JEE Mains 2026 Registration is started from 31st October 2025. The exam dates for Session 1 & 2 have been announced by NTA. Advisory on Aadhaar Updation is made available by NTA before start of Session 1 registrations. Applications is available via online mode only.
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JEE Mains 2026 Registration for Session 1 is started from 31st October 2025. Click here to apply online.
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JEE Main is a national level entrance test popularly known for Engineering admissions in the country. Admissions through JEE scores are offered in B.E/ B.Tech/ B.Arch & B.Plan courses. For admission in these courses, students have to register for Paper 1 & Paper 2.
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JEE Mains 2026 April Registration will begin in February 2026. Candidates interested in registration must be aware of various details regarding application form filling, fee submission, dates, etc. This complete article on JEE Mains Registration 2026 discusses all about the exam and its registration/ application process.
JEE Main Registration 2026
For Session 1 (January), JEE Main application 2026 has been made available from 31st October 2025. Official exam dates have been announced by NTA for Session 1 & 2. Students are required Aadhaar & various other documents as prescribed below to complete the application procedure.
JEE application 2026 must be filled before the prescribed last date as no further extension is provided later. When applying for Session 2, the already registered candidates or appeared in Session 1 exam, need not register again for Session 2. Such candidates can just login with their previous Application number & password and then proceed to pay fee, choose paper, exam medium & city choice.
Note: Multiple submission of forms by a student will not be accepted and will lead to cancellation of result.
Documents required for JEE Registration 2026:
Before approaching to register for JEE Main 2026, applicants must make sure to have these documents:
- 10th / 12th level certificates
- Category certificate (if required)
- Scanned image of photograph/ signature (as per format/ size)
- Fee Payment mode/ details (Credit card/ debit card/ UPI or net banking details), etc.
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JEE Main Application Fee:
- JEE Mains 2026 Registration fee 2026 can be submitted online only. No offline methods are described.
- Candidates must carefully make fee payment as it is non -refundable under any circumstances.
- Online Methods to pay JEE Application fee includes – net banking, credit card/ debit card/ UPI Card using SBI/ Canara/ ICICI/ HDFC online gateway payment.
Category wise application fee details are provided in the table:
| Papers | Category | Application Fee | |
| Exam Centres in India | Exam Centres Outside India | ||
| B.E./ B.Tech OR B.Arch OR B.Planning | General | Boys – Rs. 1000 Girls – Rs. 800 | Boys – Rs. 5000 Girls – Rs. 4000 |
| Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL candidates | Boys – Rs. 900 Girls – Rs. 800 | Boys – Rs. 4500 Girls – Rs. 4000 | |
| SC/ ST/ PwD | Boys – Rs. 500 Girls – Rs. 500 | Boys – Rs. 2500 Girls – Rs. 2500 | |
| Third Gender | 500 | 3000 | |
| B.E./ B.Tech & B. Arch OR B.E./ B.Tech & B. Planning OR B.E./ B.Tech, B. Arch & B.Planning OR B.Arch & B.Planning | Gen/ Gen-EWS/ OBC-NCL candidates | Boys – Rs. 2000 Girls – Rs. 1600 | Boys – Rs. 10000 Girls – Rs. 8000 |
| SC/ ST/ PwD/ Transgender candidates | Boys – Rs. 1000 Girls – Rs. 1000 | Boys – Rs. 5000 Girls – Rs. 5000 | |
| Third Gender | 1000 | 5000 | |
JEE Main Correction Window 2026
After successful submission of applications, NTA opens a correction window for the correction in particulars of application. This opportunity is provided for a limited time of 2 or 3 days. After that, no extensions are provided in correction facility.
JEE Main Application Correction facility 2026 will be provided in December 2025 for Session 1. Candidates must pay additional fees wherever applicable through the concerned payment method. For Session 2, it will open in 1st– 2nd week of March 2026.
