Overview
This examination serves as an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to the IITs. The JEE (Main) comprises two papers:
- Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech
- Paper 2A: B.Arch
- Paper 2B: B.Planning
JEE (Main) – 2026 will be held in two sessions: Session 1 (January 2026) and Session 2 (April 2026).
Eligibility Criteria
Education: Candidates must have passed or appeared in the Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent examination with relevant subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) from a recognized board. Detailed criteria are provided in the Information Bulletin.
Age Limit: Not mentioned in the notification.
Experience: Not applicable.
Application Process
- Visit the official website — https://jeemain.nta.nic.in or https://www.nta.ac.in.
- Apply online only; applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Only one application is permitted per candidate; multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Application Fee:
- General / OBC: Not mentioned in the notification
- SC / ST / Others: Not mentioned in the notification
- Mode of Payment: Online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
Examination Details
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Mode of Examination | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 20 MCQs + 5 numerical per subject (Total 75) | Computer Based Test (CBT) | First Shift: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM Second Shift: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
| Paper 2A (B.Arch.) | Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing | 20+5 (Maths), 50 (Aptitude), 2 (Drawing) | CBT mode (Drawing offline on A4 sheet) | 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Paper 2B (B.Planning) | Mathematics, Aptitude, Planning | 20+5 (Maths), 50 (Aptitude), 25 (Planning) | Computer Based Test (CBT) | 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Languages: The exam will be conducted in 13 languages — English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 31 October 2025 |
| Online Application Form | 31 October 2025 to 27 November 2025 (up to 09:00 P.M.) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 November 2025 (up to 11:50 P.M.) |
| Announcement of Exam City | By the first week of January 2026 |
| Downloading Admit Cards | Will be announced later |
| Date of Examination | Between 21 January to 30 January 2026 |
| Declaration of Result | By 12 February 2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process
- Computer Based Examination
- Merit list based on score and eligibility
Official Notification
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Sources
Disclaimer: Candidates should verify details from the official notification before applying.