JEE Mains 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the provisional JEE Main 2026 Session 1 answer key on February 4, 2026. Candidates can download the JEE Main answer key PDF from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in by logging in with their application number and password. Students who find any discrepancies can raise objections to the answer key between February 4 and February 6, 2026.
Meanwhile, JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration is open from February 1 to February 25, 2026. Candidates are advised to check the JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria before applying. NTA has also directed applicants to update their Aadhaar details, UDID, and category certificates (if applicable) before starting the Session 2 registration process.
Along with the answer key, NTA has also released the JEE Main 2026 response sheet and question paper. The JEE Main 2026 result for Session 1 will be declared on February 12, 2026. After the exam, coaching institutes publish memory-based JEE Main question papers and unofficial answer keys, which help candidates estimate their expected scores.
Candidates can download the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 admit card using their application number and password once it is released. This year, NTA has increased the number of JEE Main exam centres across the country. The agency has also published the JEE Main 2026 information bulletin and syllabus along with the official notification.
JEE Main 2026 is a computer-based entrance examination conducted for admission to B.E., B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan courses at participating institutions across India. This article provides complete information about the eligibility criteria, application fee, required documents, and steps to fill out the JEE Main 2026 registration form.
Latest Updates on JEE Main 2026
Stay informed with the latest news and important updates related to JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and Session 2. Keeping track of official announcements will help candidates avoid missing crucial deadlines and exam-related information.
- The provisional JEE Main 2026 answer key, along with the candidate response sheet and question papers, has been released.
- The official NTA JEE Main January 2026 answer key and response sheet were made available on February 4, along with the answer key challenge window.
- More than 13 lakh candidates appeared for the BE/BTech paper in JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
- IIT Roorkee will conduct JEE Advanced 2026 on May 17, 2026.
- The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration is expected to begin in the last week of January 2026.
What is JEE Main Exam?
The Joint Entrance Examination (Main), popularly known as JEE Main, is a national-level entrance test for admission to B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Plan programs offered by NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and various top private universities across India. It also serves as the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced, which is required for admission into the prestigious IITs.
The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) twice a year, usually in January and April. JEE Main is held in an online computer-based mode across 300+ cities in India and select cities abroad. This makes it one of the largest engineering entrance exams in the country.
JEE Main 2026 Highlights
Candidates preparing for JEE Main 2026 can go through the key details of the exam below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – JEE Main |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | Undergraduate |
| Exam Frequency | Twice a year (January & April) |
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Expected Number of Candidates | Around 12 lakh aspirants |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan |
| Application Fees | ₹1000 – Male (General/OBC/EWS) ₹800 – Female (General/OBC/EWS) ₹500 – SC/ST/PwD/Transgender |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (Regular candidates) 4 hours (PwD candidates) |
| Total Marks | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): 300 Paper 2A (B.Arch): 400 Paper 2B (B.Plan): 400 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect |
| Total Questions | Paper 1: 75 Paper 2A: 77 Paper 2B: 100 |
| Languages Available | 13 – English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu |
| Accepting Colleges | All NITs, IIITs, CFTIs & several state/private universities |
| Exam Cities | 290 cities in India & 20 cities abroad |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Contact Details | NTA Helpline Numbers: 0120-6895200, 8178359845, 8287471852, 9650173668, 9599676953 Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in |
Source: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
JEE Main 2026 Important Dates
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct JEE Main 2026 in two sessions, January and April. Below is the tentative schedule for registration, admit card release, and exam dates:
| Events | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Notification Release | October 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration (Session 1) | October 31 to November 27, 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 Admit Card (Session 1) | January 25, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam Date (Session 1) | January 21 to 30, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration (Session 2) | February 01 to 25, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Admit Card (Session 2) | March 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Exam Date (Session 2) | April 02 to 19, 2026 |
Source: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria. The following are eligibility conditions:
- Nationality: Candidates must be Indian citizens. Foreign nationals, NRIs, PIOs (Persons of Indian Origin), and OCIs (Overseas Citizens of India) are also eligible to apply.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- Age Limit: There is no age restriction to appear in JEE Main 2026. However, institutes may have their own age criteria for admissions.
- Attempts: Candidates can appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years starting from the year of passing Class 12.
- Minimum Marks: There is no minimum percentage required in Class 12 to appear for JEE Main. The 75% marks rule applies only at the time of admission to NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs, while many other institutes have no minimum marks requirement.
Source: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
State Code of Eligibility
The State Code of Eligibility is determined by the state in which a candidate completed their Class 12 exam, not their native place or residence. For example, if a student appears for Class 12 in Delhi but resides in Uttar Pradesh, their eligibility state code will be Delhi.
