What is the modes for payment of JEE Main 2026 application fee?

Candidates can pay JEE Main application fees using any one of the following method Credit/debit card of any nationalised bank Internet banking UPI Paytm 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.

What should I do if I am not able to pay the fee for the JEE Main 2026 application form?

Candidates can face difficulty in payment of application fees due to various reasons like Slower internet connection while paying fees Slow bank server Insufficient balance in bank In case any candiate faces issues while trying to pay JEE Main application fees, they should try paying the fees after some time. Candidates can also try logging out the application form process once and then try paying application fee again after logging in. If the situation still persists, students can contact NTA JEE Main helpline number.

Can I fill JEE Main application form 2026 offline?

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.

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

No, candidates are not required to send the prinout of JEE Main application form 2026 to the NTA office. Candidates have to fill and submit the application form online only. However, it is advised that candidates download, take a printout of their filled application form and keept it safe until the completion of admission process. JEE Main 2026 application form copy might be required at the time of counselling/admission process in the institute.

Is there any fee for making corrections in JEE Main Application form 2026?

No, candidates need not pay any fees for making corrections in JEE Main application form. However, if any candidate changes his/her category from SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD to underserved category, they need to pay the difference in application fees. For making any other changes, candidates don't have to pay any fees. JEE Main correction window will be active in December after the application process is closed.

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

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.

I have mistakenly filled the wrong category in my JEE Main application form. Will my form be rejected?

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.

I do not have Chemistry subject in my class 12. Can I still apply for JEE Main?

As per the JEE Main eligibility criteria, candidates must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and any one subject from the optional list of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Technical vocation course. If you have any of the sunject from optional list and both compulsory subjetc, you can apply for JEE Mains. For more details, candidates can visit the official JEE Main website.

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

No, candidates are not required to send the prinout of JEE Main application form 2026 to the NTA office. Candidates have to fill and submit the application form online only. However, it is advised that candidates download, take a printout of their filled application form and keept it safe until the completion of admission process. JEE Main 2026 application form copy might be required at the time of counselling/admission process in the institute.

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

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.

What is JEE Main class 12th percentage criteria?

No minimum percentage is required to appear in JEE Mains exam as per NTA. In some various institutes, there is a creiteria for class 12 minimum percentage for admission. For example, IITs and NITs need minimum 75% marks in class 12 for BTech courses.

What should I do if I am not able to pay the fee for the JEE Main 2026 application form?

Candidates can face difficulty in payment of application fees due to various reasons like Slower internet connection while paying fees Slow bank server Insufficient balance in bank In case any candiate faces issues while trying to pay JEE Main application fees, they should try paying the fees after some time. Candidates can also try logging out the application form process once and then try paying application fee again after logging in. If the situation still persists, students can contact NTA JEE Main helpline number.

What is JEE Main application form 2026 official website?

The JEE Main application form 2026 official website is jeemain.nta.nic.in. NTA has released the JEE Main 2026 application form in the official website. Candidates can fill the form from the website. Details regarding JEE Main application fee, documents required to fill the form, how to apply and other important details related to application process can be checked on this Shiksha page.

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

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.

Is 75 percent marks in class 12 required for JEE Mains?

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.

When will JEE Main 2026 Registration start?

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

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

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.

When will NTA start JEE Main application correction facility?

JEE Mains correction window 2026 has now been closed. The facility to make corrections is available online on the JEE Main website jeemain.nta.nic.in. During the correction window, candidates are allowed to change/modify details filled in their application form. Candidates must note that not all fields in the application form will be open for correction. Only certain information like category, address of correspodance/permanent address, exam city preference, paper choice, signature etc. can be modified. Candidates might also be required to pay additional fees for making corrections in certain fields.

Can I pay JEE Main application fee in offline mode?

No, JEE Main application fees can not be paid in offline mode. As per the directions of NTA, JEE Main application fees can be paid only in online mode. Candidates can pay the application fees using credit/debit card or internet banking. No other modes/medium of application fee payment is accepted.

What is the age limit to apply for JEE Main?

