JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 Highlights: Application Form Link Out at jeemain.nta.nic.in, Application Fees & Documents Required

The JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 has started on February 1, 2026. Aspirants who have appeared for session 1 or missed it, can fill out their JEE Mains Application Form 2026 from the official website- jeemain.nta.nic.in. The April session exam will be conducted from April 2 to 9, 2026.

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JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 LIVE Updates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the registration process for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination. As per the latest tweet by the NTA, the JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 Link has been activated today, on February 1, 2026. Candidates can apply online for the Session 2 Exam with the new Aadhaar-linked process. Interested and eligible aspirants must visit the official website of NTA- jeemain.nta.nic.in, to register themselves for session 2. JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 will last until February 25, 2026. The April session exam will be conducted from April 2 to 9, 2026.

Candidates who have appeared for session 1 and are looking to improve their scores can fill out their application form and submit the registration fees online. Fresh candidates can also submit their JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026. Once released, the JEE Main Registration Link 2026 will be provided on this page. The JEE Main 2026 Registration process includes complete registration, filling out the application form and making the fee payment within the stipulated timeline.

JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026: Direct Link to Apply

Candidates will need to complete registration, fill out the application form, upload documents, pay fees, and print confirmation to be eligible to sit for the JEE Main 2026 examination. Aspirants can click on the link below to apply for the JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026.

JEE Main Registration 2026 Link (Session 2)Direct Link

JEE Main Registration 2026 Session 2: Documents Required to Apply Online

Before applying for JEE Main 2026, ensure these documents are ready in digital format:

  • Aadhaar card with updated details
  • Class 10 and 12 certificate or mark sheet
  • Scanned passport-size photograph and signature
  • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD)
  • Domicile or birth certificate (if applicable)
  • Online payment details for fee submission

Candidates must ensure that their Aadhaar, name, and DOB match their academic records.

Live Updates
16:33 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Number of Attempts

Candidates can appear in JEE Main in three consecutive years from passing their class 12/qualifying exam.

15:33 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Guidelines before Completing Application Form

Some of the important instructions that candidates need to follow while filling out the application form are:

  • Candidates must read the information bulletin available on the official website.
  • A valid email address and mobile number must be provided for future communication.
  • It is not necessary to complete the application form all at once. Candidates may complete the three steps of the JEE Main Application Form at their own pace.
  • 14:34 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Top Engineering Colleges

    Some of the top engineering colleges are mentioned below:

  • IIT Bombay
  • NIT Trichy
  • IIT Delhi
  • IIT Indore
  • SRM University
  • VIT Vellore
  • BITS Pilani
  • IIT BHU
  • 13:58 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Payment Method

    Candidates applying for the JEE Main Session 2 exam 2026 must pay their registration fee only through Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, or Paytm.

    13:35 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Registration Fee

    Candidates can check the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration fee for different categories from below:

  • The male and female candidates belonging to the General category will have to pay INR 1000 and 800 respectively as the registration fee.
  • For candidates belonging to Gen-EWS/ OBC (NCL) category, the registration fee is INR 900 and INR 800 for male and female candidates.
  • Lastly, the JEE Main application fee for SC/ST/PWD/Transgender candidates is 500 INR.
  • 13:05 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Not Allowed to Fill More than One Application Form

    One thing that the candidates must note that is they are not allowed to fill the application form more than once. Any candidate with more than one application number will be UFM (Unfair Means) and strict action will be taken against them.

    12:28 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Application Window Closing Date

    The JEE Main Session 2 registration window opened on February 1, 2026 and candidates can apply for the Session 2 exam till February 25, 2026 up to 9:00 PM. After that no candidates will be allowed to register for the JEE Main Session 2 examination.

    11:46 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Exam Dates

    The JEE Main Session 2 exam dates 2026 has been released by the NTA. As per the official schedule the JEE Main Session 2 exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted between April 2 to April 9, 2026.

    11:13 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Release Date

    National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the advance city intimation slip, admit card and result release date for Session 2 exam on the JEE Main portal at the appropriate time.

    10:13 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Documents Required

    Below mentioned are the list of documents that the candidates need to keep with them at the time of filing the application form:

  • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD)
  • Aadhar card with updated details
  • Scanned passport-size photograph and signature
  • Class 10 and 12 certificate and marksheet (If applicable)
  • Domicile or birth certificate
  • Online payment details for fee submission
  • 09:40 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: What to do In case of Difficulty?

    In case any candidate is facing difficulty in applying for the JEE Main Session 2 exam 2026 then they can contact on the given number 11-40759000 / 011- 69227700 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in.

    09:10 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Last Date for Payment

    For Session 2, the last date to submit the registration fee is February 25, 2026 by 11:50 PM. After that the application fee window will be closed and no candidate will be allowed to submit the fee.

    08:00 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Login with Session 1 Application Number

    The NTA has invited applications for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 from February 1 onwards at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The candidates who have applied for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and also wish to appear for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 are required to log in with their previous, i.e, Session 1 application number and password and pay the examination fee for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examintion. Such candidates may only choose the paper, medium of the examination, and choice of cities.

