The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form on January 20, 2026. Students can apply on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. This allows candidates to register for the exam if they missed Session 1 or want to improve their scores. The application deadline is February 25, 2026 .
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Key Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | January 20, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | February 25, 2026 |
| Exam Dates | April 2 – 9, 2026 |
Applications submitted after 9:00 PM on February 25, 2026, will not be accepted. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam is scheduled to take place from April 2 to April 9, 2026 .
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who completed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or are completing it in 2026 are eligible. Students who did not appear for Session 1, or wish to improve their existing score, can also apply for Session 2.
How to Apply
Prospective applicants must follow these steps to complete the application:
- Visit the official JEE Main website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Locate and click the “Registration for JEE (Main) 2026 [Session-II]” link.
- Click on “New Registration.”
- Read the instructions carefully and accept the terms.
- Provide required personal details and set a password.
- An application number will be sent via email.
- Log in using the application number and password.
- Complete the application form with personal, educational, and exam city details.
- Upload required images and documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the submitted application before final submission.
- Download the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.
Candidates who appeared for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 can log in with their existing credentials. They must pay the applicable fee for Session 2. New applicants must complete the full registration process.