JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Registration Begins — Key Dates, How to Apply & What Aspirants Must Know

Key Takeaway

The registration window for JEE Main 2026 Session-2 is open from 1 February to 25 February 2026. Candidates must complete the form and payment process online via jeemain.nta.nic.in before the deadline. Session-2 exams are scheduled between 2 April and 9 April 2026 in computer-based mode.

Registration Timeline — Important Dates

OGcollege Insight:Students who appeared in Session-1 (January) can log in using their existing credentials to apply directly for Session-2 without re-registering — saving both time and data entry errors.

Eligibility Criteria for JEE Main 2026 Session-2

To be eligible for Session-2 registration, candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualification:
2. Subject Combination:
3. Number of Attempts:
4. Age Limit:

OGcollege Insight: Appearing in both sessions improves your chances — the better of the two scores is automatically used for admission and ranking during JoSAA and CSAB counselling.

How to Register for JEE Main 2026 Session-2

Follow these official steps as per the NTA notification:

Note: Candidates must ensure accuracy in personal details and exam city preferences; incorrect entries can lead to disqualification.

Fee Structure for JEE Main 2026 Session-2

OGcollege Insight:
The fee structure remains unchanged from Session-1, ensuring consistency for candidates applying again.

Exam Pattern & Mode

• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
• Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answer, −1 for incorrect
• Total Marks: 300

OGcollege Insight: 
The April session often includes a balanced paper pattern, giving candidates a fair chance to improve scores after analyzing their January attempt.

Why Session-2 Is Crucial for Aspirants

• Second Attempt Advantage: Opportunity to enhance percentile and reduce mistakes from Session-1.
• JoSAA / CSAB Eligibility: Both session scores are valid for national counselling.
• Final Cut-Off Basis: The combined merit list is prepared only after Session-2.
• Admission Opportunity: Ensures participation in the final seat allotment rounds.

Official Announcement Snapshot

“The online submission of application forms for JEE (Main) – 2026 Session-2 is open from 01 February to 25 February 2026 (up to 9:00 PM). Candidates must apply online only through the official website.”— National Testing Agency (NTA) Official Notice, February 2026.

What Happens After Registration

OGcollege Insight:
Students targeting top NITs or IIITs should take the Session-2 attempt seriously, as final cut-offs often rise due to improved performance in April.

Conclusion

The JEE Main 2026 Session-2 registration marks the final opportunity for aspirants to improve their scores before counselling.With applications open till February 25, students are advised to complete their forms early, double-check details, and prepare strategically for the April attempt. As always, OGcollege will continue to provide live updates, rank-wise analysis, and predictor tools to help candidates assess their admission chances after results.

Verified Sources

• National Testing Agency (NTA) — JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Notification (Official PDF, Feb 2026)
• Official JEE Main Website — https://jeemain.nta.nic.in
• Careers360 — JEE Main 2026 Registration & Exam Schedule Update
• Times of India — Form Correction Window Announcement, February 2026