JEE Main Exam 2026, Notification Out, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Pattern, Registration

JEE Main Exam 2026: The JEE Main 2026 examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is an important step for aspiring engineering students. The detailed notification for this exam will be released in December 2025, and candidates should regularly check the official JEE Main website for updates. To be eligible, you must have completed or be in the process of completing your 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM). It’s essential to familiarize yourself with the JEE Main syllabus and exam pattern for effective preparation.

To enhance your readiness, consider practicing with JEE Main mock tests, sample papers, and previous year’s question papers. Stay vigilant for the official announcement of the JEE Main 2026 exam date, as it will mark the day you need to take the test. Success in JEE Main is a significant milestone in your journey towards an engineering career, so diligent preparation is key. Good luck with your endeavors!

JEE Main Exam 2026

JEE Main Exam 2026: JEE Main is an important online test conducted by the National Testing Agency for students who want to pursue undergraduate engineering courses in India’s top institutes. In JEE Main 2026, there are two papers – Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 is for those aiming for B.E/B.Tech. programs, while Paper 2 is for B.Arch and B.Planning courses

JEE Main 2026 also serves as an eligibility test for JEE Advanced 2026, which is necessary for admission to prestigious IITs. The exam will likely have two sessions, with Session 1 expected in January and Session 2 in May. However, the official dates haven’t been released yet. Registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is expected to start around December 2025, and for Session 2, it should begin in March 2026. You can find the registration link on the official website when it becomes available. For more details about JEE Main 2026, keep reading this article.

JEE Main Exam 2026 Highlight Points

Particulars	Details
Name of the Examination	Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main)
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Level of examination	Undergraduate Exam at the National level
Admission	Admission
Exam Frequency	Twice a year (January and April)
Exam Mode	– Computer-Based Test (CBT) for BE/ BTech/ BArch/ BPlan – Pen and paper-based test (PBT) for the Drawing section in BArch
Courses offered via entrance exam	BE/BTech, BArch, BPlan
Mode of Application	Online
Exam duration	– 3 hours for BTech/ BArch/ BPlan – 3.5 hours for BArch and B.Planning both – 4 hours for PwD candidates
Papers and Total Marks	– Paper-1: BE/BTech (300 marks) – Paper-2A: BArch (400 marks) – Paper-2B: BPlan (400 marks)
Total Questions	– BE/BTech: 90 – BArch: 82 – BPlan: 105
Marking Scheme	– +4 for each correct response – -1 for each incorrect response – No marks for unattempted questions
Language/Medium of Exam	English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu
Colleges Accepting Exam Score	All NIT, IIT, and CFTIs
Official Website	www.jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main Exam 2026 Exam Date

Events	Session 1 (Tentative Dates)	Session 2 (Tentative Dates) expected
JEE Main 2026 Notification	December 15, 2025	December 15, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Application Form Date	December 15, 2025	February 14, 2026
Last Date for Application Form	January 10, 2026	March 10, 2026
Form Correction Date	January 11, 2024 to January 12, 2024	March 11, 2026 to March 12, 2026
City Intimation Slip Date	January 21 2026	April 1, 2026
Admit Card Date	January 29, 2026	April 4, 2026
Exam Date	January 21, 2024 to January 29, 2026	April 6, 2024 to April 13, 2026
Answer Key Date	February 2, 2026	April 17, 2026
Result Date	February 5, 2026	April 25, 2026

These dates outline the important events and timelines for both Session 1 and Session 2 of JEE Main 2024. Please note that these dates are tentative and based on the previous year’s exam calendar. Be sure to check the official JEE Main website for the most up-to-date information.

JEE Main Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Age Limit	There is no age limit.
Qualifying Examination	Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examinations from a recognized board.
Year of Passing the Qualifying Examination	Candidates who have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or are appearing for it in 2026 will be eligible for JEE Main 2026.
Number of Subjects in the Qualifying Exam	Candidates should have qualified in 5 subjects:
	– Language
	– Mathematics
	– Physics
	– Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject
	– Any other subject
Admission Criteria for IITs, NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs	For B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Plan admissions:
	– Minimum 75% marks (65% for SC/ST category candidates) or should fall under the top 20 percentile of their respective boards.
	For B.Arch admission in institutes other than IITs, NITs, and CFTIs:
	– 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in 10+2 or equivalent.

