How Many Days Left for JEE Mains 2026? Countdown & Exam Schedule

How Many Days Left for JEE Mains 2026? Countdown & Exam Schedule

RanjeetaUpdated on 23 Jan 2026, 11:16 AM IST

How Many Days Left for JEE Mains 2026?: The countdown to JEE Mains 2026 has begun. This is a significant milestone for students seeking to study engineering at top institutions nationwide. JEE Main 2026 January 23 exam has commenced today. The morning shift timings are 9 AM to 12 AM and the evening shift timings are 3 to 6 PM. Further, there are roughly 70 days for the session 2 exam. The JEE Main 2026 examination for session 1 is scheduled on January 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 for BTech. And for JEE Main BArch session 1 exam is on January 29, 2026. Based on the start date of the examination, candidates will be able to calculate the remaining number of days for the JEE Main exam. Accordingly, they will be able to prepare for the JEE Main syllabus. NTA has activated the JEE Main admit card link for the Jan 21, 22, 23, and 24 exams. Candidates can download the admit card with their JEE application number and password. Read the article carefully to know how many days are left for JEE Main 2026.

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  1. JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates
  2. How Many Days Are Left for JEE Main 2026?
  3. Why Knowing Days Left Matters for JEE Main 2026?
  4. JEE Main 2026 Registration and Admit Card Release
  5. JEE Main 2026 Preparation Strategy in the Remaining Days
How Many Days Left for JEE Mains 2026? Countdown & Exam Schedule
How Many Days Left for JEE Mains 2026? Countdown & Exam Schedule

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates

The authority has announced the final JEE Main exam date 2026 for session 1 on the official website. The session 1 exam has commenced. Candidates can refer to the table below to check the dates for the JEE Main 2026 exam.

SessionsDate

JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam date

January 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 (BTech)

January 29, 2026 (BArch/BPlan)

JEE Main 2026 exam date session 2

April 02 to 09, 2026 (Tentative)


How Many Days Are Left for JEE Main 2026?

As of January 22, the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam has commenced. Furthermore, there are around 70 days remaining for Session 2. The exact number of days left for JEE Main 2026 depends on when you start counting. Though NTA has announced the official dates, candidates can use this countdown to prepare systematically and stay ahead.

JEE Main 2026 Countdown Table

EventTentative Dates and Days Left

JEE Main 2026 exam Session 1

January 22, 2026, approximately 00 days

JEE Main 2026 exam Session 2

April 02, 2026, approx 70 days

Why Knowing Days Left Matters for JEE Main 2026?

  • Strategic Planning: Helps divide the syllabus into daily and weekly targets.

  • Mock Test Scheduling: Countdown ensures you attempt enough practice exams before the final day.

  • Stress Management: Breaking down preparation into timelines reduces exam anxiety.

JEE Main 2026 Registration and Admit Card Release

Along with knowing how many days are left, candidates should also be aware of the JEE Main registration and the JEE admit card. The National Testing Agency (NTA) typically conducts the exam in two sessions, in January and April. Below are the tentative timelines:

Events

JEE Main 2026 Session 1

JEE Main 2026 Session 2

Registration Start

October 31, 2025

Last week of January 2026

Registration Last Date

November 27, 2025

March 2026

Admit Card Release

January 17, 2026

April 2026

Exam Dates

January 21 to 29 , 2026

April 02 to 09, 2026

JEE Main Syllabus: Subjects & Chapters
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JEE Main 2026 Preparation Strategy in the Remaining Days

  • Knowing how many days are left is important, but utilising those days wisely is even more crucial. Aspirants should:

  • Focus on NCERT fundamentals and questions from previous years.

  • Give priority to mock tests to analyse speed and accuracy.

  • Revise high-weightage chapters in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

  • Keep the last 15–20 days only for revision and practice, not new topics.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When will JEE Main 2026 be conducted?
A:

JEE Main 2026 session 1 will be held in January 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 for BTech. And for JEE Main BArch session 1 exam is on January 29, 2026. 

Q: How can I manage my preparation with the countdown?
A:

Divide your remaining days into syllabus coverage, revision, and mock tests. Keep the last month for full-length practice and improving weak areas.

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Yes, attendance is compulsory in Class XI and XII.

As per school and board rules, students must maintain minimum attendance, usually around 75%. Schools can stop students from appearing in board exams if attendance is short.

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