JEE Main 2026 Schedule - Check Latest Updates

JEE Main 2026 Schedule - Check Latest Updates

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Jalla VenkateshUpdated on 01 Oct 2025, 11:02 AM IST
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JEE Main schedule 2026 - The National Testing Agency will announce the complete JEE Main 2026 schedule on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in 2026. The JEE Main 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted in 2 sessions, in January and April 2026. According to an advisory by NTA, the JEE Main 2026 registration will commence in October 2025. Candidates will be able to check the JEE Main schedule 2026 on this page once it is released. The JEE Main 2026 exam schedule will include important dates for registration, admit card, JEE Main 2026 exam, answer key, result, and more. Aspirants of the JEE Mains exam must check the JEE Main exam schedule 2026 to stay updated with the upcoming events.

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The paper-wise type of questions that will be asked in JEE Mains 2026 are as follows: 

Paper

Subjects

Type of Questions

Paper 1 (BE/BTech)

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Value Questions; equal weightage to all three subjects

Paper 2A (BArch)

Part-I: Mathematics

Objective Type – MCQs and Numerical Value Questions


Part-II: Aptitude Test

Objective Type – MCQs


Part-III: Drawing Test

Questions to test drawing aptitude (Pen and Paper Based)

Paper 2B (BPlanning)

Part-I: Mathematics

Objective Type – MCQs and Numerical Value Questions


Part-II: Aptitude Test

Objective Type – MCQs


Part-III: Planning-Based Questions

Objective Type – MCQs


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  1. JEE Main Exam Schedule 2026
  2. JEE Mains 2026 Exam Timings
  3. JEE Mains Exam 2026 - Highlights
JEE Main 2026 Schedule - Check Latest Updates
JEE Main Schedule 2026 by NTA

JEE Main Exam Schedule 2026

The authority will announce the JEE Main schedule 2026 in the JEE information bulletin. Candidates can check the JEE Mains 2026 schedule session-wise below. The following tables will be updated with further NTA JEE Mains 2026 exam dates shortly after they is released.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule for Session 1

EventsSession 1 Dates

Start date for JEE Main registration

October 2025

JEE Mains 2026 registration last date

November 2025

JEE Main Form correction date

November 2025

JEE 2026 city intimation slip release date

January 2026

JEE Main photo correction 2026

January 2026

Release date of JEE Mains admit card

January 2026

JEE Mains 2026 exam date session 1 B.Tech

January 2026

JEE Main 2026 exam date for paper 2 A & B

January 2026


NTA JEE Answer key release date

February 2026

Last date to challenge provisional answer key

February 2026

Release date of final JEE Mains answer key

February 2026

JEE Main 2026 result date

February 2026

JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule for Session 2

EventsSession 2 Dates

Start date for JEE Main registration

February 2026

JEE Mains 2026 registration last date

February 2026

JEE Main Form correction date

February 2026

Advanced city intimation 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 result date

April 2026

JEE Mains 2026 Exam Timings

The National Testing Agency will conduct the JEE Mains exam in two shifts. The JEE Main exam duration differs for papers 1 and 2. Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 shift timings paper-wise from the following tables.

JEE Main 2026 paper 1 timings

SessionTimings

Shift 1

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Shift 2

3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

JEE Main 2026 paper 2 timings

SessionTimings

Shift 1

9:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Shift 2

3:00 PM to 6:30 PM

JEE Mains Exam 2026 - Highlights

  • PwD/PwBD candidates will be given a compensatory time of 20 minutes for every one hour of the examination.

  • After the completion of the examination duration, the test will terminate automatically.

  • Candidates will be allowed to enter the exam hall 2 hours before the scheduled start of the exam.

  • Candidates can log in and start reading the instructions 10 minutes before the start of the examination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What are the dates of JEE Main 2026?
A:

The authority will announce the JEE Main 2026 exam dates on the official website, jeemain nta nic in 2026.

Q: How many shifts in JEE Mains 2026?
A:

NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exam in two shifts. 

Q: What are the JEE Main exam timings?
A:

The JEE Main 2026 shift 1 exam timings are 9 AM to 12 PM while the shift 2 timings are 3 PM to 6 PM.

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Here is the short guidance for you to score well and prepare for JEE

  • Stick to a smart routine – Prioritize high-weightage topics and revise daily with a focused timetable.

  • Solve PYQs & mock tests – Practice like it’s the real thing; analyze mistakes without panic.

  • Quality over quantity – Understand concepts deeply rather than rushing through chapters.

  • Stay healthy & rested – Your brain needs sleep, water, and breaks to perform at its best.

  • Trust your journey – Stay calm, believe in your preparation, and avoid comparing with others.

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Since you’re reappearing for your Class 12 boards in 2026, that will be counted as your official passing year. So, you will be eligible to write JEE Advanced in 2026 and 2027. Although you submitted the boards in 2025, that attempt won’t be considered due to the compartment. JEE Advanced rules allow 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years after passing 12th. So you still have both chances left, which is great! Just make sure you meet the other eligibility conditions too. Keep your focus strong, you’ve got this!

Hello aspirant,

Like all competitive exams, JEE MAINS requires careful preparation and strategy to pass.  The JEE Main exam is extremely competitive, so it's critical to carefully plan and strategy.  Students can increase their speed, accuracy, and confidence by adhering to a systematic study schedule and practicing frequently.

To know complete preparation tips, you can visit our site through following link:

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-preparation-tips

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Hello aspirant,

Start with NCERT in every subject for JEE Main.  For physics, use H.C. Verma and D.C. Pandey; for chemistry, use R.C. Mukherjee and O.P. Tandon; and for mathematics, use R.D. Sharma or Cengage.  J.D. Lee assists with inorganic chemistry, while Morrison & Boyd assists with organic chemistry.  Practice chapter-by-chapter Arihant or MTG past year's papers.  For efficient preparation, concentrate on clear concepts, frequent revision, and passing practice exams.

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Hello,

Generally an income certificate isn't required for the JEE Main registration, but if you want to claim the EWS quota, then you need this. You must provide the certificate, issued by a government authority, as proof of your family's income being below the specified limit for the reservation category you wish to apply under.

I hope it will clear your query!!