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JEE Mains 2026 Exam Dates: Session 1 and 2 Schedule
January 10, 2026 | By BMU
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is one of the most competitive and important entrance exams in India for admission into engineering programmes like B.Tech, B.E., B.Arch and B.Planning. Every year, lakhs of students appear for this examination with dreams of securing a seat in top institutions such as NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded technical institutes.
For students aiming to crack JEE Main 2026, knowing the exam date, schedule and important milestones is critical for planning preparation and strategy. In this blog, we break down everything you need to know about the JEE Mains 2026 exam date.
JEE Mains 2026 Session-wise Exam Dates
Here are the official JEE Main 2026 exam dates for both the January and April sessions, helping students plan their preparation and choose to appear in one or both attempts. Conducted twice a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Main offers candidates two opportunities to improve their scores and secure a better rank.
| Session | JEE Mains 2026 Session Exam Dates |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates | January 21 to January 30, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates | April 2 to April 9, 2026 |
Also Read: How to Prepare for JEE Main Exam
JEE Mains 2026 Exam Schedule
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2026 exam dates for both the January and April sessions. Candidates are allowed to appear in Session 1 and Session 2 and the higher score from the two attempts will be taken into account for final ranking and admissions.
| Event | Session 1 (January) | Session 2 (April) |
| Application Commencement | October 2025 | Late January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 27, 2025 | February 2026 (Expected) |
| Exam City Intimation Slip | First week of January 2026 | Third week of March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 3–4 days before the exam | 3–4 days before the exam |
| Exam Dates | January 21 – January 30, 2026 | April 2 – April 9, 2026 |
JEE Mains Session 1 Exam Dates 2026
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam schedule outlines every key milestone, from the start of registrations to the announcement of results. Candidates planning to appear in the January session should regularly track this timeline to stay informed about the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam dates and avoid missing any important deadlines.
| Events | Dates |
| JEE Main 2026 session 1 registration date | October 31, 2025 |
| Session 1 JEE Mains 2026 registration last date | November 27, 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 form correction dates | December 1 and 2, 2025 |
| JEE Main city intimation slip 2026 | First week of January 2026 |
| JEE Main January 2026 admit card release date | 3–4 days before the exam |
| JEE Main January 2026 exam dates | January 21 to 30, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 answer key release date | February 2026 |
| JEE Main answer key challenge period | February 2026 |
| Final JEE Mains 2026 answer key | February 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 session 1 result date | February 12, 2026 |
JEE Mains Session 2 Exam Dates 2026
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam, scheduled for April, provides candidates with an additional opportunity to improve their performance. Students are advised to refer to the complete schedule below to stay updated on all important events related to the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam dates.
| Events | JEE April Dates |
| JEE Main 2026 session 2 registration date | Last week of January 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 form correction date | February 2026 |
| Advanced JEE Main city slip date 2026 | Second week of March 2026 |
| Session 2 JEE Main 2026 admit card | 4 days before the exam |
| JEE Mains 2026 session 2 exam date | April 2 to 9, 2026 |
| JEE Main session 2 answer key (provisional) | April 2026 |
| Session 2 JEE Main 2026 answer key challenge period | April 2026 |
| Final JEE Mains answer key 2026 | April 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 session 2 result date | April 20, 2026 |
JEE Main Exam Date & Timing 2026
The JEE Main 2026 exam dates and timings are expected to follow the same structure as previous years. The exam will be conducted in two sessions, giving candidates flexibility and multiple chances to perform better.
| Session | Exam Dates | Paper | Exam Shift | Timing |
| Session 1 (January 2026) | Jan 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30 | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) | Morning | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Afternoon | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | |||
| Paper 2A (B.Arch) / 2B (B.Planning) | Afternoon | 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM | ||
| Session 2 (April 2026) | April 2 – 9, 2026 | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) | Morning | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Afternoon | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM | |||
| Paper 2A (B.Arch) / 2B (B.Planning) | Morning | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| Afternoon | 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM |
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JEE Main 2026: Exam Pattern
| Paper | Course | Subjects & Question Break-up | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Marking Scheme |
| Paper 1 | B.E./B.Tech | Physics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs
Chemistry: 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs |
75 | 300 | 3 Hours | +4 for correct
-1 for wrong (MCQs) |
| Paper 2A | B.Arch | Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs
Aptitude: 50 MCQs Drawing: 2 Questions (Offline) |
77 | 400 | 3 Hours | +4 for correct
-1 for wrong (MCQs) |
| Paper 2B | B.Planning | Mathematics: 20 MCQs + 5 NVQs
Aptitude: 50 MCQs Planning: 25 MCQs |
100 | 400 | 3 Hours | +4 for correct
-1 for wrong (MCQs) |
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Conclusion
JEE Main 2026 offers aspirants multiple opportunities through two sessions to secure admission into top engineering colleges. With clear exam dates, a structured schedule and defined exam patterns, early planning and consistent preparation are key to achieving a strong rank and advancing toward a successful engineering career.
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FAQs
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be held in January and Session 2 is scheduled to be held in April 2026.
Yes. JEE Main is conducted twice a year in January and April, allowing students two attempts to improve their scores.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is scheduled to be conducted from January 21 to January 30, 2026.
A 53% score is average in JEE Main; it may qualify you, but top colleges require higher percentiles.
JEE Main 2026 will be conducted in online computer-based test mode, except for the B.Arch drawing section, which is offline.
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is expected to be conducted from April 2 to April 9, 2026, by NTA.

