JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Revised @jeemain.nta.nic.in, Check Schedule

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates have been revised on 8th January 2026 on the official portal jeemain.nta.nic.in. The examination will now be conducted from 21 to 29 January 2026. Admit cards will be released before the exam on the official website.

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JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Date: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has updated the schedule for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. According to the latest notification, the examination will now be held from 21 January to 29 January 2026, instead of extending till 30 January. This change was announced following the release of the exam city intimation slip on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, shortening the exam window by one day.

The exam will be conducted in two shifts each day. Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) and Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning) will have durations ranging from 3 to 3.5 hours. Admit cards are expected to be released three days before the exam, while the provisional answer key is likely to be published in early February 2026. These dates are important for candidates seeking admission to NITs, IIITs, and other participating institutes

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Revised Exam Date

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct JEE Main 2026 Session 1 at various exam centres across India and in 15 international cities. Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) will be held from 21 to 24 and 28 January 2026 in two shifts: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning), and the combined Paper 2A & 2B will take place on 29 January 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule Overview

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule provides complete information on registration, test, and result dates. All the important events related to the JEE exam are mentioned in the schedule itself. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule Overview

Event Name

JEE Main 2026 Registration

Exam Name

Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main

Board Name

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Academic Year

2025–26

Stream

Engineering, Architecture

Programmes

Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), Bachelor of Planning (BPlanning)

Level

Undergraduate (UG)

Sessions

First: January 2026

Second: April 2026

Official Website

jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates For Session 1 

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates for Session 1 have been provided in a table format. Candidates should follow the information to register for the JEE exam and pay the fee. 

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates For Session 1 

Events

Dates

Online Submission of Application Form

October 31 to November 27, 2025

Last date of successful transaction of fee through Credit/Debit Card/Net-Banking/UPI

November 27, 2025

Announcement of the City of Examination

First Week of January 2026

Downloading Admit Cards from the NTA website

Will be announced later on the website

Date(s) of Examination

From January 21 to January 30, 2026, January 29, 2026

Centre, Date and Shift

As indicated in the Admit Card

Display of Recorded Responses

To be announced later on the website

Declaration of Result on the NTA website

By February 12, 2026 (Tentative)

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Official Notification Out

The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Official Notification has been published on the portal in the PDF format. Students can download the notification file online. They can check the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule. Interested students who want to pursue the B.Tech course program in India. They should appear in the JEE entrance test and fill out the form. The deadline to submit the form with the fee payment was November 27, 2025. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Official Notification Out

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Link

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Link was activated on the official website. Students can register online and fill out the form only through the online mode. As per the information mentioned in the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule, the last date to pay the fee was November 27, 2025. Students should ensure that they correctly fill out the details in the application form. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Link

How to Register for JEE Main 2026?

Candidates should follow the list of steps to start the registration process after referring to the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule. 

Step 1: Candidates should visit the JEE portal online. 

Step 2: Go to the JEE Main 2026 registration link on the portal. 

Step 3: Register for the portal using the active email address, mobile number, and other relevant information. 

Step 4: Students will get the login ID and password to log in and fill out the form. 

Step 5: Fill the form carefully without any mistakes. 

Step 6: Upload the required documents. 

Step 7: Make the application fee payment before the last date. 

Step 8: Submit the application form and take the printout for reference. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Fee

Candidates are required to pay the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Fee. It is for the final submission of the application form. Candidates should refer to the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule to pay the registration fee. The last date to pay the fee was November 27, 2025. 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Fee

Type of Paper

Category

Gender

Centres in India (₹)

Centres Outside India (₹)

Paper 1: B.E./B. Tech OR Paper 2A: B. Arch OR Paper 2B: B. Planning

General

Male

1000

5000

 

Female

800

4000

Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL)

Male

900

4500

 

Female

800

4000

SC / ST / PwD / PwBD

Male

500

2500

 

Female

500

2500

Third Gender

500

3000

Paper 1 & Paper 2 combinations (Any two or all three papers: B.E./B. Tech, B. Arch, B. Planning)

General / Gen-EWS / OBC (NCL)

Male

2000

10000

 

Female

1600

8000

SC / ST / PwD / PwBD

Male

1000

5000

 

Female

1000

5000

Third Gender

1000

5000

 PW Disha Online Mentoring Platform

PhysicsWallah has started an initiative known as PW Disha. It is an online one-to-one mentoring program to guide students to prepare effectively for JEE Main. The key features of the program include:

  • Students can connect with experienced mentors.

  • One-to-one mentorship guidance provided to JEE aspirants. 

  • The first free 5-minute chat session is available for students. 

  • Connect with the dedicated team for doubts related to JEE exam preparation

 

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule - FAQs

What are the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates Schedule?

National Testing Agency (NTA) has revised the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam dates. The examination will now be held from 21 to 29 January 2026.

When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 notification be released?

JEE Main 2026 official notification has already been released on the NTA website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.

When will the admit card for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 be available?

JEE Main 2026 admit cards will be released a few days before the exam on the official website.

How can I check my JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam date and shift?

Candidates can check their exact exam date, centre, and shift details in their admit card.

When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 result be declared?

The result is expected to be announced by February 12, 2026 (tentatively) on the NTA website.