JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Photo Verification Certificate Activated for Non‑Aadhaar Candidates
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• Updated on 17 Mar, 2026, 6:00 PM, by Arman Kumar
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has activated the photo verification certificate download link on the official JEE Main 2026 Session 2 portal jeemain.nta.nic.in for candidates whose identity could not be verified using Aadhaar. Non‑Aadhaar applicants can now log in with their application details to download and upload the certificate ahead of exam procedures. Completion of this process is essential for their registration to be valid.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has activated the link to download the photo verification certificate for candidates registered for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 who used identity documents other than Aadhaar during registration. This certificate must be downloaded and submitted through the candidate’s individual login on the official JEE Main website – jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Who Needs the JEE Main 2026 Photo Verification Certificate?
Candidates whose identity could not be fully verified via Aadhaar authentication or who registered using alternate identity documents such as PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID or other accepted IDs are required to complete photo verification. The NTA has made this certificate available specifically for such candidates so they can fulfil the verification requirements set forth earlier in the application process This measure ensures that the candidate’s identity matches official records before the admit card is issued and the Session 2 exam is administered. Previously, the NTA had set deadlines for uploading this certificate, aimed at confirming identity where Aadhaar verification was not used or was mismatched.
How to Download and Upload the JEE Main 2026 Photo Verification Certificate?
Candidates who fall under the non‑Aadhaar category should follow these steps:
- Visit the official JEE Main portal: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click on the Session 2 login link.
- Enter your JEE Main application number and password (or date of birth/password as required).
- Look for the photo verification certificate download link in your dashboard.
- Download the PDF certificate.
- Fill in the necessary details and have it attested wherever required (as per NTA instructions).
- Upload the completed certificate back through the portal.
Ensure the certificate is complete and correctly attested to avoid delays in processing. Candidates should also keep a printed copy of this document for future reference and verification at exam centres if requested.
Importance of Completing JEE Main 2026 Photo Verification
Completing the photo verification process is critical for several reasons:
- Confirms the identity of candidates who did not use Aadhaar authentication initially.
- Ensures that the candidate’s application remains valid ahead of the JEE Main Session 2 exam.
- Helps avoid last‑minute issues with the admit card issuance or entry at the examination centre.
Candidates are advised to act promptly and complete this verification step well before the Session 2 examination dates (scheduled from 2 April to 9 April 2026, with city slips and admit cards to follow).
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