JEE Main 2026 Registration: Big Week Ahead, Here’s What You Should Know

If you’ve been waiting for the JEE Main 2026 registration, you’re not alone. Thousands of students are refreshing the NTA site every few hours, hoping the link finally appears.
And honestly, it could happen any day now.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has already confirmed that Session 1 registration will begin in October 2025. We’re now in the final week of October — so the form could drop anytime. The moment it goes live, it’ll be available only on jeemain.nta.nic.in.

Why Everyone’s Talking About It

For engineering aspirants, JEE Main isn’t just another test — it’s the exam that decides where you’ll study next. Whether it’s an NIT, IIIT, or even a shot at IITs through JEE Advanced, everything begins here.

That’s why students are being extra cautious this year. People remember how, last year, the registration started late in October and this time looks exactly the same.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates

NTA has already shared a tentative schedule:

• Session 1: January 21 to January 30, 2026
  
  
• Session 2: April 1 to April 10, 2026
  
  

Don’t mark these dates in permanent ink yet — the final list will come with the information bulletin, which should be released the same day as the registration form.

So, When Will Registration Actually Start?

That’s the million-rupee question.
Officially, NTA hasn’t confirmed the date or time.
Unofficially, most reports say October 26, 2025 (Sunday) looks likely.

Once it opens, the form will probably stay available for around four weeks. So, you’ll have enough time — but don’t wait till the last day. Every year, the server crashes in the final few hours because half the country tries to log in at once.

Before you even think about filling the form, make sure:

• Your Aadhaar details match your school records.
  
  
• You’ve scanned a clear photo and signature.
  
  
• You know your subjects and category details correctly.
  
  

A small typo can mess up your application, so be slow, not sloppy.

Where to Apply and What to Expect

You’ll only find the official link on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
That’s it. Ignore every “apply now” button you see on random websites.

When the link goes live, the information bulletin will appear right next to it. Read that first — it explains eligibility, age limit, reservation details, and fee structure.

Then you can start filling the form. It’s a simple process but long, so make sure your internet is stable and you have some time in hand.

Step-by-Step: How to Fill the JEE Main 2026 Form

1. Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in.
   
   
2. Click on “JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration.”
   
   
3. Create a new account and verify your details.
   
   
4. Fill the online form with personal and academic info.
   
   
5. Upload documents — photo, signature, and certificates.
   
   
6. Pay the application fee online.
   
   
7. Review everything twice, then hit submit.
   
   
8. Download your confirmation page — keep it safe.
   
   

It’s not complicated, but you’ll need patience. Don’t rush through.

A Bit of Real Talk

Most students think the real challenge is the exam, but the first hurdle is just getting the registration right.
A single wrong date of birth or mismatched name can give you trouble later during admit card verification or counselling.

So, double-check every detail — once yourself and once with your parents or teachers.

Bottom Line

To keep it simple:

• The JEE Main 2026 registration can open anytime now.
  
  
• The link will be live on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
  
  
• The exams for Session 1 will happen in January 2026.
  
  

Stay calm, stay ready, and keep your documents organized.
Once the link is out, apply early and move on to what really matters — revising those Physics, Chemistry, and Math chapters you’ve been putting off.