The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee announced the Joint Entrance Examination – Advanced (JEE Advanced) 2026 exam date. The examination will take place on May 17, 2026 . This national-level entrance test facilitates admissions to undergraduate engineering programs across the 23 IITs in India. The top 2.5 lakh qualifiers from JEE Main will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026.
Key Examination Details
JEE Advanced 2026 will consist of two mandatory papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers will be conducted online, in computer-based test (CBT) mode, on May 17, 2026. Each paper has a duration of three hours. Candidates must attempt both papers. The exam assesses candidates’ knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
The exam pattern includes multiple-choice questions, multiple-select questions, and numerical answer type questions. Negative marking applies to certain question types. The syllabus for JEE Advanced covers topics from Class 11 and Class 12 curricula in the three subjects.
Eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026
Eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026 requires candidates to meet specific criteria. First, candidates must rank among the top 2.5 lakh successful candidates (including all categories) in the JEE Main 2026 examination. Second, candidates must have passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination. They must have secured at least 75% aggregate marks in the Class 12 examination, or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board’s Class 12 examination. Candidates from SC/ST/PwD categories need a minimum of 65% aggregate marks.
Other eligibility conditions include an age limit. Candidates must have been born on or after October 1, 2001. A five-year age relaxation applies to SC/ST/PwD candidates. Candidates can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in consecutive years. For JEE Advanced 2026, only candidates who appeared for Class 12 (or equivalent) for the first time in 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
Registration Process and Important Dates
The registration process for JEE Advanced 2026 will be conducted online through the official JEE Advanced website. Candidates must pay an application fee. Fees vary for different categories. Female candidates and those from SC/ST/PwD categories typically receive fee concessions. Required documents for registration include photographs, signatures, and category certificates (if applicable).
JEE Advanced 2026 Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Result (Tentative) | Late April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Begins (Tentative) | Early May 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Ends (Tentative) | Mid-May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release (Tentative) | Early May 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date | May 17, 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | Early June 2026 |
| JoSAA Counseling Begins (Tentative) | Late June 2026 |
Participating Institutions
JEE Advanced scores are exclusively used for admission to the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), and other integrated programs at the 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Other premier engineering colleges, including National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs), use JEE Main scores for admissions.
Preparation Strategy
Candidates preparing for JEE Advanced 2026 should focus on a structured study plan. Review the detailed syllabus available on the official JEE Advanced website. Practice previous year’s question papers and attempt mock tests to understand the exam pattern and manage time effectively. Strong conceptual understanding of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics is critical for success in this highly competitive examination.
Further Information
For official notifications, detailed information on eligibility, syllabus, and the registration process, candidates should regularly visit the official JEE Advanced website. The organizing IIT Roorkee will publish all updates on this portal. Keep track of all important dates and deadlines to ensure a smooth application process.