JEE Main 2026 sessions completed. Next: JEE Main 2027 Session 1 — March 2027. Registration opens October 2026. Complete guide with upcoming schedule, exam pattern, cutoffs, and strategy.
Two-stage national engineering entrance examination
UG and PG programmes — duration, fees, and institutes
| Programme | Duration | Via Exam | IIT Fees (approx.) | NIT / IIIT Fees (approx.) | Other GFTIs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) | 4 Years | JEE Main → NITs/IIITs/GFTIs JEE Advanced → IITs |
₹2–2.5L/year (₹8–10L total) |
₹1.25–1.5L/year (₹5–6L total) |
₹30K–1L/year |
| B.E. (Bachelor of Engineering) | 4 Years | JEE Main (select institutes) | — | ₹1–1.5L/year (₹4–6L total) |
₹20K–80K/year |
| B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) | 5 Years | JEE Main Paper 2A | ₹2–2.5L/year (₹10–12.5L total) |
₹1–1.5L/year (₹5–7.5L total) |
₹30K–1L/year |
| B.Planning (Bachelor of Planning) | 4 Years | JEE Main Paper 2B | ₹2–2.5L/year (₹8–10L total) |
₹1–1.5L/year (₹4–6L total) |
₹30K–80K/year |
| Dual Degree — B.Tech + M.Tech | 5 Years | JEE Advanced → IITs only | ₹2–2.5L/year (₹10–12.5L total) |
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| Integrated M.Sc (5-year) | 5 Years | JEE Advanced → select IITs | ₹2–2.5L/year (₹10–12.5L total) |
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| B.Sc (Research) | 4 Years | JEE Advanced → IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IISc | ₹2–2.5L/year (₹8–10L total) |
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| Programme | Duration | Entrance Exam | IIT / Top Institute Fees | Stipend / Scholarship | Avg. Salary After |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.Tech (Master of Technology) | 2 Years | GATE | ₹25K–50K/year (₹50K–1L total at IITs) |
₹12,400/month MHRD stipend | ₹10–25 LPA |
| M.Sc (Master of Science) | 2 Years | JAM (IIT-conducted) | ₹20K–40K/year (₹40K–80K total) |
No fixed stipend (SRF/JRF possible) | ₹6–15 LPA |
| MBA / PGDM | 2 Years | CAT / XAT / GMAT | IIM: ₹15–25L total Other B-schools: ₹5–20L total |
Loans & merit scholarships | ₹15–35 LPA (IIMs) |
| MS (Research) | 2–3 Years | GATE / Institute Interview | ₹20K–40K/year (similar to M.Tech) |
₹12,400–31,000/month | ₹8–20 LPA |
| Ph.D (Doctorate) | 3–6 Years | GATE / Institute Selection | ₹10K–25K/year (highly subsidised) |
₹31,000–35,000/month (SRF) | ₹10–40 LPA (Academia/R&D) |
| M.Arch (Architecture) | 2 Years | GATE (AR) / CEED | ₹25K–60K/year (₹50K–1.2L total at IITs) |
GATE stipend if applicable | ₹6–18 LPA |
Key dates for JEE Main and JEE Advanced 2026
Who can appear for JEE Main and JEE Advanced 2026
Paper structure, subjects, duration and total marks
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Duration | 3 Hours | PwD: 4 Hours |
| Section A | MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Section B | Numerical Value Questions |
| Total Questions | 75 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Paper | Subjects | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | 3 Hours |
| Total Duration | 6 Hours | |
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Both Papers | Compulsory — must attempt both |
| Question Types | Single correct, Multi-correct, Integer, Matrix |
| Total Marks | ~360 (varies yearly) |
| Paper | For Course | Subjects | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 2A | B.Architecture | Maths + Aptitude + Drawing | 400 | 3 hrs |
| Paper 2B | B.Planning | Maths + Aptitude + Planning | 400 | 3 hrs |
How marks are awarded and deducted
| Section | Type | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | MCQ | –1 per wrong |
| Section B | Numerical | Usually none |
| Question Type | Correct | Partial | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Correct MCQ | +3 / +4 | — | Yes |
| Multiple Correct MCQ | +4 | Possible | Yes |
| Integer Type | +3 / +4 | — | No |
| Match the Following | Varies | Possible | Some |
Languages in which the question paper is available
What the result contains and when it is declared
| Session | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 ✓ Done | January 2026 | February 2026 |
| Session 2 ✓ Done | April 2026 | April / May 2026 |
| Session 1 (2027) ⭐ NEXT | March 2027 | April 2027 |
| Session 2 (2027) | April–May 2027 | May 2027 |
Score Card Includes:
| Activity | Status | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam | ✓ Done | May 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result | ✓ Done | June 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling 2026 | ⭐ Current | June – July 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 Registration | Upcoming | April – May 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 Exam | Upcoming | May 2027 |
Minimum percentile required to qualify for JEE Advanced eligibility
| Category | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 93+ | 93.23 | 90.78 |
| EWS | 80+ | 81.32 | 75.62 |
| OBC-NCL | 79+ | 79.67 | 73.61 |
| SC | 61+ | 60.09 | 51.97 |
| ST | 47+ | 46.69 | 37.23 |
| PwD | 0.007+ | 0.0018 | 0.0013 |
Minimum 12th board marks required for IIT admission
| Category | Minimum Class 12 Criteria |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Top 20 percentile in respective board OR minimum 75% aggregate |
| SC / ST / PwD | Minimum 65% aggregate marks |
Keep these ready before filling the application form
Proven tips to crack JEE Main and JEE Advanced
NCERT textbooks (Class 11 & 12) are the foundation of JEE preparation. 60–70% of JEE Main questions are directly or indirectly based on NCERT concepts. Master every line before moving to advanced books.
Previous Year Questions (PYQs) reveal the most important topics, question formats, and difficulty level. Solve the last 10 years of both JEE Main and Advanced papers — at least twice each.
Take full-length mock tests every week under real exam conditions — timed, no distractions. Analyse your mistakes after each test. Mocks build speed, accuracy, and exam temperament.
Allot fixed daily hours per subject. Physics needs concept clarity, Chemistry needs revision, Mathematics needs daily practice. Maintain a study log and revise weak areas every weekend.
Registration opens October 2026. Start preparing now — every day counts. Apply at the NTA portal and reach India's top IITs, NITs & IIITs.