JEE Main 2026 Name and Photo Authentication Using Aadhaar Card: Problems and Solutions
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
Exam On - 21 Jan '26 - 29 Jan '26
Having trouble applying for JEE Main 2026 due to Adhaar verification and live photo mismatch? Here is a detailed article for you to understand what to do in case you are in trouble with the Aadhaar card and NTA JEE Mains registration.
JEE Main 2026 Name and Photo Authentication Using Aadhaar Card: Problems and Solutions
JEE Main 2026 Aadhar verification and updation for name and photo are very important. JEE Main session 2 application forms will be available in the last week of January 2026. During the application process, many candidates may face issues while getting their details authenticated during the Aadhaar card verification. For this, many candidates are worried about how to proceed if their name and photo in JEE Main form are not Aadhaar card verified.
NTA will verify the details submitted by you for analysis. If any details on the Aadhaar card mismatch the details in the JEE Main application form, then there can be issues with form submission, and it can even lead to rejection. Therefore, in this article, we will address all issues related to Aadhaar authentication during JEE Main 2026 registration and explain what to do and what not to do.
- JEE Main 2026 Name Mismatch in Aadhaar and Class 10 Certificate
- JEE Main 2026 Mismatch in Live Photo, Uploaded Photo and Aadhaar Card Photo
- How to Update Name and Photo on Aadhaar Card?
JEE Main 2026 Name Mismatch in Aadhaar and Class 10 Certificate
Issue: My name on the Aadhaar card and class 10 certificate do not match. Will this create an issue in JEE Main registration?
This may create an issue. NTA has clearly mentioned that they will verify the name and photo of the candidates from Aadhaar.
Solution: There are two ways to solve this issue:
- Candidates should get their names on the Class 10 certificate updated as per Aadhaar.
- Or they can update their name in the Aadhaar card, so that there is no mismatch.
JEE Main 2026 Mismatch in Live Photo, Uploaded Photo and Aadhaar Card Photo
Another major issue that the candidates are facing is a mismatch between the live photo and the uploaded photo. If the live photo captured by you does not match the photo you upload, then you cannot proceed to the next step of the application process.
Also, candidates have to make sure that their photo on the Aadhaar card matches the photo they have uploaded. As NTA will verify the photo of the candidates on the application form with that in the Aadhaar card.
Solution: There is only one way to solve this issue:
- Get the photo on your Aadhaar card updated as soon as possible. If the photo in your Aadhaar card is very old or you have gone through a major change in your appearance (haircut, hair colour, surgery, etc.), make sure the photo in the Aadhaar card is accordingly updated.
How to Update Name and Photo on Aadhaar Card?
To update the name and photo on the Aadhaar card, candidates have to visit an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Unfortunately, these two details cannot be changed online.
- Visit the Aadhaar Enrolment Centre or Aadhaar Seva Kendra.
- Fill the Aadhaar enrollment form.
- Submit the documents needed to change the details.
- Pay the fee and get the details updated.
- Using the enrolment number printed on the acknowledgement form given to you by the centre, you will be able to track the changes to your Aadhaar card.
| How long does it take to update Aadhaar details? |
| As per the official Aadhaar website (uidai.gov.in), it takes around 30 to 90 days, depending on the type of update and verification process. However, most people usually get their Aadhaar updated within 30 days of applying. Therefore, JEE Main 2026 candidates who have yet not updated their Aadhaar card must do so as soon as possible so that they can get their Aadhaar verified before the registrations end on November 27. |
Read More:
No, candidates must carry their JEE Main admit card downloaded from the official website to appear in the exam. Candidates will not be allowed to appear in the exam if they do not have JEE Main 2026 admit card. JEE Main exam city intimation slip is not accepted for entry to the exam centre or appearing in the exam.
To download the JEE Main admit card, candidates need their:
- JEE Main application number
- Date of birth/password.
Candidates will not be allowed entry inside JEE Main exam centre without the printout of JEE Mains admit card downloaded from the website. It is mandatory to downlaod the JEE Main admit card, take its printout and carry it to the exam centre.
NTA will release the JEE Mains admit card 2026 a few days before the exam date. The link to download JEE Mains 2026 admit card session 2 will be available on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates will require their application number and password to download the admit card.
After you doenload the JEE Mains admit card, you have to:
- Paste a photo (same as the one uploaded in the online form before reaching the exam centre).
