JEE Main 2026: Registration (Started), Exam Date, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Fees, Admit Card, Answer Key, Results, Correction Window, Mock Exam & Sample Papers
JEE Main 2026: Registration (Session 2 Started), Exam Date, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Exam Pattern, Fees, Admit Card, Answer Key, Results
Session 2 Admit Card Released
NTA released the admit cards for Session 2 exams on March 29, 2026, for exams taking place on April 2 and 4, 2026, while admit cards for exams taking place from April 5 to 8 will be released in batches soon.
Latest Updates: Session 2 Date Sheet Released
The dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 have been rescheduled by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and the exam city slips for students scheduled to sit in April have also been made available on March 21, 2026.
Instead of April 9, the tests will now take place from April 2 to April 8. There will be two shifts every day. The dates of Paper 1 (BE and BTech) are April 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8, while Paper 2 (BArch and BPlanning) will be held on April 7. The NTA has not explained the one-day timetable reduction.
The first shift for Paper 1 will begin at 9:00 AM and conclude at 12:00 PM, while the second shift will last from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The shift timing for the Paper 2 exam will be released soon.
City Slip Released for Session 2:
Students can use their application number and password to download their exam city slip starting from March 21, 2026, at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Students can use this slip to plan their journey and lodging by seeing the city where the exam centre is located.
Registration reopened for Session 2
NTA reopened the registration window for session 2 from March 12 to 13, after multiple requests by students who missed the original deadline of February 25, 2026. The registrations began on February 1, 2026.
The correction window was scheduled from February 27 to 28, 2026, but this was accessible only to candidates who registered within the original deadline of February 25. However, there was no correction facility provided to students who registered within the 48-hour special window from March 12 to 13, 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results and Answer Key
The NTA released the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Results for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on February 16 and 24, 2026, respectively, along with their final answer key.
The provisional answer key for session 1 (Paper 1) was released on February 4, and students had until February 6, 2026, to file their objections. The provisional key for Paper 2 was released from February 19 to 20, 2026.
After all the objections were resolved, the final answer key and results were made public on February 16 and 24, 2026, for paper 1 and paper 2, respectively.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates
As per the date sheet, the JEE Main 2026 exam for Session 1 was conducted on 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 January 2026 for BE/B.Tech Paper 1, and January 29, 2026, for Paper 2A and 2B (B. Arch/B.Planning), while Session 2 will be conducted from April 2 to 8, 2026.
NTA released the exact JEE Main 2026 exam dates and City Intimation Slip for Session 1 on January 8, 2026, on its official website jeemain.nta.ac.in. The tentative dates were released on October 31, 2025, for both sessions.
JEE Main 2026 Application Form for Session 1 was released on October 31, 2025. Candidates were allowed to fill out the application form online on jeemain.nta.ac.in by November 27, 2025.
This year, the JEE Main 2026 exam will be conducted under the supervision of the IIT Roorkee.
The JEE Main 2026 Notification was released for public observation on October 31, 2025, for both sessions. Students who have completed their 12th standard or are pursuing it are eligible to apply for the exam.
Students who are planning to take the exam should be aware of the JEE Main 2026 Exam pattern, JEE Main 2026 Syllabus PDF, JEE Main 2026 preparation tips, and other exam-related information.
NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exam to shortlist candidates for admission to three programs—BE/B. Tech, B. Arch, and B. Plan. Every one of the three courses has its own question paper, curriculum, exam format, and pattern.
What is the JEE Main 2026 Exam?
JEE Main 2026 exam is conducted for admission to IITs, NITs, CFTIs, and colleges/universities funded by the central or state Government. Students should also note that the JEE Main exam is an eligibility requirement for the JEE Advanced exam – the next step in the admission process.
The competition for admission to the above universities is intense, with lakhs of candidates appearing for the exam every year, but only a few thousand make it to the university.
Candidates must have completed their Class 12th in 2024 or 2025, or be appearing in 2026, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, to be eligible to take the JEE Main 2026 exam. Students can take the exam for 3 consecutive years from the year of passing class 12, although there is no minimum grade requirement or age restriction.
