Short Description: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the JEE Main 2026 Application Form schedule. Registration for Session 1 will begin in October 2025, and the exam will be conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026. Session 2 will be held from April 1 to 10, 2026. Interested candidates were advised to check the notification for details regarding eligibility, age limit, application fees, salary, and selection process before applying through the official link.
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JEE Main 2026 Application Form
Short Details of Notification
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Date | |
|---|---|
| Event | Dates |
| Release of Official Notification | October 2025 (Expected) |
| Start of Online Registration (Session 1) | October 25, 2025 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Apply (Session 1) | November 2025 (Tentative) |
| Correction Window (Session 1) | December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Session 1) | January 2026 (First Week) |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates | January 21 – 30, 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Session 1) | February 2026 |
| Session 2 Registration Start Date | Last Week of January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Session 2) | February 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates | April 1 – 10, 2026 |
| Final Result / Rank Release | April 2026 (End Week) |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) | Paper 1 & 2 (B.E./B.Tech + B.Arch/B.Planning) |
| Male (General / OBC-NCL) | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Female (General / OBC-NCL) | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Transgender | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| Outside India (Male) | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Outside India (Female) | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| Age limit as of 31st December 2026 | |
| • No Upper Age Limit for appearing in JEE Main 2026. • Candidates who passed their Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or are appearing in 2026, are eligible to apply. |
| Total Number of Seats Through JEE Main 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Institute Type | Number of Institutes | Approx. Total Seats |
| National Institutes of Technology (NITs) | 31 | ~24,000 seats |
| Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) | 26 | ~8,000 seats |
| Government Funded Technical Institutions (GFTIs) | 38 | ~7,000 seats |
| Private Engineering Colleges (via State Counselling) | 100+ | ~1,50,000+ seats (approx.) |
| JEE Main 2026 Application Form: Education Qualification | |
| • Candidates must have passed or be appearing in the Class 12 / 10+2 examination or its equivalent in 2024, 2025, or 2026. • The qualifying examination must be from a recognized Central / State Board (e.g., CBSE, ICSE, State Boards) or any equivalent recognized body. 👉 Candidates must have studied the following subjects: • Physics (Compulsory) • Mathematics (Compulsory) • Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational Subject (Any one of these as the third subject) 👉 There is no specific minimum percentage to appear in JEE Main. • However, for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, candidates must have at least 75% marks (65% for SC/ST) or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards. • Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025 or are appearing in 2026 are eligible. • Candidates holding a 3-year Diploma are also eligible to apply for JEE Main 2026 (for admission to B.E./B.Tech only). |
| JEE Main 2026 Application Form – Exam Pattern Overview | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Number of Papers | Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech Paper 2A – B.Arch Paper 2B – B.Planning |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a year (Session 1 – January 2026 & Session 2 – April 2026) |
| Duration of Exam | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
| Total Marks | 300 marks for Paper 1 |
| Type of Questions | Objective (MCQs) + Numerical Value Type (NVT) Questions |
| Language of Paper | 13 Languages (including English, Hindi, Gujarati, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Odia, etc.) |
| 🔹 Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Section A (MCQs) | Section B (Numerical) | Total Questions | Marks |
| Physics | 20 | 10 | 25 (any 5 from Section B) | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 10 | 25 (any 5 from Section B) | 100 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 10 | 25 (any 5 from Section B) | 100 |
| Total | – | – | 75 Questions | 300 Marks |
| 🔹 Paper 2A: B.Arch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sections | Subjects | Total Marks |
| Part I | Mathematics (CBT Mode) | 100 |
| Part II | Aptitude Test (CBT Mode) | 200 |
| Part III | Drawing Test (Pen & Paper Mode) | 100 |
| Total | – | 400 Marks |
| 🔹 Paper 2B: B.Planning | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sections | Subjects | Total Marks |
| Part I | Mathematics (CBT Mode) | 100 |
| Part II | Aptitude Test (CBT Mode) | 200 |
| Part III | Planning Based Questions | 100 |
| Total | – | 400 Marks |
| How to Apply for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form | |
| 🔹 Here’s a step-wise guide to apply for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form👇 1. Visit the Official Website: • Go to 👉 https://jeemain.nta.nic.in 2. Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Registration” link. 3. Register Yourself: • Enter your Aadhaar number, name, email ID, and mobile number to generate login credentials. 4. Fill Application Form: • Provide personal, academic, and contact details carefully. 5. Upload Documents: • Upload scanned photo, signature, and category certificate (if applicable). 6. Pay Application Fee: • Pay the fee online via UPI / Debit / Credit Card / Net Banking. 7. Submit & Download Confirmation Page: • Save and print the confirmation page for future reference. | |
| JEE Main 2026 Application Form: Selection Process Stages | |
| JEE Main 2026 Application Form Selection Process: 🔹 Selection Stages 1. JEE Main Examination: • Appear for the computer-based test (Session 1 & Session 2). 2. Result Declaration: • NTA releases scores and ranks based on performance in JEE Main. 3. JoSAA Counselling: • Participate in JoSAA/CSAB counselling for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. 4. Seat Allotment & Admission: • Seats are allotted based on rank, preferences, and category, followed by document verification and final admission. | |
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
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| Official Notification | Click Here Coming Soon |
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| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
| Important Question (FAQs) | |
| Q1. When will the JEE Main 2026 Application Form registration start? Ans. The registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is expected to start from October 25, 2025, on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Q2. What is the last date to fill out the JEE Main 2026 form? Ans. The last date to apply for Session 1 is expected to be in the third week of November 2025. The official notice will confirm exact dates. Q3. Who can apply for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form? Ans. Students who passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025, or are appearing in 2026, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as subjects, are eligible. Q4. Is there any age limit for JEE Main 2026? Ans. No, there is no upper age limit. Candidates of any age can apply if they passed or appeared in Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or 2026. Q5. What documents are required for JEE Main 2026 Application Form registration? Ans. You’ll need: • Passport-size photograph • Signature (scanned) • Class 10 certificate • Category / PwD certificate (if applicable) • Valid Aadhaar card or ID proof Q6. What is the application fee for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form? Ans. The expected fee is ₹1000 for General/OBC Boys, ₹800 for General/OBC Girls, and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Q7. How can I pay the JEE Main 2026 application fee? Ans. The fee can be paid online only through UPI, Credit/Debit Card, or Net Banking. Q8. Can I apply for both sessions of JEE Main 2026 Application Form? Ans. Yes ✅ You can apply for Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April) separately. Your best score will be considered for ranking. Q9. Can I edit my JEE Main 2026 Application Form after submission? Ans. Yes, NTA will open a correction window after registration closes. You can edit limited details like photo, name, category, or exam city. Q10. What is the official website for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form? Ans. The official website is jeemain.nta.nic.in. All updates, notifications, and forms will be available there only. | |
