JEE Main 2026: Exam Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Application Process & Preparation Guide

JEE Main 2026: Exam Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Application Process & Preparation Guide

JEE Main 2026 is expected to be conducted in two sessions: January (Session 1) and April (Session 2). The official notification is likely to be released in November 2025, with registrations opening the same month for Session 1 and in February 2026 for Session 2

Eligibility Highlights

• No age limit: Candidates of any age can apply, provided they meet the academic year requirement (Class 12 passed in 2024/ 2025 or appearing in 2026).
• Must have studied Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry (or Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational) in Class 12 (for B.Tech), and Mathematics is mandat.ory for B.Arch and B.Planning.
• Attempts allowed: Maximum of six attempts over three consecutive years starting from the year of passing Class 12.
• 75% board marks requirement applies only at time of admission in NITs/IIITs/GFTIs, not for appearing in the exam.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus

JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) includes 75 questions - 25 each in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics. Each correct answer carries +4, with -1 for wrong answers; unattempted questions carry no penalty.

The syllabus is based on NCERT Class 11 and 12, and expected to remain unchanged from 2024 onwards.

Timeline (Tentative)

Preparation Tips

• Cover NCERT textbooks thoroughly for both classes 11 and 12.
• Practice previous years’ papers and mock tests, especially under timed exam conditions.
• Focus on high‑weightage topics - e.g., Algebra, Geometry, Optics, Electrostatics, and Organic Chemistry.
• Attempt both sessions and aim to maximize your best score.

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