Short Description: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started JEE Main 2026 registration for Session 1 (January) from 31 October to 27 November 2025 on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam will be held from 21 to 30 January 2026, while Session 2 will occur from 2 to 9 April 2026. Candidates can apply online, upload required documents, and pay fees digitally. JEE Main is the gateway for admission to NITs, IIITs, and other top engineering institutes and is also the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced.
NTA JEE Main 2026 Application Form
JEE Main 2026 Registration
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Event | Session 1 (January 2026) | Session 2 (April 2026) |
| Notification Date | 31 October 2025 | 31 October 2025 |
| Online Application Form | 31 October 2025 | Last week of January 2026 onwards |
| Apply Last Date | 27 November 2025 (up to 9:00 PM) | Will be announced later |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) | Will be announced later |
| Correction Window | Notify Later | Will be announced later |
| City Intimation Slip | 1st week of January 2026 (Tentative) | 2nd week of March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Release | 3–4 days before the exam date | 3–4 days before the exam date |
| Exam Dates | 21 January 2026 to 30 January 2026 | 02 April 2026 to 09 April 2026 |
| Answer Key & Response Sheet | Will be displayed on NTA website | Will be displayed on NTA website |
| Result Declaration | By 12 February 2026 | By 20 April 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration: Application Fee | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper(s) | Type of Candidate | Centres in India (Fee in ₹) | Centres Outside India (Fee in ₹) |
| Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech OR Paper 2A: B. Arch OR Paper 2B: B. Planning | General Male | 1000 | 5000 |
| Female | 800 | 4000 | |
| Gen–EWS / OBC (NCL) Male | 900 | 4500 | |
| Female | 800 | 4000 | |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD Male | 500 | 2500 | |
| Female | 500 | 2500 | |
| Third Gender | 500 | 3000 | |
| Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech & Paper 2A: B. Arch OR Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech & Paper 2B: B. Planning OR Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech, Paper 2A: B. Arch & Paper 2B: B. Planning OR Paper 2A: B. Arch & Paper 2B: B. Planning | General / Gen–EWS / OBC (NCL) Male | 2000 | 10000 |
| Female | 1600 | 8000 | |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD Male | 1000 | 5000 | |
| Female | 1000 | 5000 | |
| Third Gender | 1000 | 5000 | |
| 👉 Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: • Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet | |||
| JEE Main 2026 Age limit | |
| • For appearing in the JEE (Main) 2026, there is no age limit for candidates. • The candidates who have passed the class XII / equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025 or are appearing in 2026, irrespective of their age, can appear in the JEE (Main) – 2026 Examination. • If the candidates passed Class 12 in 2023 or earlier, they are not eligible for JEE Main 2026. 👉 For detailed and comprehensive information, candidates are advised to refer to the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA). | |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration: Admission Details | |
| Admission to undergraduate programs in top engineering colleges in India. Courses Offered: • B.E. / B.Tech (Engineering) • B.Arch (Architecture) • B. Planning (Planning) Institutes Accepting JEE Main Score: 1. National Institutes of Technology (NITs) 2. Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) 3. Government-Funded Technical Institutions (GFTIs) 4. Other participating state and private engineering colleges • Approximate Total Seats through JoSAA/CSAB Counselling: 👉 Over 50,000+ seats (including NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs) | |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration: Educational Qualification | |
| The candidate must have passed or be appearing in one of the following examinations to be eligible for JEE (Main) – 2026: 1. Any recognized Central or State Board can hold the final examination of the 10+2 system, like this one. CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) 2. Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) with a minimum of five subjects. 3. Any Army public school/board/university examination in India or abroad recognized as equivalent to the 10+2 system by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). 4. Higher Secondary Certificate Vocational Examination. 5. A diploma (3 years) recognized by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education. 6. GCE (General Certificate of Education) examination (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka) at the Advanced (A) level. 7. High School Certificate Examination of Cambridge University or the International Baccalaureate Diploma of the IB Office, Geneva. 8. A candidate who completed Class XII (or equivalent) outside India or from a board not specified above must produce a certificate from AIU confirming equivalence to Class XII. 9. In case the Class XII examination is not a public exam, the candidate must have passed at least one public (Board or Pre-University) examination earlier. 10. The Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education (BOSSE), Sikkim, is also recognized. | |
| How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 Registration | |
| 🔹 Here’s a step-by-step guide to download the JEE Main 2026 Registration 👇 1. Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in. 2. Register: Enter name, mobile, and email → get application number. 3. Fill out the form: personal and academic details, exam city, and paper choice. 4. Upload Documents: • Photo (10–200 KB) • Signature (10–100 KB) • Class 10 Marksheet / PwD Certificate (if any) 5. Pay Fee: Online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI. 6. Download Confirmation Page: Keep a copy for future use. ⚠️ Note: Only one form per candidate. Use the same application number for both sessions. | |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration: Selection Process Stages | |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Selection Process: 🔹 Selection Stages 1. Online Registration: Apply at jeemain.nta.nic.in 2. Admit Card Download: Available before the exam. 3. Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT) in two sessions—January & April 2026. 4. Result Declaration: NTA releases scorecards based on percentile. 5. Merit List: The best of the two session scores is considered. 6. Counselling: Through JoSAA / CSAB for admission in NITs, IIITs & GFTIs. 7. Seat Allotment: Based on rank, category, and preference. | |
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
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| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
| Important Question (FAQs) | |
| Q1. When will JEE Main 2026 registration start? Ans. The registration for Session 1 will start on 31 October 2025 and end on 27 November 2025 at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Q2. What is the exam date for JEE Main 2026? Ans. The Session 1 exam will be held from 21 to 30 January 2026, and Session 2 from 2 to 9 April 2026. Q3. Who can apply for JEE Main 2026? Ans. Students who have passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025, or are appearing in 2026, are eligible—there is no age limit. Q4. What is the official website for JEE Main 2026 registration? Ans. The official website is https://jeemain.nta.nic.in. Q5. How many times can I appear for JEE Main 2026? Ans. You can appear in both sessions (January and April). Your best score will be considered for the final merit list. Q6. What documents are needed for JEE Main 2026 registration? Ans. You will need: • Passport-size photo • Signature • Class 10 marksheet • PwD certificate (if applicable) • Valid ID proof (like Aadhaar) Q7. What is the application fee for JEE Main 2026 registration? Ans. For General (Male)—₹1000, General (Female)—₹800. For SC/ST/PwD – ₹500. (Online payment via card, UPI, or net banking only.) Q8. Can I edit my application form after submission? Ans. Yes, NTA will open a correction window for a few days after registration closes. Only limited details can be changed. Q9. What happens if I submit more than one application form? Ans. Multiple applications are not allowed. Doing so will lead to the cancellation of your candidature. Q10. What happens after the JEE Main exam? Ans. After the exam, NTA will release the scorecard and rank list. Students can then participate in JoSAA/CSAB counselling for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. | |
