The wait is over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the online registration for JEE Main 2026 on its dedicated portal — jeemain.nta.nic.in. If you’re a Class 12 student, a recent board exam passer, or a dropper aiming for top engineering institutes like NITs, IIITs, and IITs (via JEE Advanced), this is your first and most critical step.
With the application window open throughout November 2025, and overlapping with the ongoing JoSAA counseling season, timing couldn’t be more strategic. Here’s everything you need to know — from eligibility and fees to deadlines and pro tips — to ensure your application is flawless.
JEE Main remains India’s largest engineering entrance exam, with over 12 lakh candidates competing annually for seats in:
This year, the exam will be conducted in two sessions:
You can appear in one or both — the best score counts.
NTA has streamlined eligibility. Here’s what you must have:
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | Passed Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026 |
| Compulsory Subjects | Physics + Mathematics + one of: Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational |
| Recognized Boards | Any board recognized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) |
| Minimum Marks | No minimum to appear in JEE Main (But 75% in 12th or top 20 percentile needed for NIT/IIIT admission; 65% for SC/ST) |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit |
| Number of Attempts | 3 consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12 |
AIU-Recognized Equivalents Include:
- CBSE, ICSE, State Boards
- NIOS Senior Secondary
- Cambridge A-Levels
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- 3-year Diploma recognized by AICTE or State Board
Unsure if your board is valid? Check the AIU Equivalence List.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | October 31, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 30, 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | November 30, 2025 (11:50 PM) |
| Correction Window | December 2–4, 2025 |
| Session 1 Exam | Last week of January 2026 |
| Session 2 Exam | First week of April 2026 |
Pro Tip: Apply in the first week of November. The portal slows down in the last 3 days.
Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in → Click “JEE Main 2026 – Apply Online”
| Document | Size | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Photo (white background) | 10–200 KB | JPG |
| Signature (black ink) | 4–30 KB | JPG |
| Class 10 Certificate | 50–300 KB | |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | 50–300 KB |
Common Mistake: Uploading old or blurry photos → leads to application rejection.
| Category | One Session (India) | Both Sessions (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Male (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹1000 | ₹2000 |
| Female (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹800 | ₹1600 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Transgender | ₹500 | ₹1000 |
Q: Can NIOS students apply?
Yes, if recognized by AIU.
Q: Is Aadhaar mandatory?
No — use Passport, Voter ID, or any govt ID.
Q: Can I change exam city later?
Only during correction window (limited).
Q: What if I miss November deadline?
No extension. You’ll have to wait for 2027.
Head to jeemain.nta.nic.in and secure your spot. This isn’t just an application — it’s the first brick in your engineering dream.
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Helpline: 011-40759000 | Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in
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