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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Date Out

Edited by:Aakash Digital

3 min read • Updated on Feb 24 2026, 05:15 PM IST

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration

Quick summary

The Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026 Session 2 registration date is out, and candidates can now start planning the next step of their preparation and application process.

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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Important Dates – Official Timeline

As per the official announcement, Session 2 will follow the standard schedule pattern. Here’s the expected structure:

JEE Main Session 2 Dates 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Start	1 February 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Last	25 February 2026
JEE Main Session 2 Exam	2 to 9 April 2026
Admit Card Release	A few days before exam
Result Declaration	Expected in April 2026

Students who appeared in January must still submit the JEE Main application form 2026 again for Session 2. There is no automatic carry forward.

This is where many students get confused. If you want to improve your score, you must actively apply again.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Last Date 2026

The last date to submit the application form for the Joint Entrance Examination Main Session 2 is expected to be 25 February 2026. Candidates must complete registration and fee payment before the deadline on the official portal of the National Testing Agency.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Pattern, Marking Scheme & Paper Structure

The Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026 Session 2 exam is scheduled to be conducted from 2 to 9 April 2026. The exam will be held in computer-based mode (CBT) across multiple shifts. The exam structure is as follows:

Aspect	Paper 1 (BE/BTech)	Paper 2A (BArch)	Paper 2B (BPlan)
Mode of Exam	Online (Computer-Based)	Mathematics & Aptitude: Online Drawing: Offline	Online (Computer-Based)
Subjects	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics	Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test	Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-based Questions
Total Duration	3 hours	3 hours	3 hours
Total Marks	300 marks (100 per subject)	400 marks	400 marks
Number of Questions	Physics - 25 Chemistry - 25 Mathematics - 25	Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs), Aptitude- 50, Drawing- 2	Math- 25 (20 MCQs + 5 NVQs) Aptitude- 50 Planning- 25
Numerical Value Questions	5 per subject, all compulsory	5 in Math, attempt all 5	5 in Math, all compulsory
Question Types	20 MCQs + 5 Numerical (per subject)	MCQs (Math & Aptitude), Drawing Tasks (pen & paper)	MCQs + Numerical Value + Planning-based questions

Marking scheme is as follows:

+4 for correct answers

-1 for incorrect MCQs

The percentile is calculated after normalisation across shifts.

Students often worry whether Session 2 is tougher than Session 1. In reality, difficulty varies by shift every year. What matters more is your preparation level.

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How to Use the Gap Before April?

Once the JEE Main Session 2 Registration Date Out update becomes official, the focus should shift from “when” to “how”.

Ask yourself:

Where did I lose marks in January?
Was it a silly mistake?
Was it time pressure?
Was it weak Mathematics practice?

Instead of revising everything again, target specific gaps.

Many JEE Main 2026 aspirants make one mistake between sessions: they study too broadly. What actually works is precision.

Revise high-weight chapters.
Attempt full-length mock tests weekly.
Analyse wrong answers honestly.

Improvement does not come from reading notes again. It comes from correcting mistakes.

What Happens After JEE Main 2026 Session 2?

Once the April exam is over, NTA will release:

Provisional answer key
Objection window
Final answer key
Official JEE Main results

Your percentile and All India Rank will then be announced.

From there, your journey moves toward:

JEE Advanced eligibility (if qualified)
JoSAA counselling
State counselling options

Session 2 often determines the final ranking for most students because many improve in this window.

Should You Skip JEE Main Session 2 If January Went Well?

Generally, No.

Even if your January performance was decent, attempting Session 2 gives you a safety net. If your April score is lower, your better score still counts.

But if you improve, that improvement directly reflects in the final percentile.

For serious JEE Main 2026 aspirants, taking Session 2 is usually a strategic decision rather than an emotional one.

Conclusion

The Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026 Session 2 is an important chance for students to improve their scores. Complete the application on time, understand the exam pattern, and focus on revision and mock tests. With consistent preparation, you can achieve a better percentile in the exam conducted by the National Testing Agency.

FAQ's

Can I apply for JEE Main Session 2 if I already appeared in Session 1?

Yes, absolutely. It is recommended to appear. NTA will use your best percentile of the two for final merit and admission purposes. So you can definitely attempt.

What is the last date to apply for JEE Main Session 2?

The deadline for applications is 25th February 2026, 9:00 PM. But fee payment is allowed up to 11:50 PM the same day. Don’t wait until the last moment, as servers can get overloaded and payment problems might emerge.

Can I change my exam cities after submitting the application form?

You can do so before submitting the application for the first time. Once you've submitted your application, you need to wait for the correction window. It is best to pick cities carefully in the first place.

When will the final rank list be prepared?

The final All India Rank is prepared after both sessions conclude, based on the best percentile secured by the candidate.

What documents are needed for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration?

You should also have a recent photograph with a white backgrounded in JPG format between 10-200 KB, signature scan (between 4-30 KB), class 10 certificate for date of birth (DOB) proof and category certificate if applicable (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD). Ensure all documents conform to specific dimensions and format.