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📅 JEE Main 2026 – Session 2 (April)

JEE Main 2026 – Complete Guide

Exam dates, eligibility, colleges, cut-offs & admission guidance — everything you need in one place.

📅 Session 2: April 2–9
🌍 National Level
💻 CBT Mode
🎓 B.Tech / B.E / B.Arch / B.Plan

Latest Updates

Registration Open – Apply till March

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Exam Date – April 2–9, 2026

Result – April 12, 2026

Exam Overview

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Conducting Body

NTA

National Testing Agency

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Duration

3 Hours

180 Minutes Exam Time

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Mode

CBT

Computer Based Test

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Total Marks

300

75 Questions Total

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Attempts

2

Best Score Considered

Important Dates

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Application Start

Nov 2025

Registration form will be available on official website

Live Soon

Last Date to Apply

Dec 2025

Last date to submit application without late fee

Deadline
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Admit Card Release

March 2026

Download admit card before exam

Upcoming
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Exam Dates

April 2–9, 2026

Conducted in multiple shifts across India

Important
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Result Declaration

April 12, 2026

Scorecard & percentile released

Result

*Dates are tentative and may change as per official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

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Academic Qualification

Candidates must have passed Class 12th or equivalent examination.

  • ✔ Physics & Mathematics compulsory
  • ✔ One subject from Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology
  • ✔ Required for B.Tech / B.E admissions
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Year of Passing

Candidates must have passed Class 12th in recent years.

  • ✔ Passed in 2024 or 2025
  • ✔ Appearing in 2026 also eligible
  • ✔ Older candidates not eligible
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Attempt Limit

Candidates can attempt JEE Main limited number of times.

  • ✔ Maximum 3 consecutive years
  • ✔ 2 attempts per year (Session 1 & 2)
  • ✔ Best score is considered for ranking
⚠ Eligibility criteria may vary slightly each year. Always verify from official notification.

Exam Pattern

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Maths

Total Questions

75 Questions

Total Marks

300 Marks

Physics
25 Questions100 Marks
Chemistry
25 Questions100 Marks
Mathematics
25 Questions100 Marks
✔ Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
✔ Duration: 3 Hours
✔ Marking: +4 correct, -1 incorrect

Syllabus

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Physics

Laws of Motion
Work, Energy & Power
Rotational Motion
Thermodynamics
Electrostatics
Current Electricity
Optics
Modern Physics
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Chemistry

Atomic Structure
Chemical Bonding
Thermodynamics
Equilibrium
Organic Chemistry
Hydrocarbons
Biomolecules
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Mathematics

Algebra
Trigonometry
Calculus
Coordinate Geometry
Probability
Matrices & Determinants

Marks vs Rank (JEE Main 2026)

MarksPercentileExpected Rank
280 - 30099.9+< 500
250 - 27999.7 - 99.9500 - 2,000
220 - 24999.3 - 99.72,000 - 5,000
200 - 21999 - 99.35,000 - 10,000
180 - 19998 - 9910,000 - 20,000
160 - 17997 - 9820,000 - 35,000
140 - 15995 - 9735,000 - 50,000
120 - 13993 - 9550,000 - 75,000
100 - 11990 - 9375,000 - 1,00,000
80 - 9985 - 901L - 1.5L
60 - 7975 - 851.5L - 2L
Below 60< 75> 2L

*Ranks are approximate and may vary based on difficulty level & normalization.

Top Colleges in Odisha

Top NIT

NIT Rourkela

📍 Rourkela

Excellent placements & national ranking

Top IIIT

IIIT Bhubaneswar

📍 Bhubaneswar

Strong coding culture & tech focus

Top Govt

OUTR (CET Bhubaneswar)

📍 Bhubaneswar

Top state engineering college

Private Top

KIIT University

📍 Bhubaneswar

Global exposure & modern campus

Private

CV Raman Global University

📍 Bhubaneswar

Good placements & infrastructure

Tech Focus

Silicon University

📍 Bhubaneswar

Known for IT & coding excellence

JoSAA Counseling Process

What is JoSAA?

JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) conducts centralized counseling for admission into IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other Government Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs).

