JEE Mains 2026 Exam Dates Announced: Check Session 1 & 2 Schedule

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official schedule for JEE Mains 2026, providing crucial dates for engineering aspirants across India. The examination will be conducted in two sessions.

🔹 Exam Dates

• Session 1: 21 – 30 January 2026

• Session 2: 1 – 10 April 2026

Candidates can check the complete schedule on the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.

🔹 Registration Dates

• Session 1 Registration: October 2025

• Session 2 Registration: Last week of January 2026

The official notification from NTA provides detailed guidelines for registration, including eligibility, required documents, and payment procedures.

🔹 How to Apply

1. Visit the official JEE Mains website: jeemain.nta.nic.in

2. Click on the relevant registration link for the session.

3. Complete the registration form with personal and academic details.

4. Fill out the application form and submit it.

5. Download the confirmation page after submission.

6. Take a printout of the confirmation for future reference.

🔹 Admission Through JEE Mains

• JEE Mains scores and ranks are used for admission into B.Tech courses at NITs and other participating institutions.

• Top rankers of JEE Mains qualify for JEE Advanced, which is the gateway to IIT admissions.

Students are advised to keep a close watch on the official website for updates and notifications regarding the exam.