Kerala students shine in JEE Main
JEE Main paper 2 result 2026 declared, Kerala students secure top ranks in BArch and BPlanning
New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has declared the JEE Main Paper 2 Result 2026 today, February 24. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check and download their scorecards from the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in. This year, students from Kerala have delivered an outstanding performance by securing the top ranks in both the BArch and BPlanning papers.
According to official information, Suryathejus S from Kerala secured the All India Rank 1 in the BArch paper with a perfect 100 percentile. In the BPlanning paper, Gowri Sankar V, also from Kerala, achieved the top position with 100 percentile. Their performance has once again highlighted the strong academic preparation of students from the state.
The JEE Main Paper 2 exam is conducted for admission into Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and Bachelor of Planning (BPlanning) courses across India. Thousands of students appear for this competitive exam every year.
How to check result
Candidates who took the exam can easily download their scorecards online. The National Testing Agency has made the results available in PDF format on the official portal of the National Testing Agency.
To check the JEE Main Paper 2 result 2026, candidates need to visit the official website and log in using their application number and password. After logging in, the scorecard appears on the screen and can be downloaded and printed.
Students are advised to carefully check all details mentioned on the scorecard. These include the candidate’s name, roll number, subject-wise marks, total score, percentile, and rank. It is important to keep a printed copy safe for future admission processes.
The NTA has also released the merit list for Paper 2. Candidates can download the toppers list by visiting the same official website and clicking on the merit list link. The PDF will open on the screen and can be saved for reference.
Education experts say students should not panic if their scores are slightly lower than expected. Many good architecture and planning colleges admit students through JEE Main Paper 2 ranks, and several opportunities remain open.
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Kerala leads again
Kerala students once again proved their academic strength in national-level competitive exams. Both toppers — Suryathejus S and Gowri Sankar V — achieved a perfect 100 percentile, which is considered an exceptional performance.
Experts believe that Kerala’s strong school education system, focus on conceptual learning, and early exam preparation play an important role in such results. Coaching support and disciplined study habits also contribute to the success of students from the state.
The strong performance of Kerala candidates has been widely appreciated on social media and in the education community. Many students across India look up to such toppers for motivation and guidance.
With the Paper 2 results now declared, the next step for successful candidates will be participating in the counselling and admission process for architecture and planning institutes. Students are advised to regularly check official announcements regarding counselling schedules and seat allocation.
The JEE Main examination continues to be one of India’s most important entrance tests for technical education. Every year, it opens doors for thousands of students to pursue professional courses in engineering, architecture, and planning.
Candidates who have qualified in Paper 2 should now focus on preparing their documents, researching colleges, and understanding the counselling process carefully. Timely action will help them secure admission to their preferred institutes.
For the latest updates and detailed information, students should keep visiting the official JEE Main website.
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