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National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) - 2026 in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across two sessions: Session 1 (January 2026) and Session 2 (April 2026).
JEE Main official website for all updates and the online application is https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/. The application window for Session 1 will be open from October 31 to November 27, 2025, with the exam scheduled between January 21 and 30, 2026. The application for Session 2 is tentatively set to begin in the last week of January 2026, with exams between April 01 and 10, 2026.
NTA is expanding the number of exam cities and focusing on the needs of PwD/PwBD candidates. To minimize application difficulties. Aadhaar Authentication is to use obtaining a candidate's Name, DOB, Gender, Photograph and Address, though other details like parent names must be filled separately. Candidates with an Aadhaar name mismatch should refer to the NTA's advisory on the official website. Ensure your Aadhaar Card, UDID Card & Category Certificates (EWS/SC/ST/OBC-NCL) are updated and valid before applying to avoid future issues.
Check: NTA Introduces Aadhaar-Based Autofill for JEE Main 2026; Check Complete Details
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JEE Main 2026 Examination: Modes and Languages
JEE Main utilizes exam modes and question paper is offered in 13 languages. Check below:
Examination Modes: CBT vs. Pen & Paper Mode
The JEE Main 2026 utilizes the CBT mode for most papers, with one key exception given here:
- Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) & Paper 2B (B. Planning): Fully conducted in CBT mode.
- Paper 2A (B. Arch): A Hybrid Mode is used:
- Mathematics (Part-I) and Aptitude Test (Part-II) are conducted via CBT.
- The Drawing Test (Part-III) is a Pen and Paper (offline) mode and must be attempted on an A4 drawing sheet.
Language Options
In alignment with the NEP, the question paper can be taken in thirteen languages across various examination centers.
| Language | Examination Centre Coverage |
| English | All Centres in India and Abroad |
| English & Hindi | All Centres in India |
| English & Regional Languages | Available in Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu in specific regional centers (e.g., Gujarati in Gujarat/Daman & Diu). |
You cannot change the language option after submitting the application form. The Question Paper will always be provided in English and the language you choose; the English version will prevail in case of any discrepancy.
Paper Structure, Marking and Tie-Breaking
Below is a concise comparison of the B.Tech. paper versus B.Arch. and B.Plann papers, including crucial details on numerical answers and ranking priority.
Paper 1 Details (Total 300 Marks)
| Subject | Section A (MCQs) | Section B (Numerical) | Total Questions (Attempt 75) | Marks |
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 75 Total | 100 |
| Physics | ||||
| Chemistry |
- Numerical Questions (Section B): Answers must be entered as a correct integer value using the on-screen keypad and rounded off to the nearest integer.
- Merit/Ranking: Determined by NTA scores, with ties resolved first by subject NTA scores (Math > Physics > Chemistry), followed by the proportion of incorrect answers versus correct answers.
Paper 2A (B. Arch) Details (Total 400 Marks)
| Part | Subjects | Questions/Type | Marks | Mode |
| I | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | CBT |
| II | Aptitude Test | 50 MCQs | 200 | |
| III | Drawing Test | 2 Questions | 100 | Pen & Paper |
Tie-Breaker Order: Math Score > Aptitude Score> Drawing Test Score > Proportion of incorrect answers.
Paper 2B (B. Plann) Details (Total 400 Marks)
| Part | Subjects | Questions/Type (MCQs) | Marks | Mode |
| I | Mathematics | 20 MCQs + 5 Numerical | 100 | CBT |
| II | Aptitude Test | 50 MCQs | 200 | |
| III | Planning-Based | 25 MCQs | 100 |
Tie-Breaker Order: Math Score > Aptitude Score > Planning-Based Questions Score > Proportion of incorrect answers.
The JEE Main 2026: Mark Allocation
The following rules outline the JEE Main 2026 Marking Scheme MCQs and NVQs:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) – The Marking Rules
NTA has specific rules for handling MCQs questions with errors. Given below:
- Correct/Most Appropriate Answer: +4 Marks
- Incorrect Option Marked: -1 Mark
- Unanswered/Marked for Review: 0 Marks
- If multiple options are correct: Only those who marked any one of the correct options will be awarded +4 Marks.
- If ALL options are correct: +4 Marks will be awarded to all candidates who attempted.
Numerical Value Questions (Section B) – Scoring & Calculation
Numerical Value Questions (NVQs) in Section B also carry a negative marking, and candidates must follow a specific calculation rule:
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 Mark
- Unanswered: 0 Marks
- Question Dropped: If a question is found to be incorrect or dropped, +4 Marks will be awarded to ALL candidates who appeared for that particular shift.
You must perform calculations using any constants provided in the question. The final answer should be rounded off to the nearest integer before being entered on the screen.
Download: JEE Main 2026 Official Information Brochure (UPDATED VERSION)
JEE Main Duration: Standard vs. PwD/PwBD Candidates
The total time allocated for the JEE Main 2026 papers is as follows. Note the provision of compensatory time for PwD/PwBD candidates:
| Paper | Subjects | Standard Duration | PwD/PwBD Duration (with Scribe) |
| Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) | PCM | 3 hours | 4 hours |
| Paper 2A (B. Arch) | Math, Aptitude, Drawing | ||
| Paper 2B (B. Planning) | Math, Aptitude, Planning | ||
| Paper 2A & 2B (Both) | All Combined Subjects | 3 hours 30 minutes | 4 hours 10 minutes |
What's New: JEE Main 2026 Registration is LIVE: Direct NTA Application Form Link Here
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