JEE Main 2026 Exam Date: The National Testing Authority will soon announce the JEE Main exam date 2026 in October 2025. The JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam will be held in January 2026, and the session 2 exam will be conducted in April 2026. Candidates can check the JEE Mains 2026 exam date on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam dates will consist of all dates, including registration date, admit card date, result date and more. The authority has activated the demo link of JEE Main 2026 registration on October 7, 2025. The Joint Entrance Examination Main will be conducted in two sessions. Read the article to know the JEE Main exam date 2026 for sessions 1 and 2, and start preparing with the JEE Main syllabus accordingly.
Candidates can access the JEE Main 2026 demo link at demo.nta.nic.in to understand the JEE application process ahead of counselling.
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The National Testing Agency will soon release the JEE Mains 2026 exam dates for sessions 1 and 2. Candidates can check the NTA JEE Mains exam date to know when the schedule for all-important events can be prepared for the test accordingly. The latest JEE dates will be updated below.
Events | JEE January Dates |
Start date for JEE Main registration | October 2025 |
Last date for JEE session 1 registration | December 2025 |
JEE Main 2026 form correction date | December 2025 |
Released of the Advanced city intimation slip | January 2026 |
JEE Main January 2026 admit card release date | January 2026 |
JEE Mains 2026 exam date, session 1 | January 2026 |
Answer key release date | February 2026 |
Last date to challenge the provisional answer key | February 2026 |
Release date of the final JEE Mains answer key | February 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 session 1 result date | February 2026 |
Events | JEE April Dates |
Start date for JEE Main 2026 April registration | February 2026 |
JEE Mains 2025 registration last date for April session | February 2026 |
JEE Main Form correction date | February 2026 |
Advanced city information slip release date | March 2026 |
Release date of JEE Mains admit card | March 2026 |
JEE Mains 2026 exam date session 2 | April 2026 |
NTA JEE Answer Key Release Date | April 2026 |
Last date to challenge provisional answer key | April 2026 |
Release date of final JEE Mains answer key | April 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 session 2 result date | April 2026 |
NTA conducts the JEE Main 2026 exam in two shifts daily for 3 hours each. However, students appearing in both Paper 2A and Paper 2B have 3 hours 30 minutes to complete the test.
IIT JEE 2026 papers | Duration |
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) or Paper 2A (B.Arch.) or Paper 2B (B.Planning.) | 3 Hours |
B.Arch. & B.Planning (both) | 3 Hours 30 Minutes |
NTA will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 exam in two shifts on each exam day. The JEE Mains exam shift 1 timing is 9 AM to 12 PM, while shift 2 timings are 3 PM to 6 PM. Candidates can refer to the table to know exam timings.
Particular | First Shift | Second Shift |
JEE Main 2026 exam time | 9 AM to 12 PM | 3 PM to 6 PM |
Entry into the examination centre | 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM | 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM |
JEE Main 202 instructions given by the invigilator | 8:30 AM to 8:50 AM | 2:30 AM to 2:50 PM |
Candidate login to read instructions | 8:50 AM | 2:50 PM |
Commencement of JEE Main 202 exam | 9:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
Candidates can check the highlights of the JEE Main 2026 exam date below. All the important JEE Mains date includes the application date, admit card release date, exam dates, result date, etc.
The National Testing Agency will start the JEE Mains registration 2026 for session 1 in October 2025. The eligible candidates will be able to fill out the forms on the website, jeemain.nta.nic. until the JEE Mains 2026 form last date. The application process comprises registration, filling out the application form, uploading the documents, and paying the application fees for the successful submission of the JEE 2026 application form.
National Testing Agency will announce the JEE Mains form correction date along with the official notification. Candidates will be able to make changes to details such as the name/parents' name, category, sub-category, city preferences, exam medium, qualifications, passing year of Class 10 and 12, and selected course.
The National Testing Agency will release the JEE Main Advanced city intimation slip in January 2026 for session 1, while the city slip for session 2 will be released in April 2026. The authority will activate the JEE Main 2026 April session city intimation slip link on the official website. Applicants should download the city intimation slip of JEE 2026 to know which exam city is allotted to them. The detailed JEE exam centre information will be released through the JEE Mains hall ticket. To download the JEE Main 2026 city allotment, the application number and password are required.
