JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Results (OUT) | AIR 1 Topper Name, Marks, Percentile, Rank & Expected Cutoff Marks

The most-awaited result of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 was announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on 20 April 2026. Aarush Singhal (Application No.: 260310004785) from Chandigarh is the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Topper with a perfect 100%ile, which is equal to 300 out of 300 marks.

The official result was declared in the evening between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM. After the announcement of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result, every student wants to know the overall results, the AIR 1 topper’s name, marks, percentile, and rank. We prepared this blog for every JEE aspirant by covering all the important aspects of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results, including overall results, AIR Topper details, 100 percentile scorers, expected category-wise cutoff marks, and step-by-step guidance on checking results.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Overall Results

On Monday, 20 April 2026, the National Testing Agency (NTA) ends the wait of lakhs of JEE 2026 Session 2 aspirants by releasing the official result on its website. The competition level remains tough, and the overall exam passing rate is around 16 to 17%. A record of 11.23 lakh students were registered for the Session 2 exams, and you can check the key highlights of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result from the information mentioned below-

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Overall Results with Topper Details:

• Overall Result: A total of 26 students scored 100%ile, where the overall exam passing rate is between 16 to 17%.
• Top Performing States: Top performing states are Andhra Pradesh (5 students 100%ile), Telangana (5 students 100%ile), Rajasthan (4 students 100%ile), Delhi (3 students 100%ile), and Maharashtra (2 students 100%ile).
• AIR Topper 1– Marks: 300/300 & 100%ile, Name: Aarush Singhal
• Male Category Topper– Marks: 300/300 & 100%ile, Name: Aarush Singhal
• Female Category Topper– Percentile: 99.9982287%ile, Name: Mallavarapu Aasna
• General Category Topper– Marks: 300/300 & 100%ile, Name: Aarush Singhal, Chandigarh
• General-EWS Category Topper– Marks: 300/300 & 100%ile, Name: Sai Rithvik Reddy Venkatreddy Valla, Telangana
• ST Category Topper– Marks: 299/300 & 99.993862%ile, Name: Daksh Sehra, Rajasthan
• SC Category Topper– Marks: 299/300 & 99.9992271%ile, Name: Deva Srivedh, Rajasthan
• OBC-NCL Category Topper– Marks: 300/300 100%ile, Name: Narendra Babu Gari Mahith, Andhra Pradesh
• PwD Category Topper– Marks: 299/300 & 99.9222762%ile, Name: Arsh Jain, Madhya Pradesh

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 AIR 1 Topper Name, Marks, Percentile & Rank

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Topper has been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and Aarush Singhal (AIR 1 & 100%ile) is the AIR 1 topper. It is identified that topper’s exceptional results are based on staying focused with structured preparation, by analysing each mistake to score high marks. A total of 26 students scored a perfect 100%ile milestone, which is more than double that of Session 1, with 12 students.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Top 10 Performers with Name, Marks, Percentile, Rank

For the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam, a record of 26 students across India achieved a perfect 100%ile with a tough competition level. A detailed list of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam top 10 toppers with their marks, percentile, and state is mentioned below-

Steps to Check JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result

JEE aspirant can check their 2026 Session 2 result directly through the link attached below-

Check JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result- LIVE

A JEE Main 2026 Session 2 aspirant can easily check his/her official result from NTA’s website by following the step-by-step process mentioned below-

1. Step 1: Visit the official JEE Main website of the National Testing Agency (NTA). Official website link: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
2. Step 2: On the home page of this website, find the candidate activity section in the bottom right corner of the page.
3. Step 3: Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result” link under this section.
4. Step 4: Enter your application number, captcha code, and date of birth/password.
5. Step 5: Submit the details to check your overall result.
6. Step 6: Your JEE Main 2026 Session 2 scorecard will be on your screen. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 100 Percentile Achievers

If a student scored a perfect 100%ile in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2, then it clearly indicates that he/she scored full marks with a perfect performance across all 3 subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Nowadays, JEE aspirants are performing outstandingly in the exam with their structured preparation, and a record-breaking 26 students scored a perfect 100%ile. Aarush Singhal from Chandigarh is the top scorer with a perfect 100%ile. A complete detail of the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 AIR top percentile scorer in the table is mentioned below-

What are the Qualifying Marks and Percentile for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2?

The competition level of JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is very difficult, and seats are limited, which clearly indicates that the cut-off marks to clear this exam may be high. The qualifying marks confirm overall eligibility for the JEE Advanced exam 2026. The general category qualifying percentile is around 100-93.4123549%ile in JEE Main 2026 Session 2. A detailed category-wise cut-off marks (expected) and percentile (expected) are mentioned below to provide clarity to every JEE Main 2026 Session 2 aspirant.

The above-mentioned marks and qualifying percentile are estimations that are based on previous years’ trends and current exam difficulty level.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Marks vs. Percentile vs. Rank Analysis

Students who are confused about the marks and percentile approach of NTA regarding the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam should read this section with their 100% attention to eliminate any scope for confusion and misunderstanding.

The overall process of the JEE Main ranking system is not solely based on marks, but also based on the percentile normalisation methodology. The normalisation system ensures fairness because the main exam is conducted over multiple shifts, and each shift has its own exam difficulty level.

• NTA Formula for Normalisation Process: 100* Number of Candidates in Session with Raw Score ≤ Student/ Total Candidates Appeared in Session Exam.

JEE Main Session 2 Percentile clearly indicates the percentage of candidates scoring equal to or below a particular score. If a candidate scored a high mark, then it shows a higher percentile. For example, scoring more than 290 out of 300 marks will score 99.99+ percentile and top ranks across India, while 150–200 marks may be close to the 90- 98 percentile. A specific rank for the student will be assigned based on the percentile across both sessions

Actions to Take After JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result

Once a JEE aspirant checked his/her official result from the official website, they can consider the crucial actions mentioned below-

• All the qualifying students from the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 can prepare for the JEE Advanced exam 2026.
• After the JEE Advanced exam 2026, JEE aspirants with good marks who are interested in getting admissions in the top IITs, NITs, and GFTIs can participate in the JoSAA counselling process. A student can also participate in the state-level and private institutes’ counselling process.
• If you are not satisfied with your results, you can appear in the next year’s JEE Main Exam for score improvement. 

Also Read:
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result
How Many Attempts Are Allowed for JEE Main

Conclusion

In conclusion, the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 was released on 20 April 2026 on NTA’s official website. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 topper is Aarush Singhal with AIR 1 & a perfect 100%ile. A total of 26 students scored 100%ile marks, and Mallavarapu Aasna from Telangana is the female category topper with 99.9982287%ile.

Candidates with good results can start their JEE Advanced exam preparation to get an engineering seat in IIT, NIT, and GFTI institutes. A detailed result will be shared here soon after the official announcement of the Session 2 results.

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