Keep reading to learn more about the JEE Main 2026 exam dates, JEE Main 2026 Registration, JEE Main 2026 Application Form, JEE Main 2026 Eligibility, JEE Main 2026 Syllabus, JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern, JEE Main 2026 Fees, JEE Main 2026 Admit Card, JEE Main 2026 Answer Key, JEE Main 2026 Results, JEE Main 2026 preparation tips, and other relevant exam-related information.
Each session of the JEE Main 2026 exam will include 2 papers for BE/B. Tech and B. Arch/B. Plan:
- Paper 1 for courses leading to BE/B. Tech admission. It contains questions from the physics, chemistry, and math classes for grades 11 and 12.
- Paper 2 for B. Arch and B. Plan course entrance. Paper 2 is separated into two sections: Paper 2B for B. Plan and Paper 2 A for BArch. Paper 2A comprises Math, an aptitude test, and drawing, whereas Paper 2B has Math, an aptitude test, and questions based on planning.
The entire exam will be administered in computer-based online mode except for the drawing section of Paper 2, which is only possible in the traditional pen-and-paper mode.
JEE Main 2026 Highlights
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Particulars |
Details |
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Abbreviation |
Joint Entrance Examination (Main) or JEE Main |
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Conducting Body |
National Testing Agency |
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Level of exam |
Undergraduate |
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Exam frequency |
Twice a year in the Months of January and April |
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Exam Mode |
Computer-based Online Exam |
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How many students appear for the JEE Main |
Approx. 10 lakh |
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Courses offered |
B. Tech, B. Arch, and B. Plan |
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Application fees |
For BE/B. Tech Courses INR 1000 (Male General) INR 800 (Female General) INR 900 (Male Gen-EWS/OBC/NCL category) INR 800 (Female Gen-EWS/OBC/NCL category) INR 500 (Male SC/ST/PwD/PwBD) INR 500 (Female SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category) |
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Exam duration |
3 hours 4 hours for PwD |
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Total marks |
300 marks for Paper-1 (BE/B. Tech) 400 marks for Paper-2A (BArch) 400 marks for Paper-2B (B. Plan) |
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Marking scheme |
+4 for each correct response -1 for each incorrect response |
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Total Questions |
75 questions in Paper 1 (BE/B. Tech) 77 questions in Paper 2A (B. Arch) 100 questions in Paper 2B (B. Plan) |
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Language of paper/exam |
13 languages- English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu |
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Accepting colleges |
All NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs |
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Number of test cities |
290 in India 20 outside India |
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JEE Main 2026 official website |
jeemain.nta.ac.in |
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NTA contact details |
Contact Number: 0120-6895200 Email ID: jeemain@nta.ac.in Helpline: 9650173668 |8178359845 |8287471852| 8287471852 | 9599676953 |
JEE Main 2026 Notification
The National Testing Agency (NTA) made the JEE Main 2026 Notification available on its official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in, on October 31, 2025. Important information like JEE Main 2026 exam dates, JEE Main 2026 registration, JEE Main 2026 syllabus, JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern, and more are included in this booklet. Stay tuned with us to know about the latest updates on JEE Main 2026 exam dates, or check the table below.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates: The JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates were released on October 31, 2025, for both sessions. Two sessions of the exam are scheduled to take place:
- 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 January 2026 for BE/B.Tech Paper 1, and January 29, 2026, for Papers 2A and 2B (B. Arch/B.Planning for Session 1
- April 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8, for Paper 1 and April 7 for Paper 2 for Session 2
Below is a tabular form of tentative JEE Main 2026 exam dates for both January and April Sessions:
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Events |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates |
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Session 1 (January session) |
Session 2 (April session) |
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JEE Main 2026 Notification |
31st October 2025 |
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JEE Main 2026 Application Form Starts |
31st October 2025 |
1st February 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 Application Form Ends |
27th November 2025 (9 pm) |
February 25, 2026, up to 9:00 PM Reopened March 12 and 13, 2026 |
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Last date to pay registration fee |
Till 27th November 2025 (11.50 pm) |
February 25, 2026, up to 11:50 PM Extended March 13, 2026 |
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Application Correction Window |
December 1 to 2, 2025 |
February 27 to 28, 2026 |
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Advance city intimation slip |
January 8, 2026 |
March 21, 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 Admit Card |
January 17, 2026 - January 24, 2026 |
March 29, 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 exam dates |
January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 for Paper 1 January 29 for Paper 2 |
April 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8, for Paper 1 and April 7 for Paper 2 |
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Provisional JEE Main 2026 Answer Key |
February 4 to 6, 2026 Paper 1 February 19 to 20, 2026 Paper 2 |
April 2026 |
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Final JEE Main 2026 Answer Key |
February 16, 2026 February 24, 2026 |
2nd week of April 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 Result |
February 16, 2026 February 24, 2026 |
By 20th April 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 Counselling |
May/ June 2026 |
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JEE Main 2026 Registration Mandates Aadhaar/Digilocker
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has introduced new verification standards for the JEE Main 2026 registration process. Candidates must now verify their identity using Aadhaar or DigiLocker. This will help reduce application errors and verify the candidate's information.
