JEE Main Registration 2026 Soon @jeemain.nta.nic.in, Live Updates, Important DetailsJEE Main Registration 2026 : The National Testing Agency is expected to announce the commencement date for JEE Main registration 2026 soon. Although an official date has not been announced yet, it is anticipated to begin in October 2025. Based on previous years' trends, the registration might start around October 12, 2025, October 19, 2025, or October 26, 2025.
Analyzing past trends, the registration for JEE Main Session 1 2025 began on October 28, 2024, while in 2024, it started on November 1, 2023. Furthermore, the registration for Session 1 in 2023 began on December 15, 2022, and for Session 1 in 2021, it commenced on December 16, 2020. Given the trend of registration dates preceding the previous year’s registration date for the last few years, and considering that Session 1 registration 2025 was held on October 28, 2025, it is likely that the registration for 2026 will commence before October 28, 2025.
JEE Main Registration 2026 Expected Date
Based on the previous year’s trend, the expected date for the commencement of JEE Main Registration 2026 has been displayed in the following table, along with other details:
Particulars  | Details  | 
|---|---|
Expected Date 1  | By October 12, 2025 (Likely)  | 
Expected Date 2  | By October 19, 2025 (More Likely)  | 
Expected Date 3  | By October 26, 2025 (Most Likely)  | 
Registration Form Release Mode  | Online  | 
Official website to register  | jeemain.nta.nic.in  | 
JEE Main Registration 2026: Important Details
The important details related to JEE Main Registration 2026 are as follows:
- The JEE Main registration process will be conducted online through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
 - To initiate the registration, candidates are required to create an account on the portal and log in using the generated credentials.
 - During the registration process, candidates will need to provide their personal and educational details, upload the necessary documents for verification purposes, and complete the payment of the registration fee.
 - It is essential for candidates to adhere to the guidelines specified by the conducting authority while filling in the details and uploading documents, as any inaccuracies or errors may result in the cancellation of the form.
 
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JEE Main Registration 2026 Live Updates
12 10 PM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Fee Payment Modes
Candidates can make the registration fee payment via UPI, credit card, debit card, or net banking.
11 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Will separate registration be conducted for Session 2?
Yes, separate registration will be conducted for Session 2.
11 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: How to Know if the Registration is Complete?
Candidates will receive a confirmation email and SMS after the registration is complete. Apart from that, candidates will be able to download the application confirmation page from the official website once the registration is complete.
10 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: How Many Shifts?
JEE Main 2026 examination will be conducted in two shifts in both session 1 and 2. Shift 1 will be conducted from 9 AM to 12 PM and shift 2 will be conducted from 3 PM to 6 PM.
10 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: How Many Papers?
JEE Main 2026 examination will have two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2 in each session.
09 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: How Many Sessions?
JEE Main 2026 examination will be conducted in two sessions. Session 1 will be conducted in January and Session 2 will be conducted in April.
09 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Best Books for Chemistry Preparation
NCERT
Morrison and Boyd
OP Tandon
08 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Best Books for Mathematics Preparation
RD Sharma
Arihant
Cengage
08 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Best Books for Physics Preparation
HC Verma
DC Pandey
Resnick Halliday
07 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Syllabus for Physics
The syllabus for Physics includes Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Electrostatics, Oscillations and Waves, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Thermodynamics, Work Energy and Power, Kinetic Theory of Gases, Gravitation, Current Electricity, Laws of Motion, Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Electronic Devices, Physics and Measurement, Atoms and Nuclear Properties of Solids and Liquids, and Kinematics.
07 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Syllabus for Chemistry
The syllabus for Chemistry includes Equilibrium, Chemical Kinetics, P Block Elements, Organic Compounds with Oxygen, Classification of Elements and Periodicity, Coordination Compounds, Principles of Organic Chemistry, Organic Compounds with Halogen, Atomic Structure, Biomolecules, Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry, D and F Block Elements, Chemistry in Everyday Life, Purification of Organic Compounds, Thermodynamics in Chemistry, Organic Compounds with Nitrogen and Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry.
06 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Syllabus for Mathematics
The syllabus for Mathematics includes Trigonometry, Statistics and Probability, Vector Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Matrices and Determinants, Permutation and Combination, Differential Equations, Binomial Theorem, Limit Continuity and Differentiability, Integral Calculus, Sets, Relations and Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Sequence and Series, Three-Dimensional Geometry.
06 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Total Number of Exam Cities
The total number of JEE Main 2026 exam cities are 290 in India, and there are 20 centres abroad.
05 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Important Points
Candidates should review key points about the JEE Main 2026 application form and correction window to avoid mistakes. Important points include:
- Providing incorrect information can lead to application rejection.
 - A correction window is available for a limited time, with separate windows for each phase.
 - Only specific fields can be corrected, such as name, course, and category, with restrictions.
 - Some corrections may require additional fees.
 
