JEE Main 2026: NTA Issues Advisory for Students Ahead of Registration

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an important advisory for students planning to register for JEE Main 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the information bulletin before filling out the online application form.

The advisory highlights eligibility criteria, age limit, exam pattern, and documents required during registration. Students must ensure that all details entered in the application form are accurate, as corrections will only be allowed during the official correction window. The NTA has also urged aspirants to keep scanned copies of their photograph, signature, and valid ID proof ready in the prescribed format before applying.

JEE Main 2026: NTA issues important advisory for students planning to register

The National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main), has released an official advisory for students intending to apply for JEE Main 2026. This comes ahead of the opening of the registration window, where lakhs of aspirants from across the country will be applying for admission to prestigious NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and as the first step for IIT admissions through JEE Advanced.

According to the advisory, candidates must go through the information bulletin thoroughly to understand the eligibility conditions, application process, syllabus, exam pattern, and important instructions. Some key highlights include:

Eligibility: Students who have passed Class 12 or equivalent in 2024 or 2025 are eligible. Those appearing in 2026 can also apply.

Age Limit: There is no upper age limit, but candidates must meet the criteria of the institute to which they seek admission.

Application Process: Registrations will be online only at the official NTA website. Students should use a valid email ID and mobile number for communication.

Documents Required: Candidates must upload scanned copies of their passport-size photograph, signature, and valid government-issued ID proof in the prescribed format.

Exam Mode: JEE Main 2026 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.), while Paper 2 (B.Arch./B.Planning) will include both CBT and pen-paper-based drawing tests.

Correction Window: The NTA has emphasized accuracy while filling out forms, as only limited corrections will be allowed later.

The advisory also reminds aspirants to practice mock tests, stay updated with the official website (jeemain.nta.ac.in), and avoid falling prey to unofficial websites or agents claiming guaranteed admissions.

With competition expected to be tougher than ever, early preparation, proper planning, and adherence to NTA guidelines will play a vital role in achieving success in JEE Main 2026.