According to the revised requirements, students applying for JEE Main 2026 must verify their identity during the identity details stage using their Aadhaar number or DigiLocker account. According to the information pamphlet, those who choose not to use Aadhaar must upload a scanned copy of a valid form of identity, such as a passport, PAN card, or voter ID.
However, this option is not currently available for JEE Mains registration. The only documents accepted by the system are Digilocker and Aadhaar.
By linking Aadhaar or DigiLocker, candidate details like name, birthdate, and photo can be instantly validated. It also reduces errors in the processing of admission cards and results that sometimes lead to application denials or inconsistencies.
Students are also encouraged to update their Aadhaar details, which include their name, address, gender, and most recent photo, before applying. By allowing candidates to download verified documents, like their birth certificate or Class 10 mark sheet, DigiLocker removes the need for manual uploads.
No Correction Facility for ID Details
The NTA has made it quite clear that there won't be a window for Aadhaar or identifying data to be altered once the application is submitted. Students are therefore required to confirm all of their personal information before turning in their final application.
Crucial Lessons for Applicants:
- Aadhaar or DigiLocker authentication is now required for JEE Main 2026 registration.
- Aadhaar and DigiLocker will be used to verify the information.
- Applicants should ensure that their Aadhaar photo and details are current and accurate.
Latest Updates for JEE Main 2026 Session 2
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card Release Date: March 29, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 City Intimation Slip Release Date: March 21, 2026.
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates: April 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8, for Paper 1 and April 7 for Paper 2
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Reopened: March 12 to 13, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Dates: February 1 to 25, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Correction Facility: February 27 to 28, 2026
- JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Date: Expected April 20, 2026.
Tie-Breaking Rules in JEE Main 2025 Exam
- The agency has also changed the tie-breaking policy for JEE Mains. Now the tie-breaking will be done based on marks obtained in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Earlier, tie-breaking was done on the basis of age and number of applications.
How Many People Sign Up for JEE Mains?
The number of applicants can be anywhere from 1 million to 1.3 million. Last year, the total number of applicants was 13.11 Lakh for session 1 and 10.61 Lakh for session 2. The total number of applicants who took the exam in the previous years is shown in the table below.
|
Year |
No. of Registered Students |
No. of Students Appeared |
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2025 |
January 3,55,293 |
January 3,04,653 |
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February |
February |
|
|
2024 |
January- 1231874 |
January- 1170036 |
|
April - 1179569 |
April - 1067959 |
|
|
2023 |
January - 860064 |
January - 823967 |
|
April - 931334 |
April - 883367 |
|
|
2022 |
June - 872970 |
June - 769604 |
|
July - 622034 |
July - 540242 |
|
|
2021 |
February - 652628 |
February - 621033 |
|
March - 619641 |
March - 556248 |
|
|
July - 709611 |
July - 543553 |
|
|
August - 767700 |
August - 481419 |
|
|
2020 |
8,58,000 |
8,00,532 |
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2019 |
January - 9,29,198 |
January - 8,74,469 |
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April - 9,35,755 |
April - 8,81,096 |
|
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2018 |
10,43,739 |
10,01,543 |
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2017 |
1186454 |
Online Exam - 165635 |
|
Offline Exam- 956716 |
||
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2016 |
12,07,257 |
Online Exam- 10,22,808 |
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Offline Exam- 1,72,058 |
||
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2015 |
13,04,646 |
Online Exam- 11,05,135 |
|
Offline Exam- 1,87,782 |
||
|
2014 |
13,56,805 |
Online Exam- 11,72,538 |
|
Offline Exam- 1,72,369 |
||
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2013 |
12,60,219 |
11,89,777 |
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2012 |
11,45,353 |
10,70,276 |
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2011 |
11,14,880 |
10,53,833 |
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2010 |
11,18,147 |
10,65,100 |
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2009 |
10,10,061 |
9,62,119 |
Check the AIR for the JEE Main Result Session 1 2026 Topper List
NTA has only made public the list of applicants who scored in the top 100 percentile based on the results of the first session. Additionally, the top performers have been made public by state and category.
