JEE Main
JEE Main Exam 2026 – Complete Exam Date & Schedule Guide
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 is a national-level engineering entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is the primary gateway for admission to B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning programs offered by NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and participating universities across India.
This page by Quality Education Foundation provides official, updated, and exam-safe information related to JEE Main Exam 2026, including exam dates, syllabus, pattern, city slip, admit card, and result details.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Courses Offered | B.E. / B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Sessions | Two Sessions (January & April 2026) |
| Session 1 Dates | 21 January to 30 January 2026 |
| Session 2 Dates | 2 April to 9 April 2026 (tentative) |
| Papers | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning) |
| Subjects (Paper 1) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Total Questions | 75 (25 per subject) |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 correct, −1 incorrect |
| Best Score Rule | Best of Session 1 & Session 2 |
| Syllabus Basis | NCERT Class 11 & 12 |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
JEE Main 2026 – Latest Official Updates
Session 1 confirmed from 21–30 January 2026
Session 2 expected from 2–9 April 2026
City intimation slips expected in early January 2026
Admit cards to be released 3–4 days before exam
No major change announced in syllabus or exam pattern.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern (Paper 1 – B.Tech)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 25 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 75 | 300 |
Marking Scheme
+4 marks for each correct answer
−1 mark for each incorrect MCQ
No negative marking in numerical answer-type questions
JEE Main 2026 Syllabus Status
Syllabus Overview
Based strictly on NCERT Class 11 & 12
Covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
Same syllabus as JEE Main 2025
Syllabus Deletions (Continued)
Previously removed topics (from 2024 onwards) remain excluded, including:
Selected topics from Solid State & Surface Chemistry
Mathematical Induction and select 3D Geometry concepts
Reduced intermediate Physics sections
JEE Main Admit Card 2026
Released 3–4 days before the examination
Available online only
Required for entry to the exam centre
Steps to Download
Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in
Click on “Download Admit Card”
Enter login details
Download and print copies
Conclusion:-
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