1
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Registration

Login using JEE Main credentials and register for counseling

2
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Choice Filling

Select preferred colleges & branches in order of priority

3
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Seat Allotment

Seats allotted based on rank, preferences & availability

4
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Reporting

Accept seat, verify documents & report to allotted institute

⚠ JoSAA counseling happens in multiple rounds. Candidates can choose options like Freeze, Float, or Slide after seat allotment.

JEE Main Cut-Offs (Category-wise)

CategoryPrevious Year CutoffExpected 2026
General~90 - 92 Percentile92 - 94 Percentile
⚠ Cut-offs vary every year based on exam difficulty, number of candidates, and normalization process.

Preparation Strategy

Time Management

  • ✔ Study 6–8 hours daily
  • ✔ Divide time for all 3 subjects
  • ✔ Give weekly mock tests
  • ✔ Analyze mistakes regularly
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Attempt Strategy

  • ✔ Start with easiest section
  • ✔ Avoid wasting time on tough questions
  • ✔ Attempt 60–70 questions with accuracy
  • ✔ Keep last 15 mins for revision
💡 Consistency + Mock Tests + Revision = High Rank in JEE Main

Common Mistakes to Avoid

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Wrong College Choice Filling

Many students fill random colleges without proper research or priority.

Always fill choices based on rank, preference, and previous year cut-offs.

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Ignoring Mock Tests

Students focus only on theory and skip mock tests.

Give weekly mock tests and analyze performance to improve accuracy.

Poor Time Allocation

Spending too much time on one subject or tough questions.

Balance all subjects and follow a proper time strategy during exam.

🚨 Avoid These Mistakes to Improve Your Rank Significantly

Even small mistakes can drop your rank by thousands. Stay consistent, practice regularly, and plan smartly.

Exam Day Guidelines

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What to Carry

  • ✔ Admit Card (Printed)
  • ✔ Valid Photo ID (Aadhar / PAN / School ID)
  • ✔ Passport size photograph
  • ✔ Transparent water bottle

❌ No electronic gadgets, calculators, or notes allowed

Reporting Time

  • ✔ Reach center at least 1–1.5 hours early
  • ✔ Entry closes 30 mins before exam
  • ✔ Late entry is strictly not allowed

💡 Plan travel in advance to avoid delays

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Dress Code

  • ✔ Wear simple clothes (no heavy design)
  • ✔ Avoid metal accessories
  • ✔ No shoes with thick soles
  • ✔ Slippers / sandals recommended

❌ Avoid caps, sunglasses, watches

⚠ Follow All Instructions Carefully

Not following exam guidelines may lead to disqualification. Always read instructions on your admit card carefully before exam day.

JEE Main vs JEE Advanced

CriteriaJEE MainJEE Advanced
Conducting BodyNTAIITs
PurposeNITs, IIITs, GFTIsAdmission to IITs
Difficulty LevelModerateVery High
Eligibility12th passTop ~2.5 lakh from JEE Main
Attempts2 per year2 consecutive years
Exam ModeOnline (CBT)Online (CBT)

Path to JEE Advanced

1

Appear for JEE Main

Score a high percentile in JEE Main exam

2

Qualify Cut-off

Be in top ~2.5 lakh candidates

3

Register for Advanced

Fill JEE Advanced application form

4

Appear for Exam

Give JEE Advanced exam

5

Get IIT Admission

Participate in JoSAA counseling

🎯 Only top performers in JEE Main can appear for JEE Advanced. Aim for 99+ percentile for better chances.

Backup Options

If not JEE, don’t worry — you still have great opportunities 👇

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OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Exam)

State-level entrance exam for admission into top engineering, MBA, MCA, and pharmacy colleges in Odisha.

  • ✔ Good government & private colleges
  • ✔ Lower competition compared to JEE
  • ✔ Multiple courses available
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Private Colleges

Many top private universities offer direct admission based on JEE score or their own entrance exams.

  • ✔ Modern infrastructure & facilities
  • ✔ Good placement opportunities
  • ✔ Flexible admission options

💡 Don’t limit your options

Many successful careers start from non-IIT colleges. Focus on skills, consistency, and the right environment.

Download Resources

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Previous Year Papers

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Sample Papers

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Mock Tests

Test your preparation with full-length mocks

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Syllabus PDF

Download complete JEE Main syllabus

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Download all resources and start practicing regularly to improve your score and rank.

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