The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and the National Testing Agency (NTA) have officially announced the exam schedules for the 12th Board and JEE Main 2026. The update includes key information about the exam date gaps, registration timelines, eligibility criteria, and expert preparation tips for students planning engineering or related courses.
Important Dates
Eligibility Criteria
- To appear for the 12th Board & JEE Main 2026:
- Must be enrolled in or have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board.
- Specific subject requirements for JEE (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) apply.
- No upper age limit for JEE Main. (Standard rule)
Application Process
- Register online via the official portals of CBSE and JEE Main (NTA), respectively.
- Fill in the details accurately, upload the required documents and pay the fee.
- Note: JEE Main applications open around October/November 2025.
Exam Pattern & Gaps
- The CBSE 12th board exams are scheduled between February and April, and JEE Main Session 1 is expected before the board exams to avoid a clash.
- Experts advise students to use the gap between exams for revision and consolidated preparation.
Preparation Tips
- Focus on boards and the entrance exam syllabi simultaneously.
- Use the gap after boards (for those writing JEE later) to sharpen problem-solving and mock tests.
- Maintain accuracy and time management as both the board and JEE have tight schedules.
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