JEE Advanced 2026 Registration – Dates, Eligibility, Fee & How to Apply at jeeadv.ac.in

JEE Advanced 2026 registration for Indian nationals opens on April 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST at the official portal jeeadv.ac.in. The registration window closes on May 2, 2026 at 23:59 IST, and the last date to pay the application fee is May 4, 2026 at 23:59 IST. JEE Advanced 2026 is being conducted by IIT Roorkee and the exam is scheduled for May 17, 2026.

Only candidates who qualified JEE Main 2026 and secured a rank within the top 2,50,000 are eligible to register. JEE Advanced is the sole gateway to undergraduate programmes at all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). With a registration window of just 10 days and no extension policy, completing your application on time is critical.

JEE Advanced 2026 registration starts April 23, 2026 (10 AM IST) and ends May 2, 2026 (23:59 IST) at jeeadv.ac.in. Fee payment deadline is May 4, 2026. Eligibility: top 2,50,000 JEE Main 2026 qualifiers, born on or after October 1, 2001 (General), maximum 2 attempts. Registration fee: ₹3,200 for General/OBC-NCL male; ₹1,600 for female, SC, ST, PwD candidates. Exam date: May 17, 2026.

What is JEE Advanced 2026?

JEE Advanced 2026 is the second stage of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) and the only route to undergraduate admission at all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). It is one of the most competitive engineering entrance exams in the world, with approximately 1.8–2 lakh candidates appearing each year and an average qualification rate of around 18%.

JEE Advanced 2026 is conducted by IIT Roorkee in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam consists of two compulsory papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 — each of three hours duration, held on the same day. There are a total of 18,160 undergraduate seats across all 23 IITs. Additionally, several international universities — including institutions in Singapore and the UK — consider JEE Advanced scores for their own admissions.

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration – Key Highlights

JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates

Critical deadline: The registration form and fee payment have separate deadlines — May 2 and May 4 respectively. Submitting the form without completing fee payment makes your registration invalid. Both steps are mandatory.

JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before registering, every candidate must verify that they meet all five eligibility conditions set by IIT Roorkee. Failing even one condition makes you ineligible — all five must be satisfied simultaneously.

Criterion 1 – JEE Main 2026 Performance

Candidates must be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (including all categories) in the B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE Main 2026.

Category-wise distribution of the 2,50,000 qualifying seats:

Note: The total may slightly exceed 2,50,000 if there are tied ranks at the boundary in any category.

Criterion 2 – Age Limit

Criterion 3 – Number of Attempts

Candidates can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of 2 times in 2 consecutive years. If you appeared for JEE Advanced 2025 (for the first time), you can appear in 2026 (second and final attempt). If you appeared for JEE Advanced 2024 and 2025, you are not eligible for 2026.

Criterion 4 – Earlier Admission at IITs

Candidates who have been admitted to an IIT through JoSAA (in any previous year) and whose admission was not cancelled are NOT eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026. However, candidates who were admitted to a preparatory course at any IIT in 2025 for the first time can attempt JEE Advanced 2026.

Criterion 5 – Class 12 Appearance Year

Candidates must have appeared in Class 12 (or equivalent) for the first time in either 2025 or 2026. Candidates who appeared in 2024 or earlier and did not improve their marks are not eligible.

Additionally, candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, with a minimum aggregate of 75% marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or must be in the top 20 percentile of their respective board.

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Fee

The registration fee for JEE Advanced 2026 varies by category and nationality:

Indian National Candidates

Foreign National Candidates (SAARC Countries)

Important: The registration fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances. Payment can be made via debit card, credit card, or net banking on the jeeadv.ac.in portal.

How to Apply for JEE Advanced 2026 – Step-by-Step Process

The entire JEE Advanced 2026 registration process is conducted online. No hard copies need to be sent to IIT Roorkee. Follow these steps carefully:

Step 1 – Check Your JEE Main 2026 Eligibility

Before visiting jeeadv.ac.in, confirm your eligibility on jeemain.nta.nic.in:

• Log in with your JEE Main credentials
• Download your scorecard and verify your AIR
• Confirm you are within the top 2,50,000 in your category

Step 2 – Visit jeeadv.ac.in and Log In

• Open jeeadv.ac.in from April 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST
• Click on the "Registration" link for JEE Main 2026 qualified candidates
• Log in using your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Password
• Your personal, academic, and contact details will be pre-populated from the JEE Main database
• A new password for jeeadv.ac.in will be created at this stage

Step 3 – Fill in the Registration Form

After login, verify all pre-filled details and complete the remaining sections:

• Confirm your name, date of birth, category, and PwD status (fetched from JEE Main — cannot be changed)
• Select the number of JEE Advanced attempts (1st or 2nd)
• Choose your preferred exam cities (up to 8 choices in order of preference)
• Select your question paper language (English or Hindi)
• Enter your Class 12 roll number and board details
• Add an additional phone number and email ID if required
• Review all entries carefully and submit the form

Category is final at this stage. Your category is fetched from JEE Main records and cannot be changed during JEE Advanced registration. Ensure your JEE Main category was correct before registering.

Step 4 – Upload Required Documents

Upload scanned copies of all required documents in JPG/PNG format within the size specifications:

Uploading blurry or low-quality scans is one of the most common causes of application rejection. Use a scanner or a clear, high-resolution phone photograph. Upload in the prescribed format and size.

