JEE Main Exam Guide 2026
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📊 JEE Main Overview
| Particulars | JEE Main 2026 – Session 1 | JEE Main 2026 – Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Level of Exam | National | National |
| Frequency of Exam | Twice a year | Twice a year |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (Drawing part of B.Arch is Pen & Paper) | Computer-Based Test (Drawing part of B.Arch is Pen & Paper) |
| Online Application Start Date | October 31, 2025 | Reopened: 12th March 2026 |
| Online Application End Date | November 27, 2025 (until 11:50 PM) | Reopened: 13th March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Out on 17 January 2026 (for 21st - 24th January exam)Out on 25th January 2026 (for 29st - 28th January exam) | 29th March 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 21 January to 29 January 2026 | 1 April to 10 April 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Out | Pending |
| Papers | B.E/B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning | B.E/B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning |
| Duration | 3 hours (3.5 hours for B.Arch + B.Planning together) | 3 hours (3.5 hours for B.Arch + B.Planning together) |
| Total Marks | B.E/B.Tech – 300; B.Arch – 400; B.Planning – 400 | B.E/B.Tech – 300; B.Arch – 400; B.Planning – 400 |
| Total Questions | B.E/B.Tech – 75; B.Arch – 77; B.Planning – 100 | B.E/B.Tech – 75; B.Arch – 77; B.Planning – 100 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for each correct, -1 for each incorrect, No penalty for unattempted / Non-MCQ | +4 for each correct, -1 for each incorrect, No penalty for unattempted / Non-MCQ |
| Medium of Exam | English, Hindi, Urdu + Regional Languages | English, Hindi, Urdu + Regional Languages |
| Purpose | Admission to B.Tech/B.E/B.Arch/B.Planning + Qualifying for JEE Advanced | Admission to B.Tech/B.E/B.Arch/B.Planning + Qualifying for JEE Advanced |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.ac.in |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
| Events | JEE Main Exam Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Paper | Session 1 | Session 2 |
| Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) | 21-29 January 2026 | April 2026 |
| Paper 2A (B. Arch.) | 28-29 January 2026 | April 2026 |
| Paper 2B (B. Planning) | January 2026 | April 2026 |
📊 Jee main application fees
| Category | Fee (Exam in India) | Fee (Exam Outside India) | Payment Mode | Refund Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC (Non-Creamy) | ₹1000 (Male)₹800 (Female) | $50 USD | UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking | Not refundable |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 (Male/Female) | $50 USD | ||
| Third Gender | ₹500 | $50 USD |
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
- Age Limit
- No specific age limit. However, candidates must meet the age criteria of the institute they are applying to.
- Year of Passing
- Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2023, 2024, or are appearing in 2025 are eligible.
- Subjects Required
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are mandatory in Class 12.
- Number of Attempts
- Candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years.
- Exam Conducting Body
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025.
- Qualifying Examination Boards
- Must be recognized by the Central or State Government (CBSE, ICSE, State Boards, etc.).
📊 JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Paper 1 B.E/B.Tech. | Paper 2A B. Arch. | Paper 2B B.Planning |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Questions | 75 | 77 | 100 |
| Total Marks | 300 | 400 | 400 |
| Marking Scheme | Minus one mark (-1) for Incorrect answers | Minus one mark (-1) for Incorrect answers | Minus one mark (-1) for Incorrect answers |
| Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours | 3 hours |
📊 JEE Main 2026 Syllabus
| Subject | Units/Topics |
|---|---|
| Physics | Mechanics: Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation |
| Properties of Matter: Elasticity, Surface Tension, Viscosity | |
| Thermodynamics: First Law, Second Law, Heat Engines | |
| Electrostatics: Electric Charges, Field, Potential, Capacitance | |
| Current Electricity: Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Laws, Electric Circuits | |
| Magnetism: Magnetic Fields, Magnetic Forces, Earth’s Magnetism | |
| Electromagnetic Induction: Faraday’s Law, Eddy Currents | |
| Optics: Reflection, Refraction, Lenses, Optical Instruments | |
| Modern Physics: Photoelectric Effect, Atomic Structure, Nuclear Physics | |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry: Mole Concept, Atomic Structure, Thermodynamics, Kinetics, Surface Chemistry |
| Inorganic Chemistry: Periodicity, Chemical Bonding, p-, s-, d- and f-block elements | |
| Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons, Alcohols, Ethers, Carbonyl Compounds | |
| Environmental Chemistry: Green Chemistry, Pollution | |
| Mathematics | Algebra: Complex Numbers, Quadratic Equations, Matrices, Permutations, Combinations |
| Calculus: Limits, Differentiation, Integration, Applications of Derivatives and Integrals | |
| Coordinate Geometry: Straight Lines, Circles, Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola | |
| 3D Geometry: Vectors, Planes, Lines | |
| Trigonometry: Trigonometric Ratios, Identities, Heights and Distances | |
| Probability: Basic Probability, Permutations and Combinations |
📊 JEE Mains Important Links
| JEE Main Maths Formulas | JEE Main Physics Formulas |
|---|---|
| JEE Main Chemistry Formulas | JEE Mains Chemistry Most Important PYQs 2025 |
| JEE Mains Physics Most Important PYQs 2025 | |
| Download NTA Advisory for JEE (Main) - 2026 Aspirants |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.When is the JEE Main 2026 exam date?
Session 1 will be held from January 21 to 30, 2026 and Session 2 is scheduled for April 1 to 10, 2026.
Q2.How can I complete the JEE Main 2026 registration?
Candidates can do JEE Main registration online at the official NTA website. Fill in the details, upload documents, and pay the fee.
Q3.Who is eligible for JEE Main 2026?
Students who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are eligible. No age limit is set by NTA.
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