JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date and Details Announced
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Schedule
Exam Date for JEE Advanced 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has officially set the date for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026. This prestigious national-level exam is crucial for securing Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) admissions in the 23 IITs across India. The examination is scheduled for May 17, 2026, and will be conducted in a computer-based format in various cities.
Exam Duration and Structure
Duration of the Exam:
As per the official timetable, the JEE Advanced exam will last for 6 hours, split into two mandatory papers. Paper 1 is set to take place from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by Paper 2 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Candidates are required to take both papers to qualify. IIT Roorkee will soon provide a detailed schedule, a list of exam cities, and an information brochure on their official website jeeadv.ac.in. The examination will be available in both English and Hindi.
Eligibility Criteria for JEE Advanced 2026
Who Can Apply:
Only the top 250,000 candidates from the Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2026 will be eligible to register for JEE Advanced 2026. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has already announced the dates for JEE Main 2026, with Session 1 scheduled from January 21 to 30, 2026, and Session 2 from April 1 to 10, 2026. This two-session format allows candidates multiple chances to enhance their scores before reaching the top 250,000 list.
Exam Mode and Language Options
Testing Format:
JEE Advanced 2026 will be administered in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format at designated centers throughout India. The question paper will be accessible in both English and Hindi, catering to a broader range of students.
Upcoming Information Bulletin
What to Expect:
The official information bulletin will be released shortly, containing details about the syllabus, marking scheme, registration timeline, and exam locations. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check jeeadv.ac.in for the latest updates.