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Content Curator | Updated On - Apr 9, 2026
What's New in JEE Main 2026 Exam Date?
The JEE Main 2026 exam dates have been officially announced. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the exam in two sessions — Session 1 was conducted from January 21 to 30, 2026, and Session 2 is scheduled from April 2 to 8, 2026, in computer-based test (CBT) mode.
- City intimation for JEE Main session 2 was relased on 21 March 2026.
- JEE Main session 2 admit card 2026 will be released on 29 or 30 March 2026.
- JEE Main session 2 Paper 1 (BE/BTech) will be held on 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8 April 2026.
- JEE Main session 2 Paper 2 (BArch/BPlanning) will be held on 7 April 2026.
All candidates are advised to visit the official website frequently to be aware of essential information related to exam dates, admit card release, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and other details important for the JEE Main 2026.
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Table of Contents
- JEE Main 2026 Exam Date for Sessions 1 and 2 (Tentative)
1.1 JEE Main Exam Date 2026 Session 1 and 2
- JEE Main Exam Date Trend (2023-2025)
- JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates
- JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule
- JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Dates
- JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Dates
6.1 Documents to be carried to JEE Main 2026 Exam Centres
- JEE Main 2026 Result Dates
7.1 JEE Main 2026 Result and Objection Window Timeline
- JEE Main 2026 Exam Date FAQs
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date for Sessions 1 and 2
The JEE Main Exam 2026 will be conducted in two sessions, typically in January and April. The reason behind two sessions is to provide students with multiple opportunities to improve their scores in a year. Candidates can retake the exam to improve their rank, and the best score from either session is considered when determining the final rank.
JEE Main Exam Date 2026 Session 1 and 2
JEE Main 2026 exam dates for the January and April sessions has provided separately. The final dates are mentioned below
| Events | Session 1 (January 2026) | Session 2 (April 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | October 31 – November 27, 2025 (up to 9:00 PM) | Last Week of January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | November 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 PM) | To be notified later |
| Correction Window | To be displayed on NTA website | To be displayed on NTA website |
| City Intimation Slip | First Week of January 2026 (Tentative) | 21 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 3–4 days before the exam date | 3–4 days before the exam date |
| Dates of Examination | January 21 – 30, 2026 | Paper 1 (BE/BTech): 2, 4, 5, 6, and 8 April 2026 Paper 2 (BArch/BPlan): 7 April 2026 |
| Display of Question Paper & Answer Key | To be displayed on NTA website | To be displayed on NTA website |
| Declaration of Result | By February 12, 2026 | By April 20, 2026 |
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JEE Main Exam Date Trend (2023-2025)
The JEE Main session 1 is consistently held in late January, while session 2 occurs between early to mid-April. The duration of the exam ranges from 7-12 days. The table below presents the JEE Main exam date trends from 2023 to 2025. This trend is important for aspirants to align their preparation strategies according to the expected exam windows.
| Year | Session | Exam Date | Duration/Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Session 1 | January 24 – February 1 | 9 Days |
| Session 2 | April 6 – April 12 | 7 Days | |
| 2024 | Session 1 | January 24 – February 1 | 9 Days |
| Session 2 | April 4 – April 15 | 12 Days | |
| 2025 | Session 1 | January 22 – January 31 | 10 Days |
| Session 2 | April 1 – April 9 | 9 Days |
JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates
All official information, such as registration dates, fees, syllabus, and exam timetable, is provided in the official JEE Main 2026 notification, released by NTA on the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in.
JEE Main 2026 Registration for Session 1 is currently open and will continue till November 27, 2025. The Session 2 registration process is expected to begin in February 2026.
To complete the application process, candidates must register online, fill in personal and academic details, upload the required documents as per specifications, and pay the examination fee.
To understand the process, candidates can refer to the JEE Main 2025 Information Brochure, as the same procedure is expected to be followed for 2026.
The updated official schedule for JEE Main 2026 Notification and Registration is given below:
| Event | Session 1 Dates | Session 2 Dates |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Official Notification | October 2025 | January 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Registration Dates | Ongoing till November 27, 2025 | February 2026 |
Before starting the JEE Main 2026 registration, candidates should be aware about the JEE Main 2026 Application Fee structure, which is based on key factors, like Category (General, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC/ST, PwD, etc.), gender, and number and type of paper selected (B.E./B.Tech, B. Arch, B. Planning).
Also Check: JEE Main 2026 Form Correction
JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule
The JEE Main 2026 exam schedule contains the JEE Main 2026 Exam dates and timings so that candidates can plan their exam accordingly. The exam is conducted in two shifts, keeping in mind the large number of candidates applying for it.
- The JEE Main 2026 exam will be held in two shifts: Morning Shift and Afternoon Shift, with each shift having a duration of three hours.
