At a Glance
- Application Start Date
- 21 January 2026
- Application Last Date
- 2 March 2026
- Exam Date
- 2 April 2026
Quick Summary
NTA is set to release the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Admit Card at jeemain.nta.ac.in. Candidates can download their hall tickets 3 days before the exam using application number and DOB.
National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, responsible for conducting high-stakes entrance examinations for admission to higher educational institutions. Its official portal is jeemain.nta.ac.in.
JEE Main 2026 – Overview
Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 Session 2 admit cards are set to be released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the upcoming April session. The exam is scheduled between 02 April 2026 and 09 April 2026 at jeemain.nta.ac.in. Candidates who registered for B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch/B.Planning can download their hall tickets approximately 3 days before their specific exam date. Admission fee was ₹1,000 for General Male candidates; SC/ST/PwD and Female candidates received fee exemptions.
In JEE Main 2025, approximately 11.7 lakh candidates appeared for Session 2 — the 2026 drive marks a significant participation trend in India's premier engineering entrance exam.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Advt. No. / Notif. No. | NTA_JEE_MAIN_2026_01 |
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 |
| Session 2 Admit Card Date | 30 March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Exam Date (Session 2) | 02 April to 09 April 2026 |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.ac.in |
| Contact Number | 91 7703859909 / 91 8076535482 |
Source: Official JEE Main 2026 Notification, National Testing Agency (NTA). Official Portal
JEE Main 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 Exam Dates | 21 Jan – 29 Jan 2026 | Completed |
| Session 2 City Intimation Slip | Last Week of March 2026 | Released |
| Session 2 Admit Card Release | 30 March 2026 (Expected) | New |
| Session 2 Exam Dates | 02 April – 09 April 2026 | Upcoming |
| Release of Answer Key | Mid-April 2026 | TBA |
| JEE Main Session 2 Result | Last Week of April 2026 | TBA |
JEE Main 2026 – Vacancy & Seats (NITs/IIITs/GFTIs)
The Joint Entrance Examination is the gateway to thousands of seats across premier engineering institutes in India.
| Institute Type | Approximate Seats |
|---|---|
| National Institutes of Technology (NITs) | ~24,000+ |
| Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) | ~8,000+ |
| Govt. Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs) | ~7,000+ |
JEE Main 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Male) | Fee (Female) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Third Gender | ₹500 | |
JEE Main 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for JEE Main 2026
There is no age limit for candidates to appear in JEE Main 2026. Candidates who have passed the Class 12/equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026 irrespective of their age can appear in the exam.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational standards:
- Pass Class 12: Final examination of the 10+2 system or equivalent.
- Subject Requirement: Must have studied Physics, Mathematics, and one of (Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Technical Vocational Subject).
JEE Main 2026 – Exam Schedule & Timings
| Exam | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (B.Tech) | 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM |
| Paper 2 (B.Arch) | 09:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 03:00 PM – 06:30 PM |
How to Fill JEE Main 2026 Online Form – Step by Step
Follow these steps to access and download your JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and hall ticket:
- Visit Portal: Go to the official website at jeemain.nta.ac.in.
- Locate Link: Click on the 'Download Admit Card for Session 2' link on the homepage.
- Login: Select 'Through Application Number and Date of Birth' or 'Application Number and Password'.
- Submit Data: Enter your credentials and the displayed security captcha code.
- Verify: Review the details on the hall ticket and click 'Download'.
- Print: Save the PDF and take at least two color printouts for the exam day.
Application Closed | Admit Card Download: 3 Days Before Exam
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card – Addressing Error Corrections
If you find discrepancies in your name, category, or photo on the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card, contact the NTA Helpdesk immediately. Incorrect details may lead to disqualification at the exam center.
JEE Main 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and Numerical Value Questions. Paper 1 includes Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, while Paper 2 includes Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing/Planning tests.
JEE Main 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Link Description | Official URL |
|---|---|
| Download Session 2 Admit Card | Download Now |
| Download City Intimation Slip | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Portal Homepage | jeemain.nta.ac.in |