JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 1 (Closed): Last Date, Link, Fees, Documents Required at jeemain.nta.nic.in

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JEE Mains 2026 application form session 1 closed in November 27, 2025. The application form was available online on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Know details about how to fill JEE Main application form 2026. Also check JEE Main 2026 application fees, documents required to fill the form.

JEE Main 2026 session 1 registration closed on November 27, 2025. JEE Main 2026 application form was available on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Check JEE Main 2026 dates, application process, and more. 

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JEE Mains Registration 2026 Session 1: NTA has closed the JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 Registration. The last date to apply for JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 exam was November 27, 2025. The direct link to fill JEE Main Application Form 2026 Session 1 was available on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. JEE Main form correction 2026 will start on December 1, 2025. Candidates can use JEE Main correction window 2026 up to December 2 to make the required changes.

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The rgistration process of applying for JEE Main 2026 had changed this year. As per the new changes introduced, candidates now had to upload live captured photograph while filling the form using webcam of laptop/computer along with uploading the scanned photo. Also, the details filled by candidates will be verified using Aadhaar e-KYC system.

Q:   Can I fill JEE Main application form 2026 offline?
A:

No, JEE Main application form can only be filled online. The application form of JEE Main is released only in online mode on the website jeemain.nta.ac.in. There is no option of filling the application form in offline mode. Candidates who do not have a laptop/personal computer can visit the computer centre/common service centres to fill the application form. While filling the JEE Main 2026 application form, candidates will also have to upload scanned image of their photo and signature. Candidates belonging to reserved category (Gen-EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) also need to upload the category certificate.

Q:   What is JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 Registration date?
A:

NTA released JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Application form on October 31. JEE Mains 2026 registration last date session 1 was November 27, 2025. The link to apply for session 1 was available on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. 

Q:   When will JEE Main 2026 Registration start?
A:

JEE Main Registration 2026 session 1 is over. Session 2 registration will start in the last week of January 2026.

JEE Main application form filling process includes steps like registration, filling application form, uploading documents/ scanned photos & signature, and paying the registration fee. Candidates can check here for complete details about how to fill JEE Main 2026 application form and the schedule of all events related to the registration process. NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exam in two sessions in January and April. JEE Main 2026 exam date session 1 and 2 have been announced. 

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Table of contents
  • JEE Mains 2026 Registration Date
  • Documents Required for JEE Mains 2026 Registration
  • How to Fill JEE Main Application Form 2026
  • JEE Main 2026 Application Form and Registration Procedure
  • JEE Main Application Form Correction 2026
  • JEE Main 2026 Registration Form FAQs

JEE Mains 2026 Registration Date

The schedule of JEE Main 2026 has been released. Candidates can check here the schedule of the JEE Mains 2026 registration date for both sessions so as not to miss any event registration.

Events Session 1 Dates Session 2 Dates
Release of Application form

31-Oct-2025

January last week, 2026

Last date to fill the form

27-Nov-2025

February last week, 2026

JEE Main Correction Window 2026 Date December 1-2, 2025 March first week, 2026
Release of City Intimation Slip January 2nd week, 2026 March 3rd week, 2026
Release of admit card January 3rd week, 2026 March last week, 2026
JEE Main 2026 exam date January 21 to 30, 2026 April 2 to 9, 2026

Documents Required for JEE Mains 2026 Registration

NTA has mentioned the list of documents which are required during JEE Mains registration 2026. The complete list is provided here

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Scanned images of the passport-size colored photograph and signature

  • Class 10 certificate

  • PwD certificate if availing the disability reservation

  • Gen-EWS certificate (for EWS category candidates)

  • OBC-NCL/SC/ST category certificate (if applicable)
  • Internet banking or credit/debit card details for application fee payment

JEE Mains 2026 Exam Date JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
Most Important Topics for JEE Main 2026 JEE Main 2026 Syllabus with Weightage

How to Fill JEE Main Application Form 2026

Candidates can check here the detailed guide to fill the JEE Main 2026 application form. Candidates must fill out the application form correctly as NTA rejects incorrect or incomplete application forms. 

  • Open the official website- jeemain.nta.nic.in

  • Click on Fill JEE Main Application Form 2026

  • Click on New Candidate Registration

  • Complete JEE Main Registration

  • Fill Application Form

  • Upload documents

  • Pay JEE Mains registration fee

Q:   Do I need to fill up separate application forms for each session of JEE Main 2026?
A:

Yes, Candidates who wish to appear in both the sessions of JEE Main 2026 need to fill application form separately for all sessions. However, the JEE Main registration need to be done only once. Candidates who apply for the first session of JEE Mains 2026 can use their session 1 application number and password to login and apply for the second session. During the second session of application filling, candidates only need to enter details of paper for which appearing, exam centre preference and pay the application fees. Other details related to education, address, parents details documents uploaded are taken from the first session application process.

Candidates also have the option of filling the combined application form for both session 1 and 2 during session 2 application process.

Q:   I am not able to upload the live photo capture in JEE Main application form. What should I do?
A:

If candidates are facing issue in live photo capture, it can be due to mismatch from photo uploaded in Aadhar. For this, they need to visit the Aadhar update centre and get their current photo updated in the Aadhaar database.