JEE Mains 2026 Admit Card Release Date
NTA will activate the JEE Mains session 1 admit card link in January. The authority will release the session 2 JEE Main 2026 admit card in the Last week of March 2026. The JEE Main 2026 admit card download link will be updated on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic admit card. Candidates will be able to download the admit card by entering their application number and date of birth. JEE Main hall ticket will comprise details such as the candidate's personal details, exam date, time, and exam centre. It is important to carry the JEE admit card 2026 on the exam day.
NTA will declare the JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam date on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. JEE Mains 2026 session 1 exam will be held in January, while the session 2 JEE Main dates will fall in April 2026. The authority will hold the JEE Mains 2026 exam in shifts over multiple days. Candidates can know their JEE exam date through the JEE Main admit card.
The authority will release the provisional answer key PDF 2-3 days after the exam. The final JEE Mains answer key will be issued along with the result declaration on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The answer key release date for session 1 and session 2 is different.
The authority will release the JEE Main 2026 response sheet online through the candidate's login. The JEE Main 2026 response sheet will contain the responses given by the candidates during the exam. Candidates can use the JEE Main 2026 answer key and response sheet to calculate their probable marks and predict their rank. To calculate probable marks, candidates have to follow the JEE marking scheme and calculate based on their right and wrong answers.
The National Testing Agency will declare the JEE Mains session 1 result in February 2026. Candidates will be able to check the result of JEE Mains 2026 by using their application number and date of birth. The qualifying candidates will be eligible for the counselling process.
Colleges Accepting JEE Main Scores
JoSAA will release the JEE Main counselling date 2026 on the official website, josaa.nic.in. Candidates who qualify for the JEE Mains exam will be able to participate in the JEE counselling. The counselling process comprises registration, choice filling, seat allotment, submitting willingness, and reporting to the institutes. JEE Main qualifying candidates will be offered admission to the NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. The counselling for JEE Main 2026 will be done in five rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The JEE Main 2026 session 1 registration will begin in October 2025.
The authority will announce the JEE Main 2026 admit card dates online.
IIT Bombay is considered the hardest IIT to get seat for any candidate.
Yes, candidates can appear for both sessions of the JEE Main 2026 exam.
Candidates will be able to check the JEE Mains 2026 exam date on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in
No, the 75% criteria for JEE 2026 is still there for admission to NITs, IITs and other premium institutes.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous organization established to conduct entrance examinations for higher education admissions and fellowships. It aims to ensure efficiency, transparency, and high standards in assessing candidates' competence through improved test preparation, delivery, and marking.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
Here are some important chapters for JEE Mains:
Mathematics:
Physics
Chemistry
These are the high-weightage chapters; by focusing on these chapters, you can improve your score.
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https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/most-important-chapters-of-jee-main
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Hello, Based on the current date, the application process for both sessions of the JEE Main 2025 has already been completed. The exams for 2025 were conducted earlier this year.
You are likely asking about the upcoming JEE Main 2026 examination.
Based on the schedule followed by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in previous years, here is the expected timeline for the JEE Main 2026 application forms:
For the First Session (January/February 2026):
For the Second Session (April 2026):
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Hello,
Yes, you are right; you can upload your class 10th marksheet for the JEE Main 2026 registration, as DigiLocker documents are considered equivalent to original physical documents by law. You should download the digitally signed marksheet from your DigiLocker account to upload it to the JEE Main application form.
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Hello,
As of the JEE Main January 2026 session, candidates can no longer choose their preferred exam cities. Instead, the National Testing Agency (NTA) will assign your exam center based on the address linked to your Aadhaar card.
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Generally, UPES( University of Petroleum and Energy Studies) might have different admission criteria depending on the specific program. Some may require specific JEE Main scores, while others might consider alternative criteria like their own entrance exams (UPES Engineering Aptitude Test), merit in 12th grade or any other factors. Therefore, even if you didn’t qualify for JEE Mains, you might still be eligible for certain programs at UPES. It’s best to check official UPES site for accurate admission requirements.
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