NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 notification. The exam will be conducted in two sessions — January (21–30) and April (02–09). The application process starts on 31 October 2025 and ends on 27 November 2025. Candidates can apply online at jeemain.nta.ac.in. The exam is for admission into B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan programs at NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main 2026) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level of Exam | Undergraduate |
| Frequency | Twice a year – January & April |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan |
| Duration | 3 hours (4 hours for PwD) |
| Languages | English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.ac.in |
JEE Main 2026 Notification:
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the notification for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main 2026). Students aspiring to secure admission in B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses at top engineering institutes like NITs, IIITs, and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) can now apply online through the official website – jeemain.nta.ac.in.
JEE Main is one of the most competitive national-level entrance exams for engineering aspirants in India and also serves as the eligibility test for JEE Advanced, which is conducted for admission into IITs.
Table of Contents
- 1 Overview of JEE Main 2026
- 2 Eligibility Criteria for JEE Main 2026
- 3 JEE Main 2026 Application Fee
- 4 Exam Pattern of JEE Main 2026
- 5 Important Dates of JEE Main 2026
- 6 How to Apply for JEE Main 2026?
- 7 Important Links of JEE Main 2026
- 8 FAQs of JEE Main 2026
- 9 What is the starting date to apply for JEE Main 2026?
- 10 What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2026?
- 11 When will the JEE Main 2025 be conducted?
- 12 What are the courses offered through JEE Main 2026?
- 13 What is the official website of JEE Main 2026?
Overview of JEE Main 2026
Name of exam: Joint Entrance Examination [JEE (Main)-2025]
Name of exam: Joint Entrance Examination (JEE (Main)-2026)
Name of exam conducting body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Level of exam: Undergraduate
Frequency of exam: Twice a year in January and April
Mode of exam: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Name of courses offered: BTech, BArch and BPlan
Duration of exam: 3 hours [4 hours for PwD]
Total marks:
- 300 marks for Paper-1 (BE/BTech)
- 400 marks for Paper-2A (BArch)
- 400 marks for Paper-2B (BPlan)
Language of exam: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu
Colleges accepting JEE Main score: NITs, IIITs and CFTIs
Official website: jeemain.nta.ac.in
JEE Main contact details:
- Telephone Number: 011-40759000/ 011-69227700
- Email ID: jeemain@nta.ac.in
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Main 2026
Age Limit
There is no age restriction for JEE Main 2026.
However, candidates must fulfill the age requirements set by the institutes they wish to join.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or should be appearing in 2026.
Students who passed Class 12 in 2023 or earlier are not eligible for JEE Main 2026.
State Code of Eligibility
The state code is determined by the location of the qualifying institution, not by the candidate’s place of residence or native state.
JEE Main 2026 Application Fee
(Note: Fees may vary based on category and exam center selection.)
Exam Pattern of JEE Main 2026
Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 30 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 100 |
| Total | 90 | 300 |
Paper 2A – B.Arch
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 100 |
| Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 |
| Drawing Test | 2 | 100 |
| Total | 82 | 400 |
Paper 2B – B.Plan
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30 | 100 |
| Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 |
| Planning-Based Questions | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 105 | 400 |
Important Dates of JEE Main 2026
Session 1 – January 2026
- Registration Start: 31 October 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 27 November 2025
- Exam Dates: 21 – 30 January 2026
- Result Declaration: By 12 February 2026
Session 2 – April 2026
- Registration Start: Last week of January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: To be announced
- Exam Dates: 02 – 09 April 2026
- Result Declaration: By 20 April 2026
How to Apply for JEE Main 2026?
Follow these simple steps to apply online for JEE Main 2026:
| ➥ Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.ac.in |
| ➥ Click on the “Apply for JEE Main 2026” link. |
| ➥ Register using a valid email ID and mobile number. |
| ➥ Fill in personal, academic, and exam preference details. |
| ➥ Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and certificates. |
| ➥ Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. |
| ➥ Download and print the confirmation page for future reference. |
Important Links of JEE Main 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of JEE Main 2026
What is the starting date to apply for JEE Main 2026?
➲ The online application starts from 31st October 2025.
What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2026?
➲ The last date to apply online is 27th November 2025.
When will the JEE Main 2025 be conducted?
➲ The exam will be held between 21st and 30th January 2026 for Session 1.
What are the courses offered through JEE Main 2026?
➲ B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses are offered through JEE Main.
What is the official website of JEE Main 2026?
➲ The official website is https://jeemain.nta.ac.in.