The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official notification for Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) Session I 2026. This national-level entrance examination is conducted for admission into B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning courses at NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions.
Candidates aspiring for admission to top engineering institutes can now check the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, and application process for JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
JEE Main Session I 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Main Session I 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Course Offered | B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning |
| Session | Session 1 (January 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Level | National Level |
| Category | Entrance Exam |
Important Dates (Expected)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 October 2025 |
| Application Start | 31 October 2025 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 27 November 2025 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 27 November 2025 |
| Correction Date | 01–02 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | 21–29 January 2026 |
| Exam City Date | 08 January 2026 |
| Admit Card | 17 January 2026 |
| Answer Key | 04 February 2026 |
| Result Declared Date | Available Soon |
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
✔ Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 (10+2)
✔ Physics & Mathematics compulsory subjects
✔ One of Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational Subject
Age Limit
✔ No specific age limit
✔ Candidates must satisfy institute-specific eligibility rules
JEE Main 2026 Application Fee (Expected)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1000 | ₹800 |
| OBC / EWS | ₹900 | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹500 |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 25 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 75 | 300 |
✔ Duration: 3 Hours
✔ 4 marks for correct answer
✔ -1 negative marking for wrong answer
Paper 2A (B.Arch)
Mathematics, Aptitude Test & Drawing
Paper 2B (B.Planning)
Mathematics, Aptitude & Planning-Based Questions
Why JEE Main 2026 is Important?
✔ Admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs
✔ Qualifying exam for JEE Advanced 2026
✔ Gateway to top engineering institutions in India
JEE Main 2026 Syllabus
The syllabus is based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT curriculum, including:
- Physics (Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Modern Physics, etc.)
- Chemistry (Physical, Organic, Inorganic)
- Mathematics (Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry)
How to Apply for JEE Main Session I 2026
Visit the official NTA website
Click on JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration
Complete registration process
Fill application form carefully
Upload photograph & signature
Pay application fee
Submit and download confirmation page
JEE Main 2026 Result & Scorecard
✔ Result will be declared online
✔ Candidates can download scorecard using application number
✔ Percentile score will be used for ranking
Documents Required
✔ Class 10 & 12 details
✔ Scanned Photo & Signature
✔ Valid Email ID & Mobile Number
✔ Category Certificate (if applicable)
Important Instructions
✔ Ensure correct details while filling form
✔ Keep login credentials safe
✔ Multiple sessions allowed (best score considered)
✔ Admit card mandatory for exam entry
Important Links
| Download Result | Click Here Link Activate Soon |
| Check Result Notice | Click Here Link Activate Soon |
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here Link Activate Soon |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Link-I | Link-II |
| Check Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Online Correction Link | Click Here |
| Check Correction Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Download Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| NTA Official Website | Click Here |