JEE Main 2026 January Session is the first opportunity for engineering aspirants to secure a strong rank for admission into NITs, IIITs and other top engineering colleges. Conducted by NTA in CBT mode, the exam checks clarity in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The January session gives students a chance to improve performance before the second attempt in April. Registration will begin on the NTA website, and candidates must complete the application before the deadline. All important dates, eligibility rules, fee details and exam pattern are listed below for quick guidance.
🗓️ Important Dates :
Event
Date
Notification Release
31 October 2025
Online Registration Start
31 October 2025
Last Date to Apply
27 November 2025
Fee Payment Deadline
27 November 2025
Exam City Announcement
Admit Card Release
3 – 5 days before the exam
JEE Main 2026 January Exam
21-30 January 2026
Answer Key
After Exam
Result
Updated Soon After Exam
✅ Eligibility Criteria :
Criteria
Details
Educational Qualification
Class 12 passed/appearing with Physics + Maths + Chemistry/Biology/Technical subject
Year of Passing
2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026
Age Limit
No age limit
Attempts
January + April session (best score counts)
💰 Application Fee :
Category
Fees
General / OBC / EWS
₹1000 – ₹2000
SC / ST / PwBD
₹500 – ₹1000
📋 Exam Pattern :
Subject
Questions
Marks
Physics
25
100
Chemistry
25
100
Maths
25
100
Total
75 Questions
300 Marks
Mode: Computer Based Test Type: MCQ + Numerical Answer Marking:
+4 for correct
−1 for MCQs
No negative for numerical questions
🎯 Key Heightlights:
Feature
Details
Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam
JEE Main 2026 (January Session)
Purpose
Admission to NIT/IIIT/CFTI + Eligibility for JEE Advanced
