The Times of India

JEE Mains Session 2 exam 2026: NTA explains percentile system, addresses score variations across shifts

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a data-based analysis of JEE Main 2026 Session 2, explaining variations in raw marks across shifts and the role of percentile scores. It said score differences are expected in multi-shift exams and clarified that normalisation ensures fair ranking by evaluating candidates based on relative performance within each shift.