JEE Main 2026 result withheld for 113 candidates
The JEE Main 2026 result withheld by the National Testing Agency (NTA) affects 113 candidates , the agency confirmed. The move follows findings of unfair means and identity or document mismatches that prevent these scorecards from being released.
JEE Main 2026 result withheld: breakdown of cases
NTA split the withheld cases into two main categories. Short, clear counts were published for each reason.
| Issue | Count |
|---|---|
| Total results withheld | 113 |
| Withheld for Unfair Means (forgery, mobile, written chit) | 57 |
| Unable to download due to document/phograph/biometric discrepancies | 56 |
Updated: Apr 20, 2026, 21:40 IST . The official result portal is jeemain.nta.nic.in where the majority of Session 2 scorecards are already available.
JEE Main 2026 result withheld: what NTA rules say
NTA rules cited include cancellation for malpractice, appearing at an unassigned test centre, and personation. Candidates found using unfair means or attempting a single session more than once face disqualification and possible debarment.
NTA also requires valid identity documents, matching photographs and biometric verification for result download and admission processes. Failure on these fronts leads to scorecard hold.
How to check or download your JEE Main 2026 result
Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and click the JEE (Main) Result or View Scorecard link. Log in with your application number and password, enter the CAPTCHA, and submit to access your scorecard.
Download and print your scorecard once it appears. If your result is withheld, the portal will not show a downloadable scorecard.
What the published statistics show
NTA reported 15,38,468 unique candidates appeared across both sessions. Session 2 produced 26 candidates with a perfect 100 NTA percentile ; five girls were declared toppers though none scored 100 percentile.
Next steps for affected candidates
NTA has not published a public timeline for investigations or a formal appeal process in the notice accompanying the withheld results. If your result is withheld, keep your registered contact details active and check jeemain.nta.nic.in regularly for updates.
FAQs
Q: Why were some JEE Main 2026 results withheld? A: Results were withheld for unfair means (forgery, mobile/written chit), document mismatches, biometric/photo discrepancies or identity verification failures.
Q: Where can I check my JEE Main result? A: Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in , log in with your application number and password, enter CAPTCHA and view/download your scorecard.
Q: How many candidates had results withheld? A: 113 candidates had their results withheld — 57 for unfair means and 56 for document/biometric issues.
Q: Will withheld results be released later? A: NTA has not provided a public timeline for release of withheld results or investigations.
Q: Can a duplicate attempt cancel my result? A: Yes. Duplicate attempts in a single session can lead to disqualification and debarment under UFM rules.
Q: Who cancels results for personation or malpractice? A: The NTA cancels results when malpractice, personation, or unauthorised centre appearance is established.