JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Deadline Today; NTA to Close April Attempt Application Portal Tonight at 9:00 PM

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to conclude the registration process for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (April Attempt) tonight, February 25. This is the final opportunity for candidates to apply for the second session of the country’s premier engineering entrance exam. The application link at jeemain.nta.nic.in will remain active for new submissions only until 9:00 PM, while the window for successful fee transactions will stay open until 11:50 PM. Candidates who missed the January session or those looking to improve their NTA scores must ensure their forms are submitted before the servers experience the inevitable last-minute heavy traffic.

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Final Timelines for Session 2 Registration

Aspirants must keep a close watch on the clock, as NTA has historically been strict with these deadlines to ensure the timely release of examination centers.

Key Instructions for 'Existing' vs 'New' Candidates

The registration process differs based on your participation in the January session:

• Session 1 Participants: You do not need to fill out the entire form again. Log in using your existing Application Number and Password. Select the "Session 2" checkbox, choose your preferred exam cities for April, and proceed directly to the fee payment.
• New Applicants: If this is your first time applying for 2026, you must complete the full registration, including Aadhaar authentication, uploading of photographs (white background), and signature.

Why the April Session is a Game Changer

The April session is critical because NTA uses the "Best of Two" policy. If a student appeared in both January and April, the higher of the two NTA scores will be used for the final All India Ranking (AIR) and eligibility for JEE Advanced 2026. This attempt is often a second chance for those who faced technical glitches or health issues during the winter session.

Important Reminder: Avoid Multiple Applications

NTA has issued a stern warning against the submission of multiple application forms by a single candidate. Such actions are treated as Unfair Means (UFM) and can lead to the cancellation of results and debarment from future exams. If you have made a mistake in your current form, wait for the Correction Window rather than starting a new registration.

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