JEE Main 2026 Registration to Begin Soon: NTA Introduces Aadhaar-Based Autofill; Check Complete Details

NTA is likely to release JEE Main 2026 application form soon. Last year, the registration process began on October 28, 2025, around 06:00 PM, so you should stay alert for the official announcement.

National Testing Agency made an announcement of a major update in JEE Main 2026 registration process. To make the application simpler, accurate, and faster, the agency has introduced a system named Aadhaar-based auto-filling. This new feature will automatically fetch your personal details from the Aadhaar database. This process is designed to reduce manual errors and save a lot of time.

 

Direct Link: JEE Main Registration 2026 (Open Soon)

 

NTA has also advised all JEE Main 2026 aspirants to check and update their Aadhaar card details before starting the registration.

As per the public advisory NTA issued on October 19, 2025, details like your name, DOB, gender, and address will now be automatically filled from your Aadhaar card during the time of JEE Main 2026 application. However, you will still need to manually enter the details of your parents or guardians, as this information is not available by UIDAI.

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What are the Important Dates for JEE Main 2026?

Check the following table, JEE Main 2026 dates are given below:

JEE Main 2026 Dates
Event	Date
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Start	October 2025
Exam Date Session 1	January 21 - January 30, 2026
Session 2 Registration Start	Last week of January 2026
Exam Date Session 2	April 01 - April 10, 2026

What is the Process of JEE Main 2026 Registration?

To apply for NTA JEE Main 2026 session 1 follow these steps listed below:

• Step 1: Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in.
• Step 2: Click on “New Candidate Registration” to start the process.
• Step 3: Complete the registration by providing the needed details and note the generated JEE Main 2026 application number.
• Step 4: Log in using your credentials, fill in the remaining details, and upload the necessary documents.
• Step 5: Make payment of JEE Main 2026 application fee through available online payment methods and submit the form.
• Step 6: Save and print the confirmation page for your records.

What to Do In Case Aadhaar Name Mismatch with Class 10 Certificate During JEE Main 2026 Registration?

If you find a difference between the name mentioned on your Aadhaar card and class 10 certificate, you will be given an option by NTA to correct it directly through JEE Main portal. This feature will resolve such errors without delaying the application process of JEE Main 2026.

Also Read

• JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2026
• JEE Main 2026 Admit Card

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents need to be updated during JEE Main 2026 application? +

Ans: You must update these following documents during JEE Main 2026 application form submission:

• Aadhar card
• Class 10 marksheet
• Scanned photograph and signature
• Income certificate (If applicable)
• Category certificate (If applicable)
• UDID card for PwD applicants

What is JEE Main application fee? +

Ans: JEE Main registration fee is different based on factors like gender, category, and chosen exam centre. Check previous year’s fee structure provided below as reference:

JEE Main Registration Fee
Category	Exam Centres in India	Exam Centres Outside India
UR/EWS/OBC (Male)	INR 1000	INR 5000
UR/EWS/OBC (Female)	INR 800	INR 4000
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender	INR 500	INR 2500

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