1. 🗓️ Registration Now Open

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially started the registration process for JEE Main 2026 — one of India’s most competitive engineering entrance exams.
Students aspiring for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other top engineering colleges can now apply online through the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in.

· Application start date: november 1, 2025

· Last date to apply: November 27, 2025 (till 11:50 PM)

· Last date to pay the fee: November 27, 2025

2. 🧾 Exam Schedule: Two Sessions in 2026

Like previous years, JEE Main 2026 will be conducted in two sessions to give students more flexibility and a second chance to improve their scores.

Session

Exam Dates

Result Date (Tentative)

Session 1

January 24 – february 1, 2026

February 10, 2026

Session 2

April 1 – april 15, 2026

April 25, 2026

Students can appear in either one or both sessions, and the best score will be considered for final merit ranking.

3. 🧠 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates should ensure they meet the following criteria:

· Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024 or appearing in 2026.

· Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are mandatory.

· Age Limit: There is no upper age limit, but candidates must satisfy institute-specific admission requirements.

4. 💻 How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 — Step-by-Step

1. Visit the official website: https://jeemain.nta.ac.in

2. Click on “JEE Main 2026 Registration”

3. Complete the online registration using email and mobile number

4. Fill out the application form with personal and academic details

5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and documents

6. Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking

7. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference

5. 💰 application Fees (Expected)

Category

Boys

Girls

General / OBC (India Centres)

₹1,000

₹800

SC / st / PwD

₹500

₹500

Foreign Centres

USD 100

USD 80

(Exact fee details are available on the official NTA notification.)

6. 📚 Exam Pattern

· Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

· Papers: Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning)

· Total Marks: 300

· Question Type: MCQs + Numerical value questions

· Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect answers

7. 📢 Key Points to Remember

· Use a valid email ID and mobile number to receive all official updates.

· Make sure to upload documents in the correct format and size.

· review the form carefully before final submission — no major corrections allowed later.

· Candidates can use the “Application Correction Window” that NTA will open after the registration deadline for minor edits.

8. 🔮 What’s Next

After registration closes on November 27, NTA will release:

· City Intimation Slip – in early january 2026

· Admit Cards – a week before the exam

· Mock tests and sample papers – available on the NTA’s official portal

 

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Balasahana Suresh

02/11/2025 10:11 AM