JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Begins Tomorrow: Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Application Guide
JEE Advanced 2026 registration starts on April 23 at jeeadv.ac.in for JEE Main qualified candidates. Last date to apply is May 2. Exam will be held on May 17 in CBT mode. Check eligibility, fee details, exam pattern, and step-by-step application process before registering online.
The JEE Advanced 2026 registration process is set to begin on April 23, 2026 at 10 AM. Conducted by IIT Roorkee, this is one of the most important entrance exams for admission into IITs in India. Candidates who qualify JEE Main 2026 can apply online through the official website.
JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates
Here are the key dates every aspirant should remember:
- Registration Start Date: April 23, 2026 (10 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: May 2, 2026
- Last Date to Pay Fee: May 4, 2026
- Admit Card Release: May 11, 2026 (5 PM)
- Exam Date: May 17, 2026
Official Website for Registration
Candidates must apply only through the official portal:
jeeadv.ac.in
Avoid using unofficial websites to prevent errors or scams.
JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To apply for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates must meet the following conditions:
1. JEE Main Qualification
- Must be among the top 2,50,000 rank holders in JEE Main 2026 (B.E./B.Tech paper)
2. Age Limit
- Born on or after October 1, 2001
- SC/ST/PwD candidates get 5 years relaxation
3. Attempts Allowed
- Maximum 2 attempts in two consecutive years
4. Educational Qualification
- Must have appeared for Class 12 in 2025 or 2026
- Subjects required: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
5. IIT Admission Restriction
- Students already admitted to any IIT program are not eligible
6. Foreign Candidates
- Can apply directly (without JEE Main), if other criteria are met
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Fee
The registration fee is non-refundable:
- General Category: ₹3,200
- Female / SC / ST / PwD: ₹1,600
Payment must be completed by May 4, 2026.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern
The exam will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Structure of Exam:
- Two papers: Paper 1 & Paper 2 (both compulsory)
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- Duration: 3 hours per paper
- PwD candidates: 4 hours per paper (with extra time)
Language:
- English
- Hindi
JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card Details
- Release Date: May 11, 2026
- Available until: May 17, 2026 (2:30 PM)
Admit Card will include:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- JEE Main application number
- Photograph and signature
- Date of birth and category
Candidates must carefully verify all details and report errors to their respective zonal IIT.
How to Apply for JEE Advanced 2026
Follow these simple steps:
Step-by-step process:
- Visit jeeadv.ac.in
- Click on JEE Advanced 2026 registration link
- Login using JEE Main credentials
- Fill in personal and academic details
- Pay application fee online
- Submit form and download confirmation page
- Take a printout for future reference
Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT 2026)
Candidates who qualify JEE Advanced can apply for AAT 2026 for B.Arch admission.
Key details:
- Registration starts: June 1, 2026
- Duration: 3 hours (4 hours for PwD)
- Language: English only
- No separate admit card issued
Institutes offering B.Arch via AAT:
- IIT Kharagpur
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT (BHU) Varanasi
The JEE Advanced 2026 registration marks the next big step for IIT aspirants after JEE Main. With strict eligibility rules and a competitive exam pattern, students must carefully check all requirements before applying. Early preparation and timely registration will help avoid last-minute issues.
Stay updated with official notifications on jeeadv.ac.in for any changes.