The table below outlines the 2026 JEE Main Exam schedule, including shift timings, reporting time and exam duration. Candidates are advised to plan their exam day according to this schedule.
| Details | Morning Shift | Afternoon Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon | 3:00 PM to 6:00 pm |
| Reporting Time at exam centre | 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM | 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM |
| Exam Hall Entry | 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM | 1:30 PM to 2:45 PM |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours | 3 Hours |
JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Dates
The JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip will be released 10–15 days before the exam date to help candidates plan their travel in advance.
For the January session, the city slip is expected to be released in the first week of January 2026, while for the April session, it will likely be available in the second week of March 2026.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the city intimation slip on its official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in.
| Session | Expected City Intimation Slip Release Date |
|---|---|
| Session 1 (January 2026) | First Week of January 2026 |
| Session 2 (April 2026) | 21 March 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Dates
The admit card will be released three days prior to the JEE Main 2026 Exam date. Therefore, candidates are advised to stay updated and regularly check the official portal for notifications.
JEE Main 2026 Admit card is an essential document that candidates need to carry to their exam centre. Entry to the examination hall will not be allowed without an admit card under any circumstances. It includes important information like, candidate’s name, exam venue, roll number, date, and time of the exam. Candidates are advised to visit the official website to download and print the admit cards within the provided time limit.
Check: JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
Key Information regarding the JEE Main Admit Card is mentioned below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Release Date | Session 1: Mid-January 2026 Session 2: Last week of March 2026 |
| Official Website Link | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Login Credentials Required | Application Number and Date of Birth / Password |
Candidates should carry the following important documents to their examination centres. Without these documents, entry to the examination hall will not be allowed.
- A printed copy of JEE Main 2026 Admit card along with Self Declaration copy (completely filled in A4- size printout ).
- One passport size photograph (same as uploaded in the application form).
- A valid and original photo ID, such as School ID Card/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter ID/Passport/Aadhaar Card (with photo)/E-Aadhaar with photo/Ration Card with photo/Class 12th Board Admit Card with photo/Bank Passbook with photo.
- For candidates seeking relaxation under the PwD category, a valid certificate issued by the authorized authority is required.
- A simple transparent ball point pen.
JEE Main 2026 Result Dates
The JEE Main 2026 result for each session will be prepared in the following form
- Raw score
- Percentile scores of total raw score
For candidates appearing in both sessions, the better score will be considered in the final ranking. The JEE Main 2026 result dates and expected cut-off percentile for further stages are outlined below:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Website for Results | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| JEE Main 2026 Result Date (Tentative) | Session 1: By February 12, 2026 Session 2: By April 20, 2026 |
| Scoring Criteria for Dual Session Candidates | The best score out of both sessions will be considered for preparing the final rank list. |
| Eligibility for JEE Main 2026 Counselling | No minimum qualifying marks required; the candidate must have appeared for JEE Main 2026. |
| Expected Cut-off Percentile for JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility | General: ~93.10% EWS: ~80.38% OBC-NCL: ~79.43% SC: ~61.15% ST: ~47.90% |
| Tie-Breaking Policy (2026) | Tie-breaking will be based on scores in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, followed by the overall percentile. Age and number of attempts are no longer considered. |
Note: There will be no re-evaluation/re-checking of the result. No correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
Along with this, candidates can raise objections to the answer key. The objection window usually remains open for 2-3 days after the answer key is released, as mentioned in the table below.. After that, the final answer key is published, followed by results.
JEE Main 2026 Result and Objection Window Timeline
| Event | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Answer Key (Tentative) | Last week of January 2026 | First–Second week of April 2026 |
| Objection Window (Tentative) | Within 2–3 days after the release of the Provisional Answer Key | Within 2–3 days after the release of the Provisional Answer Key |
| Final Answer Key (Tentative) | First week of February 2026 | Mid-April 2026 |
| Result Declaration (Tentative) | By February 12, 2026 | By April 20, 2026 |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date FAQs
Ques. What is the JEE Main 2026 Exam Date?
Ans. As per the official schedule, JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be held between January 21 and 30, 2026, while Session 2 will take place between April 2 and 9, 2026 in computer-based mode.
Ques. When will JEE Main 2026 Registration start?
Ans. The JEE Main 2026 registration for Session 1 is open from October 31 to November 27, 2025, and Session 2 registration will begin in the last week of January 2026 on the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Ques. When will the city intimation slip for JEE Main 2026 be released?
Ans. The JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip will be released 10–15 days before the exam — in the first week of January 2026 for Session 1 and the second week of March 2026 for Session 2.
Ques. What are the shift timings for JEE Main 2026 Exam?
Ans. The JEE Main 2026 exam will be conducted in two shifts:
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Morning Shift: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
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Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Candidates are advised to reach their exam centres at least one hour before the shift starts.
Ques. When will the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card be available?
Ans. The JEE Main 2026 Admit Card will be released three days before the respective exam date on the official website — jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download it using their Application Number and Date of Birth/Password.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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