View the toppers' list below. Please take note that the JEE Mains 2026 All India Ranks with the session 1 results will not be released by NTA.
- Shreyas Mishra - Delhi (NCT)
- Narendrababu Gari Mahith - Andhra Pradesh
- Shubham Kumar - Bihar
- Kabeer Chhillar - Rajasthan
- Chiranjib Kar - Rajasthan
- Bhavesh Patra - Odisha
- Anay Jain - Haryana
- Arnav Gautam - Rajasthan
- Pasala Mohith - Andhra Pradesh
- Madhav Viradiya - Maharashtra
- Purohit Nimay - Gujarat
- Vivan Sharad Mahiswari – Telangana
Gender-Wise and Category-Wise Candidates Appeared for Session 1
|
Category |
General |
Gen-EWS |
OBC-NCL |
SC |
ST |
Total |
|
Female |
157747 |
52904 |
180476 |
43998 |
14443 |
449568 |
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Male |
295078 |
108054 |
336860 |
85904 |
29189 |
855085 |
|
Total |
452825 |
160958 |
517336 |
129902 |
43632 |
1304653 |
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before completing the application, candidates for JEE Main 2026 should confirm their eligibility. The requirements for JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria are
- Age Requirement: The JEE Main 2026 exam is open to candidates of any age. All candidates, regardless of age, are eligible to sit in JEE Main 2026. After passing JEE Main 2026, students must, however, meet the age requirements of the institution where admission is sought.
- Class 12 Passing Year: The candidate must have appeared in 2024, 2025, or appearing in the 2026 board exam. Applicants who cleared class 12 in 2023 or before that or planning to take the exam in 2024 do not meet the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria.
- Exam requirements for qualifying: Candidates must have passed or appeared in a class 12 exam, a two-year pre-university exam, or any other equivalent exam.
- State Code of Eligibility Criteria: The code of the state in which a candidate is qualified to sit in JEE Main 2026 after passing the Class 12 (or similar) qualifying test is known as the state code of eligibility. Please note that the State code of eligibility has nothing to do with the candidate's place of residence or birthplace.
To complete the JEE Main 2026 application form, students must upload scanned copies of their passport-size photo, signature, and date of birth.
When filling out the JEE Main 2026 application form, students who fall under one of the reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, or Gen-EWS) must also attach a scanned copy of their category certificate.
The JEE Main 2026 application form consists of several stages, which include
- Stage 1- Registration
- Stage 2- Providing personal and academic details in the JEE Main 2026 application form
- Stage 3- Uploading the documents
- Stage 4- Paying the JEE Main 2026 registration fees
Documents Needed for the JEE Main 2026 Application Form
Check out the personal/academic/category documents all applicants must submit for JEE Main 2026.
- A scanned copy of a passport-size photo and signature
- To pay the application fee, use your credit/debit card or Internet banking information.
- Mark sheets for classes 10 and 12
- Certificate of category (for candidates who are EWS, SC/ST/PWD)
JEE Main 2026 Registration Process
The NTA started the JEE Main 2026 Registration process for Session 2 on February 1, 2026, and students had until February 25, up to 9:00 PM to fill out their forms. The correction window remained active from February 27 to 28, 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
However, NTA reopened the registration window for a period of 48 hours from March 12 to 13, for students who missed the original deadline of February 25 to fill out their forms. This special window didn’t had a correction facility.
The NTA started the JEE Main 2026 Registration process for Session 1 on October 31, 2025. Students had to fill out the JEE Main 2026 application form by November 27, 2025, till 11:50 PM, and pay their registration fees by 11:50 PM on the same day.
The JEE Main 2026 Application form was released on the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in. There will be distinct application forms accessible for JEE Main 2026 for both sessions since the exam will be held in two sessions in January and April. However, when filling out the session 1 (January) form, candidates will have the choice to apply for either one or both sessions.
