JEE Main 2026 Application Form Out, Registration Starts, Eligibility & Key Dates

The JEE Main 2026 application form for Session 1 is now open from October 31, 2025, as announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Eligible candidates can register online through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. This year, NTA has introduced new guidelines including mandatory Class 11 registration number, live webcam photo capture, and Aadhaar-based auto-fill of candidate details to ensure accurate verification.

Aspirants are advised to keep necessary documents ready, follow the updated form-filling instructions carefully, and complete the registration before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

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JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Begins

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 registration from October 31, 2025. Candidates can now fill the application form online at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam will be held from January 21 to January 30, 2026, while Session 2 is scheduled from April 1 to April 10, 2026. Students are advised to complete their registration before the deadline and carefully follow the updated guidelines, including live photo capture and Aadhaar-based verification.

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 1 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 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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