JEE Main 2026 Registration Ends Tomorrow; January Session from Jan 21

NTA to close JEE Main 2026 registration tomorrow for the January session as per the official schedule. Candidates who have not yet applied can complete the registration process through the online portal before the deadline. The examination for Session 1 will be conducted in January across multiple centres nationwide.

JEE Main 2026 January Session Registration Deadline and Exam Dates

The National Testing Agency has announced that the JEE Main 2026 January session application window will close on 27 November 2025. The fee payment facility will also shut on the same day, marking the final opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for Session 1.

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination is scheduled from 21 January 2026 to 30 January 2026. The test will be conducted in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. These language options ensure wide accessibility for candidates across different regions of the country.

NTA has clarified that applications are currently open only for Session 1. A separate window for Session 2 (April 2026)will be released later. Candidates who register for Session 1 can use the same Application Number to apply for Session 2. Those who prefer to appear only in the April session may apply when the Session 2 form is released.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Steps

Before checking the registration steps, candidates should ensure that they have valid documents, scanned photographs and a working payment method ready. These steps remain essential for both Session 1 and Session 2 applications.

• Visit the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.
• Select the link for JEE Main Session 1 Exam 2026 Registration.
• Register by entering the required personal details.
• Log in using the generated credentials.
• Fill the application form and complete the fee payment.
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
• Keep a printed copy for future use.

JEE Main 2026: Paper Details and Purpose

JEE (Main) will be conducted in two separate papers. Paper 1 is for admission to B.E. and B.Tech programmes offered by NITs, IIITs, CFTIs and other participating engineering institutions. It also acts as the qualifying examination for JEE (Advanced), which is required for admission to IITs.

Paper 2 is designed for candidates seeking admission to B.Arch and B.Planning programmes offered across various institutions in India. This paper evaluates aptitude, drawing skills and planning knowledge depending on the specific course applied for.

What Candidates Should Do Before the Deadline?

Candidates must complete the registration and payment process before the 27 November 2025 deadline. It is advisable to avoid last-minute submissions due to possible technical delays. After submitting the form, candidates should verify all details on the confirmation page to prevent errors ahead of the exam.

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