05 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Helpline Details
National Testing Agency
Block C-20 1A/8 ,Sector- 62
IITK Outreach Centre, Gautam Buddh Nagar
Noida-201309, Uttar Pradesh (India)
Contact No: 0120 -6895200
04 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Fee Payment Issue
If you encounter issues with online payment, such as a pending transaction or unauthorized deduction, the NTA helpdesk is available to assist with JEE Main 2026 application form-related problems.
04 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Mistakes to Avoid During Form Fill Up
Here are the mistakes to avoid during JEE 2026 registration:
- Overlooking eligibility requirements
 - Wrong exam city or centre selection
 - Entering incorrect personal information
 - Incorrect document upload
 - Incorrect category selection
 - Unfamiliarity with the syllabus and exam pattern
 - Not making exam fee payment
 
03 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Colleges Accepting JEE Main Marks
All NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and many other private/state government institutes will accept JEE Main 2026 marks.
03 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: JEE Main Exam Marking Scheme
Candidates will get 4 marks for every right answer. One mark will be deducted for wrong answers. No marks will be deducted for unattended questions.
02 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026 Form Correction Editable Fields for Non-Aadhaar Verified Candidates
The JEE Main Registration 2026 Form Correction editable fields for Non-Aadhar Verified candidates are as follows:
- Candidate’s Name/Father’s Name/Mother’s Name
 - Date of Birth
 - Gender
 - Upload/Re-Upload Category Certificates
 - Upload/Re-Upload Sub-Category/PwD Certificates
 - City Preference
 - Exam Medium
 - Class 10 Qualification Details
 - Class 12 Qualification Details
 - Course Addition
 
02 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration Form Correction Non-Editable Fields for Aadhar-Verified Candidates
The JEE Main Registration 2026 Form Correction non-editable fields for Aadhar-Verified candidates are as follows:
- Candidate’s Name
 - Date of Birth
 - Gender
 
01 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026 Form Correction Editable Fields for Aadhar-Verified Candidates
The JEE Main Registration 2026 Form Correction editable fields for Aadhar-Verified candidates are as follows:
- Father’s Name/Mother’s Name
 - Upload/Re-Upload Category Certificates
 - Upload/Re-Upload Sub-Category/PwD Certificates
 - City Preference
 - Exam Medium
 - Class 10 Qualification Details
 - Class 12 Qualification Details
 - Course Addition
 
01 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Past Year’s Number of Registered Applicants
The total number of registered applicants for the past three years are as follows:
- 2023: 17.9 lakh
 - 2024: 17.5 lakh
 - 2025: 13.8 lakh
 
12 40 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Technical Issue
If candidates encounter technical issues during JEE Main Registration 2026, then they should wait and try again later. Technical issues are likely if the website has huge traffic at the same time.
12 10 AM IST - 10 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Do I need to add all details asked in the registration form?
Yes, it is important to add all details asked in the registration form to be considered for the following processes.
11 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Registration Demo Link Not Working
Candidates cannot open the registration demo link as it has been deactivated by NTA. The link is showing server error.
11 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: List of Qualifying Exams
The list of qualifying exams are as follows:
- Class 12 final exam from a recognized central or state board (e.g., CBSE, CISCE)
 - Intermediate or 2-year Pre-University exam from a recognized board/university
 - Senior Secondary exam from NIOS with 5 subjects
 - Public school/board/university exam in India or abroad recognized as equivalent to 10+2 by AIU
 - HSC vocational exam or 3-year diploma recognized by AICTE/state board
 - GCE (A) level, Cambridge High School certificate, or International Baccalaureate Diploma
 - Equivalent exams from outside India require AIU certification or proof of passing a public exam.
 
10 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Government Considers Reviewing JEE and NEET Exam Difficulty Levels
The Indian government is planning to review the difficulty levels of JEE and NEET 2026 to align them with the Class 12 curriculum. This move aims to reduce students' reliance on private coaching and promote a more balanced education system. A nine-member expert panel, formed by the Ministry of Education in June, will analyze the issue and provide recommendations. Led by Higher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi, the panel will assess the impact of coaching dependence, the effectiveness of entrance exams, and the rise of "dummy schools". The review seeks to address concerns about student stress, unfair practices, and the need for a more inclusive education system
10 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Is Aadhaar card mandatory for registration?
No, an Aadhaar card is not mandatory for JEE Main 2026 Registration.
09 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Can I edit registration form after submission?
Yes, you can edit the registration form after submission. However, you can do this only when the form correction facility is activated.
09 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Exam Preparation Tips
Here are the JEE Main 2026 exam preparation tips:
- Understand the JEE Main paper pattern to prepare accordingly.
 - Study topics based on their weightage, starting with the highest.
 - Collect the best books for JEE Main preparation to cover all topics.
 - Create a week-wise study plan and adhere to it strictly.
 - Avoid distractions and stay focused.
 - Revise every topic once a week to retain information.
 - Evaluate your preparation with mock tests and previous year's question papers, and work on your weaknesses.
 - Stay positive and motivated to finish the syllabus.
 
08 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: How to Reset Login Password?
To reset your password, you can:
- Answer your security question correctly.
 - Enter the verification code sent to your registered mobile number.
 - Click on the password reset link sent to your registered email address.
 
