IIT Roorkee Announces JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date Confirmed
New Delhi: IIT Roorkee has officially announced the date for the JEE Advanced 2026 examination, which is set to take place on May 17, 2026. This examination will be conducted in a computer-based format and will consist of two papers. This announcement is significant for millions of students, as JEE Advanced is regarded as the most prestigious engineering entrance exam in the country.
Through this examination, candidates can gain admission into various top institutions, including IITs, for programs such as B.Tech, B.S, B.Arch, dual degrees, and integrated M.Tech or M.Sc courses. Approximately 250,000 students who qualify JEE Main participate in JEE Advanced each year. The exam, which focuses on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, assesses students' deep understanding and problem-solving abilities.
Registration Process Timeline
When Will Registration Begin?
The registration process is expected to commence in April 2026. Candidates can find all official information and updates on the jeeadv.ac.in website. With the exam date now announced, students are gearing up to finalize their preparations. JEE Main is conducted for admissions into various technical institutions across the country, including NITs, IIITs, and other CFTIs for B.E and B.Tech programs.
Additionally, the JEE Main paper is essential for admission into B.Arch and B.Planning courses. Ranks are determined based on the best NTA scores from both sessions, allowing eligible candidates to sit for the Advanced exam. Subsequently, a merit list is prepared based on the JEE Advanced results.
Exam Pattern Details
What is the Exam Pattern?
The JEE Advanced 2026 papers will be available in both Hindi and English, allowing candidates to choose their preferred language during the exam and switch if necessary. Negative marking will be applied for incorrect answers, making the exam pattern challenging and requiring students to focus on accuracy.
The examination will be conducted in two sessions. Based on previous years' patterns, it is likely that Paper 1 will take place from 9 AM to 12 PM, and Paper 2 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. However, the final schedule will be released soon on the official IIT website.