There is no minimum or maximum age to apply for JEE Main as per JEE Main eligibility criteria by NTA. You can appear in JEE Mains for three consecutive years from the year of passing class 12. You must have passed class 12 in 2024, 2025 or you are appearing in 2026 if you plan to apply for JEE Main 2026.

How to make corrections in JEE Main application form?

To make corrections in the JEE Main application form, candidates have login to their accounts on the JEE Main official website using their application number and password.

What should I do as I have made a mistake while filling my father's name in the JEE Mains application form?

Candidates who have made any spelling mistakes or entered wrong details in the application form can change it during application form correction window. The facility to edit form will be available once the registration process concludes. There's no charges to make correction in JEE Main application form.

What is JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 Registration date?

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.

Is the criteria of 75% marks in class 12 applicable in JEE Main 2026?

There is no requirement of 75% marks in class 12 for appearing in JEE Mains 2026. The eligibility criteria of minimum 75% marks in class 12 is required at the time of admission in NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. You can apply and appear in JEE Mains 2026 irrespective of your class 12 marks. The detailed JEE Main eligibility criteria 2026 can be checked on the official website. You are further advised to carefully check the detailed eligibility criteria before filling the JEE Main application form 2026. All the best!

What is JEE Main Eligibility Criteria?

Criteria Decription Age limit There is no age limit to appear in JEE Main. Year of passing qualifying exam The candidates who have passed the class 12 / equivalent examination in 2024, 2025 or are appearing in 2026, irrespective of their age, can appear in JEE Mains 2026. Nationality Candidates must be Indian citizens. Foreign Nationals, NRIs, PIOs (Persons of Indian Origin), and OCIs (Overseas Citizens of India) can also apply.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form: Registration Last Date, How to Apply, Link at jeemain.nta.nic.in

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Exam On - 21 Jan '26 - 29 Jan '26

This exam is conducted for courses given below:

B.E. / B.Tech B.Arch/B.Plan

Updated on Jan 27, 2026 13:24 IST

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JEE Main Application Form 2026 Session 2: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Main 2026 April session application form by the last week of January 2026, the most expected date is January 31. The online registration process will remain open until the last week of February 2026. The registration process will open on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. To fill the NTA JEE application form for the session 2 exam, candidates have to register, fill the online form, upload a live photo, upload the documents needed and pay the application fees.

The candidates who have applied for JEE Main session 1 and want to apply again for the April session do not have to register from the start. They can login with their January session application number and password, verify the details, select the papers for the exam, choose the exam city and proceed to pay the application fee.

Before starting the JEE Mains session 2 registration, candidates should be ready with valid ID proofs and scanned documents. The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam will be held between April 2 and 9. For complete details on JEE Main April application process, read below.

Table of contents

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Date
NTA JEE Mains 2026 Dates and Schedule
JEE Main 2026 April Registration Link
What’s New in JEE Main Application Process - Aadhar/DigiLocker and Live Photo
JEE Main 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required for JEE Mains 2026 Registration
JEE Main 2026 Application Fee
Important Points To Remember While Filling JEE Main Form 2026
How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (For First Time Candidates)
Common Mistakes to Avoid in JEE Main 2026 Registration and Application Form
NTA JEE Main 2026 Registration Problems and their Solution
How to Reset JEE Main Password?
JEE Main Form Correction Window 2026
How to Check the Status of NTA JEE Application Form 2026?
JEE Main 2026 Application Form FAQs

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Date

NTA JEE Mains 2026 Dates and Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JEE Main 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
21 Jan ' 26 - 29 Jan ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1 ONGOING
Jan ' 26 - Feb ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 TENTATIVE
Mar ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Session 2 TENTATIVE
02 Apr ' 26 - 09 Apr ' 26	JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 2

Dates	Past Exam Dates
25 Jan ' 26	JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Session 1 for Jan 28 and 29
17 Jan ' 26	JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Session 1
15 Jan ' 26	JEE Main 2026 photo verification certificate upload last date (for non-aadhaar candidates)
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