet contains: Question IDs, your attempt status for each question, numerical answers you submitted, and questions you marked for review. It is a computer recorded copy of all your responses during the exam.
How to Download JEE Advanced 2026 Provisional Answer Key
- Go to jeeadv.ac.in
- Click on the “Answer Key 2026” link on the homepage
- Log in using your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and password
- Click on the link to view or challenge the answer key
- The Paper 1 and Paper 2 answer keys (both sets) will be displayed
- Download the PDF for offline reference
How to Calculate Your JEE Advanced 2026 Score
Use the official marking scheme to calculate your expected score after matching your response sheet with the answer key
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JEE Advanced 2026 Marking Scheme
| Question Type | Correct Answer | Wrong Answer | Unattempted |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ (Single Correct) | +3 marks | -1 mark | 0 |
| MCQ (Multiple Correct — all correct) | +4 marks | Partial/negative | 0 |
| Numerical Answer Type | +4 marks | 0 (no penalty) | 0 |
| Match the List | +3 marks | -1 mark | 0 |
Step-by-step calculation
- Download both Paper 1 and Paper 2 response sheets
- Match each response against the answer key
- Apply the marking scheme above for each question type
- Sum up Paper 1 + Paper 2 marks separately
- Add both to get your total aggregate score
- Note: You must also qualify the per-subject minimum marks to be eligible for ranking
Important: Your calculated score is an estimate. If any objections were accepted by IIT Roorkee the final answer key (released June 1) may differ slightly from the provisional key.
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JEE Advanced 2026 Expected Cut-Off Category-Wise
The official cut-off will be released with the result on June 1. Based on exam difficulty rated moderate to difficult with Mathematics being particularly challenging and previous year trends here are the expected qualifying percentages
| Category | Expected Qualifying % (Aggregate) | Approximate Marks (out of ~360) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | ~20.6% | ~74 marks |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | ~18.5% | ~67 marks |
| SC | ~10.3% | ~37 marks |
| ST | ~10.3% | ~37 marks |
| PwD | ~10.3% | ~37 marks |
Note: Candidates must also clear per-subject minimum qualifying marks in each of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Meeting the aggregate alone is not sufficient. These are estimated figures actual cut-off will be declared on June 1 at jeeadv.ac.in.
Year-Wise JEE Advanced Qualifying Cut-Off (General Category)
| Year | Qualifying Marks (General) | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Expected ~74 (est.) | ~360 |
| 2025 | 75 | 360 |
| 2024 | 75 | 360 |
| 2023 | 90 | 360 |
| 2022 | 75 | 360 |
| 2021 | 75 | 360 |
The cut-off has remained relatively stable in recent years. Given the moderate-to-difficult paper this year, especially the challenging Mathematics section, experts predict the 2026 cut-off will be similar to 2025 at around 74–75 marks for the General category.
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JEE Advanced 2026 Paper Analysis — Difficulty Level
Overall: Moderate to Difficult
Based on student and expert feedback from leading coaching institutes
| Subject | Paper 1 Difficulty | Paper 2 Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Moderate | Moderate |
| Chemistry | Easy to Moderate | Moderate |
| Mathematics | Difficult | Difficult |
Key observations:
- Mathematics was the toughest section in both papers lengthy calculations and tricky problem setups caught many candidates off guard
- Chemistry was the most scoring section considered straightforward for well prepared candidates
- Physics was moderate with a mix of concept-based and numerical questions
- Overall candidates who managed time well in Mathematics had a clear advantage
- The paper difficulty is comparable to JEE Advanced 2024 and 2025
How to Challenge the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key (Objection Window Closed)
The objection window for JEE Advanced 2026 provisional answer key was open from May 25 to May 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM and is now closed. Any valid objections submitted during this window are under review by IIT Roorkee. The final answer key incorporating accepted changes will be published on June 1, 2026 along with the result.
If you submitted an objection you will be able to see whether it was accepted when the final answer key is released.