The authority also notifies about the discrepancy in image uploaded by students in JEE Application. Students are provided a certain time limit to re-upload images according to specifications.
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply for JEE Mains 2026? Well, here we have discussed complete JEE Main Eligibility criteria:
- Qualification: Students passed 12th level or its equivalent are eligible to apply.
- Qualifying Year: The qualifying exam / 12th level must be passed in the year 2024, 2025, or appearing in the year 2026.
- Age Criteria: No age limit is prescribed specifically.
- Qualifying subjects for IIITs, NITs & CFTIs: Students in their 12th level should have passed with the subject combinations below for Paper 1 & Paper 2:
| Papers | Qualifying Subjects |
| B.E /B.Tech (Paper 1) | 10+2 with 75% marks with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory along with one among Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/technical vocational subjects |
| B.Arch (Paper 2) | 10+2 with 50% marks aggregate as well as each in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics OR 10+3 Diploma exam with Mathematics as a compulsory subject with aggregate of 45% marks |
| B.Planning | Passed qualifying exam with 50% marks in Mathematics & 50% marks aggregate |
JEE Main Application Dates 2026
We have discussed various events related to JEE Mains 2026 Application form below. Students must be aware of the dates & events of JEE Main 2026:
| Events (Session 1) | Dates 2026 (Announced) |
| Start of JEE Main application process | 31st October 2025 |
| End date to register | 27th November 2025 (9 pm) |
| Last date to apply with late fee | Till 27th November 2025 (11.50 pm) |
| Correction in particulars | 1st to 2nd week of December 2025 |
| Release of exam city slip | January 2026 |
| Release of admit card | 1st week of January 2026 |
| JEE Main Exam 2026 Jan session | Between 21st January to 30th January 2026 |
| Events (Session 2) | Dates 2026 |
| Start of JEE Mains registration | 1st week of February 2026 |
| JEE mains 2026 registration last date | 1st week of March 2026 |
| Correction in particulars | 1st– 2nd week of March 2026 |
| Release of exam city slip | March 2026 |
| Availability of hall ticket | 3 days before exam date |
| JEE Main Exam 2026 April session | 2nd- 9th April 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 Aadhaar Authentication
Students, while registering for JEE Main 2026 are required to select the method of authentication. At the time of application process, candidates need to enter their name as it appears on their Aadhaar card.
Candidates need to select option whether they want to authenticate through their Aadhaar card or through a valid Govt ID with photograph at the exam centre. Earlier, NTA discontinued the facility of registration through Digi-locker/ PAN/ Passport number, etc.
In case of a mismatch between name of candidate in Aadhaar and name in educational certificate, he/ she must update their Aadhaar card to avoid any issue during registration.
Know More: How to Fix Aadhaar & Mark sheet Name Mismatch for JEE Main 2026 Registration?
How to Register for JEE Main 2026
Check below complete step by step procedure for JEE Mains Registration 2026:
- Go to the online website – (Link is given above)
- Generate application number by registering on online website.
- Create password & choose security code.
- Register by filling in the asked details, after which the system will generate login details that you can use to log in to both sessions of JEE Mains 2026.
- Login and start filling the application form by entering personal details, choice of paper, choice of exam centre/ cities, entering educational qualification details, etc.
- Next candidates need to upload the images /documents per the mentioned format and size.
- Candidates need to upload his/ her photograph (10kb-300kb in JPEG/JPG), signature (10kb-50kb in JPEG/JPG).
- The candidate must colour the photograph, which must be recently clicked with 80% of the face visible. The candidate must upload the scanned copy of the Class X certificate (10kb- 300kb) and the category certificate PDF (10kb-300kb) properly.
- At the end, candidates need to pay JEE Main application fee only through online modes like debit card/ credit card/ net banking, or other payment gateways.
- Students must not forget to download the confirmation page at the end and print it. Downloading of confirmation page is important as it ensures the completion of registration process.
