JEE Main 2026 Registration: When Will NTA Open the Application Form?

Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 10:27 [IST]

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to begin the JEE Main 2026 registration process soon on its official website - jeemain.nta.ac.in.

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Engineering aspirants across India are eagerly waiting for the release of the JEE Main 2026 Application Form, which will be the first step towards securing admission into premier institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), and Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs).

As per the official schedule, NTA has already announced the exam dates for both sessions of JEE Main 2026. Session 1 will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026, while Session 2 is scheduled between April 1 and 15, 2026. The registration for Session 1 is likely to begin in the last week of October 2025.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates (Tentative)

Event	Session 1	Session 2
Release of Notification	October 2025	February 2026
Registration Start Date	October 25, 2025	February 2026
Last Date to Apply	November 2025	March 2026
Exam Dates	January 21-30, 2026	April 1-15, 2026

The official brochure containing details such as eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and fee structure will also be published along with the registration link on the NTA portal.

Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Application Form

Candidates must keep the following documents ready before filling out the JEE Main 2026 form:

Recent passport-size photograph and signature (scanned copies)
Class 10th and 12th mark sheets
Valid government ID proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card)
Category certificate (if applicable)
PwD certificate (if applicable)
Active mobile number and email ID

How to Fill the JEE Main 2026 Application Form

Here's a step-by-step guide to complete the registration:

1. Visit the official website - jeemain.nta.ac.in.

2. Click on "JEE Main 2026 Registration" link.

3. Register using your email ID and mobile number.

4. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details carefully.

5. Upload scanned images of the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

6. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking).

7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates must ensure all information is correct before final submission, as no major corrections will be allowed once the window closes.

JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) from a recognized board.

Age Limit: There is no age limit for appearing in JEE Main; however, candidates must meet the institute-specific age criteria for admission.

Attempt Limit: Candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Sections: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Type of Questions: MCQs and Numerical Value Questions
Total Marks: 300
Duration: 3 Hours

Paper 1 is for B.E./B.Tech, while Paper 2A and 2B are for B.Arch and B.Planning, respectively.

Preparation Tips for JEE Main 2026 Aspirants

Focus on NCERT fundamentals and previous years' JEE papers.
Attempt mock tests regularly to enhance speed and accuracy.
Divide your time effectively between all three subjects.
Revise formulae and important derivations weekly.
Practice numerical questions to improve problem-solving skills.

What's Next After Registration?

After the application process, NTA will release:

City Intimation Slip (to check exam centre city)
JEE Main Admit Card 2026 (around 10 days before the exam)
Answer Key and Response Sheet post-exam
Final Result and All India Rank (AIR)

Candidates qualifying JEE Main will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026, conducted by IITs for admission into B.Tech and Integrated M.Tech programs.

Conclusion

The JEE Main 2026 registration is expected to start by the last week of October 2025 on jeemain.nta.ac.in. Candidates must keep all necessary documents ready and fill the form carefully before the deadline. Regularly visiting the official website is essential to stay updated about any changes in schedule, eligibility, or exam pattern.