- Do signature (on the exam day, in presence of invigilator)
- Put left hand thumb impression (before reaching the exam centre)
Explore more B.Tech exams with upcoming dates
14 Oct '25 - 15 Jan '26
29 Oct '25 - 15 Jan '26
29 Jan '26
21 Jan '26 - 30 Jan '26
30 Jan '26
12 Jan '26
13 Oct '25 - 15 Jan '26
7 Jan '26 - 16 Jan '26
5 Jan '26 - 31 Jan '26
Explore colleges based on JEE Main
Want better recommendations?
There is a 90% more chance of getting best college recommendations by sharing preferences.
- Chat with our counselor
- Get your personalised list of colleges & exams matching your preferences
Currently - Assistant Manager, Content
Role - News and Feature Writer, Content Editor
Expertise - Engineering Education and Counselling
Mamona Majumder specialises in news and feature writing, and content editing. W
Read Full BioNews & Updates
Explore Other Exams
6 Apr '26 - 2 May '26 | JEE Advanced 2026 registration... |
Apr '26 | JEE Advanced 2026 practice tes... |
15 Dec '25 - 16 Mar '26 | BITSAT 2026 Application Form S... |
18 Mar '26 - 20 Mar '26 | BITSAT 2026 Form Correction Se... |
3 Nov '25 - 16 Apr '26 | SRMJEEE 2026 Registration (Pha... |
3 Nov '25 - 4 Jun '26 | SRMJEEE 2026 Registration (Pha... |
Feb '26 | COMEDK Application Form 2026 |
9 May '26 | COMEDK Exam Date 2026 |
Jan '26 | WBJEE 2026 application form |
Feb '26 | WBJEE 2026 application form co... |
24 Oct '25 - 31 Mar '26 | VITEEE 2026 application form |
Apr '26 | VITEEE 2026 Mock Test Release ... |
10 Jan '26 - 12 Feb '26 | MHT CET 2026 Application Form ... |
Apr '26 | MHT CET 2026 Admit Card |
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 14 hours ago
Yes, you can join the UnitedWorld Institute Of Technology BTech course without JEE Main scores. The institute accepts both JEE Mains and GUJCET scores for admission to the BTech course. You however, must submit either of the ones.
B
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
No, JEE Main is not mandatory for UPES Dehradun BTech admission. While the university accepts the scores of the exam, it is not the only accepted exam. Students can also submit scores of UPESEAT/ SAT India/ CUET exams for BTech admission.
A
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
The Shivaji University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BE/BTech course via the JEE Main entrance exam. The cutoff was released in ranks for all categories under the All India quota.
In the case of General AI category, the cutoff ranged from 17423 to 659665, wherein Walchand Col
N
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
The Bundelkhand University JEE Main cutoff 2024 was out for all categories of students who belonged to the Home State quota. For the OBC HS category, the closing cutoff in the last round ranged from 273755 to 973020. Among all the BE/BTech specialisations, the hardest one for admission was B.Tech. i
N
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 days ago
The Bundelkhand University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the BE/BTech courses for all rounds and categories under the Home State quota. As per the last round closing ranks, the cutoff ranged from 216275 to 1281371, wherein B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering was the tou
N
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Even though the syllabus of the BCECE Mathematics is same as that of JEE Main, the difficulty level is not the same. JEE Main exam is much tougher than the BCECE exam.
V
Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
Jiwaji University BE cutoff 2025 was released for all rounds for admission to the BE programmes on the basis of the JEE Main cutoff ranks. According to the Jiwaji University JEE Main Cutoff 2025, the cutoff range in the last round was between 158341 and 337310. The hardest and the easiest course for
N
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Amity University, Lucknow accepts JEE Main scores for admission to BTech programme. However, it is not compuslory. Aspirants can also get admission in BTech based on AMCAT or any other national or state-level Engineering entrance exam scores.
N
Guide-Level 15
Answered a week ago
DBRAU JEE Main cutoff 2025 was released for admission to the BE courses. Yes, students can get admission to the DBRAU BE courses according to the JEE Main cutoff 2024 with a rank of 30000. The cutoff ranged from 327178 to 1341021 in the first and last round closing ranks. The hardest and the easiest
N
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
The DBRAU JEE Main Cutoff 2024 was published for admission to various BE/BTech course specialisations for different categories under the Home State quota. The cutoff for the General HS category ranged from 520157 to 1341021, wherein B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering was the toughest course fo
N
Contributor-Level 10
No, JEE Main admit card and exam city slip are not same. Exam city intimation slip gives details about exam city and date of exam of candidates. It is released before the release of admit cards.
JEE Main admit card is the hall ticket, which allows entry to thee exam hall for appearing in the exam. Candidates are allowed to appear in the exam only with JEE Mains admit card and not exam city slip.