Candidates are required to submit the scanned copies of the documents required for JEE Advanced 2026 Registration and upload them in PDF format.
- The JEE Advanced 2026 registration process will start on April 23, 2026, at 10 am and will continue till May 02, 2026.
- The last date for fee payment of registered candidates is May 04, 2026.
- The JEE Advanced 2026 examination will be scheduled on May 17, 2026.
Related Articles:
Documents Required for JEE Advanced Registration 2026
Since only JEE Main qualified candidates can register for JEE Advanced 2026, documents such as a photograph, signature, etc., are not required. The photograph, signature, etc., all uploaded in PDF format at the time of JEE Main 2026 registrations, are used by the authorities.
| Uploading Certificates | Remarks | Min Size (KB) | Max Size (KB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class-X or Birth Certificate | Required for all candidates | 50 | 300 |
| Class-XII (or equivalent) Mark Sheet | Optional for candidates who appeared for class XII for the first time in 2026. Mandatory for all other candidates. | 50 | 300 |
| Category Certificate | Required only for SC /ST /OBC-NCL/GEN-EWS candidates | 50 | 300 |
| PwD Certificate | Only for those who have opted for PwD as Yes. Also, for OCI/PIO PwD Candidates who have secured an OCI/PIO card before 4th March 2022. | 50 | 300 |
| Persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing Certificate | Only for those who have selected “having disability and difficulty in writing” as “Yes” | 50 | 300 |
| Scribe Request Letter(Amanuensis-I) | Only for those who have selected PwD as “Yes” and percentage of disability is between 40 and 100. and Scribe Request Letter as “Yes” | 50 | 300 |
| Scribe Request Letter(Amanuensis-II) | Only for those who have selected “having disability and difficulty in writing” as “Yes” and Scribe Request Letter as “Yes” | 50 | 300 |
| Compensatory Time Request Letter-I | Only for those who have opted PwD as “Yes” and percentage of disability is between 40 and 100 and opted for Compensatory Time | 50 | 300 |
| Compensatory Time Request Letter-II | Only for those who have selected “having disability and difficulty in writing” as “Yes” and opted for Compensatory Time | 50 | 300 |
| DS Certificate | Only for those who have opted DS as “Yes” | 50 | 300 |
| OCI/PIO (F) Card / Foreign Passport or Citizenship Certificate | For those whose nationality is OCI/PIO (F) or Foreign Nationals | 50 | 300 |
JEE Advanced 2026 Documents Required by Foreign Nationals
The OCI/PIO (F) and Foreign Nationals require a separate list of scanned documents while filling JEE Advanced Application Form. The list of documents required for JEE Advanced has been listed below for OCI/ PIO (F) and foreign nationals:
| Uploading Documents | Remarks | Format | Min Size (KB) | Max Size (KB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Required for all candidates | JPG | 4 | 100 |
| Signature | Required for all candidates | JPG | 1 | 30 |
| Photo Identity Proof | Required for all candidates | 50 | 300 | |
| OCI/PIO Card or Foreign Passport or Citizenship Certificate | For those who are OCI/PIO card holders or whose nationality is Foreign | 50 | 300 | |
| Birth certificate for age proof | Required for all candidates | 50 | 300 | |
| Class 12 (or equivalent) Mark Sheet | Optional for candidates who appeared for class 12 for the first time in 2026. Mandatory for all other candidates. | 50 | 300 | |
| PwD Certificate | Only for OCI/PIO PwD Candidates who have secured OCI/PIO card before 4th March 2021. | 50 | 300 | |
| Persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing Certificate | Only for those who have selected “having disability and difficulty in writing” as “Yes” | 50 | 300 | |
| Scribe Request Letter(Amanuensis-I) | Only for those who have selected PwD as “Yes” and percentage of disability is between 40 and 100. and Scribe Request Letter as “Yes” | 50 | 300 | |
| Scribe Request Letter(Amanuensis-II) | Only for those who have selected “Persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing” as “Yes” and Scribe Request Letter as “Yes” | 50 | 300 | |
| Compensatory Time Request Letter-I | Only for those who have opted PwD as “Yes” and percentage of disability is between 40 and 100 and opted for Compensatory Time | 50 | 300 | |
| Compensatory Time Request Letter-II | Only for those who have selected “Persons having less than 40% disability and having difficulty in writing” as “Yes” and opted for Compensatory Time | 50 | 300 | |
| Testimonial (if required) | Optional | 50 | 300 |
For All Candidates:
- Class 10th certificate displaying the candidate's date of birth. Alternatively, a birth certificate can also be submitted.
- Class 12th or equivalent examination certificate for candidates who have recently passed the qualifying exam. If the mark sheet or pass certificate is available, it must be uploaded.
- - If the candidate's name does not match the name given in the Class 10th or birth certificate, a gazette notification indicating the name change- must be provided.
For Admission Under the GEN-EWS Category:
GEN-EWS certificate issued by the competent authority on or after April 1 of the current year, adhering to the latest government guidelines. In case the certificate is not available during the application process, a declaration can be uploaded as an alternative.
For Admission Under the OBC-NCL Category:
OBC-NCL certificate issued by the competent authority on or after April 1 of the current year, following the latest government guidelines. Similar to the GEN-EWS category, a declaration can be uploaded if the certificate is not available during the application process.
For Admission Under the SC or ST Category:
Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority on or after April 1 of the current year, in accordance with the latest government guidelines.
