NTA JEE Main Session 2 Online Form 2026
Last Updated: 28 September 2025
Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
About NTA JEE Main Session 2 2026
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online registration for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) Session 2 2026. This portal is intended for candidates who have completed or are appearing for 10+2 (PCM) and wish to seek admission to engineering programmes across India.
Important Dates
Key Dates |
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| Application Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Application & Fee Payment | 25 February 2026 |
| Exam Date (Paper I) | 02 April 2026 – 10 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 03 Days before each exam slot |
| Result Declaration | 20 April 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed or be appearing for 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognized board.
- Appearing candidates in the 2025 academic year are also eligible.
- All applicants must read the official notification carefully before submitting the form.
Vacancy Details
| Course | BE / B.Tech / B.Arch. |
| Number of Seats | Varies by institution – see official brochure for seat‑wise breakdown. |
Selection Process
Selection is based on the marks obtained in the Computer‑Based Examination (Paper I). Candidates who qualify the written stage will be considered for subsequent counselling and seat allocation.
Exam Pattern (Paper I)
- Mode: Online (Computer‑Based Test)
- Duration: 3 hours per day
- Questions: 90 – 30 each in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Marking: +4 for each correct answer, –1 for each wrong answer
Admit Card & Result Information
Admit cards will be generated 03 days before the scheduled exam date. Candidates can download them from the official NTA portal using their application number and password. Results will be published on 20 April 2026 and can be accessed via the same portal.
Who Should Apply and Who Should Not
Who Should Apply: Students who have completed 10+2 with PCM and aim to join an engineering programme through a national‑level entrance test.
Who Should Not Apply: Candidates who have already secured admission in a recognized engineering course, or those who do not meet the minimum qualification of 10+2 with PCM.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make
- Submitting the form after the deadline – double‑check the last‑date.
- Providing incorrect personal details that mismatch the board mark‑sheet.
- Skipping the fee‑payment verification step.
- Ignoring the official syllabus and preparing from unrelated topics.
Step‑by‑Step Application Process
- Visit the official NTA JEE Main website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click “Apply Online” and register with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill the application form with accurate personal, educational and category details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, qualifying‑exam certificate) as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
- Submit the application and retain the confirmation page for future reference.
Useful Official Links
- Official NTA JEE Main Portal
- Online Application Portal
- Download Notification (PDF)
- Information Brochure
- Official Syllabus
What Happens After This Stage?
Once the exam is conducted and results are declared, eligible candidates will proceed to the counselling and seat‑allocation phases managed by the participating institutes. All subsequent updates will be posted on the official NTA website and communicated via the same channels used for the application.
Information that has passed its relevance will be archived; candidates are advised to check the official portal regularly for the latest notifications.
Conclusion
The NTA JEE Main Session 2 2026 registration window is currently open. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should complete the online application before 25 February 2026 and keep track of admit‑card and result announcements on the official site. Timely submission and accurate data entry are essential for a successful registration.