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JEE Advanced 2026 Result — What to Expect on June 1
The JEE Advanced 2026 result will be declared on June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM at jeeadv.ac.in. The result will include
- All India Rank (AIR) — overall and category-wise
- Subject-wise marks — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics for each paper
- Total aggregate marks — Paper 1 + Paper 2 combined
- Qualifying status — whether you have cleared the cut-off
- Category rank — OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD ranks as applicable
How to Check JEE Advanced 2026 Result on June 1
- Visit jeeadv.ac.in at 10:00 AM on June 1, 2026
- Click on the “JEE Advanced 2026 Result link“
- Log in with your Registration Number and Date of Birth
- Your result, rank and scorecard will be displayed
- Download and save your scorecard you will need it for JoSAA counselling
What Happens After JEE Advanced 2026 Result JoSAA Counselling
Candidates who qualify JEE Advanced 2026 will be eligible for JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling 2026 for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs).
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| JoSAA Registration | Begins after JEE Advanced result on June 1 |
| Choice Filling | Online fill institute and branch preferences |
| Mock Seat Allotment | To help candidates gauge their chances |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | Tentatively mid June 2026 |
| Document Verification | Online and at reporting centres |
| Fee Payment | Within deadline after each round |
Important: All IIT seats including IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, and IIT Kanpur are filled through JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced AIR. Start preparing your choice list immediately after the result.
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IIT CSE Opening and Closing Ranks 2025 Reference for 2026 Planning
Use these 2025 figures to estimate your chances in IIT Computer Science branches for JoSAA 2026 counselling
| IIT | Opening Rank (CSE) | Closing Rank (CSE) General |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | 1 | ~65 |
| IIT Delhi | ~40 | ~120 |
| IIT Madras | ~50 | ~150 |
| IIT Kanpur | ~65 | ~200 |
| IIT Kharagpur | ~100 | ~300 |
| IIT Roorkee | ~200 | ~450 |
These are 2025 figures for reference only. Actual 2026 cut-off ranks will depend on the number of qualified candidates, seat matrix and demand. Expect slight variations.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When was JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet released?
IIT Roorkee released the JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet on May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM on the official website jeeadv.ac.in.
Q2. When was the JEE Advanced 2026 provisional answer key released?
The JEE Advanced 2026 provisional answer key was released on May 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM at jeeadv.ac.in.
Q3. When is JEE Advanced 2026 result date?
The JEE Advanced 2026 result will be declared on June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM at jeeadv.ac.in along with the final answer key and All India Ranks.
Q4. What is the expected cut-off for JEE Advanced 2026 General category?
Based on exam difficulty and previous year trends, the expected qualifying marks for General category are approximately 74 marks out of ~360 (around 20.6% aggregate). Official cut-off will be declared on June 1.
Q5. Which subject was hardest in JEE Advanced 2026?
Mathematics was rated the most difficult subject in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 of JEE Advanced 2026, with lengthy and tricky problems. Chemistry was the most scoring section.
Q6. How many students appeared for JEE Advanced 2026? Approximately 2 lakh candidates appeared for JEE Advanced 2026 held on May 17, 2026.
Q7. Is there negative marking in JEE Advanced 2026?
Yes. For single correct MCQs there is -1 mark for wrong answers. For Numerical Answer Type questions there is no negative marking. Multiple correct questions have partial marking and negative marking depending on responses.
Q8. What details are in the JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet?
The response sheet contains question IDs your attempt status numerical answers submitted and questions marked for review. It is a computer recorded copy of all responses during the exam.
Q9. What is JoSAA counselling and when does it start? JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling is the online seat allocation process for IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. It begins after JEE Advanced result on June 1, 2026.
Q10. Can I challenge the JEE Advanced 2026 provisional answer key?
The objection window closed on May 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM. No further challenges can be submitted. Accepted objections will be reflected in the final answer key released on June 1.
Information About JEE Advanced
The Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced) is the gateway for admission to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) the most sought-after engineering colleges in India. JEE Advanced 2026 was conducted by IIT Roorkee on behalf of the Joint Admission Board (JAB). Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates who qualify JEE Main are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. Clearing JEE Advanced opens doors to BTech, BS, BArch and Dual Degree programmes at 23 IITs across India.
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