JEE Main Exam 2026 Registration Steps:

1. Application Form Release: The JEE Main 2026 application form is expected to be available online in December. You can find it on the official website: www.jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2. Two Sessions: JEE Main 2026 will have two sessions in January and April, and you can choose which one you want to apply for.
3. Online Application: To apply, visit the official JEE Main website mentioned above. We’ll provide a direct link once it’s released.
4. Application Fee: Candidates need to pay an application fee, so be prepared for this.
5. Review Information: Before submitting, carefully review all the academic and personal details you’ve entered to avoid errors.

Documents Required:

Here are the main documents you’ll need to fill out the JEE Main 2026 application form:

• Recent passport-sized scanned photo.
• Scanned copies of your class 10 and 12 certificates.
• Scanned signatures.
• A scanned copy of your Aadhaar card and its number.

Steps to Fill the Application Form:

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official JEE Main website.
2. Registration: Click on the “JEE Main 2026 registration” link. Fill in the required details and click “Submit.”
3. Registration Confirmation: After completing the registration, you’ll get an email and text message with your application form number and password. Save these details.
4. Detailed Application Form: Now, you’ll need to fill out the detailed application form. This includes providing your educational qualifications, parents’ details, communication and permanent address, and your preferred exam center.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned images of your passport-sized photo and signature.
6. Payment: Pay the application fee.
7. Submission: After successful payment, your JEE Main 2026 application form will be automatically submitted.
8. Download and Print: Download and print a copy of the filled-out application form. Keep this printout safe until the admissions process is complete.

JEE Main Exam 2026 Application Fee

Courses	General/OBC/EWS	SC/ST/PWD/Transgender
BE./BTech or BArch or B.Planning
– For Boys	Rs 1000	Rs 500
– For Girls	Rs 800	Rs 500
– For All	Rs 500	Rs 500
BE./BTech & BArch or BE./BTech & BPlanning or BE./BTech, BArch & BPlanning or BArch & BPlanning
– For Boys	Rs 2000	Rs 1000
– For Girls	Rs 1600	Rs 1000
– For All	Rs 1000	Rs 1000

JEE Main 2026 Application Fee (For Abroad Exam Centers)

Courses	General/OBC/EWS	SC/ST/PWD/Transgender
B.E./B.Tech or B.Arch or B.Planning
– For Boys	Rs 3000	Rs 1500
– For Girls	Rs 1500	Rs 1500
– For All	Rs 1500	Rs 1500
B.E./BTech & BArch or BE./BTech & BPlanning or BE./B.Tech, BArch & B. Planning or BArch & BPlanning
– For Boys	Rs 6000	Rs 3000
– For Girls	Rs 3000	Rs 3000
– For All	Rs 3000	Rs 3000

These are the application fees for JEE Main 2026 based on the courses and categories, whether for Indian or Abroad Exam Centers. Be sure to check the official notification for any updates or changes in fees.

JEE Main Exam 2026 Exam Pattern

Paper	Courses	Subjects Covered	Total Questions	Total Marks	Sections	Number of Questions	Section-Wise Marks
Paper 1	BTech	Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry	90 Questions	300 Marks	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): 30 Objective Type + 10 Questions with answer as numerical value, with equal weightage to Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Note: Out of 10 questions, candidates will have to attempt only 5 questions.	Mathematics- 100 Marks, Physics- 100 Marks, Chemistry- 100 Marks
Paper 2A	BArch	Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing	82 Questions	400 Marks	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): 30 Objective Type + 10 Questions with answers as a numerical value, with equal weightage to Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Note: Out of 10 questions, candidates will have to attempt only 5 questions.	Mathematics- 100 Marks, Aptitude- 200 Marks, Drawing- 100 Marks
Paper 2B	BPlanning	Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning	105 Questions	400 Marks	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs): 20 Objective Type (Mathematics) & 10 Questions with answers as a numerical value. Note: Out of 10 questions, candidates will have to attempt only 5 questions. Aptitude- 50 MCQs Planning- 25 Objective Type (Planning Based Questions)	Mathematics- 100 Marks, Aptitude- 200 Marks, Planning- 100 Marks

These details explain the subjects, the number of questions, marks, and sections for each paper in JEE Main 2026, catering to different courses like BTech, BArch, and planning.

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