JEE Main 2026: Exam Dates & City Slip OUT, Syllabus, Admit Card & Pattern,Eligibility ,Question Papers, Mock Test and Marks Vs Percentile

Latest Updates on JEE Main 2026

• The JEE Main 2026 Exam Date has been officially announced. 
• NTA has extended the last date to upload a JEE Main photo verification certificate to January 15, 2026.
• The JEE Main Exam for B.Tech (Paper 1) is on Jan 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28.
• The exam for B.Arch (Paper 2) is on Jan 29, 2026.
• The Admit Card is not out yet, but it will be released by 17th or 18th January, 2026. The JEE Main admit card 2026 will feature exam centre address, shift timing, and reporting time.
• The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam dates are fixed from April 2 to April 9, 2026.
• As per reports, JEE Main registration 2026 has hit a record number, with 14.5 lakh candidates applying for session 1.

👉 Check more latest updates on JEE Mains 2026

The National Testing Agency has been released the JEE Main 2026 session 1 city intimation slip. Students can now log in to the JEE Main official website to check their exam city and date. Students must note that this slip is not the Admit Card. The real Admit Card will be released by 17th or 18th January, 2026.

JEE Main 2026 is one of the top engineering entrance exams in India. NTA conducts this test two times in a year. The JEE Mains Session 1 exam date is at the doorstep now. It starts from January 21 and ends on January 29. Like every year this year the exam will be conducted in online mode. There are two shifts in the day, morning and evening. The JEE Main syllabus 2026 is the same as Class 11 and 12 NCERT books. You have to study Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. If the January exam is not good, you can also give the April exam a try.

Multiple Application Forms submitted by a candidate will not be accepted and will lead to the cancellation of his/her result. Under no circumstances, candidates be allowed to fill more than one Application Form.

There shall be no re-evaluation/re-checking of the result. No correspondence in this regard shall be entertained. Continue reading this article for the JEE Main 2026 latest updates, exam centers, preparation strategy, previous year papers, and many more. 

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates

The JEE Main Session 1 Exam will be conducted from January 21 to January 29, 2026, while Session 2 is scheduled from April 1 to April 10, 2026. The table below shows the detailed schedule for the JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates.

JEE Main 2026:  Session 1 (January)

Here are the dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (January).

JEE Main 2026: Session 2 (April)

Here are the dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (January).

Students must note that, along with the exam schedule the NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 syllabus and the exam pattern to help the students to navigate through the exams.

JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2026 Out

NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip to inform the candidates of their city of examination. The JEE Main City Intimation Slip also provides information about the date the candidate has to appear for the exam. Students must note that the city intimation slip contains only the name of the city, the actual exam centre and the shift will be released with the JEE Main 2026 admit card. 

👉 Students can check the JEE Main Advance City Intimation Slip by clicking here. 

How to Check NTA JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2026?

The following is the detailed process to check the JEE Main city intimation slip 2026:

• Visit the JEE Main official website @jeemain.nta.nic.in.
• Hover the cursor to the Advance City Intimation Link. 
• Login with your application number, passcode and the captcha. 
• Once logged in to the portal, your city intimation slip will be shown on the screen, save it for future reference. 

JEE Main 2026 Highlights

Below are the quick details of JEE Mains 2026 that are important for a student before going.

JEE Main 2026 Application Process

Applying for JEE Main 2026 is an online procedure conducted through the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must carefully complete each step to ensure their application is successfully submitted.

• Go to the Official Website
• Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and click on the registration link for JEE Main 2026.
• Complete Application Form
• Personal, academic, and contact information should be filled in correctly.
• Upload Documents
• Upload scanned photographs, signature, and the necessary certificates in the specified format.
• Submit an Application Fee
• Pay via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
• Download Confirmation Page
• Once the submission is successful, download and store the confirmation page and refer to it in the future.

JEE Main: Application Fees

NTA will release the updated JEE Main 2026 application fee structure. It varies by category and exam paper.

For Single Paper

Here are the fee details mentioned below for a single paper, considering various factors like category, gender, and country.

For Multiple Papers

Here are the fee details mentioned below for multiple papers, considering various factors like category, gender, and country.

JEE Main 2026 Admit Card

The JEE Main 2026 Admit Card is one of the most important documents for candidates appearing in the exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will publish the admit card on the official website. The candidates will be able to download their admit card 3 days prior to the actual date of the respective exam by logging in with their application number and date of birth/ and password. The admit card for session 1 (January 2026) is expected to be released by 17th January or 18th January.

Details Mentioned on Admit Card

The admit card contains essential information such as:

• Candidate’s name, photograph, and signature
• Application number and roll number
• Exam date, time, and shift
• Exam centre address and code
• Exam-day guidelines and instructions

Steps to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026

Know the process to download admit cards.

1. Go to the official NTA JEE Main web portal: jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Admit Card download link.
3. Log in using two things: Application Number and Password/date of birth.
4. Your Admit card will be displayed to you.
5. Download and get a clear DIY for it when in the institute.

JEE Main 2026: Reservation of Seats (As per Government of India Norms)

There are reservations for GEN–EWS (Economically Weaker Section), OBC–NCL (Non-Creamy Layer), SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability). Check the table for exact details.

JEE Main Eligibility Criteria

To appear in JEE Main 2026, candidates must fulfill certain academic and subject-related requirements set by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2026 is a three-paper exam aimed at different courses. Paper 1 is for students who intend to undertake B.E./B.Tech. course and the questions are based on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics - a total of 90 questions, of which 75 are to be answered.

