Apply Now: JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Online Application Closes Nov 27
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JEE Main and Advanced 2025 Question Papers
Nov 11, 2025• by Harvey Singh
🌟 Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 - Session 1: Official Public Notice
The National Testing Agency (NTA), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has issued a Public Notice on October 31, 2025, inviting online applications for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 - Session 1. For the Academic Session 2026-27, JEE (Main) will be conducted in two Sessions: Session 1 (January 2026) and Session 2 (April 2026).
🎯 Purpose of JEE (Main)
JEE (Main) comprises two papers:
- Paper 1 (B.E. / B.Tech): Conducted for admission to Undergraduate Engineering Programs at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), and Institutions/Universities funded/recognized by participating State Governments. It is also an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to IITs.
- Paper 2 (B. Arch and B. Planning): Conducted for admission to B. Arch and B. Planning courses in the Country.
The examination will be conducted in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.
🗓️ Key Dates for Session 1 (January 2026)
The details for the Session 1 (January 2026) are given below:
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Submission of Application Form | October 31, 2025, to November 27, 2025 (Up to 09:00 P.M.) |
| Last date of successful transaction of fee | November 27, 2025 (up to 11:50 P.M.) |
| Announcement of the City of Examination | By the First week of January 2026 |
| Date(s) of Examination | Between January 21 to January 30, 2026 |
| Declaration of Result on the NTA website | By February 12, 2026 (Tentative) |
A separate opportunity will be given to candidates to apply for Session 2 (April 2026) later.
📝 Examination Structure and Mode
The JEE (Main) 2026 Session 1 will be conducted as under:
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Mode of Examination | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) | Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry | 75 (20 MCQs + 5 Numerical Value Questions in each subject) | Computer Based Test (CBT) mode | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon or 03:00 P.M. to 06:00 P.M. |
| Paper 2A (B. Arch.) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test | 77 | CBT mode except Drawing Test (Part-III) in pen and paper (offline) mode | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon |
| Paper 2B (B. Planning) | Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning | 100 | Computer Based Test (CBT) mode | 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon |
Marking Scheme
- For Paper 1 and Part-1 of Paper 2, each Subject will have two sections.
- Section A will be Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are numerical values.
- There will be negative marking for incorrect answers in both Section A and Section B.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- Candidates can apply for JEE (Main) - 2026 Session 1 through the "Online" mode only from the website
https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/. - Only one application is to be submitted by a candidate; filling more than one Application Form will result in strict action.
- Candidates must strictly follow the instructions given in the Information Bulletin and on the NTA website, or they shall be summarily disqualified.
- All information/communication will be sent by NTA through e-mail on the registered e-mail address or SMS on the registered Mobile Number, so these contact details must be correct.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When is the online application period for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 1? | The online application is open from October 31, 2025, to November 27, 2025 (up to 09:00 P.M.). |
| What are the exam dates for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 1? | The examination will be held between January 21 to January 30, 2026. |
| In what mode is the JEE (Main) exam generally conducted? | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) and Paper 2B (B. Planning) are conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Paper 2A (B. Arch.) is CBT except for the Drawing Test (Part-III), which is pen and paper (offline) mode. |
| Is there negative marking in JEE (Main) 2026? | Yes, there will be negative marking for incorrect answers in both Section A (MCQs) and Section B (Numerical Value Questions) of the paper. |
| How many sessions of JEE (Main) will be conducted in 2026? | The JEE (Main) - 2026 will be conducted in two Sessions: Session 1 (January 2026) and Session 2 (April 2026). |
| In how many languages is the JEE (Main) 2026 exam conducted? | JEE (Main) 2026 will be conducted in 13 languages. |
| Can a candidate submit multiple application forms? | No, only one application is to be submitted by a candidate. Strict action will be taken against candidates who fill more than one application form. |
| What should I do if I face difficulty applying for JEE (Main) 2026? | You may contact the NTA Helpline Number: +91-11-40759000 or 011-69227700 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in. |