Breaking news for engineering aspirants! The National Testing Agency just flipped the script on JEE Main 2026 registrations. Over 1.5 million students now race against time as NTA opens application windows with unexpected changes.
JEE Main 2026 Registration Goes Live
The wait is over. On October 31, 2025, NTA activated the registration portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in. This kicks off the admissions process for India’s most competitive engineering entrance exam.
Key Dates You Can’t Miss
- Session 1 Exam: January 1-30, 2026
- Session 2 Exam: April 1-10, 2026
- Registration Open: October 31, 2025
5 Crucial Changes in 2026 Registration
NTA introduced several surprises this year:
- Single form for both exam sessions
- Tighter document verification rules
- Stricter photo specifications
- New category certificate requirements
- Earlier deadline than previous years
Document Checklist for Smooth Registration
Don’t get rejected! Have these ready:
| Document | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPEG | 10-200 KB |
| Signature | JPEG | 4-30 KB |
| Category Certificate | 50-300 KB |
Why the Rush? Previous Year’s Numbers
Last year’s statistics show why early registration matters:
- 2025 Session 1: 13.11 lakh applicants
- 2025 Session 2: 10.61 lakh applicants
- 2024 Total Applicants: Over 12 lakh
With seats limited in top IITs and NITs, every registration day counts.
NTA’s Critical Aadhaar Warning
The agency issued an urgent notice: “Update your Aadhaar details before registration.” This includes:
- Name spelling matching certificates
- Current residential address
- Functional mobile number
Mismatches could disqualify your application during verification.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Follow this foolproof process:
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click ‘New Registration’
- Fill personal details carefully
- Upload scanned documents
- Pay ₹900 (General) or ₹400 (Reserved) fee
What Happens If You Delay?
Last year’s patterns show:
| Registration Day | Website Traffic | Successful Applications |
|---|---|---|
| First Week | 2.1 lakh/day | 98% success rate |
| Last Week | 5.7 lakh/day | 74% success rate |
Expert Tips for Stress-Free Registration
Top coaching institutes recommend:
- Avoid last-minute payments (server crashes peak at deadlines)
- Triple-check subject combinations
- Save confirmation emails securely
- Download submitted form immediately
What’s Next After Registration?
Mark these post-application milestones:
- Admit card release (15 days before exam)
- Answer key challenge window
- Result declaration
- JEE Advanced registration (for top 2.5 lakh scorers)
With NTA’s new rules and tighter deadlines, JEE Main 2026 demands immediate action. Don’t become part of the 26% who face technical issues in the final rush. Start your application today at jeemain.nta.nic.in while servers run smoothly.
