🚀 JEE Main 2026 Alert: Key Dates, Exam Pattern, and Application Details for Aspiring Engineers & Architects
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the Public Notice for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) - 2026, Session 1. This is your essential guide to the application process, key dates, and examination structure for those targeting prestigious institutions like NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and aiming to qualify for JEE (Advanced) for IITs.
📅 JEE Main 2026 Session 1: Important Dates
Mark your calendars! The JEE (Main) - 2026 will be conducted in two sessions: Session 1 (January 2026) and Session 2 (April 2026). Note these crucial dates for the January Session:
- Online Application Submission: October 31, 2025, to November 27, 2025 (Up to 09:00 P.M.).
- Last Date for Fee Transaction: November 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 P.M.).
- Announcement of Examination City: By the First week of January 2026.
- Date(s) of Examination: Between January 21 to January 30, 2026.
- Declaration of Result (Tentative): By February 12, 2026.
Applying for Session 2 (April 2026)
If you wish to apply for Session 2, a separate application opportunity will be provided later, and you can use the same Application Number if you applied for Session 1.
📝 Examination Structure and Papers
JEE (Main) 2026 includes multiple papers for different courses:
| Paper | Course | Subjects | Total Questions | Mode of Exam | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | B.E./B.Tech. | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 75 | Computer Based Test (CBT) | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon OR 03:00 P.M. to 06:00 P.M. |
| Paper 2A | B. Arch. | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test | 77 | CBT (except Drawing Test is Pen & Paper on A4 sheet) | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon |
| Paper 2B | B. Planning | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning - Part III | 100 | Computer Based Test (CBT) | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon |
Key Paper Details
- Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) and Part-I of Paper 2 (Mathematics) are divided into two sections:
- Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Section B: Questions requiring answers as a numerical value.
- Negative Marking: There will be negative marking for incorrect answers in both Section A and Section B of Paper 1 and Part-I of Paper 2.
The examination will be conducted in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
⚠️ Crucial Application Instructions
- Online Mode Only: Applications must be submitted online through the official website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.
- Single Application: Submit only one application form; filling out more than one will lead to strict action and summary disqualification.
- Communication: Ensure the e-mail address and Mobile Number provided are your own or your Parents'/Guardians', as all communication will be sent via e-mail or SMS.
For any difficulties, you may contact the Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in.
