JEE Advanced 2026 is the second stage of the Joint Entrance Examination and the only gateway to the 23 IITs in India. The exam is conducted by IIT Roorkee this year and was held on 17 May 2026 in computer-based mode. The latest update is that the JEE Advanced 2026 result was declared on 1 June 2026, and the AAT 2026 registration window is open from 1 to 2 June 2026 for candidates who want to study B.Arch at the IITs.
- AAT Registration: The JEE Advanced AAT 2026 registration is open from 1 June and closes today, 2 June 2026, at 5:00 PM. Only candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced 2026 can apply.
- AAT Exam: The Architecture Aptitude Test will be held on 4 June 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in a single 3-hour paper for B.Arch admission at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT (BHU) Varanasi.
- AAT Result: The AAT 2026 result is expected on 7 June 2026 at 5:00 PM. It is a pass-or-fail test, so no marks or rank will be shown.
- JoSAA Counselling: JoSAA 2026 registration and choice filling begins on 2 June 2026 for admission to 23 IITs through 6 rounds of seat allotment, expected to run till late July 2026.
What is JEE Advanced 2026?
JEE Advanced 2026 is the national-level entrance exam for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). It is the second and final stage of the Joint Entrance Examination. You can appear for JEE Advanced 2026 only after you clear JEE Main 2026 and rank among the top 2,50,000 candidates across all categories.
This year, IIT Roorkee is the organising institute. The exam decides admission to more than 18,000 B.Tech, B.Arch and dual-degree seats in the 23 IITs. This makes JEE Advanced one of the toughest and most competitive engineering entrance exams in the world.
The exam has two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers are compulsory and cover Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. JEE Advanced 2026 was held on 17 May 2026 in computer-based test (CBT) mode. The quick summary below covers the most important details you should know.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2026 (Joint Entrance Examination Advanced) |
| Organising Institute | IIT Roorkee |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper 1 and Paper 2 (both compulsory) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Exam Date | 17 May 2026 |
| Result Date | 1 June 2026 (Out) |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech, B.Arch, Dual Degree, Integrated Programmes |
| Seats | More than 18,000 seats across 23 IITs |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
JEE Advanced 2026 Result
The JEE Advanced 2026 result was declared on 1 June 2026 by IIT Roorkee on the official website. You can check your result and download the scorecard by logging in with your registration number and date of birth. The result shows your subject-wise marks, total marks, All India Rank (AIR) and category rank.
This year, 1,87,389 candidates registered and 1,79,694 candidates appeared in both papers. Out of these, 56,880 candidates qualified JEE Advanced 2026. The number of girls who qualified was 10,107.
Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone topped the exam with 330 out of 360 marks and secured AIR 1. The result also decides who is eligible for JoSAA counselling and for the AAT.
Your scorecard will be available on the candidate portal only for a limited period. You should download and save a copy before the window closes.
The category-wise rank list and the qualifying status are part of the result. Along with the result, IIT Roorkee also released the final answer key on 1 June 2026.
JEE Advanced AAT 2026
The JEE Advanced AAT 2026 (Architecture Aptitude Test) is for candidates who want to study B.Arch at the IITs. The AAT registration is open from 1 June 2026 and closes today, 2 June 2026, at 5:00 PM. You can apply only if you have qualified JEE Advanced 2026.
The AAT is conducted for B.Arch admission at three IITs only. These are IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT (BHU) Varanasi. There is no extra fee structure for AAT in most cases, and you can apply through the same JEE Advanced portal.
| AAT 2026 Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| AAT Registration | 1 June 2026 (10:00 AM) to 2 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| AAT Exam | 4 June 2026 (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM) |
| AAT Result | 7 June 2026 (5:00 PM) |
AAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The AAT 2026 is a single paper of 3 hours. It has around 16 questions and tests your drawing and design skills, not your Physics or Maths. The paper is offline at the IIT zonal centres.
The AAT syllabus covers five main areas:
- Freehand Drawing: Simple drawing of objects, scenes and activities from memory.
- Geometrical Drawing: Drawing of plans, elevations and 3D shapes of objects.
- Three-Dimensional Perception: Understanding of scale, proportion and building forms.
- Imagination and Aesthetic Sensitivity: Creativity, colour sense and design ideas.
- Architectural Awareness: Knowledge of famous buildings, architects and places.
The AAT 2026 is only a qualifying test. You are marked as Pass or Fail, and no marks, percentile or AAT rank is published. Once you pass the AAT, your B.Arch seat is decided strictly on your JEE Advanced 2026 All India Rank during JoSAA counselling.
You must carry your own drawing kit for the AAT. Pencils, erasers, colour pencils and geometry tools are not provided at the centre.
