JEE Registration 2026 is expected to begin in November 2025 for Session 1. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the JEE Main 2026 registration process will be entirely online on the official NTA website. Candidates aspiring to get admission into top engineering colleges like IITs, NITs, and IIITs must fill out the JEE 2026 application form within the given deadline.
To complete the JEE Main 2026 registration, students need to provide their personal and academic details, upload the required documents, and pay the registration fee online. It is essential to stay updated on JEE 2026 eligibility, exam dates, and application guidelines to avoid any errors during form submission.
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JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates (Session 1 & 2)
JEE Registration 2026 dates are as follows for Sessions 1 and 2:
JEE Main 2026 Session 1
| Events | Tentative Dates |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration – January Session | |
| Start of JEE Main Online Application Form | October 2025 |
| Last Date to Submit JEE Main Application Form | November 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay JEE Application Fee (Online) | November 2025 |
| JEE Application Form Correction Window | November 2025 |
| Announcement of Exam City | January 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates – Session 1 | 22 January to 30 January 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result | February 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 Session 2
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration – April Session | |
| Start of JEE Main Session 2 Application | February 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | February 2026 |
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
The eligibility criteria for JEE Registration 2026 are as follows
| Eligibility Parameter | Details |
| Nationality | Indian nationals, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, and foreign nationals are eligible. |
| Age Limit | No age limit. Candidates must have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026. |
| Qualifying Exam | Class 12 or equivalent examination from a recognized board. |
| Year of Passing Qualifying Exam | Should have passed in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026. |
| Subjects in Qualifying Exam | You must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a technical Vocational subject. |
| Minimum Marks in Qualifying Exam | No minimum % required for JEE Main. However, for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs, 75% marks in Class 12 (or top 20 percentile) is mandatory (65% for SC/ST). |
| Number of Attempts Allowed | A candidate can appear in JEE Main for 3 consecutive years, with 2 attempts each year (January & April sessions). |
| Eligibility for Admission in NITs, IIITs, CFTIs | Must have secured 75% marks (65% for SC/ST) in Class 12 or be in the top 20 percentile of the board. |
| Medium of Exam | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. |
How to Fill the JEE Main 2026 Application Form
Filling out the JEE registration 2026 correctly is crucial for successful registration. Follow these steps to avoid errors and ensure a smooth application process.
Step 1: Visit the Official Website: Go to the official NTA JEE Main website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Step 2: Register as a New Candidate
- Click on “New Registration”
- Read the instructions carefully and click on “Click Here to Proceed”.
- Enter the required basic details:
- Candidate’s Name
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Numbers
- Email ID
- Security pin
- Set a password and security question for login
- Submit and note down the Application Number generated.
Step 3: Fill the Application Form
- Login with your Application Number and Password.
- Enter academic, personal and contact details
- Choose exam cities in order of preference (4 cities)
- Select the session (January/ April)
- Enter the medium of question paper (language preference)
Step 4: Upload Scanned Documents
- Upload the following documents in the prescribed format:
- Passport-size photograph (10kb- 200kb)
- Signature (4 kb- 30 kb)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ensure images are clear and not blurred.
Step 5: Pay the Application Fee
- Pay the application fee using Credit/debit card, net banking or UPI.
- Fee varies by:
- Category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
- Number of papers (Paper 1/ Paper 2/ Both)
- Gender
- Save the confirmation page after successful payment.
Step 6: Download Confirmation Page
- After payment, download and print the confirmation page
- Save it for future reference.
JEE Main 2026 Application Fee (Category-Wise)
| Category | Gender | Paper 1 or Paper 2 Fee | Both Papers Fee |
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL) | Male | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL) | Female | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Male | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Female | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| Transgender | Any | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| Foreign Candidates | Any | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
JEE Registration 2026: Correction Facility
| Details | AADHAR Verified Candidates | AADHAR Non-Verified Candidates |
| Name of Candidate | Not Editable | Editable (only one of name/father/mother) |
| Father’s Name | Editable (only one: father or mother) | Editable (only one of name/father/mother) |
| Mother’s Name | Editable (only one: father or mother) | Editable (only one of name/father/mother) |
| Date of Birth | Not Editable | Editable |
| Gender | Not Editable | Editable |
| Category | Editable (upload or re-upload certificate; not both) | Editable (upload or re-upload certificate; not both) |
| Subcategory / PwD Status | Editable (upload or re-upload certificate) | Editable (upload or re-upload certificate) |
| City Preference | Editable | Editable |
| Exam Medium | Editable | Editable |
| Qualification Details (Class 10 & 12) | Editable | Editable |
| Course Selection | Editable / Add More Courses | Editable / Add More Courses |
How to Make Changes in JEE Main Application Form 2026?
| Step | Action | Details |
| Step 1 | Visit the Official Website | Go to jeemain.nta.ac.in |
| Step 2 | Login | Use your Application Number, Password, and Security Pin to log in |
| Step 3 | Access Correction Window | Click on the “Correction in Application Form” link on the dashboard |
| Step 4 | Select Editable Fields | Review the editable fields and make the necessary changes (as per AADHAR verification status) |
| Step 5 | Upload Documents (if required) | Upload or re-upload supporting documents (category, PwD, etc.) where applicable |
| Step 6 | Verify and Submit | Carefully review all changes, then click “Submit” to finalize your corrections |
| Step 7 | Pay Additional Fee (if applicable) | If changes result in a higher fee (e.g., category or course change), pay using available payment modes |
| Step 8 | Download Confirmation | Save and download the confirmation page for future reference |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, NTA opens a correction window for a limited period during which candidates can edit certain details in their application form. Make sure to check the official schedule and correct your form within the allowed time.
If your AADHAR has been verified, you can correct details like your parent’s name (only one), category, subcategory, exam city, exam medium, qualification details, and course preference.
Yes, if the corrections you make (such as changing your category or adding courses) lead to a higher application fee, you will be required to pay the difference online during the correction process.
