The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially revised the exam schedule for JEE Main 2026 Session 2. As per the latest update, the exam will now be conducted on April 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, 2026, instead of the earlier planned dates from April 2 to April 9.

Additionally, the city intimation slip for Session 2 was released on March 21, 2026. Candidates can download their city allotment details by visiting the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in and logging in using their application number and password.

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam will be held in two shifts daily — 9 AM to 12 Noon and 3 PM to 6 PM. Over 10 lakh candidates are expected to appear.

The final All India Rank (AIR) will be calculated based on the best score from both sessions, and the top 2.5 lakh candidates will qualify for JEE Advanced 2026, scheduled on May 17, 2026.

The city intimation slip only shows the exam city and date and is not valid for entry. Candidates must carry the official admit card to the exam centre.

For queries, contact the National Testing Agency (NTA) helpline: 011-40759000 (10 AM – 5 PM).

The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results on February 16, 2026. Candidates can download their scorecards from jeemain.nta.nic.in using their application number and password.

The result includes subject-wise percentile scores and the overall NTA percentile. The All India Rank (AIR) will be released only after the completion of Session 2 in April.

Session 1 Highlights

JEE Main 2026 Marks vs Percentile (Based on Session 1 Trends)

Note: Percentile varies shift-wise. Scores in a tough shift yield higher percentile at lower marks. NTA normalises scores across shifts.

Session 1 (January) – Completed

Session 2 (April) – Upcoming

JEE Main 2026 is a national-level engineering entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is the gateway for admission to B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning courses in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs across India, and also serves as the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced 2026.

In 2026, over 13.5 lakh candidates registered for Session 1 alone. The exam is conducted in CBT mode, testing Class 11 & 12 concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, while the B.Arch Drawing test is held offline.

Before applying for JEE Main 2026, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, including academic qualifications, nationality, and age. Applicable category-wise relaxations are also provided as per guidelines.

Academic Qualification

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024, 2025, or 2026, with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a technical vocational subject.

Eligible candidates also include:

• Final year 10+2 students
• Students from NIOS (with at least five subjects)
• 3-year diploma holders
• Candidates from the Joint Service Wing of NDA

Minimum Marks Requirement for Admission (Not for Appearing)

Note: The 75% criteria applies only for admission to NITs, IIITs, IITs, and GFTIs — not for appearing in JEE Main.

Age & Nationality

• Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for JEE Main 2026.
• Nationality: Indian citizens, OCI, PIO, and foreign nationals are eligible.
• Attempts: Candidates can attempt the exam for 3 consecutive years from the year of passing Class 12.

JEE Main 2026 is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and consists of three papers designed for different courses. A key update for 2026 is the introduction of an on-screen calculator, which will be available to all candidates during the exam. This new feature is expected to improve accuracy and help students perform calculations more efficiently.

Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech (Most Attempted)

Paper 2A – B.Arch

Paper 2B – B.Planning

Marking Scheme Summary

• MCQ: +4 for correct answer, –1 for incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted.
• Numerical Answer Type (NAT): +4 for correct, no negative marking.
• Duration: 3 hours (Paper 1 & 2B) | 3 hours 30 minutes (Paper 2A).
• New in 2026: On-screen calculator available for all candidates.

The JEE Main 2026 application form is available only in online mode at jeemain.nta.nic.in, and the National Testing Agency (NTA) does not accept offline applications under any circumstances. The Session 1 registration was conducted from October 31 to November 27, 2025, while the Session 2 registration process was completed on February 25, 2026. Candidates were required to complete the entire application process within these timelines.

New Registration Features in JEE Main 2026

• Live Webcam Photograph: Candidates must capture a real-time image via webcam and also upload a passport-size photo (white background, 80% face visible, no mask).
• Aadhaar-Based Auto-Fetch: Personal details like name, DOB, gender, and address are auto-filled from the UIDAI database, reducing manual errors.
• Non-Aadhaar Identity Proof: Candidates using other methods must upload a valid ID such as PAN, Passport, or School ID.
• Enhanced Accessibility Mode: Improved interface for PwD candidates with better navigation and screen-reader support.

Steps to Fill JEE Main Application Form

• Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and click on “Apply Online” to begin the process.
• Complete new registration by entering basic details such as name, DOB, email ID, mobile number, and category.
• Fill in academic details, preferred course, and select exam centre choices carefully.
• Capture a live photo via webcam and upload the passport-size photograph and signature as per guidelines.
• Verify identity using Aadhaar (auto-fetch) or upload a valid ID proof if opting for non-Aadhaar verification.
• Pay the application fee through online modes (Card, Net Banking, Paytm) or via Bank Challan (offline).
• Finally, submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required

• Scanned passport-size photograph (white background, with at least 80% face visibility as per guidelines)
• Live webcam photograph captured during the registration process
• Scanned signature in the prescribed format
• Class 10 certificate as proof of date of birth
• Aadhaar card or any other valid government ID proof
• Category certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD candidates)

The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 admit card was released on March 29, 2026 for exams scheduled on April 2 and 4, while admit cards for the remaining dates are released 3–4 days before the exam. Candidates can download it from jeemain.nta.nic.in using their application number and password.

