The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close online registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 on November 27, 2025 . Candidates must register before this deadline. The official website for application is jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination is scheduled from January 21 to January 30, 2026 .
Registration Deadline Details
The application window for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 opened on October 31, 2025. Students have until November 27, 2025, at 9:00 PM , to submit their application forms. The final date for application fee payment is also November 27, 2025, by 11:50 PM . NTA does not expect any extensions to these deadlines.
JEE Main 2026 Examination Schedule
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam will take place between January 21 and January 30, 2026 . NTA will conduct the examination in two shifts daily. Specific exam shifts and centre details will appear on the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 admit cards. Admit cards are expected 3-4 days before the start of the exams. An intimation slip for exam city details is anticipated in the first week of January 2026.
How to Register for JEE Main 2026 Session 1
Candidates must follow a specific online process to complete their registration. The steps are designed for direct submission via the official NTA JEE Main portal.
- Step 1: Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Step 2: Locate and click on the ‘JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration’ link.
- Step 3: Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Step 4: Upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee using available online payment methods.
- Step 6: Review the filled application form. Save and submit it.
Candidates should print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must prepare several documents for upload during the registration process. All documents should be in PDF format unless otherwise specified. Required documents include:
- Class 12th Marksheet or equivalent certificate
- Class 12th Passing Certificate
- Class 10th Certificate
- Birth Certificate
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Candidate’s Signature
- Category Certificate (if applicable, for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS)
- Persons with Disability (PwD) Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Government ID Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card)
Candidates must ensure all uploaded documents are clear and legible.
Key Dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1
The National Testing Agency has provided a detailed timeline for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1. Students should note these dates carefully to avoid missing important events.
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | October 31 – November 27, 2025 (till 9:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | November 27, 2025 (by 11:50 PM) |
| City Intimation Slip Release | First week of January 2026 (expected) |
| Downloading Admit Cards | 3-4 days before the exams |
| Examination Dates | January 21 – 30, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | By February 12, 2026 |
Further updates regarding the examination process will be released on the NTA JEE Main official website.