Source: JEE Advanced AAT Syllabus
JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates
The JEE Advanced 2026 dates are decided by IIT Roorkee. The table below lists the upcoming events first, followed by the events that are already over. You should follow this timeline closely if you are heading into the AAT or JoSAA counselling.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AAT 2026 Registration (closes today) | 1 - 2 June 2026 |
| JoSAA 2026 Registration and Choice Filling Begins | 2 June 2026 |
| AAT 2026 Exam | 4 June 2026 |
| AAT 2026 Result | 7 June 2026 |
| Foreign / OCI / PIO Registration | 6 April - 2 May 2026 (Over) |
| JEE Main Qualified Candidates Registration | 23 April - 2 May 2026 (Over) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | 4 May 2026 (Over) |
| Admit Card Download | 11 - 17 May 2026 (Over) |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam | 17 May 2026 (Over) |
| Response Sheet Released | 21 May 2026 (Over) |
| Provisional Answer Key | 25 May 2026 (Over) |
| Final Answer Key | 1 June 2026 (Over) |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result | 1 June 2026 (Over) |
JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility criteria are strict, and you must meet all of them to be allowed to appear. The most important condition is that you must be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates in JEE Main 2026. If you missed even one paper of JEE Advanced, you become ineligible to qualify.
Performance in JEE Main 2026
Only the top 2,50,000 candidates (all categories included) from JEE Main 2026 can sit for JEE Advanced. The category-wise breakup of this list is given below.
| Category | Percentage of Top 2,50,000 |
|---|---|
| OPEN (including OPEN-PwD) | 40.5% |
| GEN-EWS | 10% |
| OBC-NCL | 27% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
Age Limit and Number of Attempts
- Age Limit: For General, OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS candidates, you should be born on or after 1 October 2001. SC, ST and PwD candidates get a 5-year relaxation and should be born on or after 1 October 1996.
- Number of Attempts: You can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of 2 times, and only in 2 consecutive years.
- Class 12 Appearance: You should have appeared for Class 12 (or equivalent) for the first time in either 2025 or 2026, with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
- Earlier Admission: You should not have been admitted to an IIT earlier, even if you did not continue. Candidates who took admission in an IIT in 2025 are not eligible.
Source: JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility
JEE Advanced 2026 Registration and Application Process
The JEE Advanced 2026 registration was held from 23 April to 2 May 2026 for JEE Main qualified candidates. Foreign, OCI and PIO candidates could apply from 6 April 2026. The last date to pay the fee was 4 May 2026. This window is now closed.
The registration was a simple online process on the official portal. You had to use your JEE Main 2026 credentials to log in. The main steps were:
- Login: You logged in with your JEE Main 2026 registration number and password.
- Fill the Form: You entered your personal details and chose your exam city preferences.
- Upload Documents: You uploaded your Class 10 certificate, Class 12 details, category certificate and PwD certificate where needed.
- Pay the Fee: You paid the registration fee online to confirm your application.
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Indian Centres) |
|---|---|
| Female Candidates (all categories) | Rs. 1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 1,600 |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 3,200 |
The fee was non-refundable and had to be paid online. The fee for exam centres outside India was higher and was charged in US dollars.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam pattern has two papers. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are compulsory, and you must appear in both to be considered for the rank list. Each paper is 3 hours long and is held in computer-based mode.
Both papers have three sections, one each for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The question types and the marking scheme change every year and are different in each paper. There is no fixed pattern, so you have to read the on-screen instructions carefully during the exam.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2, both compulsory) |
| Duration | 3 hours per paper (4 hours for PwD candidates with scribe) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Question Types | MCQ (single correct), MCQ (multiple correct), numerical / integer type |
| Marking Scheme | Includes full, partial and negative marking (varies by section) |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
The total marks are decided by the organising institute each year and are usually around 360. Because the marking scheme keeps changing, you should focus on accuracy. A wrong answer in a single-correct question carries a negative mark, so you should avoid blind guessing.
JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus
The JEE Advanced 2026 syllabus is based on Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics of Class 11 and Class 12. The syllabus is wider and deeper than JEE Main, and the questions test how well you apply concepts. You should be strong in basics before moving to tough problems.
Physics
The Physics syllabus covers Mechanics, Thermal Physics, Electricity and Magnetism, Optics, and Modern Physics. Topics like Rotational Motion, Electrostatics and Current Electricity carry a high weightage.
Chemistry
The Chemistry syllabus has three parts, Physical, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. Important topics include Chemical Bonding, Coordination Compounds, Thermodynamics and General Organic Chemistry.
Mathematics
The Mathematics syllabus covers Algebra, Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Vectors and Probability. Calculus and Coordinate Geometry usually carry the most marks.
The syllabus also matches the NCERT topics for the most part, but the level of difficulty is higher. You should solve previous year papers to understand how concepts are mixed in a single question.
JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card
The JEE Advanced 2026 admit card was released on 11 May 2026 and was available till the exam day on 17 May 2026. You could download it from the official portal by logging in with your registration number, date of birth, mobile number and email.
The admit card carried your name, roll number, photograph, exam centre details and reporting time. You had to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. Without the admit card, entry to the centre was not allowed.
Now that the exam is over, the admit card is mainly useful as a reference document during JoSAA counselling and document verification. So you should keep it safe along with your scorecard.
JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key and Response Sheet
The JEE Advanced 2026 response sheet was released on 21 May 2026. It showed the answers you marked in both papers. The provisional answer key came out on 25 May 2026, and you could raise objections against it within the given window.
IIT Roorkee reviewed all the objections and then released the final answer key on 1 June 2026. The result was prepared on the basis of this final answer key. Using the response sheet and the answer key, you could calculate your expected marks even before the result.
The answer key is useful even after the result. You can use it to understand which questions you got wrong and to confirm how your final score was calculated. Both the response sheet and the answer key are available on the candidate portal.
JEE Advanced 2026 Cutoff and Qualifying Marks
The JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff has two parts. The first is the qualifying cutoff, which decides if your name enters the rank list. The second is the admission cutoff, which is the closing rank for each IIT and branch during JoSAA counselling.
To enter the rank list, you must score a minimum percentage in each subject and in total. The category-wise minimum percentages are given below. These percentages stay the same most years, while the actual marks change with the difficulty of the paper.
| Rank List | Minimum % in Each Subject | Minimum % Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL) | 10.0% | 35.0% |
| GEN-EWS / OBC-NCL Rank List | 9.0% | 31.5% |
| SC / ST / PwD Rank List | 5.0% | 17.5% |
| Preparatory Course Rank List | 2.5% | 8.75% |
The admission cutoff is different for each IIT and each branch. Top branches like Computer Science at IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi close at very low ranks, often within the top 100. Newer IITs and core branches close at higher ranks, which gives more candidates a chance.
The qualifying cutoff only makes you eligible for the rank list. Your actual seat depends on the JoSAA closing ranks, which are released after each counselling round.
JEE Advanced 2026 Marks vs Rank
The JEE Advanced 2026 marks vs rank analysis helps you guess your rank from your score. The exam is out of 360 marks, and even a small change in marks can move your rank by hundreds. So scoring a few extra marks really matters at the top.
The table below shows an indicative marks vs rank range based on past year trends. The actual ranks depend on the difficulty of the 2026 paper, so use this only as a rough guide.
| Marks (Out of 360) | Expected All India Rank (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 320 - 360 | 1 - 20 |
| 290 - 320 | 20 - 200 |
| 260 - 290 | 200 - 800 |
| 230 - 260 | 800 - 2,000 |
| 190 - 230 | 2,000 - 5,000 |
| 150 - 190 | 5,000 - 10,000 |
| 110 - 150 | 10,000 - 18,000 |
| 80 - 110 | 18,000 - 30,000 |
This year, the topper Shubham Kumar scored 330 marks for AIR 1. This shows that around 320 marks and above is enough to be in the top 20. For a seat in a top IIT, a rank under 5,000 to 6,000 is usually a safe target.
JoSAA Counselling 2026
The JoSAA counselling 2026 is the single window through which you get a seat in the IITs after JEE Advanced 2026. The registration and choice filling begins on 2 June 2026. The counselling is also common for NITs, IIITs and other government-funded institutes, but IIT seats are filled only through JEE Advanced ranks.
JoSAA 2026 manages admission to 138 institutes for the 2026-27 session. This includes 23 IITs, IISc Bengaluru, 31 NITs, IIEST Shibpur, 26 IIITs and 56 other government-funded technical institutes. The whole process runs through 6 rounds of seat allotment, expected to finish by late July 2026.
The JoSAA process follows the same cycle in every round:
- Registration and Choice Filling: You register and list your preferred institutes and branches in order.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on your rank, category and the choices you filled.
- Seat Acceptance and Fee Payment: You accept the seat and pay the seat acceptance fee.
- Document Upload and Reporting: You upload your documents for online verification.
If you qualify the AAT, you also get to add B.Arch choices during JoSAA counselling. So passing the AAT 2026 opens the architecture programmes at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT (BHU) Varanasi.
You should fill as many genuine choices as possible in order of preference. Locking too few choices can leave you without a seat in later rounds.
Source: JoSAA 2026 Official Website
Top IITs and Seat Matrix
JEE Advanced 2026 opens the door to more than 18,000 seats across the 23 IITs. The seats are spread over B.Tech, B.Arch, dual-degree and integrated programmes. The number of seats is different at each IIT, with the older IITs having the most seats.
| IIT | Approx. Seats |
|---|---|
| IIT Kharagpur | 1,899 |
| IIT (BHU) Varanasi | 1,589 |
| IIT Bombay | 1,368 |
| IIT Roorkee | 1,353 |
| IIT Goa | 157 |
The most preferred IITs are IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur and IIT Kharagpur. Computer Science Engineering is the most demanded branch and closes at the lowest ranks at these institutes.
