NewsIMTSJEE Main 2026 registration started on October 31, 2025 at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The last date to apply is November 27, with fee payment accepted until 11 pm. Session 1 exams will be conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026 in two shifts – 9 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 6 pm. Candidates who passed Class 12 in the last three years can apply with no age restrictions. The exam will be available in 13 languages and includes Paper 1 for BE/BTech and Paper 2 for BArch/BPlanning. NTA has already activated a demo registration link and advises applicants to update their Aadhaar Card, UDID card, and category certificates before applying. Different application fees apply based on category and gender. (Updated 31 Oct 2025, 23:40 IST; source: link)
JEE Main 2026 Registration Timeline and Exam Schedule
The National Testing Agency has opened registration for JEE Main 2026 on October 31, 2025, through the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Interested students have until November 27 to complete their applications, with fee payment accepted until 11:50 pm on the closing date. The first session of exams is scheduled from January 21 to 30, 2026, with two daily shifts – morning (9 am to 12 noon) and afternoon (3 pm to 6 pm). This engineering entrance exam serves as the gateway to prestigious technical institutions across India, making it crucial for Class 12 students planning to pursue engineering careers.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Requirements
Students who completed Class 12 in the past three years are eligible to apply for JEE Main 2026, with no age restrictions imposed by the National Testing Agency. The exam will be conducted in 13 languages and consists of two papers – Paper 1 for BE/BTech programs and Paper 2 for BArch/BPlanning courses. Before starting the application process, candidates should ensure they have updated documents including Aadhaar Card, UDID card, and category certificates. The application fees vary based on category and gender. NTA has also activated a demo registration link to help students familiarize themselves with the application process.
Key Points
- JEE Main 2026 registration started on October 31, 2025 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- The last date to apply is November 27, with fee payment accepted until 11 pm.
- Session 1 exams will be conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026 in two shifts – 9 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 6 pm.