Submission of Application Form – JEE Main 2026
- You need to apply online only at the application form available on the official website of JEE Main. Please note there is no printed application form for JEE Main.
- The last date for submission of the online application form for the January attempt is expected to be 27th November 2025. Please do not wait for the last date.
- You should have your own personal and valid email Id. It is also advisable that you have your own mobile number. You should note down your email Id and password and keep them in a secure place. All important information and notifications will be sent via SMS or Email.
Since the application window opens a few weeks earlier, registering early helps you beat server congestion and ensures smooth submission of documents and fee payment.
Filling up of Application Form – JEE Main 2026
- Please check your eligibility as per the eligibility criteria for JEE Main as well as the JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria and the criteria of the participating state-level institutions, if applicable.
- You should select your preferred exam cities as per your state eligibility code. For Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.), you can opt for a Computer-Based examination. Paper 2 (B.Arch./B.Planning) is Pen & Paper based only (for those sessions where applicable) and is not available in computer-based mode.
- Please note that you can submit only one application for JEE Main 2026. If you submit multiple applications (i.e., more than one) your candidature shall be rejected.
- Please ensure that your name and your parents’ names are exactly the same as mentioned in your Class 12th or equivalent qualifying examination. Do not include titles such as Mr./Sh./Shri/Fr/Dr./Mrs./Smt./Col. etc.
- Please fill in all your options very carefully. You will not be allowed to change any of your options after submission of the application. For valid reason(s), a chance may be given to you to correct/modify some limited details online once the application window closes. You need to check the official website and newspapers regularly to know the exact dates when the correction/modification period will be permitted. Please note that no changes will be accepted offline through fax or email or paper application.
- You have to fill the particulars online and also upload your photograph, signature and thumb impression. There is no need to send a hard copy of your application or confirmation page to the JEE Main Secretariat. However, you must take a printout of the confirmation page for your own record. During admission, your original certificates/documents will be verified. If you are found ineligible at a later date or even after admission, your admission will be cancelled.
Aadhaar-based verification and name-match rules have been tightened this year. Make sure your name across Aadhaar, board certificates and application matches exactly to avoid last-minute issues.
Payment of Fees – JEE Main 2026
You may pay the fee by credit card or debit card or through depositing the e-challan generated from the official website while submitting the application for JEE Main 2026. In case of the e-challan, you need to make the payment in cash only at Syndicate Bank or Canara Bank or ICICI Bank or HDFC Bank.
| Fee payable for JEE Main 2026 | Type of candidate | Centres in India (Fee in Rs.) | Centres outside India (Fee in Rs.) | |
| Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech. or Paper 2A: B. Arch or Paper 2B: B. Planning | General | Male | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| Female | Rs. 800 | Rs. 4,000 | ||
| Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL) | Male | Rs. 900 | Rs. 4,500 | |
| Female | Rs. 800 | Rs. 4,000 | ||
| SC/ST/PwD | Male | Rs. 500 | Rs. 2,500 | |
| Female | Rs. 500 | Rs. 2,500 | ||
| Third gender | Rs. 500 | Rs. 3,000 | ||
| Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech & Paper 2A: B. Arch or Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech & Paper 2B: B. Planning or Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech, Paper 2A: B. Arch & Paper 2B: B. Planning or Paper 2A: B. Arch & Paper 2B: B. Planning | Gen/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) | Male | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Female | Rs. 1,600 | Rs. 8,000 | ||
| SC/ST/PwD | Male | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 5,000 | |
| Female | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 5,000 | ||
| Third Gender | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 5,000 | ||
Please note that once the fees are paid, they shall not be refunded, whether in full or in part.
Additional fees (processing):
- Credit card: 1.20% of the exam fee + service tax 15% on the processing charge
- Debit card: 0.75% of the exam fee (for fees up to Rs. 2,000) + service tax 15%; 1% of the exam fee (for fees above Rs. 2,000) + service tax 15%.
Be aware of peak-time payment failures during the last hours before the deadline. Plan your fee payment early in the day and keep alternate payment methods ready.
Additional Important Instructions
- Make sure your photograph and signature meet the upload format, size, and background guidelines exactly as specified on the official form.
- Keep your application number, password, and transaction ID in a safe place. These will be needed for future logins, corrections, admit card download and result checking.
- Periodically check the official website for updates such as correction windows, city allotment slips, and choice-filling instructions.
- If you belong to a reserved category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Gen-EWS/PwD), ensure that your category certificate, EWS certificate, or PwD certificate (40% or more disability) is in proper format and uploaded correctly.
- For international centres or foreign nationals: check for specific instructions regarding application, fees, and exam centre allotment—especially if you plan to appear outside India.
- Since the exam will be held in two sessions (January and April 2026), you may choose to register for both sessions in one application (if eligible). This gives you a second attempt for improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Important Instructions for JEE Main 2026
No. Only one application form is permitted. Submitting multiple forms may lead to rejection of your candidature. Ensure that all details are correct before submitting the final application.
No. There is no requirement to send a hard copy of the confirmation page or any document to NTA. However, you must download and keep a printed copy safely for future reference and use during the admission process.
You should keep your Class 10 and Class 12 details, valid email ID, mobile number, a recent photograph, signature, and thumb impression ready for upload. If you belong to a reserved category (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/Gen-EWS/PwD), keep your latest category certificate ready for future verification.
In most years, NTA provides a correction window for limited edits after the application period closes. Only specific fields may be corrected, and no changes are accepted offline. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for correction dates and permissible fields.
You may pay the fee using a credit card, debit card, or through e-challan deposited at designated banks (Syndicate Bank, Canara Bank, ICICI Bank or HDFC Bank). For card payments, processing charges apply. Fees, once paid, are non-refundable under all circumstances.