JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Live: How to fill form, link at jeemain.nta.nic.in, documents, and fee updates
JEE Main 2026 registration session 2 Live: NTA will start JEE Mains 2026 session 2 registration anytime soon. The official website to apply is jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates who want to apply can check the session 2 exam date, how to apply, form fill-up date, question paper answer key, and important information regarding JEE Main application form 2026. JEE Main session 2 exam will be held from April 2 to 9, 2026. Read below for more.
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 registration start date will be soon be announced by NTA. The official website to apply for JEE Main Jan 2026 session 2 exam is jeemain.nta.nic.in. Students who want to apply for JEE Mains April session must check their eligibility first and keep necessary documents and details ready. Session 1 applicants can also register for session 2.
NTA will hold JEE Mains session 2 exam from April 2 to 9 in two shifts. Students appearing for JEE Main April attempt, can use memory-based JEE Mains 2026 question papers for their preparation.
JEE Mains 2026 Registration Session 2: Dates
| Events |
Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration start date |
Last week of January 2026 |
| Registration last date |
Third week of February 2026 |
| Form correction window |
Last week of Jan 2026 |
| Exam dates |
April 2 to 9 |
What’s New in JEE Mains 2026 Application Process?
This year, NTA has made some changes in the JEE Main 2026 application form process-
Aadhar e-KYC
In this process, the basic details of candidates, such as date of birth, name, photo, and gender will be verified through e-KYC system of Aadhar database. Therefore, candidates are advised to keep all their details updated. Incase, there is any mismatch, they will be notified to update their details. For updation, candidates can visit their nearest Aadhar centre.
Live Photo Capture
A live photo of candidate will be captured using webcam of laptop or computer screen while filling JEE Main application form 2026. Incase, the live capture facility is not available in their system, then he/she can upload their live photo using QR code that will be available at the time of filling the application form. In addition, candidates will have to upload their scanned photo during registration.
Documents to keep ready before JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Start Date
Students applying for NTA JEE Main April 2026 session, must keep their ID proof and photograph ready. The following documents are required for JEE Main 2026 registration.
- Valid and active mobile number and email ID
- Class 10 marksheet or certificate
- Aadhar card
- Scanned photo and signature (according to NTA guidelines)
- OBC-NCL/EWS category certificate
- PwD/PwBD certificate
- Details of netbanking/credit or debit card.
How to fill JEE Main Application Form 2026?
Candidates have to fill the application form online only. Once the JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 registration link is activated, candidates can follow the steps mentioned below and apply accordingly -
- Visit the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the registration link available on the homepage or in this page.
- Fill in details and create password of your choice.
- Submit details. Once the registration is complete, candidates will receive an application number on their registered mobile number.
- Now login using the credentials and fill rest of the details, such as personal details, educational qualification, paper you want to apply, exam cities of your choice, and upload documents.
- Pay JEE Main application fee using any payment mode and submit form.
Once the application form is submitted, students can check their application status at JEE Main Login 2026. After the registration process, NTA will open the correction window in the last week of February. Candidates who want to make changes to their form can access JEE Mains 2026 correction window within the given deadline.
LIVE UPDATE
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Live: How to fill form, Link soon at jeemain.nta.nic.in
- 4:40 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 registration last date session 2 Live Updates
NTA will soon announce JEE Mains 2026 registration last date session 2. Registration link will be made available soon. Candidates will be able to check the last date to submit JEE Main session 2 application form here.
- 4:23 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Registration Link Live: How much is 120 marks in JEE Main percentile?
According to experts, 120 marks in JEE Main is most likely to fall around 97.6 to 98.3 percentile.
- 4:13 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
Can I fill Another Application Form In Case of Mistakes in the First Form
Candidates can fill only one application form. If any candidate fills multiple application forms, NTA can cancel the forms and his/her candidature will be rejected. It is thus strongly advised to fill only one JEE Main application form.
- 4:09 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Live: How to recover password?
Candidates can retrieve their JEE Mains password, following the steps below -
- Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and select registered candidate login
- Click on the Forgot Password link
- Fill your application number and date of birth.
- There will be three options available to reset password, which are
- Using security question and its answer candidates provided while filling the form
- Using a verification code sent on candidates registered mobile number
- Using a reset link sent via email to the registered email ID
- Select your preferred mode and proceed to reset password.
The official website of JEE Main is jeemain.nta.nic.in
- 4:02 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
Who can apply for JEE Main April 2026 Exam?
