JEE Main 2026: Application Form, Important Dates, and Eligibility Criteria

JEE Main 2026 Registration: JEE Main 2026 Session 1 registration will start in November 2025. The online applications for the exam will be available on the JEE official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. The NTA has started a demo application link to familiarise the candidates with the registration process before the actual link opens. The candidates can visit the demo link at: demo.nta.nic.in. after 7th October 2025. The official registration will soon begin after the NTA notification on their official website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

The JEE Main application process consists of the following steps: registration, filling out the form, uploading documents, and fee payment. This article simplifies your JEE Main application process by providing comprehensive guidelines for the application procedure. 

JEE Main 2026: Important Dates

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JEE Main 2026 Eligibility

Before applying and preparing for the JEE Main exam, candidates must go through the eligibility criteria to find the application status:

1. Passing Year: The candidate who has passed class 12th in 2024, 2025 or is appearing for the board exam in 2026 is eligible to apply for the JEE Main 2026 exam.
2. Age: There is no age limit for the JEE Main application form.
3. Percentage: Any candidate can fill out the JEE Main 2026 application form, as the 75% rule does not apply to the JEE Main exam; it applies only to the JEE Advanced exam.
4. Subjects: The candidate must have passed the intermediate or 10+2 exam in the core subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for all programs (B.Tech., B.E., B.Planning, and B.Arch.)
5. Nationality: The JEE applications are open to all Indian citizens, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs, or foreign nationals. 

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Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Application

The list of documents required for the JEE Main 2026 application is as follows:

1. Class 10th Marksheet (for date of birth and eligibility proof)
2. Class 12th Marksheet (for eligibility and qualifying exam details)
3. Category Certificate (if applicable, SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD)
4. PwD Certificate (if applicable)
5. AADHAR Card (for verification purposes)
6. Passport-sized Photograph ( as per the details mentioned in the official website)
7. Scanned copy of signature
8. Email ID and Mobile Number for communication
9. UDID card (for PwD candidates)

It is important to submit a scanned copy of the document as per their category. The general category candidates can skip some of the documents that do not apply to their category. The candidate must keep their AADHAR card ready for verification to avoid last-minute hassle.

When to Apply for the JEE Main 2026 Exam?

The JEE Main exam 2026 will be conducted in two sessions, in January and April. The details of the application form for both sessions are as follows:

How to Apply for the JEE Main 2026 Exam?

The step-by-step application process for the JEE Main 2026 exam is as follows:

1. Visit the official website of NTA at: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2. Click on the “New Registration” and fill out the details, such as 

• Candidate’s Name
• Date of Birth
• Mobile Numbers
• Email ID
• Security pin          

Set a security pin and password, and note down the application number generated for future reference.

1. Fill out the JEE Main application form with all the correct information as per your knowledge. Choose the exam city, the session applying for, and the language carefully.
2. Upload a scanned copy of the documents required as per your category:

• Passport-size photograph (10kb- 200kb)
• Signature (4 kb- 30 kb)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

1. Pay the application fees based on your category and gender. The details of the application fee are given in the section below.
2. Review and submit the application. Print the confirmation page for future reference.

JEE Main 2026 Application Fees

Important Instructions while Filling Out the JEE Main 2026 Application Form

The candidate must read the instructions carefully before filling up the JEE Main 2026 Application Form. Some of the instructions are as follows:

1. Please do not upload blurry or dark photographs, as it can lead to rejection of your application.
2. Remember to save the file as ‘Photograph’ in JPG/JPEG format.
3. Similarly, label the signature file ‘Signature’ and save it in JPG/JPEG format.
4. Applicants must save a scanned copy of their Class X or similar certificate/marksheet as ‘Class-X Certificate’ in a PDF file sized between 10 and 300 kb.
5. The scanned copy of the PwD/PwBD certificate should be titled ‘Disability Certificate’ and should be a PDF file between 10 and 300 KB.
6. A rectification facility for some sections is not available in the application correction window; therefore, you must fill out the form carefully.
7. Uploading incorrect documents may result in UFM sanctions.
8. To avoid upload issues, make sure your browser is up to date and your internet connection is uninterrupted.

The JEE Main 2026 application process will start in November 2025. The candidates are required to fill out the form and keep all the documents ready to avoid any kind of inconvenience. JEE Main is one of the toughest entrance exams; smart preparation and strategy are required to ace the exam with good marks. At IIB Career Institute, we prepare 11th, 12th and repeaters for the JEE Main and Advanced exams and help them accomplish their dream under the guidance of our experienced team.