Display of Provisional Answer Keys and Recorded Response Sheet for Answer Key Challenge of Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2026 Session 2, Paper 2A (B. Arch) & 2B (B. Planning) (April 2026) –

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a crucial Public Notice dated 25 April 2026 concerning the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2026 Session 2. This notice specifically addresses the display of Provisional Answer Keys and Recorded Response Sheets for Answer Key Challenge pertaining to Paper 2A (B. Arch) & 2B (B. Planning), which were conducted in April 2026. This announcement follows an earlier Public Notice issued on 11 April 2026, signaling a vital opportunity for candidates.

Candidates who appeared for the JEE (Main) 2026 Session 2 (April 2026) for B. Arch and B. Planning papers can now access their Provisional Answer Keys along with the Question Papers and their Recorded Responses. These essential documents have been uploaded to the official website, https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/. The primary objective is to allow interested candidates to submit challenges against any discrepancies they identify in the Provisional Answer Keys. It's imperative to note that a non-refundable processing fee of ₹ 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) is required for each question challenged. The NTA emphasizes that no challenge will be entertained without the successful receipt of this processing fee.

The challenge window is time-sensitive, closing strictly on 27 April 2026 at 11:50 PM. Payments for these challenges must also be completed by this deadline using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking; no other payment modes will be accepted. The NTA has clarified that if a candidate's challenge is found to be correct, the Answer Key will be revised and applied uniformly to all candidates. Subsequently, the results will be prepared based on these revised Final Answer Keys. It's important for candidates to understand that the keys finalized by the expert panel after the challenge settlement will be considered final, and no individual communication will be sent regarding the acceptance or non-acceptance of specific challenges. For any further clarification, candidates may contact 011-40759000 or email at jeemain@nta.ac.in.

• Public Notice Date: 25 April 2026
• Continuation of: Public Notice dated 11 April 2026
• Examination: Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2026 Session 2
• Papers Covered: Paper 2A (B. Arch) and Paper 2B (B. Planning) (April 2026)
• Website for Access: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
• Purpose: Display of Provisional Answer Keys and Recorded Response Sheet for Answer Key Challenge
• Answer Key Challenge Duration: From 25 April 2026 to 27 April 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
• Processing Fee: ₹ 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred Only) per question challenged
• Payment Deadline: Till 27 April 2026 (up to 11:50 PM)
• Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking only
• Strict Deadline: No challenge will be accepted after 27 April 2026 (11:50 PM)
• Outcome of Correct Challenge: Answer Key will be revised and applied uniformly to all candidates; result will be based on revised Final Answer Keys.
• Individual Notification: No individual candidate will be informed about the acceptance/non-acceptance of their specific challenge.
• Finality of Keys: Keys finalized by experts after settlement of challenges will be final.
• Contact for Clarification: Phone: 011-40759000 or Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in
• Question Structure (JEE Main – 2026 Session 2, April 2026):
  • Paper 2A (B. Arch): 25+50 Questions (Mathematics/Aptitude Test)
  • Paper 2B (B. Planning): 25+50+25 Questions (Mathematics/Aptitude Test/Planning based objective type MCQs)

To successfully challenge the Provisional Answer Keys for JEE (Main) – 2026 Session 2, Paper 2A (B. Arch) & 2B (B. Planning), follow these detailed steps:

1. Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the official NTA JEE (Main) portal at https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.
2. Locate Challenge Link: Click on the link labeled 'Challenge (s) regarding Answer Key'.
3. Log In: Enter your Application Number and Password. You will also need to input the displayed Captcha Code accurately before clicking 'Submit'.
4. Access Challenge Interface: After logging in, click on 'Challenge (s) regarding Answer Key' once more.
5. View Question IDs: You will then see the Question IDs presented in sequential order for JEE (Main) – 2026 Session 2 (April 2026).
6. Identify NTA's Correct Option: The ID next to each question under the column 'Correct Option' represents the most appropriate Answer Key as determined by the NTA.
7. Select Your Challenge: If you wish to challenge a particular option, you can select one or more of the alternative Option IDs provided in the subsequent four columns by clicking the corresponding check box (✓).
8. Upload Supporting Documents: Should you have supporting evidence for your challenge, select 'Choose File and Upload'. Ensure all supporting documents are compiled into a single PDF file before uploading.
9. Save Your Claim: After carefully selecting your desired option(s) for Mathematics / Aptitude Test (for Paper 2A & 2B) and Planning (for Paper 2B), scroll down the page and click on 'Save your claim' to proceed to the next screen.
10. Review Challenged Options: A display will show all the Option IDs you have challenged for your review.
11. Finalize Claim and Pay Fee: Click on 'Save your claim and Pay Fee finally' to move to the payment gateway.
12. Make Payment: Select your preferred Mode of Payment (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) and pay the non-refundable processing fee of ₹ 200/- for each question challenged. Remember, payment through any other mode will not be accepted.