JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration to Begin Soon @jeemain.nta.nic.in; Check April Attempt Dates Here

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to open the online registration window for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April Attempt). Candidates who missed the first session or wish to improve their scores can soon apply through the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main 2026 provides a gateway for admission to undergraduate programs in top-tier institutions like NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs.

For the JEE Main 2026, the NTA has structured the application fee based on the candidate's category and gender. A male candidate belonging to the General category is required to pay ₹1000, while a female candidate from the same category pays a reduced fee of ₹800. For those in the Gen-EWS or OBC (NCL) groups, the charges are set at ₹900 for boys and ₹800 for girls. The NTA maintains a uniform fee of ₹500 for all candidates, regardless of gender, who fall under the SC, ST, PwD, or Transgender categories.

Read More: JEE Main 2026 Response Sheet Soon @jeemain.nta.nic.in; Check Score Calculator Here

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Dates

Also Check: Download and Practice JEE Main 2026 Question Paper with Answer Key PDF

Who Needs to Register?

Candidates who did not apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 must complete the full registration process and pay the registration fee. Candidates who have already registered for Session 1 do not need to register again; however, they need to pay the application fee for Session 2.

How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2

For Registered Students (Session 1 Applicants)

If a candidate already applied or appeared for Session 1 (January attempt), they do not need to register from scratch. Their data is already in the NTA system.

• Step 1: Login: Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and log in using the Session 1 Application Number and Password.
• Step 2: Course Selection: On the dashboard, select the Session 2 (April Attempt) checkbox. They can also add/change the paper (e.g., adding B.Arch to B.Tech).
• Step 3: Update Details: The personal and academic details will be pre-filled. Candidates can update their Exam City Preferences and Educational Qualifications (if there are changes).
• Step 4: Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee for Session 2 via Net Banking, UPI, or Card.
• Step 5: Confirmation: Once the payment is successful, download the Revised Confirmation Page.

For Fresh Students (New Applicants)

Candidates who did not apply for Session 1 must follow the complete registration cycle.

• Step 1: New Registration & Identity Verification
  • Click on "New Candidate Registration".
  • Select an Identity Type: Aadhaar e-KYC (preferred), DigiLocker, or Passport.
  • Enter basic details (Name, Mother’s/Father’s Name, DOB) exactly as per the Class 10 Certificate.
• Step 2: Create Account: Provide a valid Email ID and Mobile Number to receive an OTP. Create a strong password to generate an Application Number.
• Step 3: Fill Application Form: Log in and enter:
  • Personal Details: Category, PwD status, Place of residence.
  • Academic Details: Class 10 and Class 12 (or equivalent) marks and school details.
  • Exam Settings: Choose the paper (Paper 1/2A/2B) and select 4 preferred Exam Cities.
• Step 4: Live Photo Capture & Document Upload
  • Live Photo: Use a webcam/laptop camera to capture a live photo with a white background (ensure 80% face visibility).
  • Signature: Upload a scanned signature (4 KB to 30 KB).
  • Certificates: Upload Class 10 certificate (PDF) and Category/PwD certificates (if applicable).
• Step 5: Fee Payment: Complete the process by paying the fee through the online gateway.
• Step 6: Confirmation: Save and print the Confirmation Page for future counselling.

List of Documents Required

• Class 10 & 12 Marksheet (only Class 10 details needed for those appearing in Class 12 in 2026)
• Aadhaar Card
• Scanned Photograph and Signature
• Category Certificate (For EWS/OBC-NCL Candidates, if applicable)
• Payment Details (Credit/Debit Card, UPI, Net Banking)

Also Check

• JEE Main Mock Test- Attempt Free Chapterwise test, Question Paper (2026-2011), JEE Main PYQ
• JEE Main Previous Years Question Papers (Available): Download Solution PDF with Answer keys

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