08 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Instructions for Aspirants
The NTA advises applicants to update their UDID, Aadhaar, and category certificates before registering for the examination to ensure a smooth process.
07 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Total Number of Applicants
Typically, around 14 to 15 lakh candidates apply for the JEE Main examination, with approximately 4 lakh candidates appearing for the test.
07 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Is login activated?
The JEE Main 2026 login is not yet activated. NTA will make an announcement once it is live.
06 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Previous Year’s Cutoff
The 2025 cutoff marks were as follows: 93.1023262 for the General category, 80.3830119 for the General EWS category, 79.4313582 for the OBC NCL category, 61.1526933 for the SC category, 47.9026465 for the ST category, and 0.0079349 for the PwD category under the UR quota.
06 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Number of Attempts
Candidates can attempt JEE Main a maximum of 6 times, with eligibility to appear twice a year for 3 consecutive years after passing their qualifying exam.
05 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Session 1 Exam Pattern
The JEE Main 2026 examination will be held online and will consist of three sections, each corresponding to Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Candidates will have three hours to complete the paper, while PWD candidates will be given an extra hour, totaling four hours. The question paper will include multiple-choice questions with four options and one correct answer, as well as numerical value questions. Section A will have 20 MCQs from each subject, totaling 60 questions. Section B will consist of numerical value questions, with 5 questions from each subject. The total number of questions will be 75, and the paper will be worth 300 marks, with each question carrying 4 marks.
05 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
Category-Wise JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee
The registration fee for JEE Main 2026 is as follows: General category boys will have to pay Rs. 1000, while General category girls will have to pay Rs. 800. For General EWS and OBC NCL category, boys will have to pay Rs. 900 and girls will have to pay Rs. 800. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwD, and PwBD categories, regardless of gender, will have to pay Rs. 500, and third-gender candidates will also have to pay Rs. 500.
04 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Guidelines for Document Upload
The guidelines for JEE Main 2026 document upload are as follows:
- The photograph should be uploaded in JPEG or JPG format with dimensions of 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm and a file size between 10 KB to 200 KB.
 - The signature should be uploaded in JPEG or JPG format with dimensions of 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm and a file size between 4 KB to 30 KB.
 - Class 10 or Class 12 certificate, birth certificate, or PwD/PwBD category certificate should be uploaded in PDF format with a file size between 50 KB to 300 KB.
 
04 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Exam Duration
The exam duration for Paper 1 and Paper 2 is 3 hours. However, if any candidate chooses to attempt JEE Main Paper 2 A and B together, they will be given 3 hours and 30 minutes.
03 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Age Limit
There is no age limit to appear for the JEE Main 2026 examination. However, candidates can attempt JEE Main six times in three years from passing their qualifying examination.
03 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Documents Required
The documents required for JEE Main Registration 2026 are as follows:
- Class 10 mark sheet or provisional certificate
 - Class 12 mark sheet or provisional certificate
 - Aadhaar card for identification
 - Recent passport-sized photograph of the candidate
 - Digital signature of the candidate
 - Category certificate (if applicable for reserved categories)
 - Disability certificate for Persons with Disabilities (if applicable)
 - Payment details for registration fee, including UPI, debit card, credit card, or net banking information.
 
02 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Exam Language vs Exam Centre
The JEE Main 2026 examination will be conducted in 13 languages. At all examination centers, the question paper will be available in English. Additionally, in various regions, the question paper will be available in the following languages: Hindi and Urdu across India, Assamese in Assam, Bengali in West Bengal, Tripura, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Gujarati in Gujarat, Daman, Dadar, and Nagar Haveli, Kannada in Karnataka, Malayalam in Kerala and Lakshadweep, Marathi in Maharashtra, Odia in Odisha, Punjabi in specific centers including Gurugram, Chandigarh, and others, Tamil in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Telugu in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
02 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria is as follows:
- Citizenship of India is required for eligibility.
 - Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), foreign nationals, and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) are also eligible to apply.
 - Candidates must have completed or be appearing for their 12th standard examination.
 - There is no age restriction for appearing in the JEE Main examination.
 - No specific percentage or marks are required in 12th standard to be eligible for JEE Main.
 - Candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years after passing their 12th standard.
 
01 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: How to Register?
Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to register for JEE Main 2026 examination:
- Go to NTA's official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.
 - Search for the JEE Main two zero two six application form link on the home page and then click on new candidate registration
 - Complete the basic registration required to generate the login details
 - Using the login details, login to the portal to access the form and then complete it
 - Upload the documents required for verification
 - Pay the registration fee
 - Submit the form and then download the confirmation slip for future access.
 
01 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Is it not possible to register offline?
No, candidates need to register online only. There is no provision to register offline.
12 40 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main 2026 Registration: Credentials Required to Register
The credentials required to register for JEE Main 2026 exam are application number, password, and security pin displayed on the screen.
12 10 PM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: Official website
Once the registration portal is active, candidates will be able to access and fill up the registration form at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
11 40 AM IST - 09 Oct'25
JEE Main Registration 2026: When will it start?
NTA is likely to commence JEE Main Registration 2026 soon, with chances of it likely to begin by this week, based on the previous year's trend.
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