JEE Main 2026 Registration Soon; Check Exam Dates, Process

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to begin the JEE Main 2026 registration process for session 1 anytime soon on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. While the registration link is yet to be activated, NTA has already released the JEE Main 2026 exam dates for both sessions. The session 1 exam will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026, while the session 2 exam is scheduled from April 1 to 10, 2026. The information brochure and detailed eligibility criteria are likely to be released shortly.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates and Schedule

Candidates can check the tentative registration and exam timeline for both sessions below.

New Changes Introduced in JEE Main 2026 Registration

For the upcoming year, NTA has made a few important updates to the JEE Main 2026 registration process. Candidate details will now be auto-fetched through UIDAI Aadhar authentication, reducing manual entry errors. Applicants are advised to ensure that their Aadhar card information matches their Class 10 marksheet or certificate before applying. Additionally, NTA plans to expand exam centres within India and overseas to make the process more accessible for candidates.

How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 1?

Before the application link is activated, candidates can review the registration steps to avoid errors during the process.

• Visit the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in
• Register as a new candidate by entering personal details
• Fill in academic and contact information carefully
• Upload scanned documents as per the given specifications
• Pay the application fee through online mode
• Download and save the confirmation page for future use

Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Application Form

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before beginning the registration:

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