JEE Main Registration 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will begin the registration procedure for JEE Main 2026 in October. The agency has yet to release the exact registration dates. Applicants who wish to submit applications for the Joint Entrance Examination can do so online by visiting the official NTA JEE website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The Agency will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026 in two sessions: Session 1 in January 2026 and Session 2 in April 2026.
JEE Main 2026: About Papers 1 and 2
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) comprises two papers:
- Paper 1: This paper is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programs (B.E. / B. Tech.) at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), and institutions/universities funded or recognized by participating state governments. Additionally, JEE Main serves as a qualifying test for JEE Advanced, which is required for admission to IITs.
- Paper 2: This paper is for admission to B. Arch and B. Planning programs across the country.
The exam is likely to be held in two shifts:
– Morning Shift: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
– Afternoon Shift: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
JEE Main Registration 2026: How to Apply?
Candidates who wish to apply for the exam should follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official NTA JEE website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- On the homepage, click on the JEE Main 2026 registration link.
- Register online by filling in the required details.
- Log in using the generated credentials.
- Complete the application form, pay the application fee, and submit the form.
- Download the confirmation page and take a printout for future reference.
JEE Main 2026: Session 1 & 2 Registration Details
Applicants can register for the Session 1 examination scheduled for January 2026 and pay the applicable fee. There will be an option to apply separately for Session 2 (April 2026) using the same application number. A separate notification will be released regarding the registration for Session 2 along with details about the fee payment.
Stay tuned to the official website for the latest updates on registration dates and other related information.