JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form, Registration Date, Eligibility & Key Dates

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application process will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for candidates aiming to appear in the April session of the examination. The registration for Session 2 is expected to begin in the last week of January 2026, with January 31, 2026 being the most anticipated start date, based on previous year trends. The application form will be available online only on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Candidates who appeared for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 can also apply for Session 2 using the same application number and login credentials, without completing the registration process again from scratch. New applicants will be required to complete the full registration process.

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NTA JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Latest Update

As per the official schedule and ongoing updates, the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration window is expected to remain open till the last week of February 2026. The April session exam is scheduled to be held from April 2 to April 9, 2026.

Candidates are advised to keep all required documents ready in advance, as the application process includes live photograph capture, document upload, and online fee payment.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Apply Online Link

The National Testing Agency (NTA) opened the registration window for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 on its official website jeemain.nta.nic.in, with the application process conducted from October 31 to November 27, 2025. The last date for completing the fee payment was also November 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM). Candidates were required to finish all stages of the application process, including registration, document upload, live photograph submission, and fee payment, within the stipulated timeline.

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination is being conducted from January 21 to January 29, 2026, for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes such as B.E. and B.Tech offered by participating institutions.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Link (Active Soon)

Update Documents Before JEE Main 2026 Registration

It is advisable to check and update all your important documents before you begin filling out the form. Tiny mistakes in your Aadhaar or certificates may result in the delay of your application or rejection.

Aadhaar Card:

Check your name, date of birth according to your Class 10 certificate, address, and father's name. If your photograph is old, attach a recent one.

UDID Card (for PwD candidates):

Make sure it's valid and updated if expired. Also, specify your disability type and percentage clearly. Have a scanned copy ready for upload.

Category Certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL):

Your certificate should be valid and from a competent authority. OBC-NCL candidates should have certificates that are dated on or after April 1, 2025. EWS candidates should have a certificate for the present financial year.

Also Check:

• JEE Main 2026 Cutoff Prediction
• JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026
• JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
• JEE Main 2026 Admit Card

JEE Application Form 2026 Session 2 Important Date

NTA released an advisory for JEE Main 2026 on September 29, 2025, confirming the two sessions and advising candidates to update their documents before registration begins. Here are the important dates should must keep a track of for JEE Session 2 application form 2026:

How To Fill JEE Main 2026 Application Form

When the registration process opens, students will be able to start applying by following below steps. To ensure a smooth application process, carefully go through each step and provide the required information accurately. Following these steps will help you successfully complete and submit your application on time:

• Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in

• Click on "New Registration" and fill in your personal and academic information

• Upload the documents to be scanned in the prescribed format

• Pay your application fee online using debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking

• Download and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference

JEE Main Session 2 Registration Fee

Here is a table for the JEE Main 2026 Application Fees. However, this is the fee structure of the old session, once the official schedule of new session is released, it will be updated soon:

JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026 

Candidates who wish to appear in JEE Main 2026 exam must meet the below eligibility criteria for JEE Main 2026.

Age Limit: General and General-EWS candidates must be born on or after October 1, 2000. SC/ST/PwD candidates must be born on or after October 1, 1995 (5 years of age relaxation).

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have passed or must be appearing for Class 12 (or an equivalent exam) in 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects.

• Candidates who passed Class 12th in 2024 or earlier are not eligible.

Number of Attempts: A candidate can attempt JEE Main a maximum of 3 times in consecutive years. Diploma Holders: Candidates with a Diploma in Engineering (or equivalent) are also eligible to apply for JEE Main 2026. State of Eligibility: The state where the candidate completed their Class 12 exam determines the state of eligibility.

What Students Can Do Now

With the registration window around the corner, students should utilize this period to the fullest. Ensure Aadhaar details and certificates are identical to school records to prevent verification problems. Have scanned copies of all documents prepared in the correct size and format in advance of the beginning of registration. Begin revising main subjects and taking mock tests to consolidate preparation for the January session. 

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