The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the application correction window for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026. Registered candidates must finalize any application changes by December 2, 2026, 11:50 PM . The official website for making these edits is jeemain.nta.nic.in .
This correction facility offers a single opportunity for candidates to modify their submitted forms. NTA warns that no further chances for corrections will be provided after the deadline. Candidates should review all details carefully to prevent future issues. Following the closure of this window, NTA will release the JEE Main 2026 city slip for all successfully accepted applications.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is scheduled to take place from January 22 to January 30, 2026 . Candidates preparing for the examination should ensure their application details are accurate before the correction window closes.
JEE Main 2026 Application: Editable Fields
Candidates can modify specific details within their JEE Main 2026 application form. However, certain critical fields remain locked for security and administrative reasons. Other sections allow limited or comprehensive alterations.
Non-Editable Information
Applicants cannot alter fundamental contact and identity information once submitted. These locked fields include:
- Mobile Number
- E-Mail Address
- Permanent and Present Address
- Emergency Contact Details
- Candidate Photograph
Limited Changes Permitted
NTA allows candidates to correct only one of three specific personal identifiers. This restriction applies to:
- Candidate Name
- Father’s Name
- Mother’s Name
Fully Editable Sections
Most other application sections allow complete modification. Candidates can update academic qualifications, eligibility status, examination preferences, personal identifiers, and identity documentation. The signature field is also open for correction.
| Category of Change | Specific Editable Fields |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualifications | Class 10th/equivalent examination details, Class 12th/equivalent examination details |
| Eligibility State Code | State code of eligibility |
| Examination Preferences | Examination Cities (candidates can choose new cities based on their Permanent and Present addresses; NTA is not bound to follow these choices), Medium of the examination, Paper selection (candidates can add papers) |
| Personal Identifiers | Date of Birth, Gender, Category, Sub-category/Person with Disability (PwD) status (if not yet verified by UDID Portal) |
| Identity Details | Aadhaar details (this option is available only for candidates who registered using an identity other than Aadhaar) |
| Signature | Candidate Signature |
How to Edit JEE Main 2026 Application Form
Candidates should follow these precise steps to make corrections before the deadline:
- Navigate to the official JEE Main 2026 website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Locate and click the designated link for “JEE Main 2026 application correction.”
- Log in securely using your unique registration number and established password.
- Access your application form and proceed to make all necessary corrections in the designated fields.
- Click the “submit” button to save the changes.
- If changes result in an increased application fee, candidates must pay the updated amount.
- After submission and payment (if required), print and save a copy of the corrected application form. This serves as an important record.
Application Fee Adjustments
NTA policy requires candidates to pay any additional application fees that arise from modifying their form. The updated details will only be reflected in the application once this payment is successfully processed. Conversely, NTA will not issue any refunds if corrections lead to a reduction in the initial application fee.