Qualifying Exams for JEE Main
Candidates must have completed one of the following:
- 10+2 system from recognized Central/State Boards like CBSE or CISCE
- Intermediate or Pre-University exams
- NDA Joint Services Wing two-year course final exam
- Senior Secondary School Exam from NIOS with at least five subjects
- 3-year diploma recognized by AICTE or State Boards of Technical Education
- GCE A-level exams (London/Cambridge/Sri Lanka)
- Cambridge High School Certificate or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
A certificate of equivalence from AIU is mandatory for candidates who studied outside India or from non-listed boards. If Class 12 was not a public exam, the candidate must have passed at least one public board/pre-university exam earlier.
JEE Main Subject Requirements
Check the table below for subject requirements for the JEE Main 2026 exam:
| Program | Required Subjects in Qualifying Exam |
|---|---|
| B.E/B.Tech | Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Technical Vocational Subjects |
| B.Arch | Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry |
| B.Plan | Mathematics |
JEE Main 2026 Application Form
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 Application Form online for Session 2 at the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in. The registration for Session 2 has started from February 02 to 25, 2026.
Candidates need to provide details about their education (Class 10 and 12), address, parents’ information, category, exam city preference, and upload a scanned passport-sized photo and signature in the prescribed format. Reserved category candidates (OBC-NCL/EWS/SC/ST) must provide certificate details, while PwD/PwBD candidates need to upload their disability certificates.
Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Application
The following are the documents required for JEE Main 2026 application form:
- Scanned photograph and signature
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets (or Class 12 admit card for appearing students)
- Category certificate for EWS/SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates
- Credit/debit card or internet banking/UPI details for fee payment
JEE Main 2026 Application Fee (Tentative)
Candidates can check the fee details for JEE Main 2026 application in the table below:
| Category | Fee for India | Fee for Outside India |
|---|---|---|
| Male candidates (UR/EWS/OBC) | INR 1,000 | INR 5,000 |
| Female candidates (UR/EWS/OBC) | INR 800 | INR 4,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Transgender | INR 500 | INR 2,500 |
Note: Payment can be made online via credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking.
How to Apply for JEE Main 2026?
The following are the steps to apply for JEE Main 2026
Step 1: Visit the official JEE Main website.
Step 2: Click on “New Candidate Registration”.
Step 3: Enter personal details like name, parents’ names, email ID, mobile number, and address.
Step 4: Complete the registration and fill in additional details: category, educational qualifications, exam paper (B.Tech or B.Arch/B.Plan), and preferred exam city.
Step 5: Upload required documents: photo, signature, class 10 certificate, and PwD/PwBD certificate (if applicable).
Step 6: Pay the application fee online.
Step 7: The form is automatically submitted after successful payment.
Candidates will receive an acknowledgment slip via email and SMS, which should be downloaded and saved for future reference.
JEE Main Application Form Correction 2026
NTA provides a correction window to fix mistakes in the submitted application form. Only certain fields like category, address, photo, and signature can be edited.
The following are the steps to make corrections:
Step 1: Visit the JEE Main official website.
Step 2: Login using application number and password.
Step 3: Click on the “JEE Main Correction” link.
Step 4: Update the necessary details and click “Confirm and Save”.
Step 5: Download and take a printout of the corrected form for records.
JEE Main Syllabus 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official JEE Main 2026 syllabus PDF. The syllabus can be downloaded from the table below or from the official website. The JEE Main syllabus is based on Class 11 and 12 topics. Studying NCERT books thoroughly will give candidates a strong foundation and an edge over others.
JEE Main Paper 1 (B.Tech) Syllabus
Paper 1 is for candidates seeking admission to B.Tech/B.E. courses. It includes Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics topics from Class 11 and 12. Check the table below for B.Tech syllabus:
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Sets, Relations and Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Matrices and Determinants, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Sequence and Series, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus (Differential & Integral), Vector Algebra, Statistics and Probability, Mathematical Reasoning |
| Physics | Physics and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Equilibrium, Properties of Solids and Liquids |
| Chemistry | Some Basic Concepts in Chemistry, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Chemical Thermodynamics, Solutions, Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry |
JEE Main Paper 2A (B.Arch) Syllabus
Paper 2A is for candidates applying for B.Arch courses. It consists of Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Drawing. Check the table below for B.Arch Syllabus:
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Sets, Relations and Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Matrices and Determinants, Permutations and Combinations, Mathematical Inductions, Binomial Theorem, Sequence and Series, Limits, Continuity & Differentiability, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations, Coordinate Geometry, 3D Geometry, Vector Algebra, Statistics & Probability, Trigonometry, Mathematical Reasoning |
| General Aptitude | Awareness of persons, buildings, materials; Visualising 3D objects from 2D drawings; Analytical reasoning; Understanding scale, proportion, color, texture, and harmony; Mental ability (visual, numerical, verbal) |
| Drawing | Sketching urban scenes, rural landscapes, natural objects; Creating 2D and 3D compositions; Transformations of forms, plan and elevation drawing; Visualization of 3D forms |
JEE Main Paper 2B (B.Plan) Syllabus
Paper 2B is for candidates applying for B.Plan courses. It includes Mathematics, General Aptitude, and Planning. Check the table below for B.Plan Syllabus:
| Subject | Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Same as Paper 2A (B.Arch) |
| General Aptitude | Same as Paper 2A (B.Arch) |
| Planning | General Awareness, Urban and Rural Development, Social Science (nationalism, colonialism, economy), Economic Development, Population and Urbanization, Critical Thinking (unseen passages, map reading, charts, graphs), Basic Statistics |
Source: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/document/syllabus-for-jee-main-2025/
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official exam pattern for JEE Main 2026. The exam will be conducted online for all three papers: Paper 1 for BE/BTech, Paper 2A for BArch, and Paper 2B for BPlan. Each exam will have a duration of 3 hours. The marking scheme awards 4 marks for every correct answer, while 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates can refer to the detailed JEE Main 2026 exam pattern for all papers once it is officially released by NTA.
