JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee, Category-Wise Fee for India & Abroad

JEE Main 2026 aspirants must pay the registration fee online to complete their application form. The fee structure varies depending on the candidate’s category, gender, and exam centre location (India or abroad). Without payment, the application will not be accepted by NTA. Here are complete details on the JEE Main 2026 registration fee, including category-wise charges, payment modes, and refund rules. It also explains how to make payments online safely using credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI, or Paytm to ensure a successful submission.

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JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee

JEE Main 2026 registration started on 31 October 2025 and continued till 27 November 2025 (up to 9:00 P.M.). Every candidate applying must pay the registration fee online before the last date, as applications without successful fee payment will not be accepted. 

The last date for successful transaction of the JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee is 27 November 2025 (up to 11:50 P.M.). The registration fee for JEE Main 2026 depends on your category, gender, and the selected exam centre location (India or Abroad). Below you can see the detailed fee structure for each category.

Category-Wise JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee

Here are JEE Main 2026 registration fees for different categories, genders, and exam centre locations. These are the official fees for one paper (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, or B.Planning).

For clarity, look at each category and the fees for male and female candidates, both in India and outside:

 

If you select two papers, the fee doubles. For more than one paper, remember to check the updated fee before paying.​

How to Pay JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee Online?

Paying your JEE Main 2026 registration fee online is easy. You should follow these steps to make sure your payment is successful:

1. Log in to the JEE Main 2026 registration portal.

2. Fill in the application form with correct information.

3. Choose the paper and exam centre you want.

4. You will see the registration fee amount calculated for your category and choices.

5. Select your preferred JEE Main fee payment mode (like Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Paytm).

6. Enter the required details and complete the payment.

7. Save and print the confirmation page for your records.

The application will only be accepted after your JEE Main registration fee is paid successfully online.​

JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee Payment Modes

All JEE Main 2026 registration fees must be paid online. Here are the payment modes accepted:

• Debit Card (all major banks)

• Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, RuPay)

• Net Banking

• UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, BHIM)

• Paytm Wallet

You cannot pay the JEE Main 2026 fee by cash, cheque, or demand draft. Read all instructions at the payment gateway screen before paying. Make sure there is enough balance in your account or card.​

Small charges and GST may apply, depending on your bank or payment provider. The payment process is secure, and you will get a receipt as proof of payment.

JEE Main 2026 Fee Payment, Refund & Correction

Once you make the payment, it cannot be refunded. If you pay extra by mistake, NTA will not refund the additional fee. Review your details before making payment to avoid mistakes.

In case you made an error, the NTA will open a correction window after registration closes. During this time, you can correct some specific details. However, fee payment cannot be changed or refunded after payment. The fee for the JEE Main 2026 is non-refundable, so double-check your category and paper selection.

The NTA's correction window allows only certain fields to be edited, not your payment details or paid categories.​

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