The JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key will be released by IIT Roorkee on Sunday, May 25, 2026 at the official website jeeadv.ac.in. Along with the provisional answer key, IIT Roorkee will release the candidate response sheet and the question papers for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. The exam was conducted on May 17, 2026 by IIT Roorkee for the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main 2026 qualifiers seeking admission to the IITs.
Candidates can challenge any question or answer in the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key during the official objection window by paying a fee per question. The final JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key will be released along with the result on June 1, 2026. Use the answer key to estimate your score and predict admission to your preferred IIT branch using historical JoSAA cutoff trends.
🔴 JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key – Live Updates
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⏰ May 1, 2026: JEE Advanced 2026 will be conducted on May 17, 2026 by IIT Roorkee. The provisional JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key release date is May 25, 2026, and the final answer key will be released along with the result on June 1, 2026. Coaching institutes are likely to publish memory-based answer keys within hours of the exam.
⏰ April 23, 2026: IIT Roorkee opened JEE Advanced 2026 registration. Read full details in our JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Guide.
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key – Key Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2026 |
| Conducting IIT | IIT Roorkee |
| Exam Date | May 17, 2026 |
| Response Sheet Release | May 22, 2026 (expected) |
| Provisional JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key | May 25, 2026 |
| Objection Window | May 25 – May 26, 2026 (expected) |
| Final Answer Key & Result | June 1, 2026 |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper 1 (3 hours) + Paper 2 (3 hours) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Login Credentials | Registration No. + DOB + Mobile No. |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
How to Download JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key
- Visit the official JEE Advanced website jeeadv.ac.in
- Click on the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key link on the homepage
- Login using your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number
- Download the Question Paper, Response Sheet, and Provisional Answer Key for both Paper 1 and Paper 2
- Match your responses against the correct answers and calculate your estimated score
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key by Coaching Institutes
Within hours of the JEE Advanced 2026 exam ending on May 17, top coaching institutes will release memory-based unofficial answer keys. These are useful for early score estimation but should be cross-verified with the official IIT Roorkee key on May 25.
| Coaching Institute | Expected Release | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Career Institute | Evening of May 17 | To be updated |
| Aakash BYJU’S | Late evening, May 17 | To be updated |
| FIITJEE | Late evening, May 17 | To be updated |
| Resonance | May 18 | To be updated |
| Vidyamandir Classes | May 18 | To be updated |
| Motion Education | May 18 | To be updated |
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key Marking Scheme
The JEE Advanced 2026 marking scheme varies by question type. Here is a typical breakdown for Paper 1 and Paper 2:
| Question Type | Correct | Partial | Incorrect | Unattempted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Correct MCQ | +3 | – | -1 | 0 |
| Multiple Correct MCQ | +4 | +1 to +3 (partial) | -2 | 0 |
| Numerical Value (Integer) | +4 | – | 0 | 0 |
| Numerical Value (Decimal) | +3 | – | -1 | 0 |
| Matching List | +3 | – | -1 | 0 |
Note: The exact marking scheme will be specified in the question paper for JEE Advanced 2026. Refer to the question paper instructions before calculating your score.
How to Challenge JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key Objection Process
If you find any question or answer in the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key incorrect, you can submit an objection during the short challenge window. IIT Roorkee subject experts will review every challenge before issuing the final key.
- Login at jeeadv.ac.in using registration number, DOB, and mobile number
- Click on Feedback / Comments on Answer Key
- Select the question and provide your justification with supporting reference (NCERT / standard textbook)
- Pay the prescribed objection fee per question (announced by IIT Roorkee)
- Submit before the deadline (usually 48 hours after provisional key release)
JEE Advanced 2026 Result & AAT
The final JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key and the result will both be released on June 1, 2026. Candidates aspiring for B.Arch programmes at IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee, or IIT (BHU) Varanasi must register for the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) on June 1–2 and appear on June 4. JoSAA counselling 2026 begins on June 2 for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key FAQs
When will the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key be released?
IIT Roorkee will release the provisional JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key on May 25, 2026 at jeeadv.ac.in. The final answer key will be released along with the result on June 1, 2026.
Where can I download the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key?
The JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key is available for download at the official website jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates need to login with their registration number, date of birth, and mobile number to access the answer key, response sheet, and question papers for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Can I challenge the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key?
Yes, candidates can challenge the provisional JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key by submitting feedback through the official portal during the objection window (typically May 25–26). A non-refundable fee per question is applicable.
What is the marking scheme of JEE Advanced 2026?
The JEE Advanced 2026 marking scheme varies by question type. It includes single correct MCQs (+3/-1), multiple correct MCQs (+4 with partial marking and -2 for wrong), numerical values (+4 integer or +3 decimal), and matching list questions (+3/-1). The detailed scheme is mentioned in the question paper.
When will the response sheet be released for JEE Advanced 2026?
The candidate response sheet for JEE Advanced 2026 is expected to be released around May 22, 2026, before the provisional answer key on May 25. The response sheet shows the exact options marked by the candidate during the exam.
What happens after the final JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key is released?
After the final JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key is released on June 1, 2026, the result is computed and All India Ranks are declared. Qualifying candidates can then participate in JoSAA counselling starting June 2 for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
Important Links
- Official JEE Advanced Website: jeeadv.ac.in
- IIT Roorkee: iitr.ac.in
- JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card Live: Hall Ticket Download Updates
Stay tuned to this JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key live blog for direct download links to the official IIT Roorkee key, all major coaching institute keys, response sheet, and final answer key. Updates will be added in real-time starting from the evening of May 17, 2026 till the result on June 1.