Reservation of Seats
The seats at IITs are reserved as per government rules. The reservation is applied within the total seats of each IIT and branch.
- OBC-NCL: 27% of seats
- SC: 15% of seats
- ST: 7.5% of seats
- GEN-EWS: 10% of seats
- PwD: 5% horizontal reservation within each category
Female candidates also get supernumerary seats of up to 20% extra. These extra seats are added on top of the normal seats, so they do not reduce the seats available for male candidates.
JEE Advanced 2026 Toppers
The JEE Advanced 2026 toppers were announced along with the result on 1 June 2026. Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone topped the exam with 330 out of 360 marks and secured All India Rank 1. His score shows the high level of accuracy needed to top this exam.
| Rank | Candidate | Marks (Out of 360) |
|---|---|---|
| AIR 1 | Shubham Kumar | 330 |
| AIR 2 | Kabir Chhillar | 329 |
| AIR 3 | Jatin Chahar | 319 |
The top-ranked female candidate is Arohi Deshpande from the IIT Delhi zone. She secured Common Rank List position 77 with 280 marks. The strong show by the top candidates this year again proves that consistency in all three subjects is the key to a top rank.
JEE Advanced 2026 Preparation Tips
The JEE Advanced 2026 preparation needs a smart plan, not just long hours. The exam rewards clear concepts and problem-solving speed. If you are aiming for the next attempt, the tips below can help you build the right approach.
- Build Strong Basics: You should be clear with NCERT and standard concepts before solving tough problems.
- Solve Previous Papers: You should solve the last 10 years of JEE Advanced papers to understand the question style.
- Take Mock Tests: Regular mock tests in CBT mode help you manage time and reduce silly mistakes.
- Focus on Accuracy: Because of negative marking, you should avoid blind guessing and double-check your answers.
- Revise Often: You should keep short notes of formulas and revise them every week.
You should also keep a balance between speed and accuracy. The paper is long, so managing your energy across both papers is just as important as your knowledge. A calm and steady approach on exam day helps you score better.
FAQs
Ques. Is JEE Advanced 2026 result out?
Ans. Yes, the JEE Advanced 2026 result was declared on 1 June 2026 by IIT Roorkee. You can check it on the official website by logging in with your registration number and date of birth.
Ques. When is the JEE Advanced AAT 2026 registration?
Ans. The AAT 2026 registration is open from 1 June 2026 and closes on 2 June 2026 at 5:00 PM. Only candidates who have qualified JEE Advanced 2026 can apply for the AAT.
Ques. What is the AAT exam date 2026?
Ans. The JEE Advanced AAT 2026 will be held on 4 June 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The AAT result is expected on 7 June 2026.
Ques. How many candidates qualified JEE Advanced 2026?
Ans. A total of 56,880 candidates qualified JEE Advanced 2026. Out of these, 10,107 were girls. Around 1,79,694 candidates had appeared in both papers.
Ques. Who topped JEE Advanced 2026?
Ans. Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone topped JEE Advanced 2026 with 330 out of 360 marks and secured All India Rank 1. The top female candidate was Arohi Deshpande with CRL 77.
Ques. How many attempts are allowed for JEE Advanced?
Ans. You can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of 2 times, and only in 2 consecutive years. There is no limit on the number of attempts for JEE Main.
Ques. What is the eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026?
Ans. You must be among the top 2,50,000 candidates in JEE Main 2026. You should have appeared for Class 12 for the first time in 2025 or 2026, and meet the age and attempt limits.
Ques. How many seats are there in IITs through JEE Advanced 2026?
Ans. There are more than 18,000 seats across the 23 IITs. These cover B.Tech, B.Arch, dual-degree and integrated programmes, and are filled through JoSAA counselling.
Ques. How can I get a B.Arch seat in an IIT?
Ans. You must first qualify JEE Advanced 2026 and then pass the AAT. B.Arch is offered at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur and IIT (BHU) Varanasi, and seats are allotted on your JEE Advanced rank.
Ques. When does JoSAA counselling 2026 start?
Ans. JoSAA 2026 registration and choice filling begins on 2 June 2026. The counselling has 6 rounds of seat allotment and is expected to run till late July 2026.
Ques. What is a good rank in JEE Advanced 2026?
Ans. A rank under 5,000 to 6,000 is usually safe for a seat in a top IIT. For Computer Science at the most preferred IITs, you generally need a rank within the top few hundred.
Disclaimer: The information given above is based on official notifications and previous year trends. Dates and details may change, so you should always check the official JEE Advanced website for the latest updates.
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