Status of JEE Mains 2026 Registration form
The status of application will show as ‘Application Submitted’ if the authority has accepted the application form. If you do not submit the application, then the status will show pending, and you should continue with the next steps to submit the application form.
How to Retrieve Lost JEE Main Application Number 2026?
If candidates have lost or forgotten their JEE Mains 2026 Application number or password, they can get it back by following some steps –
- Visit the online website.
- Click on ‘Forgot Application number’ or ‘Forgot password’.
- Follow instructions as asked and provide required details to retrieve the application number or password.
JEE Mains 2026 Application FAQ’s:
Complete JEE Mains Registration process for 2026 session has been discussed in this article. The details provided in the article are up to date and accurate. Each & every information in the article must be thoroughly understood by students to avoid any type of error during registration.
If you still have any doubts related to JEE Mains 2026 Application, you can ask us in the comments section below.
How to fill JEE form online
Complete step-by-step procedure to apply for JEE Main 2026 is provided in the article. You can follow the steps to register for JEE Main 2026.
Sir I have filled my obc ncl number but I filled “No that I didn’t receive my obc ncl certificate and I am awaiting for the certificate”. But I filled the date of applying for renew but I have got my ncl certificate.Will my jee form be accepted and will i be in obc ncl category..??
Please help me.
You must fill valid details in JEE main application form. Complete details will be mentioned in your issued JEE main scorecard using which you can appear for counselling process along with proof of valid certificates and documents.
Ma’am I have completed my registration but online payment options are not showing..I need help
The issue you are facing might be due to server issues. You must login and retry again to make payment. If the problem still persists, contact NTA helpdesk.
Hey Jay Shri Ram.
Sir my addhar card is not updated yet. So what can I do for it.
Update first and than apply
Apply without update.
You must enter details according to your aadhaar. Updated Details have to be entered in the form so you may have to get your Aadhaar updated.
My father name is in my 10th certificate as kurru appa rao, but in my aadhar is as kurru apparao. Is it problem to fill jee application
Hello, the details should be matched with the 10th class certificates, kindly fill your form as per 10th certificate and also make sure to update your Aadhaar card at the earliest.
Hey I have already registered but I need the application admit card pdf
Print out of JEE Application can be obtained after successful submission of form. About session 1 admit card, it can be downloaded in January 2026 (3-4 days before exam).
I’m unable to get the application form
You have to login to be able to fill JEE Main 2026 Application form.
Is it necessary to go for both 1 st &2nd JEE exam
Can my son give only 2nd since he is in CBSE 2025_26
No, it is not necessary to attempt both 1st and 2nd. You can appear for JEE mains either any one or both if you qualify the eligibility criteria.
My father ‘s name in he 10th marksheet is RAM PAL CHAUDHARY and in the Aadhar card it is RAMPAL CHAUDHARY, so is this a mismatch ?
No, this isn’t a major mismatch and may not create any issue in JEE Mains Registration process. However, it is highly recommended to fill the form exactly as per the details in your 10th marksheet.
How I can make correction in category for JEE MAINS 2026 in Application form ?
You can make changes during JEE Main correction period.
Hello my name in 10th mark sheet mohamedaarifu but in adhar mohamed aarifu same name but small space between name is considered or not please say
Minor space may not create any issue. However, it is recommended to enter details exactly as in 10th marksheet.
My so n completed his 10th outside India and does not have marks to calculate the percentage in his transcript and only have grades. We got approval certificate from CBSC board, New Delhi for the transcript. Please guide us how to fill in the 10th percentage in application. The 10th mark sheet have the subject and grades obtained.
You can convert your grades into percentage and then fill in the JEE Main application form.
Jee mains application form fill up
JEE Main application form filling process is open till 27th November 2025 for Session 1. Complete steps to apply have been mentioned in the article.
How to add live photo capture
Hello, at the time of uploading images in the application form, you have to take your live photo in the form.