Step 5 – Pay the Registration Fee

• After submitting the form, proceed to the payment gateway
• Pay the registration fee using debit card, credit card, or net banking
• The fee payment deadline is May 4, 2026 at 23:59 IST — separate from the form submission deadline of May 2
• After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page. This is your proof of registration.

Submitting the application form without completing the fee payment makes your registration invalid. Always ensure payment is completed and confirmed before the fee deadline.

Step 6 – Download Confirmation and Save All Details

• After payment, download the Registration Confirmation Page
• Note your JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Number — you will need this for admit card download, result checking, and JoSAA counselling
• Save both digital and printed copies of your confirmation

JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility – Am I Eligible?

Use this quick checklist to verify your eligibility before registering:

If all five conditions are met, you are eligible to register.

JEE Advanced 2026 Category-Wise Certificate Rules

Category certificates are among the most rejected documents during JEE Advanced registration. Follow these rules strictly:

State-format OBC certificates are not accepted for JEE Advanced or JoSAA. The certificate must specifically state "OBC-NCL" and be issued by the competent authority in the Central Government format. An incorrect or outdated certificate leads to category reversal to General and potential disqualification.

JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card

The JEE Advanced 2026 admit card will be available for download from May 11, 2026 at 17:00 IST until May 17, 2026 at 14:30 IST on jeeadv.ac.in. No hard copy will be sent by post.

To download the admit card:

1. Visit jeeadv.ac.in
2. Click on the "Admit Card" link
3. Log in using your registration number, date of birth, and registered mobile number
4. Download and print the admit card

The admit card is a mandatory document for the exam. Candidates without a valid admit card will not be allowed to enter the exam centre.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern

JEE Advanced 2026 consists of two compulsory papers conducted on the same day, May 17, 2026:

Note: Unlike JEE Main, JEE Advanced does not follow a fixed exam pattern. The marking scheme, question types, and total marks can vary each year. Refer to the official JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure at jeeadv.ac.in for the exact pattern when released.

JEE Advanced 2026 for Foreign Nationals

Foreign national candidates (OCI/PIO) are exempted from appearing in JEE Main and can register directly for JEE Advanced 2026. Registration for foreign nationals opened on April 6, 2026 and closes on May 2, 2026.

Common Mistakes to Avoid During JEE Advanced 2026 Registration

Mistake 1 – Missing the Fee Payment Deadline (May 4) Many students complete the form by May 2 but miss the fee payment deadline of May 4. Submitting the form without paying the fee makes the entire registration invalid. Pay immediately after form submission.

Mistake 2 – Uploading an Outdated OBC-NCL or GEN-EWS Certificate OBC-NCL and GEN-EWS certificates must be issued on or after April 1, 2026. Uploading an older certificate leads to automatic category reversal to General, causing loss of reservation benefits.

Mistake 3 – Uploading Blurry or Incorrect Documents Low-quality scans cause application rejection. Scan documents using a proper scanner or take a well-lit, flat, high-resolution photograph. Ensure the document is readable, all corners are visible, and there is no glare.

Mistake 4 – Assuming Category Can Be Changed Your category for JEE Advanced is fetched from JEE Main and cannot be changed at the registration stage. If your category in JEE Main was incorrect, you cannot fix it at jeeadv.ac.in.

Mistake 5 – Registering with Incorrect Exam City Preferences You can select up to 8 exam city preferences. IIT Roorkee allots a centre from your preference list. If you enter cities you cannot travel to, you may be assigned an inconvenient centre. Enter cities in genuine order of preference.

Mistake 6 – Not Downloading the Confirmation Page After fee payment, many students close the browser without downloading the confirmation page. This page is your only proof that registration was successful. Download and print it immediately.

Mistake 7 – Waiting Until the Last Day The portal experiences heavy traffic on the last day of registration. Server slowdowns, payment gateway failures, and document upload errors are common. Register and pay by April 28–29 to avoid last-minute issues.

Can I Register for JEE Advanced 2026 Without Class 12 Result?

Yes. If your Class 12 board result has not been declared by the time of JEE Advanced 2026 registration (April 23–May 2), you can still register as an appearing candidate. However, you must submit your Class 12 pass certificate and marksheet at the time of JoSAA counselling and final admission. If you do not pass Class 12 by then, your admission will be cancelled.

What Happens After JEE Advanced 2026 Registration?

After completing registration, here is the full timeline:

After the JEE Advanced 2026 result, candidates who qualify must participate in JoSAA 2026 counselling at josaa.nic.in for IIT seat allocation. 

Read our complete guide: JoSAA 2026 Counselling – Dates, Registration & Seat Allotment

JEE Advanced 2026 – IIT Seats and Admission

There are 18,160 undergraduate engineering and science seats across all 23 IITs available through JEE Advanced 2026. Seat allocation is done through JoSAA counselling based on your JEE Advanced rank, category, and choice preferences.

Supernumerary seats for female candidates are created at IITs to ensure at least 20% female enrolment in each programme. These are additional seats and do not reduce the seats available for other candidates.

A 5% horizontal reservation is applicable for PwD candidates across all categories, with at least one seat reserved for PwD candidates with dyslexia in every IIT.

JEE Advanced 2026 vs JEE Main 2026 – Key Differences

JEE Advanced 2026 registration is a short, time-critical process with no second chances. Verify your eligibility today, gather all documents, and register the moment the portal opens on April 23. Do not wait until the last day — register by April 28–29 to avoid server congestion and payment failures. Your IIT dream begins with this one registration.

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