Candidates can check eligibility criteria for JEE Main 2026 registration session 2 below -
- Must have passed class 12 in 2024 or 2025 or must be appearing in 2026.
- There is no age-limit for JEE Main 2026 registration
- There is no minimum qualifying percentage to apply for JEE Mains 2026.
- For Paper 1 (BE/BTech), candidates must have Physics and Maths in Class 12 and any other subject from Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical vocational subject.
- For Paper 2A (BArch), candidates must have Physics, Chemistry, and Maths in Class 12.
- For Paper 2B (BPlan), candidates must have Maths in Class 12
- Credit/debit card of any nationalised bank
- Internet banking
- UPI
- Paytm
- 4:01 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
How to capture a live photograph for JEE Mains 2026 Registration?
To capture a live photograph in JEE Main 2026, candidates have to follow the process below -
- Candidates must switch on their camera or connect their webcam to the device used for filling JEE Main application form 2026.
- If the device does not support a webcam, then QR code on the right can be scanned by the candidate using a mobile or tablet.
NOTE: The background must light-coloured with proper lightning and 80% face visibility.
- 3:59 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Registration Date Live: How many students appeared in Jan 2026 session?
Based on the data released by NTA, a total of 10,36,211 students appeared for JEE Mains 2026 Jan 21, 22, 23, and 24 exam, so far.
Particulars
Candidate’s stats (till Jan 24)
Scheduled candidates
10,76,486 Candidates appeared
10,36,211 Attendance (%)
96.26%
Aadhar Verified Candidates
9,96,774 Aadhar Verification %
96.19%
PwD candidates
3453 - 3:55 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Registration Link Live Updates: Which was the toughest section in JEE Main Jan 2026 session?
As of now, JEE Main 2026 Jan 22 shift 2 and Jan 23 shift 2 was the toughest of all. Based on students and experts, candidates can check expected marks vs percentile of JEE Main 2026 for respective shifts below -
Jan 22 shift 1 and 2 expected marks vs percentile
Shift Marks Percentile Shift 1 243+ marks 99.9 Percentile 186+ marks 99 Percentile 129+ marks 95 Percentile 117+ marks 93.24 Percentile Shift 2 219+ marks 99.9 Percentile 153+ marks 99 Percentile 99+ marks 95 Percentile 88+ marks 93.24 Percentile JEE Mains 2026 Jan 23 shift 2 expected marks vs percentile
Shift Marks Percentile Shift 1 227+ marks 99.9 Percentile 166+ marks 99 Percentile 112+ marks 95 Percentile 101+ marks 93.24 Percentile Shift 2 224+ marks 99.9 Percentile 158+ marks 99 Percentile 101+ marks 95 Percentile 90+ marks 93.24 Percentile - 3:51 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 registration fees for candidates applying for two papers
Candidates who want to apply for two papers in JEE Main 2026 can check fee details below -
Papers Category Type of Candidate Centres in India Centres Outside India Paper 1 BE/BTech & Paper 2A BArch
(or)
Paper 1 BE/BTech & Paper 2B BPlan(or)
Paper 1 BE/BTech, Paper 2A BArch & Paper 2B BPlan(or) Paper 2A BArch & Paper 2B BPlan
General/Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL Male 2000 10000 Female 1600 8000 SC/ST/PwD/PwBD Male 1000 5000 Female 1000 5000 Third Gender 1000 5000 - 3:43 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
Has JEE Main admit card 2026 released for Jan 28 and 29 exam date?
Yes, NTA has issued JEE Main hall ticket 2026 for Jan 28 and 29 exam. Candidates attempting exam on these dates can download their admit card from JEE Main login 2026 using their application number and password. The login page can be checked below -
- 3:40 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Registration Session 2 Live: Medium of question paper
JEE Main 2026 exam will be held in 13 languages - English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Tamil, Punjabi, Telugu, and Urdu, allowing candidates to choose their choice of language at the time of filling JEE Mains application form 2026 for session 2.
- 3:35 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 exam date session 2 application form
JEE Mains session 2 application form will be OUT soon at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam will be held from April 2 to 9 in two shifts. The exam timings are -
- Morning shift - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Afternoon shift - 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- 3:33 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
How to apply for JEE Mains 2026 Session 2?
Candidates can check the steps below to apply for JEE Mains April session below -
- Go to official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on registration for JEE Main 2026 session 2
- Create a new account to register
- Login using the credentials created and fill out application form and upload necessary documents
- Capture live photo and other details
- Pay fees and verify
- Submit application form and download confirmation page for reference
- 3:32 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees for one paper?
