JEE Main 2026 Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Registration, Eligibility, Preparation Tips

Candidates aspiring to appear for JEE Main 2026 must fulfill the eligibility conditions set by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The eligibility criteria include academic qualifications, age requirements, and subject combinations.
Below are the detailed requirements:

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025, or be appearing in 2026.

• The qualifying examination should include Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects (for B.E./B.Tech).

• For B.Arch: Candidates must have studied Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry in Class 12.

• For B.Plan: Candidates must have Mathematics as a compulsory subject in Class 12.

2. Year of Passing

• Only those candidates who have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026 are eligible.

• Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2023 or earlier are not eligible to appear in JEE Main 2026.

3. Age Limit

• There is no age limit for JEE Main 2026.

• However, candidates must satisfy the age criteria of the institute (like NITs, IIITs, or other colleges) where they seek admission.

4. Number of Attempts

• A candidate can appear for JEE Main for three consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.

• Since JEE Main is held twice a year (January & April), a candidate can attempt the exam six times in total over three years.

5. Minimum Marks Requirement

• There is no minimum percentage requirement to appear for JEE Main 2026.

• However, candidates must have passed Class 12 with at least five subjects, including Physics and Mathematics.

• Candidates aspiring to appear for JEE Main 2026 must fulfill the eligibility conditions set by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The eligibility criteria include academic qualifications, age requirements, and subject combinations. Below are the detailed requirements:

The online registration for JEE Main 2026 is expected to start in the initial week of November 2025.
The application procedure for JEE Main 2026 will be managed completely online by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Applicants need to meticulously adhere to the registration instructions, upload the necessary documents, and pay the exam fee to finalize their application.

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for JEE Main 2026

1. Online Registration

• Visit the official website of NTA JEE Main (jeemain.nta.ac.in).

• Click on the “New Registration” link.

• Fill in personal details such as name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.

• Create a password and note down the application number for future reference.

2. Fill the Application Form

• Log in using your application number and password.

• Enter details such as:

  • Personal information (name, address, parents’ details)

  • Academic details (Class 10 & 12 marks, board, passing year)

  • Course applied for (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, or B.Plan)

  • Exam cities preference (select up to four cities)

3. Upload Documents

Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents in the prescribed format:

• Passport-size Photograph (recent, clear background)

• Signature (in running handwriting, not in capital letters)

• Category Certificate (if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

4. Payment of Application Fee

• Pay the fee online using Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Wallets.

• The fee varies depending on:

  • Category (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD)

  • Gender

  • Number of Papers chosen (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan)

  • Exam Centre (India or Abroad)

5. Download Confirmation Page

• After successful payment, a confirmation page will be generated.

• Download and save it for future reference.

• Without the confirmation page, the application is considered incomplete.

Important Points to Remember:

• Candidates can apply for one or both sessions (January & April) while filling the form.

• Ensure that all details are correct, as false information may lead to disqualification.

• NTA usually provides a correction window to edit mistakes in the application form.

For Exam Centres in India
 

For Exam Centres Outside India
 

Key Points:

• Fees can be paid only in online mode (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets).

• If a candidate applies for both January and April sessions, they can either:

  • Pay for one session at a time, OR

  • Pay for both sessions together while filling the first form.

• Fees are non-refundable, except under special circumstances defined by NTA.

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will oversee the counselling for JEE Main, facilitating admissions into NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and IITs (via JEE Advanced).
This process is entirely online and consists of several rounds of seat allocation, which depend on JEE Main ranks, candidate categories, seat availability, and individual preferences.

 

Step-by-Step Counselling Process

1. Registration for Counselling

• Visit the official website of JoSAA (josaa.nic.in).

• Log in using your JEE Main Application Number and Password.

• Provide personal and academic details to complete the counselling registration.

2. Choice Filling & Locking

• Candidates must select and prioritize their preferred courses and colleges (NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, IITs if eligible).

• Multiple choices can be filled based on the candidate’s rank and interest.

• After selection, candidates must lock their choices before the deadline.

3. Seat Allotment Result

• JoSAA will release the seat allotment result for each round.

• Seats are allotted based on:

  • JEE Main rank

  • Reservation category (GEN, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD)

  • Seat availability in preferred institutes

  • Candidate’s filled choices

4. Seat Acceptance & Fee Payment

• If allotted a seat, candidates must:

  • Accept the seat online.

  • Pay the seat acceptance fee (around ₹35,000 for General/OBC and ₹20,000 for SC/ST/PwD).

• Upload required documents for verification.

5. Document Verification

Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents:

• JEE Main Rank Card

• JEE Main Admit Card

• Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets / Certificates

• Category Certificate (if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

• Passport-size Photograph

• Seat Acceptance Fee Receipt

6. Reporting at Allotted Institute

• After final seat allotment, candidates must report to the allotted institute on the given date.

• Pay the remaining admission fee and complete other formalities to confirm admission.

7. Special Rounds of Counselling (if applicable)

• After JoSAA counselling, if seats remain vacant in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, the Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) conducts special counselling rounds to fill those seats.

Important Points to Remember

• JoSAA counselling is conducted in multiple rounds (usually 6 rounds).

• Candidates can freeze, float, or slide their allotted seat:

  • Freeze – accept the allotted seat and stop further rounds.

  • Float – accept seat but wait for higher preference in future rounds.

  • Slide – accept seat in the same institute but wait for a better course.

• Failing to report or pay fees within the deadline will lead to cancellation of the seat.

Physics Syllabus
 

Chemistry Syllabus
 

Mathematics Syllabus
 

Additional Syllabus for B.Arch (Paper 2A)
 

Additional Syllabus for B.Plan (Paper 2B)
 

JEE Main is conducted for three papers:

• Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech.

• Paper 2A: B.Arch.

• Paper 2B: B.Planning.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern – Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.)
 

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern – Paper 2A (B.Arch.)

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern – Paper 2B (B.Planning)

State-Wise Exam Centres in India

International Exam Centres

Key Notes:

• The final and official list of exam centres for JEE Main 2026 will be released in the information brochure provided by NTA.

• Aspirants can usually select up to four preferred exam cities during the application, followed by NTA allotment. The exact centres and codes will be updated in the official 2026 brochure.

NSIC-MDBP Building
First Floor,Okhla Industrial Estate
New Delhi-110020

Contact No. : 01169227700, 011-40759000