Education | JEE Main Session 2 Results Out: Advanced Eligibility Confirmed

For students who've been glued to their screens, waiting is finally over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) today announced the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results. These are the scores for the exam held earlier this month.

Along with your scorecards, the final answer key is also out. This key shows the correct answers after all challenges were checked. More importantly, NTA has released the list of candidates eligible for JEE Advanced 2026. The NTA, or National Testing Agency, is the main body that conducts big entrance exams in India.

Who's Eligible for JEE Advanced?

If your name is on this list, a big door just opened. You can now register for JEE Advanced 2026. This exam is your gateway to the premier Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), which are top engineering colleges.

The IITs officially started the registration process for JEE Advanced. Qualified candidates must apply through the dedicated online portal. The deadline for registration is set for early May. Don't miss this crucial window.

What Comes After?

But the exam journey doesn't end there. The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) also released key dates. JoSAA, or Joint Seat Allocation Authority, handles admissions for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs (Government Funded Technical Institutes).

Its provisional counseling schedule for 2026-27 is now public. This schedule details choice filling, seat allocation rounds, and document checks. It helps students prepare for getting into their chosen college. Keep an eye on the official JoSAA website for updates.

Key Takeaways

• JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results and final answer key are out today, April 18.
• A list of candidates eligible for JEE Advanced 2026 has been published; register by early May.
• The JoSAA provisional counseling schedule for IITs, NITs, and other institutes for 2026-27 is also available, detailing future admission steps.

Quick questions

When were JEE Main Session 2 results declared?

NTA released results and the final answer key today, April 18, 2026.

What's next after JEE Main results?

2026 JEE Advanced registration is open for eligible students; the portal will close in early May. Don't miss the deadline.

Is JoSAA involved now?

Yes, JoSAA released its provisional counseling schedule, guiding seat allocation.

So what now?

Verify your NTA score; apply for JEE Advanced if eligible. Then review the JoSAA schedule for college planning.