Applicants must complete the online JEE Main 2026 Registration process. Students can check the deadline for the JEE Main 2026 application form for sessions 1 and 2 by reviewing the JEE Main 2026 Notification which was released on October 31, 2025.
There are several steps involved in the JEE Main 2026 registration process, which include
- Go to the official JEE Main 2026 website and submit basic information such as name, category, phone number, email address, and password generation to begin the JEE Main 2026 registration process.
- Select the link for “New Candidate Registration,” and candidates must choose between registering with Aadhaar, PAN, ABC ID, or passport, depending on their preferred method.
- Provide all the information mentioned above.
- After registration, candidates will receive an application number in their email ID.
- Use the login credentials you created while registering to access your account and complete filling out the JEE Main 2026 application form.
- Candidates must attach a scanned copy of their photo, signature, and category certificate (if applicable) after completing the form.
- The JEE Main 2026 application fee payment is the final step. Only online payments made using a Rupay credit or debit card, UPI, or net banking will be accepted for the JEE Main 2026 application fee.
JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees
The JEE Main 2026 registration fees vary depending on the category of students and the exam centre they are applying to. The table below lists the JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees for the various courses, categories, and Exam centres both inside and outside India:
For Indian Exam Centres
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Courses |
Category |
Application Fee (Rs.) |
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B.E./B.Tech or B. Arch or B. Planning |
General |
Boys – 1000 |
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Girls – 800 |
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Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates |
Boys – 900 |
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Girls – 800 |
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SC/ST/PwD |
Boys – 500 |
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|
Girls – 500 |
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Third Gender |
500 |
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B.E./B.Tech & B. Arch or |
Gen/Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates |
Boys – 2000 |
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B.E./B.Tech & B. Planning or |
Girls – 1600 |
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B.E./B.Tech, B. Arch & B. Planning or |
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates |
Boys – 1000 |
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B. Arch & B. Planning |
Girls – 1000 |
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|
Third Gender |
1000 |
For Outside India Centres
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Courses |
Category |
Application Fee (Rs.) |
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B.E./B.Tech or B. Arch or B. Planning |
General |
Boys – 5000 |
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Girls – 400 |
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Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates |
Boys – 4500 |
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Girls – 4000 |
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SC/ST/PwD |
Boys – 2500 |
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Girls – 2500 |
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Third Gender |
3000 |
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B.E./B.Tech & B. Arch or |
Gen/Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL candidates |
Boys – 10000 |
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B.E./B.Tech & B. Planning or |
Girls – 8000 |
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B.E./B.Tech, B. Arch & B. Planning or |
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates |
Boys – 5000 |
|
B. Arch & B. Planning |
Girls – 5000 |
|
|
Third Gender |
5000 |
Applicants have three options for paying the JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees: UPI, net banking, or debit/credit cards. The following fee schedules apply to candidates from outside India: Rs. 5000 for boys, Rs. 4000 for girls, Rs. 4500 for general-EWS/OBC-NCL, Rs. 2500 for SC/ST/PwD, and Rs. 3000 for the third gender.
JEE Main 2026 Correction Window
NTA launched the correction facility for Session 2 exams from February 27 to 28, 2026, after the registrations were over on February 25. However, NTA provided no correction window for candidates who registered during the period of March 12 to 13, 2026.
NTA launched the correction window for the JEE Main 2026 Application form for Session 1 at the official website at jeemain.nta.ac.in in on December 1 and concluded on December 2, 2026.
Applicants were allow to use this correction window to change any incorrect information they may have entered in their application or to re-upload any incorrect images. Changes will incur charges per correction. Candidates will be permitted to change below details:
- Academic Details
- Exam Centres
- Category
- Change of Paper
- Language of Examination
Things not allowed to change
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
- Permanent Address
- Present/Correspondence Address
- Emergency Contact Details
- Photograph
- Candidate Name, Father Name, or Mother Name (you can change only one of these, and only for new applicants for Session 2)
JEE Main 2026 Syllabus
There are no significant changes made in the JEE Main 2026 syllabus this year. The syllabus was released by the NTA along with the JEE Main 2026 Notification on October 31, 2025. Additionally, aspirants can now access the JEE Main 2026 syllabus in PDF format, as it is available here as well as on the JEE Main website.