The admit card is the only valid entry document for the exam hall. The city intimation slip (released on March 21) cannot be used as a substitute. Candidates must carry a printed admit card along with a valid photo ID on the exam day for verification.

Details on the JEE Main Admit Card 2026

• Candidate’s name, father’s name, and category details
• Application number and roll number for identification
• Allotted exam date and shift (Morning/Afternoon session)
• Exam centre name, complete address, and reporting time
• Exam duration along with important instructions to be followed
• Candidate’s photograph and signature for verification purposes

How to Download JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card

• Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in official website.
• Click on “JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card 2026” link.
• Enter your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth to log in.
• The admit card will appear on the screen — verify all details carefully.
• Download the admit card and take at least two printouts for safety.
• In case of any discrepancy, contact the National Testing Agency (NTA) at 011-40759000 immediately.

The JEE Main 2026 cutoff is the minimum percentile required to qualify for JEE Advanced 2026. The official cutoff will be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) along with the Session 2 results on April 20, 2026. Based on Session 1 trends and expert analysis, the following are the expected cutoff ranges for different categories.

Expected Cutoff 2026 (for JEE Advanced Qualification)

JEE Main Cutoff Trend (General Category)

Note: Only the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main qualifiers are eligible for JEE Advanced 2026. Admission cutoffs for NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs are published separately after JoSAA counselling.

The JEE Main 2026 syllabus is based on the NCERT curriculum of Classes 11 and 12, covering Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The syllabus remains largely unchanged from the previous year, ensuring consistency for students. However, focusing on high-weightage topics is important for better scoring, and some key topics are listed below.

High-Weightage Physics Topics

• Electrostatics & Current Electricity: Coulomb’s Law, Capacitors, Kirchhoff’s Laws, Ohm’s Law, and basic circuit analysis
• Modern Physics: Photoelectric effect, Bohr’s model, Radioactivity, Atomic spectra, and related concepts
• Mechanics: Newton’s Laws of Motion, Work-Energy-Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, and applications
• Optics: Ray optics, Wave optics, Interference, Diffraction, and optical instruments
• Magnetic Effects of Current: Biot-Savart Law, Ampere’s Law, Electromagnetic Induction, and magnetic fields
• Thermodynamics: Laws of thermodynamics, Ideal gas laws, Kinetic theory of gases, and heat concepts
• Waves & Sound: Simple Harmonic Motion, Doppler effect, wave properties, and sound-related phenomena

High-Weightage Chemistry Topics

• Organic Chemistry: General Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons, Reaction mechanisms, Named reactions, and basic concepts
• Chemical Bonding: VSEPR theory, Hybridisation, Molecular orbital theory, and bonding properties
• Equilibrium: Chemical equilibrium, Ionic equilibrium, pH, buffer solutions, and related calculations
• Coordination Compounds: IUPAC nomenclature, Isomerism, Crystal field theory, and applications
• Electrochemistry: Nernst equation, Electrolysis, Batteries, and electrochemical cells
• Atomic Structure: Quantum numbers, Electronic configuration, Periodic properties, and trends
• Chemical Kinetics: Rate laws, Half-life, Activation energy, and reaction mechanisms

High-Weightage Mathematics Topics

• Calculus: Limits, Differentiation, Integration, Differential Equations, and their applications
• Coordinate Geometry: Straight lines, Circles, Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola, and standard equations
• Algebra: Complex Numbers, Quadratic Equations, Sequences & Series, Binomial Theorem, and basics
• Matrices & Determinants: Properties, Inverse of matrices, Cramer’s Rule, and solving systems
• Probability & Statistics: Conditional probability, Bayes’ theorem, Mean, Variance, and distributions
• Vector & 3D Geometry: Dot/Cross product, Lines, Planes in 3D, and geometric interpretation
• Trigonometry: Identities, Inverse trigonometric functions, Heights and Distances, and formulas

JEE Advanced 2026 will be conducted by IIT Roorkee on May 17, 2026 (Sunday). It serves as the gateway for admission into all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) across India. The registration process for eligible candidates is scheduled to begin on April 23, 2026, shortly after the JEE Main results.

JEE Advanced 2026 Key Details

To qualify for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria. They should be among the top 2.5 lakh rank holders in JEE Main, have passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, and must be within two consecutive attempts. Additionally, candidates should not have previously accepted admission to any IIT seat, as per the official eligibility rules.

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) conducts the centralised counselling and seat allotment for admissions to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and IITs. JoSAA 2026 is expected to begin in June 2026, after the declaration of JEE Advanced results. The process includes six main rounds of seat allotment, followed by CSAB special rounds to fill any remaining vacant seats.

Sample Admission Cutoffs (General – Open Category, JoSAA 2025 Round 1)

IITs admit students exclusively through JEE Advanced 2026. The above data is based on JoSAA 2025 Round 1 and is provided for reference. It will be updated for 2026 once the counselling process officially begins and new data is released.