| Particulars | Paper 1 – B.Tech | Paper 2A – B.Arch | Paper 2B – B.Plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Online (Computer-Based Test) | Online (CBT), except Drawing | Online (CBT) |
| Subjects Covered | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Mathematics, General Aptitude, Drawing | Mathematics, General Aptitude, Planning |
| Type of Questions | MCQs & Numerical Value Answer (NVA) | MCQs, NVA & Drawing | MCQs & NVA (Maths), MCQs (GA & Planning) |
| Total Number of Questions | 75 | 77 | 100 |
| Subject-wise Questions | Physics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVA Chemistry: 20 MCQs + 5 NVA Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVA | Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVA General Aptitude: 50 MCQs Drawing: 2 questions | Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVA General Aptitude: 50 MCQs Planning: 25 MCQs |
| Total Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
| Marking Scheme | +4 correct, -1 incorrect | +4 correct, -1 incorrect | +4 correct, -1 incorrect |
| Language Options | 13 languages (Hindi, English, Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu, Gujarati) | 13 languages (same as above) | 13 languages (same as above) |
JEE Main Admit Card 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Main Admit Card 2026 about two days before the exam. Candidates can download their hall ticket using their NTA JEE Main login credentials. It is important to take a printout of the admit card, preferably in colour, and carry it to the exam centre along with one valid photo ID (such as Aadhaar, PAN, or any government-issued ID) and a passport-size photograph, the same one uploaded during the application process.
After downloading the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card, candidates should carefully check all the details on it. In case of any errors or discrepancies, they must immediately contact the examination authorities. Remember, carrying a photo ID along with the admit card is mandatory to enter the examination hall. Make sure to download and print your JEE Main 2026 hall ticket in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
JEE Main Exam City Intimation Slip 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) releases the JEE Main Exam City Intimation Slip 2026 a few days before the admit card. This slip informs candidates about their exam date and the city where they will appear for the exam.
Candidates can download the city intimation slip online from the official website using their login credentials, application number and date of birth. It shows the exam city allotted to the candidate and is released ahead of the admit card.
It is important to note that the JEE Main city intimation slip is different from the admit card. The admit card, released a few days later, contains complete details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam center address, exam date and time, guidelines, and question paper information.
The JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip will be available for download at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates should check it carefully to confirm their exam city before the admit card is released.
JEE Main Answer Key 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main Answer Key 2026 PDF for Session 1 on its official website on February 04, 2026. Initially, the Provisional Answer Key is made available. Candidates who find any discrepancies in the provisional answer key can raise objections online within the specified time frame. A fee of INR 200 per question must be paid to submit an objection.
The NTA publishes the Final Answer Key after reviewing all the objections. Candidates can also download their JEE Main Response Sheet 2026 and the question paper PDF along with the answer key. These resources can be accessed through the candidate’s JEE Main login on the official website.
JEE Mains 2026 Result
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Mains 2026 Result approximately 10 days after the exam. The scorecard will show the candidate’s normalized percentile scores in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with the overall aggregate percentile.
Candidates need to log in using their application number and password on the official JEE Main website to download the JEE Main Result 2026. It is important to download and safely store the scorecard, as it will be required for further admission procedures.
Along with the result, NTA also publishes the JEE Main Cutoff Percentile, the minimum qualifying marks for JEE Advanced, and the list of toppers with their All India Rank (AIR). Candidates who score above the cutoff will become eligible to appear in JEE Advanced for admission to IITs.
JEE Main 2026 FAQs
Q.1. When will JEE Main 2026 registration start?
Ans. JEE Main 2026 registration for Session 2 is ongoing to begin from February 01, 2026.
Q.2. How can I download the JEE Main 2026 admit card?
Ans. Candidates can download the admit card using their application number and password through the official JEE Main website.
Q.3. What is the difference between the city intimation slip and admit card?
Ans. The city intimation slip shows the exam city and date, while the admit card contains detailed information including roll number, exam center, and guidelines.
Q.4. When will the JEE Main 2026 answer key be released?
Ans. The provisional answer key will be released 2–3 days after the exam, with the final answer key published after reviewing objections.
Q.5. How can I check my eligibility for JEE Advanced through JEE Main 2026?
Ans. Candidates scoring above the JEE Main cutoff percentile will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced for admission to IITs.
