JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Registration Enters Final Three Days Before Closure

The National Testing Agency will close the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration window on February 25, 2026. Eligible candidates must complete their applications and fee payments on the official portal before the deadline.

The clock is ticking for engineering aspirants across the country as the National Testing Agency (NTA) prepares to close the registration window for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2. The portal, which opened on February 1, is scheduled to stop accepting new forms on February 25, 2026. This second session, often referred to as the April attempt, is a crucial opportunity for students to either improve their previous scores from January or appear for the first time this year. To start the process, students must visit the official JEE Main 2026 website.

Important Dates and Deadlines

The NTA has been very strict with its schedule this year. Students are advised not to wait until the very last hour on February 25, as heavy website traffic often leads to technical glitches or payment failures.

• Registration Deadline: February 25, 2026 (up to 9:00 PM).
• Fee Payment Deadline: February 25, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
• Correction Window: February 27 to February 28, 2026.
• Exam Dates: April 2 to April 9, 2026.

According to the official NTA news and updates section, the correction window will open shortly after registration closes, allowing students to fix minor mistakes in their forms. However, certain fields like mobile numbers and email addresses cannot be changed, so double-check your details now.

Eligibility and Fee Structure

The JEE Main 2026 is open to students who have passed their Class 12 exams in 2024 or 2025, as well as those currently appearing for their board exams in 2026. While there is no age limit to sit for the test, candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements of the colleges they wish to join. For example, to get a seat in top institutes like the NITs or IIITs, a student generally needs to score at least 75% in their boards (65% for SC/ST students).

Payment must be made online using a credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI. A registration is only considered "complete" once the fee status shows as successful on the candidate dashboard.

Steps to Complete Your Application

The application process is simple but requires careful attention to detail. If you already appeared for Session 1 in January, you do not need to register as a "New Candidate." You can simply log in with your existing Application Number and Password.

1. Log in: Use your Session 1 credentials or create a new account if this is your first attempt.
2. Select Papers: Choose whether you want to give Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), or Paper 2B (B.Planning).
3. Choose Cities: Select your preferred exam cities. The NTA usually tries to give you your first choice.
4. Upload Documents: Ensure your photograph and signature are in the correct format (JPEG/JPG).
5. Pay the Fee: Use the integrated payment gateway to finish the transaction.

Conclusion

As the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration enters its final phase, students should ensure they have downloaded their confirmation page. This document is the only proof that your application was submitted successfully. The upcoming April exam will be held in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across hundreds of cities in India and abroad. If you face any issues, you can contact the official helpdesk at 011-40759000. Remember, the best score out of the two sessions will be used to calculate your final All India Rank, so make this attempt count.