The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced revised examination dates for the Joint Entrance Examination – Main (JEE Main 2026) Session 2. The engineering entrance exams for Session 2 will now take place from April 2 to April 9, 2026 . This modifies the previous schedule, which had set the B.Tech exams from April 1 to April 10.
This date adjustment for the second session is confirmed in the latest JEE information brochure published by the NTA. The JEE Main examination is crucial for admissions into various undergraduate engineering programs across India.
Session 1 Dates Confirmed
The dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 remain unchanged. These exams are scheduled to run from January 21 to January 30, 2026 . This ensures consistency for candidates preparing for the first phase of the examination.
The NTA initially released an advisory on September 29. This advisory instructed candidates to update their Aadhaar card details for identity verification. This step aims to streamline the authentication process and prevent examination malpractice. The comprehensive exam schedule for both sessions was first announced on October 19.
Registration Windows
The registration period for the JEE Main January session concluded on October 31 . The application forms were available on the official NTA website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates for Session 1 have completed their application process.
For the April session, the registration window is expected to open in the last week of January 2026 . This timeline remains unchanged from initial announcements. Students are advised to monitor the official NTA website for the precise date when applications become available after the Session 1 exams conclude.
Overview of Key Dates
The following table provides a summary of the critical dates for JEE Main 2026, highlighting the recent modifications to Session 2:
| Event | Original Date / Period | Revised Date / Period |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main Session 1 Exam Date | January 21 to 30 | No Change |
| JEE Main January Registration | In October | October 31 (closed) |
| JEE Main Session 2 Exam Date | April 1 to 10 | April 2 to 9 |
| JEE Main April Registration | Last week of January 2026 | No Change |
Exam City Expansion and Collaboration
In a significant update, the NTA has expanded the number of examination cities for JEE Main 2026. The exam will now be conducted across 323 cities nationwide, an increase from the previous 284 cities. This expansion aims to improve accessibility for candidates across various regions.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has also collaborated with the NTA. CBSE shared Class 11 registration numbers with the NTA. This measure helps prevent scheduling conflicts between the JEE Main exams and the CBSE Class 12 board examinations for 2026, ensuring students can manage both critical assessments.
Result Announcement Schedule
The NTA has also confirmed the dates for result declarations. Results for the January session of JEE Main 2026 will be released on February 12 . For the second session, candidates can expect their results on April 20 .
All candidates must refer to the official NTA JEE Main website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding exam procedures, guidelines, and further announcements.