The results of JEE Advanced 2026 have been officially declared by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee. Along with the results, the institute has also released the final answer key for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Candidates who appeared for the examination can now check their scores, All India Rank (AIR), qualification status and category-wise details through the official JEE Advanced portal.
The declaration of results marks the completion of the JEE Advanced 2026 admission process, which serves as the gateway to undergraduate programs at the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
JEE Advanced 2026 Topper List
This year, Shubham Kumar emerged as the All India Rank 1 holder with an impressive score of 330 out of 360 marks.
Meanwhile, Kabir Chhillar from the IIT Delhi zone secured the second position, while Jatin Chahar finished third.
Top 3 Rank Holders in JEE Advanced 2026
| Rank | Candidate Name | Marks (Out of 360) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shubham Kumar | 330 |
| 2 | Kabir Chhillar | 329 |
| 3 | Jatin Chahar | 319 |
The narrow margin between the top two candidates highlights the intense competition among the country’s brightest engineering aspirants.
JEE Advanced 2026 Participation Statistics
JEE Advanced remains one of India’s most competitive entrance examinations.
Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from JEE Main are eligible to appear for the exam.
According to data released by IIT Roorkee:
- Total Registered Candidates: 187,389
- Total Candidates Appeared: 179,694
- Total Qualified Candidates: 56,880
- Qualified Female Candidates: 10,107
These figures demonstrate the highly selective nature of the examination.
Key Highlights of JEE Advanced 2026
Examination Date
JEE Advanced 2026 was conducted on May 17, 2026.
Conducting Institute
The examination was organized by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.
Qualification Criteria
Only candidates who successfully cleared JEE Main and ranked among the top 2.5 lakh candidates were eligible to appear.
Admission Purpose
The examination is conducted for admission to undergraduate programs offered by various Indian Institutes of Technology across India.
What Details Are Mentioned on the JEE Advanced Scorecard?
Candidates can find several important details on their scorecards.
These include:
- Candidate’s Name
- Roll Number
- Qualification Status
- All India Rank (AIR)
- Subject-wise Marks
- Total Marks Obtained
- Category Rank
- Category-wise Cutoff Information
Students are advised to verify all details carefully after downloading their results.
Final Answer Key Released
In addition to the results, IIT Roorkee has published the final answer key for both examination papers.
The answer key is available in PDF format and can be downloaded directly from the official website.
Unlike the result portal, candidates do not need login credentials to access the final answer key.
Furthermore, the final answer key reflects all changes made after reviewing objections raised during the answer key challenge process.
How to Check JEE Advanced 2026 Result
Candidates can follow these simple steps to access their scorecards:
Step 1
Visit the official JEE Advanced website:
Step 2
Click on the “JEE Advanced 2026 Result” link available on the homepage.
Step 3
Enter the following credentials:
- Roll Number
- Date of Birth
- Registered Mobile Number
Step 4
Submit the details.
Step 5
View the result and download the scorecard.
Step 6
Take a printout for future admission and counselling purposes.
What Happens After JEE Advanced Results?
Following the declaration of results, qualified candidates will participate in the counseling process conducted through:
Joint Seat Allocation Authority
During counseling, students will be able to choose their preferred IITs, branches, and participating institutions based on their ranks and eligibility.
Therefore, candidates should keep all required documents ready for the upcoming admission process.
Strong Competition Marks JEE Advanced 2026
With more than 1.79 lakh candidates appearing and only 56,880 qualifying, JEE Advanced 2026 once again demonstrated why it is considered one of the toughest engineering entrance examinations in India.
The outstanding performances by Shubham Kumar, Kabir Chhillar, and Jatin Chahar have set the benchmark for this year’s examination, while thousands of successful candidates will now prepare for the next stage of their academic journey through IIT admissions.