The JEE Main 2026 syllabus is sourced from the NCERT textbooks of 11th and 12th classes. Candidates may use their class 11 and 12 NCERT/state board physics, chemistry, and math textbooks to prepare for JEE Main Paper 1 (BE/B. Tech).
The JEE Main 2026 syllabus for Paper 2B (B. Plan) and the drawing syllabus for Paper 2A (BArch) are based on the relevant class 11 and 12 textbooks.
The NTA released the JEE Main 2026 notification and information pamphlet for JEE Main 2026, in addition to the official syllabus, on October 31, 2025.
Prepare the following topics to get better results in the JEE Main 2026 exam:
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JEE Main Physics Topics |
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Energy and Power |
2D Motion |
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Logic Gates |
Physical quantities in kinematics |
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Newton's 2nd and 3rd Laws of Motion |
Wave nature of matter |
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Communication Systems |
Properties of solids |
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Electromagnetic Waves and Their Properties |
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JEE Main Chemistry Topics |
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Nernst Equation |
Solutions |
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Properties of amines |
Bonding in coordination compounds |
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Chemical reactions of aldehydes and ketones |
The valence shell electron pair repulsion theory |
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Some important compounds of calcium |
Proteins |
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Systematics Qualitative Analysis |
General properties of the transition elements |
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JEE Main Mathematics Topics |
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System of Simultaneous Linear Equation |
Analysis of Coefficients of Binomial Expansion |
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Differential equations |
Definite Integral |
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Summation By Sigma (?) Operator |
Area |
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Statistics |
Line |
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Scalar and Vector Product of Vector Algebra |
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JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
Below is a tabular form of the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern, which includes the combination of subjects, types of questions, and exam mode for each paper. The JEE Main 2026 exam pattern was released on October 31, 2025, along with the notification. No changes were announced in the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern.
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Paper |
Subjects |
Type of Questions |
Exam Mode |
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Paper 1: BE/B. Tech |
Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Answer Questions, with equal weighting assigned to PCM |
Computer-Based Test |
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Paper 2A: BArch |
Part I: Mathematics |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and questions with a numerical value |
Computer-Based Test |
|
Part II: Aptitude Test |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
Computer-Based Test |
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|
Part III: Drawing Test |
Questions to test drawing aptitude |
Drawing is done on A4-size Paper using a pencil |
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Paper 2B: B. Planning |
Part I: Mathematics |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Answer Questions |
Computer-Based Test |
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Part II: Aptitude Test |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
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Part III: Planning-Based Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
JEE Main 2026 Total Questions and Marks
Check out the subjects for each paper, along with the total number of questions for each section and total marks.
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Particulars |
B.Tech |
B. Arch |
B. Planning |
|
Total Number of Questions |
75 |
77 |
100 |
|
Total Marks |
300 |
400 |
400 |
Paper 1 (BE/B. Tech)
|
Subject |
Section A |
Section B |
Total Marks |
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Math |
20 |
5 |
100 |
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Physics |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
Chemistry |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
Total |
60 |
15 |
300 |
Paper 2A (B. Arch)
|
Subject |
Section A |
Section B |
Marks |
|
Math |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
General Aptitude |
50 |
NA |
200 |
|
Drawing |
2 |
NA |
100 |
|
Total |
72 |
5 |
400 |
Paper 2B (B. Plan)
|
Subject |
Section A |
Section B |
Marks |
|
Math |
20 |
5 |
100 |
|
General Aptitude |
50 |
NA |
200 |
|
Planning |
25 |
NA |
100 |
|
Total |
95 |
5 |
400 |
Marking Scheme of JEE Main 2026
|
Particulars |
BE/B. Tech Marking Scheme |
B. Arch Marking Scheme |
B. Plan Marking Scheme |
|
|
Correct Answer |
+4 marks |
+4 marks |
+4 marks |
|
|
Incorrect Answer |
-1 mark |
-1 mark |
-1 mark |
|
|
Un-attempted Question |
No marks |
No marks |
No marks |
|
|
Marks per section |
Mathematics: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Physics: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Chemistry: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks |
Mathematics: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Aptitude Test: 200 marks for a total of 50 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Drawing test: 100 marks for a total of 2 questions, each with a weight of 50 marks |
Mathematics: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Aptitude Test: 200 marks for a total of 50 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks Planning-Based Questions: 100 marks for a total of 25 questions, each with a weight of 4 marks |
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JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
An admit card for entry into the exam hall for session 1 were issued on January 17 and 24, 2026, for those who complete the JEE Main 2026 Application Form. The admit card for session 2 was issued on March 29, 2026, for exams taking place on April 2 and 4, while admit cards for exams taking place from April 5 to 8 will be issued in batches soon.
