JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Exams — Dates, Pattern, Registration & What You Must Know

Key Takeaway

JEE Main 2026 Session-2 exams will be held from 2 April to 9 April 2026 (CBT mode). With registration open till 25 February 2026, candidates must complete the application, attend mock tests, revise syllabus thoroughly, and strategize for time management and sectional accuracy.

Official Exam Timeline — Session-2

OGcollege Insight:
Completing registration well before the deadline gives you time for exam city preference changes and avoids last-minute errors in application details.

Who Can Apply? — Eligibility Overview

To register for JEE Main 2026 Session-2, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Passed Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024, 2025 or appearing in 2026.
• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics.
• No upper age limit (for admission eligibility, institutes may have separate conditions).
• Both Session-1 and Session-2 scores are valid for merit ranking — your best score counts.

OGcollege Insight: Attempting both sessions increases your chances of improving your percentile — a strategy many top percentile holders use to boost rank.

How to Register — Step-by-Step

Note: Registration requires working mobile/email verification. Parents/mentors should double-check category, date of birth, and exam city preferences before payment.

Application Fee Structure (Indicative)

OGcollege Insight: Fee amounts may vary slightly based on mode and category — always confirm at the official portal during registration.

Exam Pattern — What to Expect

Key Pattern Features:

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Negative Marking: –1 for incorrect answers
• +4 for correct responses
• Duration: 3 hours

OGcollege Insight: Time management and sectional accuracy are critical. Many high percentile scorers aim to finish the easier sections first and then tackle more difficult problems strategically.

Preparation Strategy — Session-2 Focus

Here’s how effective aspirants optimize their remaining time between registration and exam:

1. Revise Core Concepts

Focus on NCERT fundamentals plus advanced topic applications in:

• Physics: Mechanics calibration, electromagnetics, optics
• Chemistry: Organic reaction pathways & physical chemistry numericals
• Mathematics: Calculus + coordinate geometry + algebra

2. Mock Tests & Analysis

• Take at least 10–15 full mock tests
• Track time splits per section
• Analyze mistakes and adapt strategy

3. Topic-Wise Short Revision

Build micro-charts for:

• Formula lists
• Frequent mistakes
• High-yield topics

OGcollege Insight:
High scorers often dedicate the last 20–25 days to mock tests and revision cycles — scoring well under timed conditions is key to boosting percentile.

How Scores Are Used — Ranking & Counselling

Final JEE Main 2026 Session-2 scores will be used for:

• Merit ranking (best of two attempts considered)
• JoSAA Counselling 2026 seat allotments
• State counselling (where applicable)
• Private university admissions that accept JEE Main scores

OGcollege Insight: Many students see significant rank improvement in Session-2 if they correct mistakes from Session-1 — especially in Mathematics and Physics sections.

Conclusion

JEE Main 2026 Session-2 marks the final national opportunity for aspirants to improve their performance before counselling. With the exams scheduled in early April, aspirants should solidify fundamentals, increase mock practice, and revise accurately. This year’s pattern and timeline present a valuable chance for focused improvement — and with strategic preparation and time management, students can maximize their percentile and rank.

Stay tuned to OGcollege for regular updates, prep strategies, mock test insights, and percentile trends for JEE Main 2026 Session-2.

Verified Sources

• National Testing Agency — JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Registration Notice
• Shiksha — JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Registration & Exam Insight
• Vedantu — JEE Main Preparation and Exam Guide