JEE Advanced 2026 results

JEE Advanced 2026 results

Last Updated: Oct 8, 2026

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Latest update (2026-10-05): JEE Advanced 2026: SC qualification rate tops 50% for the first time; women reach 6-year high. Official notice.

Women candidates achieved the highest qualification rate in six years for JEE Advanced 2026, with 23.4% clearing the exam, while SC and ST candidates saw a 27% rise in qualifiers compared to last year. The overall pool of qualifiers grew marginally, but the composition shifted significantly, with SC and ST candidates now representing 39% of all qualifiers—up from 32% in the previous session.

Category Registered (2026) Appeared (2026) Qualified (2026) Qualification Rate (2026) Qualification Rate (Previous Session)
General check the official website check the official website check the official website 39.8% 43.0%
OBC-NCL check the official website check the official website check the official website 17.5% 18.2%
SC check the official website check the official website 15,856 50.16% 40.41%
ST check the official website check the official website 6,379 42.14% 33.99%
Women 43,112 40,562 10,107 23.4% 15.0% (2016)
Total Qualifiers check the official website 1,79,694 56,880 31.7% 30.1%

Who qualified in JEE Advanced 2026: A demographic shift

SC and ST candidates outperform general category

The most striking trend in JEE Advanced 2026 is the rise in qualification rates among SC and ST candidates. The SC qualification rate jumped by 9.8 percentage points to 50.16%, while the ST rate increased by 8.1 points to 42.14%. This means that for every two registered SC candidates, one qualified, compared to roughly two in five last year. For ST candidates, more than two in five qualified, up from one in three in the previous session.

The headcount confirms this growth: SC qualifiers rose by 3,357, and ST qualifiers by 1,371. Together, they account for 22,235 of the 56,880 qualifiers, nearly 39% of the total—up from 32% the previous year. This marks a significant shift, as both SC and ST qualification rates now exceed the general category rate of 39.8%, which fell by 3.2 points.

Women candidates reach a six-year high

Women candidates registered a 23.4% qualification rate in JEE Advanced 2026, the highest in six years. This represents a substantial improvement from 15% in 2016, with qualifiers more than doubling over the decade despite a 44% rise in registrations. In 2026, 43,112 women registered, 40,562 appeared, and 10,107 qualified. Women now make up nearly 18% of all qualifiers, up from 15.34% in 2018.

The top woman candidate scored 280 marks, securing All India Rank 77 with 101 in Mathematics, 86 in Physics, and 93 in Chemistry. This performance underscores the growing representation of women in the exam’s top ranks.

Admissions reveal evolving gender dynamics

Female-only seats and gender-neutral pool

In 2018, the IITs introduced 800 supernumerary seats for women, with women making up 15.34% of admitted candidates. By 2026, 3,814 female-only seats were allotted, and 37 women entered through the gender-neutral pool, bringing women’s share to 20.22% of 18,861 total seats. This is a marginal increase from 20.15% in the previous session, reflecting steady progress in gender representation.

Registration and qualification trends: A closer look

Marginal growth in overall qualifiers

The total number of qualifiers rose from 54,378 to 56,880, a 4.6% increase. However, the sharper change was in the composition of the qualifying pool. The overall qualification rate improved from 30.1% to 31.7% among those who appeared for both papers. This suggests that while the exam’s difficulty remained consistent, the demographic mix of qualifiers shifted significantly.

Registration and appearance patterns

A total of 1,87,389 candidates registered for JEE Advanced 2026, compared to 1,87,223 last year. Of these, 1,79,694 appeared for both papers, down slightly from 1,80,422 in the previous session. The marginal decline in appearances did not impact the qualification rate, which improved across key demographics.

What these trends mean for future aspirants

Opportunities for underrepresented groups

The rise in SC and ST qualification rates indicates that targeted interventions—such as reservation policies and support programs—are yielding results. Aspirants from these communities should leverage these trends while preparing for JEE Advanced, focusing on consistent performance across all subjects.

Focus on gender parity

While women’s qualification rate has improved, it remains lower than that of men. However, the introduction of female-only seats and the gender-neutral pool has helped increase women’s representation in admissions. Aspirants should be aware of these provisions and prepare accordingly, aiming for higher scores to secure top ranks.

How to check your JEE Advanced 2026 result

  1. Visit the official website: Go to jeeadv.ac.in.

  2. Locate the result link: On the homepage, find the “JEE Advanced 2026 Result” link.

  3. Enter credentials: Provide your JEE Advanced 2026 registration number, date of birth, and other required details.

  4. Download your scorecard: Once logged in, download and print your scorecard for future reference.

  5. Check your rank: The scorecard will display your All India Rank (AIR), category rank, and subject-wise scores.

  6. Verify cutoffs: Compare your scores with the qualifying cutoffs for your category to determine eligibility for JoSAA counseling.

Key takeaways for aspirants

  • SC and ST candidates saw a 27% rise in qualifiers, with qualification rates now exceeding the general category.

  • Women achieved the highest qualification rate in six years, with 23.4% clearing the exam.

  • The overall pool of qualifiers grew marginally, but the demographic shift is significant.

  • Female-only seats and the gender-neutral pool have increased women’s representation in admissions.

  • Focus on consistent performance across all subjects to maximize your chances of qualifying.

Official source: jeeadv.ac.in — confirm every detail here before acting.

2026-10-05 — always confirm every detail on the official website of the conducting body before acting.

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