JEE Main 2026 Registration: NTA to Release Application Form Soon

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to start the JEE Main 2026 registration process for Session 1 soon on the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in. The registration link, along with the information brochure, will be activated once the process begins. This year, NTA has introduced significant updates in the JEE Main 2026 application process, including Aadhar-based auto-verification and additional exam centres across India and abroad.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates and Schedule

According to the latest update, the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam will be conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026, while the Session 2 exam will take place from April 1 to 10, 2026. The registration for Session 1 is likely to start in October 2025, followed by Session 2 in January 2026.

NTA will release the detailed notification and brochure specifying eligibility, fee structure, and syllabus along with the form.

New Changes in JEE Main 2026 Application Process

For the 2026 session, NTA has made updates to simplify the registration process. Candidate details will now be auto-fetched using UIDAI Aadhar authentication, reducing manual entry errors. Applicants are advised to verify their Aadhar details before starting the registration. Additionally, new exam cities and international test centres have been added to accommodate more candidates this year.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees (Expected)

Based on the previous session, the JEE Main 2026 registration fee is likely to remain similar.

The updated fee details will be confirmed in the official brochure.

Steps to Complete JEE Main 2026 Registration

To apply for JEE Main 2026, candidates will need valid personal and academic documents. The registration steps are:

1. Visit the official NTA website — jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on “JEE Main 2026 Registration”
3. Register as a new candidate and verify details
4. Upload documents, photograph, and signature
5. Pay the prescribed registration fee
6. Download and save the confirmation page for future use

In case of any mismatch between Aadhar and educational certificates, corrections can be made during registration

Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Application

Candidates should keep the following ready before applying:

• Aadhar card
• Class 10 marksheet
• Scanned photograph and signature
• Income certificate (if applicable)
• Category or PwD certificate (if applicable)