Online access to the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card will be provided at the official website - jeemain.nta.ac.in.
The City Intimation Slip and Date Sheet were released on January 8, 2026.
Applicants who will apply for both January and April sessions will be given separate admit cards.
The JEE Main 2026 admit card will contain information regarding the exam date, time, exam centre address, paper timing, details of the paper to be taken, and the candidate's details.
After the release of the JEE Main 2026 admit card, students must download and print it out from the JEE Main portal. The JEE Main 2026 admit card needs to be brought to the testing location by test-takers.
Steps to follow to view the JEE Main 2026 admit card:
- Go to the official JEE web portal - jeemain.nta.ac.in.
- Tap the link for the JEE Main 2026 admit card.
- Use your JEE Main application number, password, and date of birth to log in.
- The JEE Main 2026 admit card will show up on the display.
- Download it, then print it off.
Candidates should verify all the personal information mentioned on the JEE Main 2026 admit card after downloading it. Candidates must get in touch with NTA to resolve any discrepancies in their details.
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key
The answer key for Session 2 exams will likely be released in the second week of April 2026.
The Provisional JEE Main 2026 answer key for Session 1 1 remained available from February 4 to 6, for Paper 1, and February 19 to 20, for Paper 2. Students who took the session 1 exams had until February 6 and 20, 2026, to file their objections for paper 1 and paper 2, respectively.
The final answer key was released on February 16 and 24, 2026, for paper 1 and paper 2, along with their final results of January session.
A total of 9 questions were eliminated from the final answer key across all 10 shifts, with the maximum questions dropped from January 22 shifts. Both the answer key and results for session 1 are made available online by NTA on the JEE Main portal.
Answer key dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and 2
|
Session 1 |
Dates |
Session 2 |
Dates |
|
Provisional Answer key |
February 4, 2026 Paper 1 February 19, 2026 Paper 2 |
Provisional Answer key |
April 2026 |
|
Last date to challenge |
February 6, 2026, Paper 1 February 20, 2026 Paper 2 |
Last date to challenge |
April 2026 |
|
Final Answer key |
February 16, 2026 Paper 1 February 24, 2026 Paper 2 |
Final Answer key |
April 2026 |
|
Final Results |
February 16, 2026 Paper 1 February 24, 2026 Paper 2 |
Final Results |
April 2026 |
Candidates can use the preliminary answer key to check if their answers are right or wrong. Candidates can file a grievance with NTA if they are dissatisfied with any of the answers provided in the JEE Main 2026 answer key.
Raising an objection will incur a cost of INR 200 per question, which will be refunded if the objection is found legitimate. The NTA will analyse the completed tasks and publish the final answer key. The JEE Main final answer key serves as the basis for calculating the result.
JEE Main 2026 Mock Exam
The JEE Main mock exams can be accessed online at the JEE Main portal. Candidates can use the website to take a free online mock exam for JEE Main 2026 preparation. Applicants can also practice at home by downloading the free JEE Main mock test PDF from the internet.
The NTA-provided mock exams are designed to replicate the format, complexity, and content of the JEE Main 2026 exam. Make sure to take the tests as much as possible to brush up on your time management skills.
JEE Main 2026 Sample Papers
It is advised that applicants study as many JEE Main 2026 sample papers as they can to be ready for the next exam. Putting JEE Main sample papers 2026 into practice can boost your self-assurance and point out areas for improvement.
JEE Main 2026 Result
NTA release the JEE Main 2026 results for Session 1 on February 16, 2026, for paper 1, and on February 24, for paper 2, along with their final answer key. The session 2 results are expected to be released on April 20, 2026. The JEE Main results can be viewed online at jeemain.nta.ac.in. Applicants who applied for both sessions will receive separate scorecards.
Candidates who take part in both JEE Mains sessions will have their best session results taken into account while determining their final score and All India Rank.
How to View the JEE Main 2026 Results?
