Everything You Need to Know About JEE Main 2026
JEE Main 2026 is India’s most important engineering entrance exam, such as B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning for students seeking admission to top institutes like NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, and also acts as the gateway for JEE Advanced. This information brings you the latest updates, official dates, syllabus, eligibility, and preparation resources for JEE Main 2026, ensuring you have everything you need for this year’s exam.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates - Highlights and Latest Updates
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JEE Main 2026 Overview
JEE Main 2026 Application Form
NTA has opened the JEE Main 2026 application window on October 31, 2025. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until November 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) through the official website. To complete the process, applicants need to enter their personal, academic, and examination details, upload the necessary documents, and pay the registration fee online.
Get the Latest Updates: JEE Main 2026 Application Form
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Apply?
Educational Qualification: Passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026
Age Limit: No upper age limit
Number of Attempts: Three consecutive years after Class 12, up to six total attempts (two per year)
Minimum Marks: No minimum to appear; 75% (General) / 65% (SC/ST) or top 20 percentile required for NITs/IIITs/CFTIs
Accepted Boards: Recognised Central/State Boards, NIOS, International (AIU)
Check: JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
Breakdown by Paper:
B.E./B.Tech: 75 questions, 300 marks, Physics/Chemistry/Maths
B.Arch: 77 questions, 400 marks, Math/Aptitude/Drawing
B.Planning: 100 questions, 400 marks, Math/Aptitude/Planning
Computer-based for all (Drawing section is pen & paper)
For detailed information, check: JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
JEE Main 2026 Updated Syllabus (PDF Download)
NCERT-based for Class 11 & 12 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
Separate tables/links for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), and Paper 2B (B.Planning)
Check: JEE Mains Syllabus 2026
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and Exam City Slip
NTA will issue the JEE Main 2026 admit card a few days before the examination. Candidates can download it from the official website using their application number and password or date of birth.
The admit card will include key details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam centre address, date and time of the exam, paper details, and important instructions. After downloading, candidates should carefully review all the information, and in case of any discrepancy, they must immediately contact the NTA helpdesk for correction.
For more details, visit: JEE Main 2026 Exam City Intimation Slip
JEE Main 2026 Answer Key Overview
The NTA will publish the JEE Main 2026 Answer Key PDF on its official website within 2–3 days after the exam.
A provisional answer key will be released first, allowing candidates to challenge discrepancies by paying ₹200 per question within the given period.
After evaluating all objections, the final answer key will be issued, which serves as the basis for calculating the JEE Main results and scores.
Candidates can also access their response sheet and question paper PDF via their JEE Main login.
Visit: JEE Main 2026 Answer Key, to stay updated
JEE Main 2026 Result
The JEE Main 2026 result will be announced around February 12, 2026, roughly 10 days after the exam.
Candidates can download their scorecard from the official site using their application number and date of birth/password.
The scorecard includes percentile scores for Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and the overall aggregate.
Along with results, NTA will publish the cutoff percentile and toppers list.
Those meeting the cutoff become eligible for JEE Advanced 2026.
Once the JEE Main 2026 results are declared, students can easily estimate their expected rank using Vedantu’s JEE Main Rank Predictor Tool 2026. This smart tool helps candidates analyse their NTA percentile scores and get an accurate idea of their probable rank and college options before counselling.
To get more information about the result, check: JEE Main 2026 Result
JEE Main 2026 Cutoff
The cutoff percentile will be released with the Session 2 results in April 2026.
It represents the minimum score needed to qualify for JEE Advanced and varies by category and year.
Visit JEE Main 2026 Cutoff, to get the latest updates.
JEE Main 2026 Counselling (JoSAA) Overview
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) will conduct counselling and seat allotment for admissions to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
Only candidates qualified in JEE Main or JEE Advanced can participate.
Counselling is online and covers B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses.
To get more information, check: JoSAA 2026 Counselling
Important Study Materials Links for JEE Exams
FAQs on JEE Main 2026: Exam Dates, Registration, Syllabus, Eligibility and Latest News
1. When will the JEE Main 2026 exam be held?
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026, and Session 2 from April 1 to 10, 2026, as per the official NTA schedule.
2. Who is eligible for JEE Main 2026?
Students who passed or are appearing in Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or 2026 can apply. There is no age limit, and candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years after passing Class 12.
3. What is the 75% marks rule for JEE Main 2026?
To appear for JEE Main, there is no minimum marks requirement. However, for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, candidates must secure 75% marks in Class 12 (or 65% for SC/ST) or be in the top 20 percentile of their board.
4. How can I apply for JEE Main 2026?
Visit the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Register using your email ID and mobile number, fill in personal and academic details, upload documents, and pay the application fee online.
5. What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2026?
The last date to submit the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 application form is November 27, 2025 (till 11:50 PM).
6. What is the JEE Main 2026 application fee?
General (Male): ₹1000
OBC / Female: ₹800
SC / ST / PwD: ₹500
Payment must be made online through UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking.
7. What is the syllabus for JEE Main 2026?
The syllabus is based on Class 11 and 12 NCERT topics.
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Paper 2A (B.Arch): Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing
Paper 2B (B.Planning): Mathematics, Aptitude, Planning
8. When will the JEE Main 2026 admit card be released?
The admit card will be issued 4–7 days before the exam. Candidates can download it from jeemain.nta.nic.in using their application number and date of birth/password.
9. When will the JEE Main 2026 result be announced?
The Session 1 result is expected on February 12, 2026, while the Session 2 result will likely be declared on April 20, 2026.
10. How can I download the JEE Main 2026 answer key?
The provisional answer key will be available 2–3 days after the exam. After reviewing challenges, NTA will publish the final answer key. Candidates can log in at jeemain.nta.nic.in to download it.
11. What is the expected JEE Main 2026 cutoff?
The cutoff percentile may vary by category. Based on previous trends:
General: ~93
OBC-NCL: ~80
SC: ~60–70
ST: ~45–55
12. How is the JEE Main rank calculated?
Ranks are based on normalized NTA percentile scores from all exam shifts, ensuring fairness and accuracy in ranking.
13. What is the JEE Main 2026 counselling process?
The JoSAA Counselling 2026 will start in June 2026. Candidates must register at josaa.nic.in, fill their college and course preferences, and participate in seat allotment rounds based on their JEE Main or JEE Advanced rank.
14. Which institutes accept JEE Main scores?
JEE Main scores are accepted by 31 NITs, 26 IIITs, 38 GFTIs, and several state and private engineering colleges across India.
