As of November 27, 2025, the online registration window for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is closing today across India. Applicants seeking admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture or planning courses must complete their registration on the official portal before the deadline. Candidates who have not paid their registration fee can complete the payment by 11:50 PM today. JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam is going to be held from January 21 to 30, 2026.
Deadline and Key Dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1
Below is a table summarising the important schedule for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam. The application correction window for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is going to be open from December 1 to 2, 2025.
It is confirmed by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA), that there will be no extension beyond today.Check JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates
Who Should Apply for JEE Main 2026?
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is the entrance test for admission into the undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering/B. Tech, B.Arch and B.Planning courses across participating institutions — including National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), and other government-recognised colleges.
Candidates who have not yet registered but meet JEE Main Eligibility Criteria should use this last opportunity to apply online.
How to Apply for the JEE Main Exam?
Today is the last date to complete the registration for the JEE Main 2026 session 1 exam. Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the registration process.
- Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Select “JEE Main 2026 Registration – Session 1”.
- Register using a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and exam city preference details.
- Upload required documents: recent photograph, signature, category / PwD certificate (if applicable), and academic certificates.
- Pay the application fee online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI, and submit the form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
What Happens After Registration Closes?
Once registration closes today, candidates who have successfully applied will have a short window to make corrections. The application correction facility will be open from December 1 to December 2, 2025.
The centre and city of examination will be announced in the first week of January 2026. Admit cards will follow, ahead of the examination scheduled between January 21 and 30, 2026.
How to Edit JEE Main 2026 Application Form?
Candidates who have registered for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam can access the application correction window from December 1 to 2, 2025. Follow the steps below to access the application correction window.
- Visit the official JEE Main website (jeemain.nta.nic.in).
- Log in using the application's registration number and password/date of birth.
- Look for the link labelled "Correction Window" or "Expose Application Form."
- Click on this link to open the correction form.
- Review and make the necessary corrections to details such as personal information, exam centre, or uploaded documents.
- Save or submit the updated details before the final deadline.
- Ensure you download and keep a copy of the correction slip for future reference.
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card for Session 1
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 admit card will be released in the third week of January 2026, a few days before the exam begins. Candidates who have successfully registered can download their admit cards from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in by logging in with their application number and date of birth. JEE Main Admit Card 2026 contains important details such as the exam date, shift timings, centre address, roll number, and instructions for the exam day. It is mandatory for candidates to carry the admit card to the exam centre for entry and verification.
Final Reminder for JEE Main 2026 Aspirants
This is the final opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. Interested students must complete the entire application and fee payment process today to avoid missing the deadline. Since no extension has been announced, submissions received after the cut-off will not be considered.
