The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct JEE (Main) 2026 in two sessions:

• Session 1: January 2026

• Session 2: April 2026

• Application Form for Session 1: October 2025

• Official Website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Filling the JEE Main application form incorrectly can lead to rejection. This comprehensive guidance helps you complete registration 100% error-free.

🔰 Before You Begin: Mandatory Document Updates

NTA advises all aspirants to update the following documents before applying:

✅ 1. Aadhaar Card (must reflect correct details)

• Name as per Class 10 certificate

• Correct Date of Birth

• Recent updated photograph

• Current address

• Father’s name

✅ 2. UDID Card (for PwD candidates)

• Must be valid and updated

• Must be renewed if required

✅ 3. Category Certificate (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL)

• Must be valid

• Must follow latest format

• OBC-NCL must be from latest financial year

✅ Step-by-Step JEE Main 2026 Registration Process

✅ Step 1: New Registration

Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in → Click “New Registration”

Fill in:

• Name

• Father’s & Mother’s name

• DOB

• Gender

• Mobile number

• Email ID

• Security question

• Create password

After submission →
✅ Application Number generated (Save it)

✅ Step 2: Fill Application Form

✅ A. Personal Information

• Name

• DOB

• Category

• PwD status

• Address

• Identity type

✅ B. Examination Details

• Choose paper(s): B.Tech / B.Arch / B.Planning

• Select 4 exam cities

• Select language

✅ C. Educational Details

• Class 10 details

• Class 12 details

• School information

✅ Step 3: Upload Required Documents

✅ Photo Requirements

• Recent colour photo

• 80% face visible

• White background

• Ears visible

• No mask

⚠️ Strict Warning

Upload ONLY your own:
✅ Photo
✅ Signature
✅ Certificates

Uploading someone else’s documents will be treated as Unfair Means (UFM) → form cancellation.

✅ Step 4: Fee Payment

Pay via:

• Net Banking

• Debit Card

• Credit Card

• UPI

Bank charges + GST extra.

✅ After successful payment:

• Confirmation Page appears → download + print

❗ If Confirmation Page does NOT appear:

• Payment failed

• Contact bank for refund

• Make payment again

✅ Step 5: Download Confirmation Page

Save a copy in:
✔ PDF
✔ Cloud drive
✔ Print format

✅ Password Creation Guidelines

Password must include:

• 8–13 characters

• 1 uppercase

• 1 lowercase

• 1 number

• 1 special character (!@#$%^&*-)

✅ Reset Options

• Security question

• OTP on mobile

• Email reset link

Always log out after completing the session.

✅ Checklist Before Final Submission

✅ Personal Details

✔ Name as per Class 10
✔ DOB
✔ Category
✔ PwD status

✅ Document Verification

✔ Photo clear
✔ Signature readable
✔ PDF files correct
✔ Valid category/PwD certificate

✅ Aadhaar

✔ Name & DOB match Class 10
✔ Updated photo

✅ Common Errors to Avoid

❌ Blurred photograph
❌ Wrong certificate format
❌ Expired OBC-NCL certificate
❌ Wrong exam city selection
❌ Multiple registrations
❌ Incorrect signature size

✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

✅ 1. Can I apply for both sessions?

Yes. Session 2 application opens separately.

✅ 2. Is Aadhaar mandatory?

Aadhaar is recommended but not mandatory.

✅ 3. Can I edit my application form?

Yes, during the NTA correction window.

✅ 4. What if payment fails?

If the confirmation page is not generated, payment has failed.

✅ 5. What is the accepted format of photographs?

Recent colour photo with 80% face visible on a white background.

✅ 6. Is last year’s OBC-NCL certificate valid?

No. It must be from the latest financial year.

✅ 7. What causes form rejection?

Invalid documents, incorrect details, wrong certificates, or uploading someone else’s information.