JEE Main 2026 Application Form: Dates, Process, and Documents Needed

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Missing the JEE Main application deadline means waiting another year. This guide covers everything you need to know about the JEE Main 2026 registration process to ensure you apply correctly and on time.

Important Dates (Expected for 2026)

Session 1 (January): Registration November 2025, Exam January 2026. Session 2 (April): Registration February 2026, Exam April 2026. Always verify exact dates on the official NTA website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Eligibility Criteria

Age: No upper limit (minimum 17 years by December 31 of admission year). Qualifying Exam: 12th standard or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Attempts: Maximum 3 consecutive years (changed from earlier guidelines).

Documents Required

Class 10 marksheet (for date of birth), Class 12 marksheet or roll number, Passport-size photograph (white background, recent), Scanned signature, Aadhaar card or government ID, Category certificate (if applicable).

Application Fee

General/EWS: ₹1000 (single paper). SC/ST/PWD/Transgender: ₹500. Girls (all categories): ₹500. Pay via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. Note: Fees are non-refundable.

Common Application Mistakes

Wrong photo dimensions (must be 3.5×4.5 cm, 10-200 KB). Incorrect qualifying exam year. Not verifying details before final submission. Note: NTA typically allows one correction window after application.

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