For Admission Under the PwD Category:
- Physical Disability certificate issued by the competent medical authority.
- Candidates falling under the Dyslexia category must submit FORM-DYSLEXIC 1 with Severe remarks to avail PwD category benefits.
For Compensatory Time:
Candidates requiring compensatory time must submit a letter along with the Compensatory Time form and a copy of the Disability Certificate to the Chairman of the nearest Zonal Coordinating IIT.
For Scribe Services:
Candidates in need of scribe services must submit a request letter along with the Scribe form to the Chairman of the nearest Zonal Coordinating IIT.
For Admission Under the DS Category:
Candidates must submit a certificate issued by the Armed Forces Personnel record offices to be considered for admission under the DS category.
For Students Whose Class 12th Examination Board is Outside India or Not Listed:
Students in this category must provide a certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities, confirming the equivalence of their qualifying examination to the Class 12th examination.
JEE Advanced 2026 Documents Required PDF
The authorities provide candidates with the list of JEE Advanced 2026 documents required PDF with the correct format to be submitted at the time of registration. Candidates can check the list below for JEE Advanced documents required PDF.
| Form Name | Download PDF |
|---|---|
| GEN-EWS certificate | Download |
| OBC-NCL certificate | Download |
| SC-ST certificate | Download |
| Form PwD (II) | Download |
| Form PwD (III) | Download |
| Form PwD (IV) | Download |
| Form Dyslexic-1 | Download |
| Form Dyslexic-2 | Download |
| Form Disability and having difficulty in writing | Download |
| Form DS | Download |
| Form Scribe (Amanuensis)-I | Download |
| Form Scribe (Amanuensis)-II | Download |
| Form Compensatory Time-I | Download |
| Form Compensatory Time-II | Download |
| Declaration by the candidate in lieu of OBC-NCL certificate | Download |
| Declaration by the candidate in lieu of GEN-EWS certificate | Download |
Documents Required for JEE Advanced Exam Centers 2026
JEE Advanced Admit Card 2026 is a mandatory document required to be carries to the exam center on the day of the exam. Candidates also require a valid original photo identity card. Any one og the following can be accepted as a valid proof,
- Aadhaar Card,
- School/College/Institute ID,
- Driving License,
- Voter ID,
- Passport,
- PAN Card,
- Notarized Certificate with photograph
Also Check: JEE Advanced 2026 Dress Code and Exam Day Guidelines
Documents Required for JEE Advanced Counselling 2026
JEE Advanced Counselling is conducted through JoSAA. Candidates are required to submit all the documents required for JEE Advanced Counselling along with one attested photocopy during the document verification for provisional admission.
- JEE Advanced 2026 Original Admit Card
- JEE Advanced 2026 Seat Allotment Letter from JOCSAP website
- JEE Advanced Application Form (duly filled)
- Duly filled medical examination report
- Birth Proof — Class Xth /HSC/Birth Certificate/Any other certificate as proof of data of birth
- Class 12th or Equivalent Examination Mark sheet and Passing Certificate
- Category Certificate (OBC (NCL)/SC/ST/PwD/DS) issued by competent authority as per the format in the JEE Advanced 2026 Brochure
- Criteria for Foreign National students — Attested photocopy of the page in the passport comprising the name, photo and nationality.
- DD towards the registration fee. It would be later adjusted towards the tuition fee, to be paid at the time of admission.
It is important to note that submitting incorrect or insufficient documents may result in disqualification from the evaluation, ranking, and admission process. If such a candidate has already been admitted to an IIT, their admission will be canceled. Therefore, candidates should ensure that they have the necessary documents in order to proceed with the application process smoothly and successfully.
Documents Required FAQs
Ques. What documents are required for filling out the JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form?
Ans. The documents required for filling out the JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form include:
- Class 10th certificate (or birth certificate) displaying the candidate's date of birth.
- Class 12th or equivalent examination certificate (for candidates who have passed the qualifying exam in the current year).
- If the candidate's name does not match the name on the Class 10th or birth certificate, a gazette notification for the name change is required.
Ques. Are there any specific documents required for different categories?
Ans. Yes, there are specific documents required for different categories:
- GEN-EWS category: GEN-EWS certificate issued by the competent authority complying with the latest government guidelines.
- OBC-NCL category: OBC-NCL certificate issued by the competent authority complying with the latest government guidelines.
- SC or ST category: Caste certificate issued by the competent authority complying with the latest government guidelines.
- PwD category: Physical disability certificate issued by the competent medical authority. Candidates under the Dyslexia category must submit FORM-DYSLEXIC 1 with Severe remarks.
- DS category: Certificate issued by the Armed Forces Personnel record offices.
Ques. What documents are required for candidates requiring compensatory time or scribe services?
Ans. Candidates requiring compensatory time must submit a letter along with the Compensatory Time form and a copy of the Disability Certificate. Candidates in need of scribe services must submit a request letter along with the Scribe form.
Ques. Are there any additional documents required for students whose Class 12th examination board is outside India or not listed?
Ans. Yes, students in this category must submit a certificate issued by the Association of Indian Universities to showcase the equivalence of their qualifying examination to the Class 12th examination.
Ques. What happens if a candidate fails to submit the required documents?
Ans. If a candidate fails to submit the required documents or submits incorrect documents, they may be excluded from the evaluation, ranking, and admission process. In the case of already admitted candidates, their admission will be canceled.
Comments