In the case of architecture aspirants, Paper 2A (B.Arch) involves testing Mathematics, Aptitude, and Drawing skills, whereby the question paper will have 82 questions, 77 of which the candidate must attempt. The students to the courses in planning will meanwhile apply in Paper 2B (B.Planning), which will be in Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning-based questions, 105 questions of which 100 should be answered.

JEE Main 2026: Marking Scheme

Here is the marking scheme for correct, incorrect, and unanswered questions in the JEE Main exam. 

JEE Main 2026: Types of Questions

The following are the types of questions in the JEE Main 2026 question paper along with their descriptions. 

JEE Main 2026 Preparation Tips

JEE Main 2026 preparation needs a strategic approach, as well as hard work. As more and more lakhs of students apply each year and there are very few seats available in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, the correct preparation plan matters the most. Here are some important JEE Main 2026 preparation tips:

• Learn the exam pattern properly through the previous years’ question papers. 
• Consider online learning materials for JEE Main 2026. 
• Create a fixed study schedule or timetable.
• Revise regularly and focus more on the areas of improvement.  
• Start practicing previous years’ questions and mock tests as the exam draws closer. 

Exam Day Guidelines & Dress Code

• Admit Card & ID Proof: You must carry your JEE Main admit card and a government-issued photo ID, such as Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.
• Banned Gadgets: No calculators, mobile phones, smart watches, or other types of Bluetooth gadgets are allowed.
• Dress Code: Observe the dress code that has been given by NTA. Do not wear such accessories as jewelry, caps, or metallic objects.

Things to Avoid During an Exam

• Not Allowed: Take no calculators, notes, books or study material into the exam hall.
• Stress Management: Do not cram at the eleventh hour. Remain relaxed, hydrated, and be time-wise in the test.

JEE Main 2026 Result

The JEE Main 2026 Result will be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on its official website. The outcome of both sessions in January and April will be published independently. Candidates can retrieve their score cards using their application number and date of birth, or password.

JEE Main 2026 Result Dates

The following are the dates of result declaration of the JEE Main exam. 

How to Check the JEE Main 2026 Result?

To enable you to download the results, follow the following steps.

1. Visit the official JEE Main website. 
2. Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Result” link.
3. Enter your application number and date of birth and enter your password.
4. The result/ scorecard will be displayed on the screen.
5. Save a copy and make a printout to refer to in the future.

Details Mentioned in JEE Main Result

Here are the Details Mentioned in the JEE Main Result.

• Information Available on Scorecard
• Candidate’s Name & Roll Number
• Subject-wise NTA Scores
• Total NTA Score (Percentile)
• All India Rank (AIR)
• Category-wise Rank
• Qualifying Status for JEE Advanced

Following the declaration of results, JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) conducts the counselling process to get admission in various institutes in NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and also in some of the deemed universities. The entire counselling process is online, with candidates registering, inputting college/ courses of interest as well as taking part in several rounds of seat allotment.

Candidates during the counselling are required to:

• The online JoSAA portal registration.
• Select and keep locking the options of institutes and branches as per the option.
• Attend group seat allotment rounds that operate according to the JEE Main rank, category and vacancy.
• Report to the allocated institute and confirm by paying fee and verification of documents on admission confirmation.

The procedure is typically completed through 6-7 Counselling rounds (including special rounds for CSAB vacant seats.

JEE Main 2026 Answer Key

NTA releases provisional and final answer keys corresponding to each of the exam sessions after the exam. Students can also check their JEE Mains Paper PDF and JEE Mains question paper PDF download from the official site.

JEE Main syllabus includes topics from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of Classes 11 & 12. For B.Arch., there are also drawing and aptitude test sections.

Here are the JEE Main Previous Years’ Question Papers provided below from shift 1 and shift 2. Check the links below.

JEE Mains B.Arch Paper & Question Papers

The JEE Mains B.Arch paper (Paper 2A) is for students aiming for B.Arch admissions in NITs, SPAs, and top architecture colleges. Practicing the JEE Main B.Arch question paper is essential to understand the exam format, difficulty level, and improve time management.

Cutoffs are released separately for qualifying JEE Advanced and for college admissions in different categories.

JEE Main 2026: Medium of Question Paper

JEE Main 2026 question papers are available in multiple languages; students are free to choose the medium of paper as per their convenience.

JEE Main 2026: FAQs

Ques 1. When is the JEE exam date 2026?

Ans: The exam date for Session 1 will be 21 January 2026 – 30 January 2026 and for Session 02 April 2026 – 09 April 2026.

Ques 2. What is the JEE Mains session 2 result date?

Ans: The JEE Mains result session 2 will be announced in April/May 2026 on the official JEE Main website.

Ques 3. How to check the JEE paper 2 result?

Ans: Students can log in to the NTA portal and download their B Arch result or JEE Main paper 2 result separately.

Ques 4. Where can I download the JEE Mains question paper PDF?

Ans: Candidates can download JEE Mains question paper PDF, the JEE Main session 2 question paper, and even B .Arch question paper PDF from the official NTA website.

Ques 5: Are B.Arch previous year question papers available?

Ans: Yes, NTA provides B.Arch previous year question paper, JEE B.Arch paper, and B.Arch exam paper for practice.