At a Glance
- Application Start Date
- 1 February 2026
- Application Last Date
- 25 February 2026
- Exam Date
- 2 April 2026
NTA JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam City details released on 22 March 2026. Admit Card will be available 3 days before the exam (02–09 April 2026) at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Overview
Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 Session 2 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to B.E. / B.Tech and B.Arch programmes at NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other participating institutions across India. NTA has released the Exam City Intimation Slip on 22 March 2026; the Admit Card will be available 3 days before the examination (approximately 30 March 2026) at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The Session 2 written examination is scheduled from 02 April to 09 April 2026. Candidates must carry a printed copy of their Admit Card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre on the day of the test.
In JEE Main 2025 Session 2 (April), over 9.5 lakh candidates registered — the 2026 cycle continues this trend with NTA retaining the two-session format that allows students to improve their best score for JEE Advanced eligibility.
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – At a Glance | |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Notification No. | JEE (Main) – 2026 Session II Official Notice |
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 Session 2 |
| Course(s) | B.E. / B.Tech (Paper 1) & B.Arch / B.Planning (Paper 2) |
| Application Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 February 2026 (upto 09:00 PM) |
| Re-Open Window | 12–13 March 2026 |
| Exam City Slip Released | 22 March 2026 Released |
| Admit Card | ~3 days before exam Upcoming |
| Exam Date (Session 2) | 02 April – 09 April 2026 |
| Answer Key | After Exam Upcoming |
| Result | To be notified |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Age Limit | No age limit (pass/appearing in 10+2 in 2024, 2025, or 2026) |
| Official Portal | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
Source: Official JEE Main 2026 Session II Notification, National Testing Agency (NTA), February 2026. Download Official Notice PDF
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form Open | 01 February 2026 | Done |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 February 2026 (09:00 PM) | Done |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 25 February 2026 | Done |
| Re-Open Online Form Window | 12–13 March 2026 | Done |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Released | 22 March 2026 | Released |
| JEE Main Session 2 Admit Card 2026 | ~3 Days Before Exam (approx. 30 March 2026) | Upcoming |
| JEE Main Session 2 Exam Date 2026 | 02 April – 09 April 2026 | Upcoming |
| Answer Key Release | After Exam | |
| Result Declaration | To be notified by NTA |
Source: Official JEE Main 2026 Session II Notification & Exam City Notice, NTA, March 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – How to Check Exam City Details
NTA released the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam City Intimation Slip on 22 March 2026. Candidates can log in using their Application Number and Date of Birth to view their allotted exam city. The Exam City Slip is NOT the Admit Card — candidates must wait for the official Admit Card (released ~3 days before the exam) to know their exact exam centre, shift, and reporting time.
- Visit the Exam City Portal: Go to the official Exam City login page at examinationservices.nic.in.
- Enter Your Credentials: Input your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Date of Birth in the fields provided.
- Submit and View: Click the login / submit button to view your allotted Exam City for Session 2.
- Note Down the City: Note your exam city carefully. You can plan your travel and accommodation in advance based on this information.
- Download / Print: Download or take a screenshot of the Exam City Intimation Slip for your reference. Await the official Admit Card for centre-specific details.
Exam City Released: 22 March 2026 | Exam Dates: 02–09 April 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card – How to Download
The JEE Main Session 2 2026 Admit Card has not been released yet. It will be available for download at jeemain.nta.nic.in approximately 3 days before the examination (expected around 30 March 2026). Candidates must keep their Application Number and Date of Birth ready to download the hall ticket.
- Open the Official Portal: Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and look for the "Download Admit Card – Session 2" link on the homepage.
- Log In with Application Details: Enter your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY) to access your account.
- Open the Admit Card: Click on the Admit Card download link. The hall ticket will open as a PDF in your browser.
- Verify All Details: Check your name, roll number, photograph, exam date, exam shift, reporting time, and exam centre address carefully.
- Report Errors Immediately: If you notice any discrepancy in name, category, or date of birth, contact NTA helpdesk at jeemain@nta.ac.in or 011-40759000 without delay.
- Print Multiple Copies: Print at least two copies of the Admit Card on A4-size paper. Carry one to the exam hall; keep the other safe at home.
Admit Card Expected: ~30 March 2026 | Exam: 02–09 April 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Exam Day Instructions & Documents Required
All candidates appearing in JEE Main 2026 Session 2 must carry the following documents to the examination centre. Entry will be denied to anyone without the mandatory Admit Card.
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card | Mandatory – printed on A4 paper |
| Aadhaar Card (Original) | Mandatory – must match application details |
| Passport-size Photographs | As specified (same as uploaded during application) |
| PwD Certificate | If applicable, original & self-attested copy |
| Scribe Letter | If applicable (for PwD candidates requiring a scribe) |
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Application Fee
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application fee varied based on paper selection and candidate category. Fee payment was accepted via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, and E-Challan.
| Category | Paper 1 Only (B.E./B.Tech) | Paper 1 & Paper 2 Both |
|---|---|---|
| General (Male) | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| EWS / OBC-NCL (Male) | ₹900 | ₹2,000 |
| General / OBC / EWS (Female) | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST (Male) | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST (Female) | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
Source: Official JEE Main 2026 Session II Notification, NTA, 01 February 2026.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following JEE Main 2026 Session 2 eligibility conditions before appearing in the examination. Producing incorrect eligibility documents at the time of admission — even after qualifying JEE Main — will result in cancellation of admission.
Age Limit for JEE Main 2026
There is no upper or lower age limit for JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Any candidate who has passed or is appearing in the Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent qualifying examination in 2024, 2025, or 2026 is eligible to apply.
Educational Qualification for JEE Main 2026
| Course | Qualifying Exam | Compulsory Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech (Paper 1) | 10+2 Intermediate or equivalent from any recognised board in India | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM stream) |
| B.Arch (Paper 2A) | 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory subject | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics + Drawing aptitude |
| B.Planning (Paper 2B) | 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory subject | Mathematics |
Source: JEE Main 2026 Information Brochure, NTA. Download Information Brochure PDF
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Exam Pattern & Syllabus
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) is a Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 90 questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics — 30 questions per subject. Each subject is divided into Section A (20 MCQs) and Section B (10 numerical-answer questions, of which candidates attempt any 5). The total marks are 300, with +4 for each correct answer and –1 for incorrect MCQ answers (no negative marking for numerical section).
| Subject | Section A (MCQ) | Section B (Numerical) | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 20 | 10 (attempt any 5) | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 10 (attempt any 5) | 25 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 10 (attempt any 5) | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 60 | 15 (of 30) | 75 | 300 |
For the complete chapter-wise JEE Main 2026 Syllabus covering all topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, refer to the official syllabus document.
Download JEE Main Syllabus 2026 PDF
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Document / Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Check JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Notice (PDF) | Click Here |
| Download JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card | jeemain.nta.nic.in (Active ~30 Mar) |
| Download Session 2 Official Notice (PDF) | Click Here |
| Download JEE Main 2026 Information Brochure (PDF) | Click Here |
| Download JEE Main 2026 Syllabus (PDF) | JEE Main Syllabus 2026 |
| JEE Main Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| NTA Official Website | nta.ac.in |