Candidates who want to apply for one paper in the JEE Main 2026 exam, can check the registration fee details below for various categories -
Papers Category Type of Candidate Centres in India Centres Outside India Paper 1 BE/BTech (or) Paper 2A BArch (or) Paper 2B BPlanning General Male 1000 5000 Female 800 4000 Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL Male 900 4500 Female 800 400 SC/ST/PwD/PwBD Male 500 2500 Female 500 2500 Third Gender 500 3000 Accepted payment modes include: Credit card/Debit card/Netbanking etc.
- 3:28 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Start Date Live: Photo and Signature dimensions
It is mandatory to upload photo and signature as per the image specifications issued by the National Testing Agency. Incase, the image does not fulfill the required criteria, then there are high chances your form might get rejected. Thus, to upload the documents in right format, check the image specifications below -
Particulars
Dimension
Size
Photograph in JPEG/JPG format
3.5 cm x 4.5 cm
10 KB to 200 KB
Signature in JPEG/JPG format
3.5 cm x 1.5 cm
10 KB to 100 KB
Class 10 certificate in PDF format
50 KB to 300 KB
Identity proof (If not using Aadhaar or Digilocker as Identity type)
10 KB to 200 KB
UDID card or PwD/PwBD Certificate in PDF Format
50 KB to 300 KB
- 3:25 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Registration Session 2 Live Updates: Documents required
The following details and documents are required at the time of JEE Main registration 2026 -
- Valid ID
- Mobile number
- Class 10th marksheet/certificate
- Aadhar card details
- Scanned photo and signature as per specifications
- OBC-NCL or EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- 3:22 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Application Form Date Soon Live: Is 75% required for JEE Main
Candidates must note that 75% is not required to appear for JEE Mains. However, a qualifying exam score of 75% in class 12th will be required at the time of admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum qualifying mark required is 65% in the 12th class exam.
- 3:20 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Registration Link Soon Live: Can we use black and white for photo upload in application form?
Yes, students can upload black and white photo, as there is no restriction regarding the photo format. However, the image must be uploaded as per the specifications issued by NTA, which are as follows -
- 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
- 3:17 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
Subject combinations required in the qualifying exam for admission to BTech/BE and BArch/B.Planning courses in NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs
Candidates can find the subject combinations required for JEE Mains admission for BTech/B.E or BArch or B.Planning at NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs below -
Course
Required Criteria based on Class 12th / Equivalent qualifying Examination
B.E/B.TECH
Passed qualifying examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/ Technical Vocational subject.
B.ARCH.
Passed qualifying examination with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
B.PLANNING
Passed qualifying examination with Mathematics
- 3:15 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Live Updates: How many attempts for JEE Mains exam?
Candidates can attempt for JEE Main exam for three consecutive years from the year of passing the class 12 exam making JEE Main number of attempts six. The application form for JEE Main 2026 session 2 will begin shortly. The expected start date is January last week. Candidates willing to apply can find link here to apply. Ensure that you keep all details and documents ready beforehand.
- 3:12 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Exam Dates
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam will be conducted from April 2 to 9 in two shifts, as per the official notification. Candidates who want to apply must check their eligibility criteria and keep their documents updated. The application form link for JEE Main session 2 registration will be out soon.
- 3:11 PM IST• 26 Jan 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Registration Live Updates: When will NTA release application form for April attempt?
NTA is expected to start JEE Mains 2026 registration process for session 2 anytime soon. The expected date for application form release date is Jan last week. Candidates who want to apply for JEE Mains session 2 can get complete updates regarding the application process, eligibility, fee details, documents required to apply, and more. Stay tuned.
Candidates who mistakenly fill any details wrong can modify/correct the details during JEE Main application correction facility. NTA allows the candidate to make corrections after the last date of application process. To make corrections, candidates need to login on the JEE Main official website during the specified dates and modify the details. In case candidate has entered wrong category, he/she may need to apy the application fee as per the new category. Other details like photo, signature, exam centre preference, paper choice, address can also be changed during the correction window.
Candidates can pay JEE Main application fees using any one of the following method
Before paying the application fee, candidates should check whether there is requisite balance in the Bank Account / Wallet/Debit/credit card. In case any candidate faces difficulty in the payment of application fees, they can contact NTA helpline number.
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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.