Candidates can use the procedures listed below to check their JEE Main 2026 results.
- Go to jeemain.nta.ac.in
- To view your JEE Main 2026 results, click on it to enter your credentials.
- Enter your application number, password, and birthdate to log in.
- Once your credentials and captcha are verified, the portal will display your JEE Main scorecard.
- Download it, then print it off.
A copy of their JEE Main 2026 results must be kept secure because it will be needed for the admissions and counseling procedure.
Expected JEE Main 2026 Cut-off
|
Category |
Expected JEE Main 2026 Cut-off |
|
Unreserved (UR) |
100.0000000 to 93.2362181 |
|
OBC-NCL |
93.2312696 to 79.6757881 |
|
SC |
93.2312696 to 60.0923182 |
|
ST |
93.2312696 to 46.6975840 |
|
UR-PwD |
93.2041331 to 0.0018700 |
Expected Cut-Offs for JEE Advanced 2026
|
Category |
Expected Cut-off 2026 |
|
Unreserved (UR) |
93.3045326 |
|
Gen-EWS |
81.4387917 |
|
OBC-NCL |
80.7456432 |
|
SC |
61.3526948 |
|
ST |
48.2456783 |
|
UR-PwD |
0.0082349 |
JEE Main 2026 Preparation
One of the most crucial things that engineering aspirants think about is where to begin their JEE Main 2026 preparation. The easiest way to do so is to follow the instructions below.
- Recognize the topics and the JEE Main 2026 syllabus before planning your JEE Main 2026 preparation strategy.
- Examine past JEE Main question papers to gauge the degree of difficulty.
- Examine your current exam readiness by completing the JEE Main practice test.
After completing the aforementioned three processes, students will be aware of their degree of preparation, which will ultimately help them determine how much time they need to spend getting ready for the test.
Here are some of the most crucial tips that JEE Main 2026 preparation experts from coaching centres have provided to interested candidates.
- Create a daily schedule and set aside at least three to four hours just for JEE Main 2026 preparation.
- Don't forget to cover every item on the JEE Main 2026 syllabus.
- Students should refer to the NCERT books from the 10th and 12th classes to get a better grasp of the fundamental topics.
- Answer numerical questions based on applications.
- Work on your ability to solve problems using the previous year's question papers.
- Take practice exams for JEE Main.
If necessary, candidates can also study online using any platform or seek assistance from coaching centres.
Top Universities that Take JEE Main Scores and Seat Matrix
The NTA JEE Main scores are accepted by prestigious universities such as NITs, IITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and numerous other universities nationwide for admission to a range of engineering undergraduate programs. For admission to B. Tech programs, several national and state colleges also take the JEE Main 2026 results into account.
|
Institute name |
Total no. of seats |
|
Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) |
13,583 |
|
National Institutes of Technology (NITs) |
21,133 |
|
Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) |
4713 |
|
Government-funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) |
5806 |
Also Read:
- JEE Main 2026: Registration, Exam Date, Application Form, Eligibility, Syllabus, Exam Pattern
- JEE Main Exam Dates 2026: Exam Pattern, Total Marks, Slot Timings and Schedule
- JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026: Maximum & Minimum Age Limit, Reservation
- JEE Main Syllabus 2026 (Updated): Topic-Wise Weightage of Physics, Chemistry, and Maths
- Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026: Hall Ticket Release Date & Official Link
- JEE Main Preparation Tips 2026: Study Plan, Time Table Schedule
FAQs for JEE Main 2026
Q1. What is the JEE Main qualifying score?
The JEE Main exam has no minimum required score. But to participate in JEE Advanced, a candidate must receive a rank below 2.5 lakh.
Q2. What is the JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria?
- The applicant needs to be enrolled in or have passed class 12
- To appear in JEE Mains, there is no upper age limit.
- There is no minimum percentage required for JEE Main 2026.
Q3. How many times a year is JEE Main held?
The JEE Main exam is administered twice a year in January and April by the National Testing Agency.
Q4. Is JEE Main administered offline or online?
The JEE Main exam is administered in a computer-based online mode except for the drawing section of B. Arch.
Q5. What languages are acceptable in the JEE Main 2026 exam?
Out of a total of 13 languages, students can choose any one of them to take the exam – English, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Assamese, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, and Urdu.
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