The issue can also be due to any servor error/slow internet connectivity for which candidates can try uploading it after some time. Also, there can be a case of laptop/computer not supporting the webcame, for this, candidates can upload the photo using QR code provided in the application process.

Q:   Can I upload black & White photo in JEE Main application form?
A:

Yes, candidates can upload black & white photograph in JEE Mains application form. There is no restriction on the type of photograph. The conditions that candidates need to fulfill for uploading the photograph are

  • Photograph should be in JPEG/JPG format
  • Dimention has to be 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm
  • Size has to be 10 KB to 200 KB

Also, the photograph should be clear with white background. The candidates are allowed to have spectacles in the photograph but sunglasses and caps are not allowed. JEE Main application form 2024 will be released in December.

JEE Main 2026 Application Form and Registration Procedure

The process of applying to JEE Main 2026 is online consisting of several stages. Candidates need to complete each stage to be considered for the exam. Candidates can check here complete procedure to fill JEE Main 2026 application form

  1. JEE Main 2026 registration
  2. Filling application form
  3. Uploading scanned images of photo and signature
  4. Payment of application fee
  5. Take a printout of the JEE Main application form

After filling application form, candidates need to download and take its printout.

Stage 1: JEE Main 2026 Registration

This is the first stage in filling JEE Main application form. During JEE Main registration, candidates need to provide details about their name, email ID, and phone number. Candidates also need to create a log-in password of their choice which will be required for all future login. After the completion of the registration process, candidates will receive their JEE Main registration number in their email ID and mobile phone number.

Stage 2: Fill JEE Main 2026 Application Form & Upload Scanned Documents

After the completion of the registration process, candidates will need to fill in their details JEE Main application form. In this step, candidates will need to provide details about educational qualifications, parents' names, exam centre preferences, and other details.

Candidates will need to upload their scanned images of the passport size coloured photograph and signature. The dimension of scanned images has to be exactly as per the specifications specified by NTA.

Size of Images

Particulars Photograph Signature
File Size 10 KB to 200 KB 10 KB to 100 KB
Dimensions 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm 3.5 cm x 1.5 cm
Format JPEG/JPG JPEG/JPG

Stage 3: Payment of JEE Mains Registration Fees

Candidates need to pay the application fees online using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or Paytm Services. The fees applicable for payment will depend on the category and gender of candidates. This is the last step in filling JEE Main application form. After the successful payment of the fee, JEE Main Registration 2026 will be completed. Candidates need to take a printout of their filled application form and keep it safe till the completion of the admission process.

JEE Main Application Fee

For Centres in India For Centres Outside India
  • Male and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 1000
  • Female and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 800
  • SC/ST/Transgender Category Candidates- INR 500
  • Male and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 5000
  • Female and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 4000
  • SC/ST/Transgender Category Candidates- INR 2500

JEE Main Application Form Correction 2026

NTA will provide the JEE Main form correction facility from December 1 to 2, 2025. Candidates who want to make any changes in their filled application form will need to login on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in and modify the required details. It is however advised to candidates that they fill out the application form with utmost care. Also, in case a candidate fills out multiple application forms, the applications of all such candidates will be rejected.

JEE Main 2026 Registration Form FAQs

Q. When will JEE Main 2026 registration start?

A. NTA started the JEE Main 2026 registration session 1 on October 31. The session 1 application form was available up to November 27, 2025. JEE Main application form 2026 was available on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. 

Q. How to apply for JEE Main 2026?

A. JEE Main 2026 application form was available online. Candidates can apply for JEE Main 2026 by filling out the online application form at jeemain.nta.nic.in

Q. What is the last date to complete JEE Main registration 2026?

A. The last date to fill the JEE Main 2026 application form session 1 was November 27.

Q. Can I apply for JEE Mains 2026 in offline mode?

A. No, the application form of JEE Main was available only in online mode. Interested candidates can apply for JEE Main 2026 by filling out the online application form at jeemain.nta.nic.in. 

Q. What is the application fee of JEE Main 2026?

A. The application fee for JEE Main varies as per the category and gender of candidates. Students can check the fees here

  • Male and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 1000
  • Female and Unreserved/OBC Category Candidates- INR 800
  • SC/ST/Transgender Category Candidates- INR 500

Q. How can I pay the application fee of JEE Main 2026?

A. The application fee of JEE Main 2025 can be paid online using Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or Paytm Services.

Q. I entered the wrong details while filling out the application form, what should I do?

A. Candidates can use the form correction facility between December 1 to 2, 2025 to make changes in JEE Main 2026 application form. It is, however, advised that candidates fill in the details in the application form with utmost care.

Q. I am unable to upload my photo and signature in the application form, what should I do?

A. The problem in uploading photos or signatures is generally due to size and format of the images. Candidates need to upload the specifically as per the dimensions mentioned by the NTA. 

Q. Can I upload black & white photo or is it compulsory to upload only coloured photo?

A. As per the direction of NTA, candidates need to upload their recent passport size colour photo in the application form.

Q. Do I need to send the printout of JEE Main application form to NTA?

A. No, candidates need not send the printout of their application forms to NTA.

Q. When will NTA open JEE Main application form correction facility?

A. NTA will start JEE Main form correction facility on December 1, 2025. The last date to make the changes is December 2, 2025.

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