JEE Main 2026 form correction: Those with defective photographs are required to make the required changes through JEE Main login on the official website, jeemain.nta.ac.in. A recent passport-size photograph with size 10 kb to 200 kb is required to be uploaded in a JPG/JPEG format. Check JEE Main 2026 Photo-size Guidelines
During JEE Main 2026 form correction, no changes can be made to Mobile Number, Email Address, Permanent Address, Present Address, Photograph, Session and Emergency Contact Details. JEE Mains correction in application form 2026 will be allowed only for certain details such as exam city, medium, education qualification, etc.
An additional fee is to be paid by candidates during JEE Main form correction 2026. The additional fee (wherever required) can be paid through Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) concluded the registration process for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 on February 25, 2026. As per the official notice, the deadline for JEE Main Session 2 registration will not be extended. The examination is scheduled to take place from April 1 to April 8, 2026. Since this is a one-time facility candidate must know that no changes can be made to the application form after the JEE Main 2026 correction date.
JEE Main 2026 Form Correction Dates
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Application Form Deadline (For session 2) | February 25, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Form Correction Window | February 27 – 28, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates | April 1 to April 8, 2026 |
Details that CANNOT be corrected in JEE Main 2026 Form
JEE Main Form Correction Details that cannot be corrected by the candidates during form correction window include:
- Mobile Number
- Email Address
- Permanent Address
- Correspondence Address
- Emergency Contact Details
- Session
- Photograph
Details that CAN be corrected in JEE Main 2026 Form
Details that can be corrected in JEE Main Form Correction have been categorised by NTA in different types.
ANY ONE of the details can be corrected:
- Candidate’s Name, or
- Father’s Name, or
- Mother’s Name
ALL the fields can be changed
- Class 10th or equivalent
- Class 12th or equivalent
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Category
- Sub-category / PwD
- Signature
Details that can be changed based on Permanent and Present Address
- Examination City
- Medium of the Exam
Additions that can be made to the application
- Paper
Details can be Edited During JEE Main Form Correction by Already Registered Candidates
NTA has specified details that can be corrected during the form correction process for students who also registered during the session 1 registration process. You can check the specified details in the section below.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Existing candidates i.e. candidates already registered and applied for both Session 1 and Session 2 during the registration period of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 | Candidates are allowed to edit or modify the following:
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| Existing candidates i.e. candidates registered and applied for Session 1 but did not apply for Session 2 during the registration period of JEE Main 2026 Session 1 | Candidates are allowed to edit or modify the following:
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Process of Rectification in JEE Main 2026 Form
Candidates often make mistakes while filling the online form either because of inexperience or confusion. Therefore, NTA opens JEE Main Form Correction window to edit the particulars in the application form. Follow the given steps to edit the credentials -
- Step 1 – Visit NTA JEE Main Official Website.
- Step 2 – Click on ‘Application Form Correction for JEE(Main) – 2026’ link
- Step 3 – Enter Application Number, Password and Security Pin to access application form for correction.
- Step 4 – Click on ‘Manage Form Particulars Correction’ to go to the next page
- Step 5 – Read the above-mentioned instructions and go ahead to make JEE Main Form Correction.
- Step 6 – Edit the information that needs correction except for the exam centre.
- Step 7 – Submit the application form. Pay the additional fee (if required).
JEE Main 2026 Application Form Status
- To access the form status (or rechecking form), login using application number and password.
- After that, click on the Status tab.
- The status of JEE Main Application Form 2026 will be mentioned.
Any of the following messages will be displayed on the user’s window:
Received – If the application form is successfully submitted
Unsuccessful – If the application form is Incomplete/Rejected/Not Submitted
Remove Image Discrepancy
JEE Main 2026 Form Correction- Photo-size Guidelines
JEE Main 2026 Image Correction Steps
- Step 1- Visit the official site of JEE Main 2026.
- Step 2- Click on the “Remove Image Discrepancy” link.
- Step 3- Candidates can login to their application page using their application form number and password.
- Step 4- Rectify the photo as per NTA specifications and click on “submit”
NTA answers FAQs related to JEE Main 2026 Form Correction
Ques. Can I correct my online application form for JEE Main 2026?
Ans. Yes, you can make changes to certain details in your online application form of JEE Main 2026. You can check the details that can be changed and that cannot be changed during the JEE Main correction window.
Ques. Can I add more Paper (Paper 1 or Paper 2A or Paper 2B) during JEE Main form correction?
Ans. Yes, you can add more papers during JEE Main 2026 form correction. Along with the addition of the paper you must pay the additional registration fee too for the addition of the paper.
Ques. Is there any fee for JEE Main application form correction?
Ans. NTA may require additional fee payment from candidates who make specific changes to their JEE Main applications. These changes include
- altering the category from SC/ST/Girls/PwD to General/OBC NCL, or
- opting for Paper 2 in addition to or instead of Paper 1.
In such cases, candidates must pay the difference between the initial application fee and the revised fee. Since the application fee for reserved categories is lower than the fee for General category students, reserved category candidates may need to pay an additional amount. For other changes in JEE Main application form, no additional fee will be charged.
JEE Main 2026 Helpline
Individual queries can be mailed to enquire about JEE Main 2026 at ntanationaltestingagency@gmail.com. If a candidate is facing issues in JEE Main 2026 Form Correction they can ask their doubts via mail by mentioning the following details:
- Name of Candidate
- Registration ID/Application Number
- Mistakes made in the Application Form
| Helpline Number: 011- 40759000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. Is there any correction fees for JEE Main?
Ans. Yes, additional correction fees (wherever payable) will be required to be paid by the candidates for JEE Main. Candidates can pay the form correction fees through Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI and Paytm.
Ques. Due to alterations that I have made, the fees paid is more than what is applicable to my present changes, what should I do now?
Ans. The difference in the JEE Main 2026 application fee will be refunded to the account.
Ques. While uploading the photograph in the JEE Main 2026 Application Form, I forgot to put my name under it. In the correction window, it shows no correction required. What should I do now?
Ans. This means that your application form is accepted and you don’t need to do any changes.
Ques. While filling in JEE Main Application Form, I made a mistake in filling my name. Will I be able to correct this?
Ans. Aadhar verified candidates will not be able to make changes in candidate name, date of birth, and gender while Aadhar not verified candidates can only change either of candidate name, Father’s Name, or Mother's Name in JEE Main Application Form.
Ques. I made a mistake while entering my Aadhaar Card Enrollment Number. Can I correct it in the JEE Main 2026 Form Correction Window?
Ans. Yes, you can correct the wrongly entered Aadhaar Card Number in the correction window facility.
Ques. I want to opt for Paper 2. Can I change it in the correction window?
Ans. Yes, you can change it in the correction window. The payment can be made accordingly before the last date.
Ques. I couldn’t pay my JEE Main 2026 registration fees before the last date of registration. Can I pay it now and get the acknowledgment?
Ans. No, you cannot pay the fees now. It should be noted that the correction facility is available only for those candidates who have submitted the application form and paid the requisite fees before the last day of fee payment.
Ques. Can I change the medium of language during JEE Main 2026 form correction?
Ans. Yes, candidates are able to change the medium of language during JEE Main form correction process.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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The JEE Main 2022 Phase 2 Application Form Correction Window was live from July 1 to July 3, 2022. Since the window has been closed you are not allowed to make any changes.