Is Live Photo Necessary for JEE Main 2026 Registration? Check NTA Guidelines Here

Is Live Photo Necessary for JEE Main 2026 Registration?

Yes, a live photo is necessary for JEE Main 2026 registration. The National Testing Agency has announced in the JEE information brochure that the JEE Main live photo capture is mandatory while filling out the application. Moreover, after capturing the live photo, candidates need to upload a scanned copy of their recent passport-size photograph as well. Check the following content to know how to capture a live photo for JEE Main registration 2026.

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How to Capture Live Photo For JEE Main 2026 Registration?

It is a very simple and straightforward process to capture a live photo during the JEE Main registration. Firstly, candidates need to have the following ready before proceeding with live photo capture-

• A functioning camera. Candidates can use either a Laptop/ Webcam/ Mobile Phone/Tablet or any other device with a good camera.

• A well-lit environment

• The background should be light in colour.

• 80% of the candidate’s face must be visible, including ears. Face masks are not allowed.

Step-by-Step Live Photo Capture for JEE Main Registration 2026

Fill in all the preceding sections in the JEE Mains 2026 application form. The live photo capture section is available after the emergency contact details have been filled. Candidates will come across a screen which will look like this-

• Read the given instructions

• Switch on the camera on the device used to fill the form or connect the webcam.

• Make sure that the lighting is good and the background is light coloured.

• Face must be clearly visible.

Note- A timer will start as soon as the live capture section is opened. Applicants should capture their live photo before the timer ends.

When Using the Device’s Built-in Camera or Webcam

• The candidate’s face will be visible in the live camera box.

• Note that it should be with the box and clearly visible.

• Proceed to click on the ‘Capture Photograph’ button.

• The captured photograph will be visible on the screen.

• If satisfied, proceed to submit.

When Using Mobile Phone/Tablet etc

• Candidates have the option to capture a live photo in JEE Main registration using external devices like mobile or tablet etc.

• In such a case, they need to scan the QR code given on the screen.

• It will lead to the application tab that will have a option "Capture Live Photograph ".

• Capture the photograph using the device’s camera after giving the permissions (if any needed).

• Click the photo and upload it. It will now be visible on the actual device in which the application is being filled.

• Select the ‘Refresh Captured Photo’.

• The live photo will be visible on the application tab, along with the Aadhaar photo.

What After Capturing the JEE Main Live Photo 2026

After the above-mentioned process is completed, applicants will be presented with three options.

Option 1- Capture the live photo again.

Option 2- Update the photograph in Aadhaar and proceed to fill the form.

Option 3- Proceed to fill the form despite the photographs of live capture and Adhaar not matching. In case the authority finds any case of imitation or impersonation in the future, the candidature will be cancelled.

Note- If applicants are satisfied with the clicked image, they should select option 3 and submit.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Date for Session 2

Candidates have to fill out the application before the JEE Mains registration last date 2026, which will be in February 2026. Note the following dates and complete the live photo capture for JEE Mains registration 2026 before the deadline.

JEE Main Registration Date 2026 Session 2

JEE Main Registration Date 2026 Session 1