JEE
Main January 2026 – Complete Guide with Dates & Exam Schedule
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 –
January Session is one of the most important engineering entrance exams in
India. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Main serves as the
gateway to admission into NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and determines eligibility for
JEE Advanced (for IITs).
This comprehensive guide provides all essential
information including important dates, exam schedules, and detailed time tables
to help you prepare effectively.
What is
JEE Main?
Exam Name: Joint
Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026
Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
Sessions: January & April (Best score considered for final ranking)
Courses
Offered:
- Paper 1:
B.E. / B.Tech
- Paper 2A:
B.Arch
- Paper 2B:
B.Planning
JEE Main
2026 – Important Dates (January Session)
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Event
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Date
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Official Notification
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October 2025
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Online Registration Start
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October 2025
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Last Date to Apply
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November 2025
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Application Correction Window
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December 2025
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City Intimation Slip
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1st Week of January 2026
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Admit Card Release
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3–4 Days Before Exam
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JEE Main Exam (Session 1)
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January 2026
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Result Declaration
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February 2026
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JEE Main
January 2026 – Exam Date Schedule (Expected)
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Date
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Paper
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Course
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21 January 2026
|
Paper 1
|
B.E. / B.Tech
|
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22 January 2026
|
Paper 1
|
B.E. / B.Tech
|
|
23 January 2026
|
Paper 1
|
B.E. / B.Tech
|
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24 January 2026
|
Paper 1
|
B.E. / B.Tech
|
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28 January 2026
|
Paper 1
|
B.E. / B.Tech
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29 January 2026
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Paper 2A & 2B
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B.Arch / B.Planning
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Note: Your
exact date and shift will be mentioned on your admit card.
JEE Main
2026 – Exam Time Table (Shift-Wise)
Paper 1:
B.E. / B.Tech
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Shift
|
Reporting
Time
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Exam
Time
|
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Shift 1 (Morning)
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7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
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9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Shift 2 (Afternoon)
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1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
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3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Paper 2A
(B.Arch) & Paper 2B (B.Planning)
|
Paper
|
Exam
Time
|
|
B.Arch (Paper 2A)
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9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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B.Planning (Paper 2B)
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9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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Exam
Pattern – Paper 1 (B.E. / B.Tech)
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Subject
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No. of
Questions
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Physics
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25
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Chemistry
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25
|
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Mathematics
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25
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Total
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75 Questions
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Duration: 3 Hours
Total Marks: 300
Marking
Scheme:
- +4 for
each correct answer
- -1 for
each wrong answer
Eligibility
Criteria (Basic Requirements)
- Passed or appearing in Class 12 with Physics,
Chemistry & Mathematics
- Appeared for Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or 2026
- No age limit for
JEE Main
- Maximum 6 attempts
allowed (2 sessions per year × 3 years)
Important
Instructions for Exam Day
? Carry your Admit Card
and a Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Driving License)
? Reach the exam center before gate closing time
? No electronic gadgets allowed (mobile
phones, smartwatches, calculators, etc.)
? Follow all instructions printed on your admit card
carefully
? Bring your own transparent water bottle if
needed
Final
Tips
- Download your admit card as soon as it's released
- Check your exam center location in advance
- Keep multiple copies of your admit card and ID proof
- Stay updated on the official NTA website for any
announcements
- Plan your travel to reach the center well before
reporting time
Official Website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
Best of luck for JEE Main 2026! Stay focused, practice regularly, and manage your time wisely during the
exam. Remember, your hard work and preparation will pay off.
Disclaimer: Dates mentioned are expected and based
on previous year patterns. Please refer to the official NTA website for
confirmed dates and updates.