    06:00 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Open: Do Not Fill More Than One Application Form

    Candidates are not allowed to fill more than one application form for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Any candidate with more than one application number will be treated as “Unfair Means”, even if found at a later stage, and strict action will be taken against such candidates.

    02:00 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2: Fresh Applications for New Candidates

    Candidates who have not applied for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination earlier need to apply afresh for the JEE Main Session 2 online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Such candidates must read the eligibility, papers, and other details before registering for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 papers.

    00:00 (IST) 2 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Last Date for Payment of Application Fee

    The NTA has started the JEE Main 2026 Registration online for Session 2 on February 1, 2026. The last date for the payment of application fee is February 25, 2026 (upto 11:50 PM).

    23:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    NTA Activates JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration

    The National Testing Agency has officially opened online applications for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 2. Registration started today, February 1, 2026, and closes on February 25, 2026, at 9:00 PM. The exam is scheduled between April 2 and 9, 2026, with admit cards and results to follow.

    23:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Helpline Numbers

    In case a candidate faces any difficulty while applying for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam, he/she may contact 011-40759000/011- 69227700 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in.

    22:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Answer Key and Result Dates Announced?

    The National Testing Agency has announced the Joint Entrance Examination – Main (JEE Main) 2026 Session 1 Answer Key Challenge Window and Result Dates on the official X handle of NTA. With the availability of the provisional answer key and the response sheet, the answer key challenge window is opened from February 4, 2026, to February 5, 2026. While, the final results will be declared by February 12, 2026.

    22:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Application Form 2026 Out: Session 1 Result Soon

    The NTA is likely to declare the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 result by February 12, 2026, on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The provisional answer key challenge window will remain active from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    21:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form Out: Session 1 Answer Key and Respone Sheet Soon

    The National Testing Agency has announced on its social media post that the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Provisional Answer Key and Response Sheet will be released soon on the official website. As per the announcement, the answer challenge window will be open from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    21:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main Registration 2026 Session 2: Official Website

    The JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 link will be made available on the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in. Aspirants can fill out their application form and pay the required registration fees online. Only candidates who complete their registration will be eligible to appear for the Session 2 exam.

    20:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2: Eligibility for B. Planning

    For the B. Planning programme, candidates must have passed a qualifying examination (Class 12) with Mathematics.

    20:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Reservation Rules

    Indian nationals belonging to certain categories are admitted under the seats reserved for them in accordance with the rules prescribed by the Government of India.

  • Scheduled Castes (SC) have 15% reserved seats.
  • Scheduled Tribes (ST) have 7.5% reserved seats.
  • Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) have 27% reservation.
  • Economically Weaker Sections (GEN-EWS) receive 10% reservation.
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are allocated 5% reservation across all categories.
  • Candidates must select their appropriate category during application, upload valid certificates, and verify documents during counselling to avail reservation benefits.

    19:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 1 Marking Scheme

    The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 for B.E./B.Tech admissions follow a well-defined examination pattern. Check the marking scheme for Paper 1 below.

  • +4 marks for each correct response.
  • -1 mark for each incorrect MCQ answer.
  • No negative marking for numerical value questions.
  • 19:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Open: Already Registered Candidates can Use Session 1 Application Number

    Candidates who had earlier applied for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and also wish to appear for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 are required to log in with their previous, i.e, Session 1 Application Number and Password and pay the examination fee for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Such candidates may only choose the paper, medium of examination, and choice of cities while registering.

    18:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Application Form Out: Steps to Register for Session 2

    Candidates can follow the steps given below to register for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination.

    Step 1: Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    Step 2: Click on the registration link for JEE Main 2026.

    Step 3: Create a new account by providing your name, birthdate, email address, and mobile number. Then, create a password, and an application number will be sent to you.

    Step 4: To access the candidate portal, enter the application number and password.

    Step 5: Fill out the application form with personal details, academic information, and contact details.

    Step 6: Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and category/PwD certificate if applicable.

    Step 7: Pay the required application fee online using the given methods, including UPI, net banking, and debit/credit cards.

    It is advisable to download and print the fee receipt and confirmation page for future use.

    18:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates

    The National Testing Agency will conduct Session 2 of the JEE Main 2026 examination from April 2 to 9, 2026. The application forms have been released on February 1, 2026, with the last day to register set as February 25, 2026.

    17:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Started: Session 1 Result Likely by February 12

    JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result likely to be released by February 12, as per an announcement made by the NTA on X. The provisional answer key will be released soon on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, with the objection window open from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    Predict your Session 1 rank using this tool: JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor

    17:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2: Fresh Applications for New Candidates

    Candidates who have not applied for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination earlier need to apply afresh for the JEE Main Session 2 online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Such candidates must read the eligibility, papers, and other details before registering for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 papers.

    16:18 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration: Use Session 1 Application Number

    The NTA has invited applications for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 from February 1 onwards at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The candidates who have applied for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and also wish to appear for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 are required to log in with their previous, i.e, Session 1 application number and password and pay the examination fee for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examintion. Such candidates may only choose the paper, medium of the examination, and choice of cities.

