JEE Main Toppers List 2026 Session 2 LIVE: 100 Percentile List; State-wise Topper Names

JEE Main Toppers List 2026 Session 2 Live Updates

• Apr 20, 2026 02:45 PM IST

  Impact Of Unique Candidates On All India Ranks

  The total number of unique candidates across both sessions is a critical factor in determining your final rank. With nearly 1.7 million unique aspirants likely this year, a 99 percentile could translate to a rank around 17,000. This "Rank vs Percentile" shift means students might need a higher percentile than previous years to secure their preferred branch. The NTA will use a precise normalization formula to ensure fairness across all April shifts.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 02:30 PM IST

  NIT Trichy CSE Opening And Closing Rank Trends

  National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy remains the most sought-after destination for top rankers in the NIT system. For the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) branch, the opening rank is expected to be under AIR 1,000 for the Open Category (Other State). Last year, the closing rank for the same branch was approximately 5,000. Students aiming for this prestigious institute need a percentile score of 99.9 or higher to be competitive in Round 1 of JoSAA.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 02:15 PM IST

  Expected Qualifying Cut-off For JEE Advanced 2026

  Based on the high volume of candidates this year, the qualifying percentile for the General category is expected to stay between 93 and 95. For OBC-NCL and EWS candidates, the range is projected at 79-81 and 80-82, respectively. Meeting this cut-off is essential for the top 2.5 lakh candidates to register for the JEE Advanced exam scheduled for May 17, 2026. Students falling just above the cut-off should immediately shift their focus to the Advanced syllabus
   

• Apr 20, 2026 02:00 PM IST

  Understanding JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration Dates

  With JEE Main results acting as the gateway to the NIT+ system, students must prepare for the JoSAA 2026 registration starting tentatively on June 2, 2026. The counselling process will likely consist of six rounds, covering admissions to 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, and 40 GFTIs. Only those who secure a rank within the required category-wise closing ranks will be eligible for seat allotment. Early preparation of documents like the Category Certificate and Class 12 marksheet is highly recommended.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 01:45 PM IST

  Anticipation Builds For 100 Percentile Toppers List

  As the results go live, all eyes are on the elite "100 Percentile Club." In Session 1, 12 students achieved this perfect score, including toppers from Rajasthan, Delhi, and Telangana. Experts predict that Session 2 might see a higher number of perfect scorers due to the increased level of preparation and competition in the final attempt. The official toppers list will categorize winners by state, gender, and category.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 01:30 PM IST

  IIIT Hyderabad And IIIT Bangalore Admission Criteria

  While most IIITs participate in JoSAA, premier institutes like IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Bangalore have their own separate registration processes based on JEE Main percentiles. IIIT Hyderabad usually closes its CSE branch at an extremely high percentile, often rivaling top IITs. Students interested in these research-heavy institutes must monitor their official websites separately from the JoSAA portal. A rank within the top 1,000 is typically required for their flagship programs.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 01:27 PM IST

  NTA Releases JEE Main Session 2 Final Answer Key; Results Coming SOON

  The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Final Answer Key today, April 20. This final key, now available as a public PDF on jeemain.nta.nic.in, incorporates all valid corrections made after reviewing candidate objections from the April 2–8 exams. With the evaluation process complete, the Session 2 Results and scorecards are expected to be uploaded to the portal at any moment. Over 11.23 lakh aspirants should keep their application numbers ready to check their final NTA scores, All India Ranks (AIR), and JEE Advanced qualifying status.
   

• Apr 20, 2026 01:15 PM IST

  Home State Vs Other State Quota Benefits

  Students should carefully analyze the Home State (HS) quota benefits for their local NITs during choice filling. In many cases, the closing rank for HS candidates is significantly lower (more relaxed) than the Other State (OS) quota. For instance, a student from NIT Surathkal's home state might get a top branch at a rank where an OS student would be ineligible. Understanding these quotas is vital for maximizing seat allotment chances in JoSAA Round 1.