JEE Advanced 2026 Registration, application fee, exam date, qualification, and last date to online apply

Many candidates are currently preparing for JEE Advanced 2026. Please note that the online application window opens on April 23, 2026. However, eligibility for this examination is limited to the top 2.5 lakh candidates who qualified in JEE Main 2026.

To apply online, you may visit the official website; we have provided the important official dates below for your easy reference. It is important to mention that to apply for this exam, candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification—specifically, a completed B.Tech or B.E. degree.

Furthermore, the application fee is applicable and varies based on the candidate's category. Detailed instructions on how to apply online, along with the direct application link, have been provided below.

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration overview

Important Dates of JEE Advanced 2026

Who Can Apply for JEE Advanced 2026? (Eligibility Criteria)

• Must be among the Top 2,50,000 qualified candidates of JEE Main 2026 (B.E./B.Tech)
• Must satisfy category-wise cut-off in JEE Main (GEN, OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, PwD)
• Must be born on or after 1 October 2001 (5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD)
• Must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2025 or 2026 for the first time
• Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in Class 12
• Can attempt JEE Advanced only 2 times in two consecutive years
• Must not have been previously admitted to any IIT (irrespective of continuation or withdrawal)

Step-by-Step JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Process

• Visit the official website: https://jeeadv.ac.in
• Click on “JEE Advanced 2026 Registration” link on the homepage
• Login using JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Password
• Fill out the application form with correct personal and academic details
• Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates, ID proof)
• Select preferred exam cities
• Pay the application fee through online mode (UPI / Card / Net Banking)
• Verify all details carefully before final submission
• Submit the form and download the confirmation page
• Take a printout for future reference

Required Documents for Registration

• Class 10 Certificate / Birth Certificate (for date of birth proof)
• Class 12 Marksheet / Passing Certificate (or equivalent)
• JEE Main 2026 Admit Card / Application Number details
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Voter ID)
• Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / GEN-EWS, if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph (as per official guidelines)
• Scanned Signature of the candidate
• Name Change Proof (if name is different in documents, if applicable)

Application Fee Details

Exam Pattern of JEE Advanced 2026

Question Type Breakdown

Marking Scheme

Syllabus of JEE Advanced 2026

• Units, Dimensions & Measurement
• Kinematics
• Newton’s Laws of Motion
• Work, Energy & Power
• Rotational Motion
• Gravitation
• Properties of Matter (Fluids & Solids)
• Thermodynamics & Heat Transfer
• Oscillations (SHM) & Waves
• Electrostatics
• Current Electricity
• Magnetism & Magnetic Effects of Current
• Electromagnetic Induction & AC
• Electromagnetic Waves
• Ray Optics & Wave Optics
• Modern Physics (Atomic, Nuclear, Photoelectric Effect)

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Carry a printed copy of the JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card
• Bring a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Passport / PAN / Voter ID / School ID)
• Reach the exam center before the reporting time (late entry is not allowed)
• Appear for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 (both are compulsory)
• Use only permitted items like black ballpoint pen and transparent water bottle
• Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, or any electronic devices
• Avoid carrying bags, books, notes, or any written material
• Follow the prescribed dress code (simple clothing, no heavy accessories or shoes)
• Undergo security frisking and follow all invigilator instructions
• Maintain discipline inside the examination hall at all times

Common Mistakes to Avoid During Registration

• Entering incorrect personal details (name, DOB, category, etc.)
• Using wrong JEE Main 2026 application number or login credentials
• Uploading blurred or incorrect documents
• Not following photo and signature size/format guidelines
• Selecting wrong category (GEN / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwD)
• Choosing incorrect exam city preferences
• Leaving mandatory fields blank in the application form
• Waiting until the last date to submit the form
• Not verifying details before final submission
• Failing to complete fee payment successfully
• Using multiple accounts for registration
• Ignoring official instructions and updates from jeeadv.ac.in

Exam Day Guidelines

1. Reach the exam centre well before reporting time
2. Carry a printed copy of the JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card
3. Bring a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Passport / PAN / Voter ID / School ID)
4. Appear for both Paper 1 and Paper 2 as both are compulsory
5. Carry only permitted items (black ballpoint pen, transparent water bottle)
6. Follow all security checks and biometric verification at entry
7. Do not carry mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, or electronic gadgets
8. Avoid carrying bags, notes, books, or any written material
9. Wear simple and comfortable clothing as per dress code rules
10. Follow instructions of invigilators strictly inside the exam hall
11. Maintain silence and discipline during the examination
12. Do not leave the exam hall before the allowed time

JEE Advanced 2026 Result & Rank Calculation

• JEE Advanced result is declared online on the official website 👉 jeeadv.ac.in
• Result includes total marks obtained in Paper 1 and Paper 2
• Only candidates who appear in both papers are considered for ranking
• Final score is calculated by adding marks of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from both papers
• Candidates are ranked based on aggregate marks (highest to lowest)
• If two candidates get equal marks, tie-breaking rules are applied
• Tie-breaking preference order:
  • Higher marks in Mathematics
  • Higher marks in Physics
  • Older candidate gets higher rank
• Based on marks, an All India Rank (AIR) is assigned
• Separate ranks are prepared for category-wise merit lists
• Result also shows qualifying status for JoSAA counselling

Cut-off

JEE Advanced 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks

Counselling Process

• Counselling is conducted by JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority)
• Registration starts after declaration of JEE Advanced 2026 result
• Candidates must log in using JEE Advanced roll number / JEE Main credentials
• Fill in personal details and verify academic information
• Choice Filling: Select IITs, branches, and preferred institutes
• Choice Locking: Lock preferences before the deadline (otherwise auto-locked)
• Seat allocation is done in multiple rounds (usually 5–6 rounds)
• Check allotted seat result after each round on JoSAA portal
• Accept the seat and choose one option: Freeze / Float / Slide
• Pay seat acceptance fee to confirm allotted seat
• Upload required documents for verification
• Participate in further rounds for possible upgradation (if applicable)
• Final admission confirmed after reporting to allotted institute
• After JoSAA, CSAB special rounds may be conducted for remaining seats

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