The National Testing Agency (NTA) has launched the official website for JEE Main 2026, accessible atjeemain.nta.nic.in. While the portal is active, registration dates for JEE Main 2026 are not yet announced. The NTA is expected to release the application form for the first session in the last week of October 2025, based on previous year trends.
Application Dates and Process
Registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is anticipated to begin in late October 2025. Candidates should monitor the official website for the exact notification. The application process will require candidates to visitjeemain.nta.nic.in, complete the online registration form, upload necessary documents, and pay the application fee. Fees vary by candidate category.
Required documents include an updated Aadhaar card. Candidates with disabilities must provide a valid UDID card. An updated category certificate is also necessary for reserved categories.
Expected Registration Timeline
Based on past trends, NTA may open registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 within the following windows:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Expected Release Date 1 | October 15 – 22, 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Expected Release Date 2 | October 23 – 31, 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Expected Release Date (If Delayed) | First Week of November 2025 |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Structure
The JEE Main examination will be conducted in two sessions during 2026: Session 1 in January 2026 and Session 2 in April 2026 . Candidates can appear for the exam a maximum of six times, with two attempts permitted each year.
- The exam covers two papers:
- Paper-1 is for admission to B.E./B.Tech courses.
- Paper-2 is for B.Arch (Paper-2A) and B.Planning (Paper-2B) courses.
Paper-1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Paper-2B (B.Planning) will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Paper-2A (B.Arch) includes a Mathematics (Part 1) and Aptitude Test (Part 2) conducted in CBT mode, while the Drawing Test (Part 3) will be held offline.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements for JEE Main 2026:
- There is no age restriction for appearing in the exam.
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing for their Class 12 examination in 2026.
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are mandatory subjects in Class 12.
- A minimum of 75% marks in Class 12 is required.
- For SC/ST candidates, the minimum aggregate mark is 65% .
Next Steps for Candidates
Prospective applicants should regularly check the official NTA JEE Main website,jeemain.nta.nic.in, for the release of official registration dates and detailed notifications. Updates will include the application form link, specific document requirements, and any changes to the examination process.