JEE Main 2026 will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in two sessions to provide candidates with multiple chances to improve their scores.
Session 1: January 2026 (tentative)
Session 2: April 2026 (tentative)
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| Rank | College Name | Rating | Cutoff | Application Deadline | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | IIT Bombay – Indian Institute of Technology [IITB] | Rating: 5/5 | JEE-Advanced 2024 Cutoff: 68 | March 14 – March 31, 2024 | ₹2,30,700 (1st Year Fees) |
| #2 | IIT Kharagpur – Indian Institute of Technology [IITKGP] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 90 | June 10 – June 18, 2024 | ₹2,62,360 (1st Year Fees) |
| #3 | IIT Delhi – Indian Institute of Technology [IITD] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 98 | March 14 – March 31, 2024 | ₹2,28,650 (1st Year Fees) |
| #4 | IIT Madras – Indian Institute of Technology [IITM] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 85 | June 10 – June 18, 2024 | ₹2,42,000 (1st Year Fees) |
| #5 | IIM Ahmedabad – Indian Institute of Management [IIMA] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 99 | December 3, 2024 | ₹34,50,000 (Total Fees) |
| #6 | IIT Kanpur – Indian Institute of Technology [IITK] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 85 | June 10 – June 18, 2024 | ₹1,18,910 (Total Fees) |
| #7 | IIT Roorkee – Indian Institute of Technology [IITR] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 95 | June 10 – June 18, 2024 | ₹2,30,100 (1st Year Fees) |
| #8 | IIM Bangalore – Indian Institute of Management [IIMB] | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 99 | June 21 – August 7, 2024 | ₹1,25,000 (1st Year Fees) |
| #9 | IIT Guwahati – Indian Institute of Technology [IITG] | Rating: 4.9/5 | JEE-Advanced 2024 Cutoff: 1021 | March 14 – March 31, 2024 | ₹2,88,250 (1st Year Fees) |
| #10 | BITS Pilani – Pilani Campus | Rating: 4.9/5 | CAT 2024 Cutoff: 80 | January 21 – April 18, 2025 | ₹5,71,575 (1st Year Fees) |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Sessions | Two (Session 1 & Session 2) |
| Courses Offered | BTech, BE, BArch, BPlan |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Event | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Release | Nov 2025 | Feb 2026 |
| Application Start | Nov 2025 | Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Dec 2025 | Mar 2026 |
| Application Correction | Dec 2025 | Mar 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Jan 2026 | Apr 2026 |
| Exam Dates | Jan 2026 | Apr 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | Jan 2026 | Apr 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Feb 2026 | Apr 2026 |
✅ Candidates can appear in both sessions, and the best score will be considered for ranking.
| Section | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | Physics | 20 | 80 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 80 | |
| Mathematics | 20 | 80 | |
| Section B | Numerical (Any 5 each) | 15 (attempt 5) | 60 |
| Total | — | 75 | 300 |
Marking Scheme: +4 for correct, -1 for wrong
Duration: 3 hours
| Result Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Scorecard | Percentile-wise |
| Rank | All India Rank (AIR) |
| Normalization | Yes (multiple shifts) |
| Validity | 1 year |
| Top Candidates | Eligible for JEE Advanced 2026 |
Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates (approx.) from JEE Main are eligible for JEE Advanced.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2026 |
| Conducting Body | IIT (One of the IITs) |
| Exam Mode | CBT |
| Papers | Paper 1 & Paper 2 (Mandatory) |
| Courses | BTech, BS, Dual Degree |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start | April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | May 2026 |
| Exam Date | May/June 2026 |
| Response Sheet | June 2026 |
| Answer Key | June 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June 2026 |
| AAT (Architecture Test) | June 2026 |
| Paper | Subjects | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | 3 Hours |
⚠️ Marking scheme varies each year and may include:
MCQs
Numerical value questions
Match-the-following
Partial marking
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Result Format | Marks + All India Rank |
| Rank List | Common Rank List (CRL), Category-wise |
| Qualification | Required for IIT admission |
| Score Validity | 1 year |
| Counselling Body | JoSAA |
|---|---|
| Participating Institutes | IITs, NITs, IIITs, GFTIs |
| Mode | Online |
| Rounds | 6–7 |
| Start Date | June 2026 (Expected) |
JEE Advanced Rank (for IITs)
JEE Main Rank (for NITs/IIITs)
Category
Home State quota
Choices filled
| Feature | JEE Main | JEE Advanced |
|---|---|---|
| Conducted By | NTA | IIT |
| Difficulty | Moderate–High | Very High |
| Attempts | Multiple | Limited |
| Purpose | NITs/IIITs | IITs |
| Ranking | Percentile | AIR |
Class 11 & 12 PCM students
Droppers targeting IITs/NITs
Students aiming for top engineering colleges in India
The JEE Main & Advanced 2026 exams demand early planning, concept clarity, and smart strategy. Understanding exam dates, pattern, results, and counselling flow in advance gives aspirants a strong advantage. Students are advised to regularly check official websites and prepare according to the latest syllabus and exam trends.
