JEE Main Application Form 2026, Eligibility, Fee

Updated on 17 Apr 2026

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  • JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application process will end today on March 13, 2026 at 9 PM.

  • JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam will be conducted from April 2 to April 9, 2026.

  • Candidates must submit the JEE Main 2026 application form online at jeemain.nta.nic.in before the deadline.

  • JEE Main 2026 Session 2 fee ranges from ₹500 to ₹5,000 depending on category and exam centre location.

  • NTA will provide a JEE Main application correction window, but only limited fields can be edited after submission.

JEE Main Application Form 2026

National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main Application Form 2026 for session 2. The candidates can complete the NTA JEE Main registrations 2026 from 02 February, 2026 to 25 February, 2026 at jeemain.nta.ac.in. One has to complete the JEE Main online form before the last day. The candidates have to ensure that all the details entered are correct and error-free. The JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 2 is going to be held from 02 April to 09 April, 2026.

JEE Main Exam Date 2026 Overview

Candidates who are appearing for the JEE Main exam session 2 can get a quick overview of the same in the table below. 

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameJEE Main 2026
Conducting AuthorityNational Testing Agency (NTA)
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 202 Apr ' 26 - 09 Apr ' 26
JEE Main Admit Card 2025 Release DateJanuary 2026 (Tentatively)
Mode of ReleaseOnline
Login Credentials NeededApplication Number & Password/Date of Birth
Duplicate Admit Card at CentreNot issued
Official Websitejeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main Exam Schedule 2026 for Session 2

Candidates can go through the below tables to check the JEE Main 2026 exam dates and schedule: 

Event Date
JEE Main Session 2 Registration StartFebruary 2, 2026
Session 2 Registration EndFebruary 25, 2026 (09:00 PM)
Fee Payment Last DateFebruary 25, 2026 (11:50 PM)
City Intimation Slip Release3rd Week of March 2026
Admit Card Release3 Days before the exam date
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates (Session 2)April 2 to April 9, 2026
Provisional Answer Key ReleaseApril 12, 2026 (Tentative)
JEE Main 2026 Result Date Session 2April 20, 2026 (Tentative)

JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates should check the eligibility standards before applying to make sure they have satisfied the academic, age, and nationality requirements. The table below contains JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria:

CriteriaDetails
NationalityIndian citizens, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs & Foreign Nationals are eligible.
Educational QualificationPassed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025, or appearing in 2026.
Class 12 Minimum Marks Required for JEE MainNo minimum percentage required to appear for the exam.
75% Criteria for AdmissionNeeded only for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs admission: 75% (General/OBC), 65% (SC/ST) OR top 20 percentile.
Age LimitNo age limit for appearing in JEE Main 2026.
Number of AttemptsCandidates can appear for three consecutive years after passing Class 12.
Accepted Qualifying Exams10+2 from CBSE, CISCE, State Boards; NIOS; 3-year diploma; GCE A-Level; IB Diploma; NDA JSW; Cambridge qualifications; AIU-recognized international boards.
Equivalence RequirementFor foreign/non-listed boards, AIU equivalence certificate is mandatory.
State Code of EligibilityBased on location of Class 12 school, not residence/native place.
Subjects Required B.E./B.TechPhysics, Mathematics + one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational subject.
Subjects Required B.ArchMathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
Subjects Required B.PlanMathematics only.

JEE Main Session 2 Registration Link 2026

JEE Main Session 2 Registration Link 2026 has been activated by the National Testing Agency on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates who wish to appear for the April session must complete the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 online application form before the last date. Aspirants should carefully fill in their personal details, academic qualifications, exam city preference, and upload required documents while paying the application fee online.

Steps to Fill for JEE Main Session 2 Application Form 2026

Candidates who want to appear for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April) exam must carefully complete the online application form. Before starting, make sure you meet the JEE Main eligibility criteria 2026.

Step 1: JEE Main 2026 Registration

Registration is the first step of the JEE Mains 2026 application process. Visit the official website of National Testing Agency (NTA) at jeemain.nta.nic.in and click on the JEE Main 2026 application form link.

Fill in the required details such as:

  • Candidate’s name, gender

  • Mobile number and email ID

  • Communication address

  • Parent’s details

  • Category information

Create a strong password for future login and click on submit to complete registration.

Step 2: Fill JEE Main 2026 April Application Form

After registration, log in and fill out the JEE Main 2026 online application form.

Candidates must enter:

  • Choice of paper (Paper 1 – B.Tech, Paper 2 – B.Arch/B.Plan, or both)

  • Preferred exam language

  • Academic details (Class 10 information)

  • Exam centre city preference

Carefully review all details before final submission. Once confirmed, you cannot edit certain information.

Step 3: Upload Scanned Photograph and Signature

Candidates must upload scanned images as per the official JEE Main 2026 photo and signature specifications.

Important instructions:

  • Photograph must be clear (color or black & white).

  • Candidate’s name and date of photo must be printed on it.

  • No caps or sunglasses allowed (spectacles permitted).

  • Keep 6–8 extra copies for future use.

Document Specifications:

  • Photograph: 4–40 KB, 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG

  • Candidate’s Signature: 1–30 KB, 3.5 cm × 1.5 cm, JPG/JPEG

  • Parent/Guardian Signature: 1–30 KB, JPG/JPEG

Uploading unclear images may lead to rejection of the JEE Main 2026 application form.

Step 4: Pay JEE Main 2026 Application Fee

The JEE Main application fee 2026 can be paid online through:

  • Debit Card

  • Credit Card

  • Net Banking

  • UPI / Paytm

The application will be considered successfully submitted only after fee payment.

Step 5: Print Confirmation Page

After successful payment, download and print the JEE Main 2026 confirmation page. Take at least four printouts and keep them safe until the admission process ends.

Candidates who complete the application successfully will be issued the JEE Main 2026 admit card. Without the admit card, entry to the examination hall will not be allowed.

JEE Main Session 2 Application Fee 2026

CategoryExam Centres in IndiaExam Centres Outside India
Unreserved/EWS/OBC (Male)₹1,000₹5,000
Unreserved/EWS/OBC (Female)₹800₹4,000
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender₹500₹2,500

JEE Main Application Form Corrections

Candidates should note that only limited details in the JEE Main 2026 application form can be corrected during the official correction window. Therefore, it is strongly advised to carefully check all information before final submission. 

Details That Can be ChangedDetails That Cannot be Changed
Candidate Name (or) Father's Name (or) Mother's NameMobile Number
Educational Qualification Details of Class 10 and 12 Email Address
State Code of EligibilityPresent or Permanent Address
Date of BirthEmergency Contact Details
GenderPhotograph of Candidate
Category -
Sub-category/PwD -
Signature -
Paper -
Examination City Selection (based on permanent/present address) -
Medium of Examination (based on permanent/present address) -

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