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JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule Released by NTA

The National Testing Agency has announced the exam schedule for JEE Main 2026, with registrations for Session 1 starting in October 2025. The exam will take place from January 21 to 30, 2026, followed by Session 2 in April. This article outlines the registration process and important dates for aspiring candidates.
By Ambika Singh Oct 20, 2025, 14:00 IST

NTA Announces JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates


The National Testing Agency (NTA) has unveiled the timetable for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026. According to the announcement, registration for Session 1 will begin in October, with the examination set to take place from January 21 to January 30, 2026.


For Session 2, registrations are expected to start in the final week of January 2026, and the exam will occur between April 1 and April 10, 2026.


As stated in the notification, the NTA will administer the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) - 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) format across two sessions (January and April 2026). The online application for Session 1 will be available on the official website (https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/) starting in October 2025.


Access the official notification here.


How to Register for JEE Main 2026



  1. Go to the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in


  2. Click on the JEE Main 2026 registration link on the homepage


  3. Complete the registration and follow the application steps


  4. Fill out the application form, pay the required fee, and submit


  5. Print a copy for your records



For further information, candidates should visit the official website here.