The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially opened the JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 registration window for candidates seeking to appear in the April session. Aspirants can now fill out their application forms on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in and complete the process before the last date, 25 February 2026. The Session 2 exam, intended for both first-time applicants and those looking to improve their scores after Session 1, is slated to be conducted between 2 April and 9 April 2026 across various centres nationwide.
JEE Mains Session 2 Registration: Important Dates
Candidates preparing for the April attempt should note the key registration timeline below:
- Registration start date: 1 February 2026
- Registration last date: 25 February 2026
- Session 2 exam dates: 2 April to 9 April 2026
Registration, application corrections and admit card releases are all phased through the coming months as per the official calendar.
How to Apply for JEE Mains Session 2?
To register for JEE Mains 2026 Session 2, applicants must follow these steps:
- Visit the official JEE Main portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click the link for Session 2 Registration – April 2026 attempt.
- Create or log in with an existing application number and password.
- Enter personal and academic details as required.
- Upload necessary documents including live photo capture and identity proof.
- Pay the application fee before the deadline.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Applicants must ensure that all details entered are accurate, as corrections may be limited to specific windows after registration closes.
JEE Mains 2026 Eligibility and Required Documents
Those applying for JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 must meet the standard eligibility criteria set by NTA, including:
- Completion of Class 12 or equivalent with required subjects.
- Valid identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport.
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature in prescribed formats.
A live photograph capture via webcam or camera has been made a mandatory part of the registration process to enhance identity verification.
JEE Mains 2026 Fee Payment and Confirmation
After filling in the application form, candidates must pay the applicable registration fees online through accepted modes like credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI or wallets. Successful payment generates a confirmation page that candidates must download and retain. Candidates are reminded that failure to complete fee payment by the deadline could result in cancellation of the application.
JEE Mains 2026: What Happens Next?
Once the registration period closes, NTA will release the city intimation slips and later the admit cards for session 2 candidates. The application form correction window and detailed exam schedule will also be shared on the official portal in due course. Prospective examinees should keep checking jeemain.nta.nic.in for any updates on registration status, correction windows, and examination notices.