JEE Main 2026 – Apply Online for Joint Entrance Examination
📅 Last Date: 27 November 2025
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main 2026).
This national-level exam is conducted for admission into B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses offered by NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other recognized institutions across India.
JEE Main also serves as the eligibility test for JEE Advanced, which is conducted for admission to the IITs.
JEE Main 2026 – Overview / Details-
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main 2026) |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level of Exam | National (Undergraduate) |
| Frequency | Twice a year – January & April |
| Mode of Exam | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 Hours (4 Hours for PwD) |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.ac.in |
Exam Details Of JEE Main 2026-
| Paper | Course | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | B.E. / B.Tech | 300 |
| Paper 2A | B.Arch | 400 |
| Paper 2B | B.Plan | 400 |
Languages Available: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu & Urdu.
Colleges Accepting JEE Main Score:
NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other government-recognized universities.
Contact Details
| Helpline Number | 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 |
|---|---|
| Email ID | jeemain@nta.ac.in |
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Main 2026 –
1. Age Limit
There is no age limit to appear for JEE Main 2026.
Candidates who passed Class 12/equivalent exam in 2024, 2025 or are appearing in 2026 can apply.
(However, candidates must check the age criteria of the specific institution they wish to join.)
2. Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Passed Class 12/equivalent in 2024 or 2025, or
- Appearing in Class 12/equivalent in 2026.
❌ Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2023 or earlier are not eligible.
3. State of Eligibility
The state code of eligibility is based on the state from where the candidate passed Class 12, not their place of residence.
Example: If a student studied in Delhi but lives in Noida (UP), their state code of eligibility will be Delhi, not Uttar Pradesh.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Session-wise) |
|---|---|
| General (Male) | ₹1,000/- |
| General (Female) | ₹800/- |
| OBC / EWS | ₹900/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500/- |
| Foreign Candidates | ₹4,500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
(Exact fee as per official notice – to be confirmed in notification)
How to Apply for JEE Main 2026
- Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.ac.in
- Click on “Apply for JEE Main 2026”.
- Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in all required details – personal, academic, and contact info.
- Upload scanned documents –
- Photograph
- Signature
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the application fee online.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
📅 Important Dates of JEE Main 2026 –
Session 1: January 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 November 2025 |
| Exam Date | Between 21 – 30 January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | By 12 February 2026 |
Session 2: April 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Starts | Last week of January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced |
| Exam Date | Between 2 – 9 April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | By 20 April 2026 |
Important Web-Links of JEE Main 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – JEE Main 2026
Q1. When can I apply for JEE Main 2026?
👉 From 31 October to 27 November 2025 (for Session 1).
Q2. What is the mode of the JEE Main exam?
👉 The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Mode (CBT).
Q3. Can I appear in both January and April sessions?
👉 Yes, candidates can appear in one or both sessions.
Q4. What courses can I get admission into through JEE Main?
👉 B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan programs in NITs, IIITs, and other CFTIs.
Q5. Is there any age restriction for JEE Main 2026?
👉 No, there is no upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main.
