The registration process for JEE Mains 2026 Session 1 is about to begin. The NTA will conduct the exam in two sessions in January and April 2026.

This is very important news for students preparing for the JEE exam. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will announce the registration dates for Session 1 very soon. As soon as the dates are announced, candidates will be able to apply online by visiting the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. NTA has already released the exam dates for both sessions of JEE Mains 2026.

Session 1 will be held between January 21 and 30, 2026, while Session 2 will be held between April 1 and 10, 2026. The exam is scheduled for two shifts: the first shift is from 9 am to 12 pm, and the second shift is from 3 pm to 6 pm.

Who can take the exam?

The JEE Main exam is one of the most prestigious engineering exams in the country. It provides admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other recognized engineering colleges across the country. It is also a prerequisite for appearing in the JEE Advanced exam, which is conducted for admission to IITs.

This exam consists of two papers:

Paper 1: For admission to BE/B.Tech courses

Paper 2: For admission to B.Arch (Architecture) and B.Planning courses

How to register:

First, visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Click on the “JEE Main 2026 Registration” link on the homepage.

Enter your details in the new window and register.

Then log in to your registered account.

Fill out the application form and upload all required documents.

Pay the application fee online.

After submitting the form, download a printout and keep it safe for future reference.

Why is the JEE Mains exam special?

Millions of students appear for this exam every year. This exam not only paves the way for admission to engineering colleges but also serves as the first step towards top institutions like the IITs. Paper 1 allows students to pursue a BE or B.tech degree, while Paper 2 provides admission to architecture and planning courses.

The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode (CBT). Questions will be asked from Physics, Chemistry, and Math. Each question has four options, and there is negative marking for incorrect answers.