JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 2 (OUT): Check April Dates for Paper 1 & 2
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2027 ( JEE Main )
JEE Main 2027 Exam Date Session 1
22 Jan '27 - 24 Jan '27
The exact JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam dates have been announced. Candidates will be informed of their exam shift timings via the admit card. Check the complete details on the JEE Main 2026 exam date for session 2 below.
NTA JEE Mains Session 2 Exam Date
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Date: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam dates. The exam was held from April 2 to 8. NTA has allotted the exam date to all the registered candidates via the JEE Main city intimation slip 2026. The city slip informs the candidates of their JEE Mains session 2 exam date; however, the shift (Morning or Afternoon) will be allotted via the JEE Mains session 2 hall ticket.
As soon as the JEE Main 2026 exam date is allotted to the candidates via the city slip, they should start planning their travel and accommodation in case the allotted city is very far.
- NTA JEE Mains Session 2 Exam Date
- How to Check JEE Main 2026 Exam Date for Session 2
- Can The Allotted JEE Mains Exam Date Be Changed?
NTA JEE Mains Session 2 Exam Date
Check below the important dates for JEE Mains April session:
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 | City intimation Release date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main session 2 exam date | Paper 1 - 2, 4, 5, 6 and 8 April 2026 Paper 2 - 7 April 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 April Session city slip date | 21 March 2026 - OUT |
How to Check JEE Main 2026 Exam Date for Session 2
Candidates can check the JEE Mains exam date 2026 at three different places. However, each of these is available in phases depending on the stage of the exam. These are-
- NTA Exam Schedule Notice: A separate official notice containing the exact JEE Mains 2026 exam date is published on the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- City Intimation Slip: It shows the allotted exam date and exam city. The JEE Main city intimation slip is released 10-12 days before the exam to provide students enough time to plan their travel for a smooth conduct of the exam.
- JEE Main Admit Card: Just 3-4 days before the exam, the authority will publish the JEE Mains 2026 admit card. The admit card is a mandatory document required to be carried to the exam hall while appearing for the test. This is the document which mentions the complete JEE Main exam centre address, exam date and the shift timings. Students will also be able to check their reporting time at the centre on the admit card itself.
Can The Allotted JEE Mains Exam Date Be Changed?
No, NTA does not entertain any request for a change in the JEE Mains exam date under any circumstances for any candidate.
NTA has clarified via the FAQs released by them that it will not change the JEE Main 2026 exam date in case of a clash with other state or national-level exams. Therefore, candidates should check the schedule of JEE Mains and other exams that they are planning to appear in this year.
Commonly asked questions
The JEE Main city intimation slip is an official document released by the NTA before the exam that informs candidates of the specific city where their exam centre is located. The city slip also contains the allotted exam date.
NTA will release the JEE Main 2027 Session 2 city intimation slip in March 2027.
Candidates need not have 75 percent marks in class 12 for appearing in JEE Main. As per the official brochure released by the NTA, there is no minimum percentage required for appearing in the JEE Main. The requirement of 75 percent marks need not be associated with appearing in the JEE Main exam.
It is to be understood that 75 percent marks is required for admission to institutes which include NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and IITs. Many institutes offer admission at 60% and even less, along with JEE Main. Candidates must clearly understand that the requirement of 75 percent marks in class 12 is only for taking admission in the institutes.
The JEE Main 2027 session 2 admit card will be available3 to 4 days before the respective exam date of the students.
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Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the JEE Main exam centre on their respective admit cards. Before the admit card is released, the exam city is allotted to the candidates via the city intimation slip.
A good score in JEE Mains 2026 is 180 to 210+ marks, which translates to a 99+ percentile.
NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2027 session 2 exam in April 2027.
The JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip link is made available on the official website only - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 5 days ago
According to the tentative schedule, JEE Main 2027 counselling registration is likely to commence in June 2027 after the conclusion of both exam sessions.
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The cutoff rank in Round 7 for BTech Computer Science & Engineering under General All India category is 53,013. It is the most competitive branch in the institute.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Yes, JEE Main is compulsory for admission in B.Tech course at SGSITS.
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Beginner-Level 5
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After qualifying JEE Main, students need to register themselves for MP BE Counselling, choose colleges/branches, attend rounds and verify documents to secure admission.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Getting into B.Tech CSE is straightforward. You need to have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a Technical Vocational subject. Marks from boards like CBSE, ISC, and PSEB are accepted. JEE Main scores are also recognised under the RBUEdge Schol
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Contributor-Level 6
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Yes, JEE Main scores are recognised under the RBUEdge Scholarship Program, so your entrance exam effort can also help reduce your fees. A higher score falls in a higher scholarship slab, with the top slab offering a 60% waiver on the course fee. This is a nice reward for the hard work that goes into
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Contributor-Level 6
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The JEE Main Round 7 cutoff 2026 for SGSITS Indore ranged from 53,013 to 90,468 for General All India candidates across BTech branches.
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Beginner-Level 5
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If a student has appeared for JEE Main, they can apply for B.Tech admission at Galgotias University through the university's admission process. JEE Main scores are considered for preference in the merit list, along with the eligibility requirements of the chosen B.Tech programme. After applying, the
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For B.Tech admissions, Galgotias University primarily considers eligibility based on Class 12 qualifications and its admission process. JEE Main scores may also be considered for admission, depending on the programme and admission criteria for that year. CUET acceptance can vary by course and admiss
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According to the MSU Baroda CSE Cutoff 2026 for the General AI category, the maximum rank accepted was 900019 in the last round (Round 3).
As seen from the table below, admission for the General and ST category was the toughest and the easiest for the CSE course. For more information, check the table
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