In my caste certificate the caste mentioned is BC-D and in my marks sheet is also same then , I should change to obc or I can apply with this certificate
And my caste certificate is of telangana state then should I change to central or can I apply with this
You can apply as per the documents relevant to 10th level mark sheet or certificates.
Let me know if there is any change in father’s name of the student in aadhar and 10th certificate will it be ok to fill the form or it should be the same. In adhar father’s name doesn’t have kumar as middle name but in 10th certificate it is there. And we want to change it in 10th certificate.
The details to be filled in JEE application form should match 10th certificates. You must contact the concerned board or school authorities to make changes.
Hello i have the addhar issue can you help me
How can i apply for JEE mains
Hello Palthiya, what issue you are facing related to Aadhaar Card.
Can apply with Pancard bcs dob in my Adhar is different from ssc memo
Hello, Aadhar card is necessary to apply for JEE Mains, kindly update your Aadhaar card at earliest.
Is uploading of EWS Certificate is mandatory while registration.
Hello Bhavana, Yes EWS certificate is necessary for JEE Main registration.
Hi. My son is applying for Jee examination. The address on the Aadhaar is his native address in kerala and the permanent address is in chennai, Tamilnadu, He has entered his Aadhar no for ID proof. The address in my application form entered is Chennai Address ( permanent address ) and on the Aadhaar is different. Will it be a problem .
Hello Arun, this will not create any issue as you have mentioned your both permanent and current address in the application according to the details. Further you can also wait for the correction window, if any updation required.
I have 4th 5th class photo on my aadhar card and is not getting updated now.it will take one month.How to fill jee form.
What is digilocker method of form filling.
Does it not require aadhar photo
Hello Rahul, make sure to update photograph in your admit card at earliest. During filling the JEE form, live photo will be taken and it should be matched with the one updated in Aadhaar card.
I have to change banglore rural to banglore urban in my registration form
Hello Pruthvi, kindly wait for the correction window for any modification.
Date of birthss aree rejecting
While applying to change date of birth
Hello, you should try to fill the application form again and make sure your DOB should be same in both documents.
Can I apply for JEE mains if I have physics, chemistry, Biology and English subjects
Hello Aliya, you are not eligible to apply, as mathematics subject is mandatory.
Can passport be used as a verification document? Student Aadhaar card has an outdated photo, and updating it might take around 30 days.
Hello Lavanya, Aadhaar card is necessary to apply for JEE Main 2026.
If in x th marksheet name is written as PATHAK DHYEY VISHAL but in adharcard it was written as DHYEY VISHAL PATHAK so I can apply for JEE or not?
Hello Vishal, kindly update your Aadhaar card as per the details mentioned in class 10th certificate to apply for JEE Mains 2026.
My Sons Aadhar was cancelled recently. Without AADHAR CAN he REGISTER JEEMAINS. If any alternative methods to apply the Mains. Please explain if any chance without aadhar
Hello, It is necessary to have Aadhar Card to apply for JEE Mains 2026. Make sure to visit your nearest aadhar center and apply for it at earliest.
We do a payment by yes bank
Hello Gauri, You can use debit/credit card, net banking or UPI to make application fee payment.
I am a appearing candidate (2026) for JEE main. My CBSE Board exam will be held on 2026. Till now I got any CBSE Board registration number. What should I do.
Hello Biplab, kindly contact with your school to provide the registration number at earliest.
Is there any better placement promises by giving the paper of mains jee or else another but there seems a low average salary and high fees
Hello Karan, giving JEE Mains paper will not promise any placement. It is only a gateway for admission in top engineering colleges in India. Once you qualify JEE Mains & JEE Advanced both papers under the cut-off, you can get admissions in IITs for better placements.
Does it really work?
Hello Surya, JEE Main 2026 application form link is active now. You can fill and submit it within the given time frame.
Can I fill the jee form if my date of birth in aadhar card is different from the date of birth in marksheet?
Hello Ragini, you have to make correction in your Aadhar Card and keep it same as your 10th class certificate.