    15:56 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Open: Do Not Fill More Than One Application Form

    Candidates are not allowed to fill more than one application form for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Any candidate with more than one application number will be treated as “Unfair Means”, even if found at a later stage, and strict action will be taken against such candidates.

    15:47 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Application Form Out

    NTA has initiated the application process for the JEE Main 2026 Session examination at jeemain.nta.nic.in on February 1, 2026. The candidates who have applied for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and also wish to appear for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 are required to log in with their previous Application Number and Password as provided in Session 1 and pay the examination fee for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 as applicable.

    15:43 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Registration 2026: Steps to Fill Application Form

    Candidates can follow the steps given below to register for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination.

    Step 1: Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    Step 2: Click on the registration link for JEE Main 2026.

    Step 3: Create a new account by providing your name, birthdate, email address, and mobile number. Then, create a password, and an application number will be sent to you.

    Step 4: To access the candidate portal, enter the application number and password.

    Step 5: Fill out the application form with personal details, academic information, and contact details.

    Step 6: Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, and category/PwD certificate if applicable.

    Step 7: Pay the required application fee online using the given methods, including UPI, net banking, and debit/credit cards.

    Step 8: Download and print the fee receipt and confirmation page.

    15:21 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026: Update These Documents

    Candidates must update the following documents before registering for the JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 examination.

  • Aadhaar Card
  • UDID Card (For PwD Candidates)
  • Category Certificate
  • 14:43 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2: Top IITs for Engineering Students

    Given below is the list of the top five IITs according to the NIRF Ranking 2025.

  • IIT Madras (Rank 1)
  • IIT Delhi (Rank 2)
  • IIT Bombay (Rank 3)
  • IIT Kanpur (Rank 4)
  • IIT Kharagpur (Rank 5)
  • 14:32 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2: Eligibility for B. Arch

    Candidates must pass the Class 12 examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry to be eligible for the B. Arch programme.

    14:06 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Eligibility for B.E/B.Tech

    Applicants must have passed Class 12 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Vocational subjects (Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical).

    12:25 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2: Scheme of Examination for Paper 1

    Check below the scheme of examination for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination:

  • Subjects are Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
  • The questions are of the objective type—Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and numerical value questions—with equal weightage across subjects.
  • Conducted exclusively in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
  • Each paper and section is designed to assess the student’s understanding in all three subjects using both MCQs and a numerical answer format, ensuring thorough evaluation.

    11:43 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration: Session 1 Result Likely by February 12

    JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result likely to be released by February 12, as per an announcement made by the NTA on X. The provisional answer key will be released soon on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, with the objection window open from February 4 to 5, 2026.

    Predict your Session 1 rank using this tool: JEE Main 2026 Rank Predictor

    11:12 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Tentative Application Window

    The NTA has announced the tentative application window dates for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam through a social media post. The registration window for the April session exam will open on February 1, 2026. The last day to submit JEE Main Application Form is set as February 25, 2026.

    10:36 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 Starts Today

    NTA is all set to start the JEE Main 2026 registration for Session 2 today, February 1, 2026, on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The April session exam will be conducted from April 2 to 9, 2026.

    09:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    NTA JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026: Last Date to Apply

    The last date to apply for the NTA JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam is February 25. Registration opens on February 1, as announced by NTA on January 31.l registration will commence on February 1 and will be open until February 25.

    09:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Registration 2026 Session 2: Number of Attempts Allowed

    Candidates aspiring for the JEE Main 2026 can appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years from passing their class 12/qualifying exam. Maximum two attempts for the JEE Main is allowed in a year.

    08:30 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Exam 2026: Is registration started?

    The registration for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam has not started yet by the NTA. The exam authority indicated that the application will begin today, on February 1, 2026. We can expect the registration link to be available on the official portal by today.

    08:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Registration 2026: Application Form Link Today at jeemain.nta.nic.in

    The JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026 is scheduled to start from today, February 1, 2026. Aspirants must stay tuned here for latest updates!

    07:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026: Documents to be Updated

    The list of documents that need to be updated before JEE Main Registration 2026 are-

  • Aadhaar Card
  • UDID Card (For PwD Candidates)
  • Category Certificate
  • 05:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Registration 2026 Session 2: Exam Dates

    JEE Main session 2 for BE/BTech, BArch/BPlanning is set for April 2-9, 2026. Candidates can apply on the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.

    03:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2: Documents to Update

    Apart from Aadhaar, aspirants should ensure their UDID card (for PwD candidates) and category certificates (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) are valid and updated before filling the application form.

    01:00 (IST) 1 Feb 2026
    JEE Main Session 2 Registration 2026: Is fresh registration required?

    Candidates who already registered for Session 1 generally do not need to complete full fresh registration. They can log in using their existing credentials and directly apply for Session 2 by paying the applicable fee. However, candidates who missed Session 1 must complete new registration.