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JEE Main 2026 dates are out! With two sessions, auto-filled Aadhaar details, and expanded exam centres, what’s changing for lakhs of aspirants this year? Here’s what students need to know before the clock starts ticking.
JEE Mains 2026 schedule out.
New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the dates for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE ) Main 2026 schedule. As per the schedule, the JEE Main 2026 will be conducted in two sessions —the first in January 2026 and the second in April 2026.
According to the official notice, the first session of JEE Main will be conducted between January 21 and 30, 2026, while the second session is tentatively scheduled from April 1 to 10, 2026.
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Session 1: Examinations will be held from January 21-30, 2026.
Session 2: Scheduled from April 1- 10, 2026.
Registration for Session 1: Begins October 2025 on the official portal.
Registration for Session 2: Expected to open in late January 2026.
The JEE main 2026 registration process will begin from October 2025. Interested and eligible candidates will be able to apply for JEE Mains 2026 session 1 through the official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in.
For aspirants aiming for engineering institutes like Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) or National Institutes of Technology (NITs), the JEE Main serves as a critical step. Students now have two separate opportunities to take the exam—allowing a second attempt within the same academic cycle. This flexibility is significant for preparation strategies, performance planning and handling unexpected disruptions.
The NTA will begin auto‑fetching key candidate details from the Aadhaar database; such as name, date of birth, gender, photograph and address to streamline registration and reduce manual errors.
The number of exam cities is set to expand, improving access especially for candidates in remote regions.
Special provisions for Persons with Disabilities (PwD/PwBD) have also been reaffirmed to ensure inclusive participation.
Update documents: Ensure your Aadhaar, school certificate details and category certificates are accurate—name mismatches can cause registration rejection.
Mark your calendars: With registration opening soon, plan to apply early and avoid last‑minute rush.
Check eligibility: Make sure you meet the criteria for 2026 and have the required academic qualifications in place.
Prepare for both sessions: Given the dual‑session structure, consider preparing contingencies—if Session 1 doesn’t go as planned, candidates have Session 2 to rebound.
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With the schedule now public, students and coaching institutes can fine‑tune their preparation timelines. As one of the largest engineering‑entrance tests in India, JEE Main 2026’s two‑phase structure allows more flexibility, but also demands disciplined planning and consistent effort throughout the months ahead.
For full details, registration links and official notifications, candidates should visit the NTA’s portal at jeemain.nta.ac.in
