JEE Main 2026 Session-2 Registration Continues with February 25 Deadline

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is actively processing registrations for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2, scheduled for April. Candidates aiming for the engineering entrance exam have until February 25, 2026, to complete their applications and fee payments. This report outlines the registration process on the official portal, fee structures for various categories, and the mandatory document requirements for both fresh and returning applicants.

The registration velocity for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 Session 2 has reached a peak as the deadline draws closer. The National Testing Agency (NTA) continues to accept online applications for the second session, which is scheduled to be held from April 2 to April 9, 2026. For aspirants who missed the January session or seek a higher score bracket to improve their All India Rank, this April attempt serves as the final opportunity for the current academic year. The application window, which opened on February 1, is set to close strictly at 9:00 PM on February 25, 2026. Candidates are urged to monitor the velocity of their submission process, ensuring that the final fee payment is successful by the 11:50 PM cutoff on the same day. The NTA has streamlined the portal to accommodate both fresh applicants and those who previously appeared in Session 1, ensuring a synchronized bracket of data for the final merit list.

Registration Categories and Fee Structure

The NTA has categorized applicants into two distinct streams to maintain administrative velocity.

• Session 1 Candidates: Students who have already appeared for the January exam only need to log in with their existing application number. They can select the paper (B.E./B.Tech or B.Arch/B.Planning) and complete the fee payment for the second bracket.
• Fresh Applicants: New candidates must undergo the full registration process, including the generation of a new application ID and the upload of essential documents.

Link to Official JEE Main Information Bulletin

Mandatory Document Verification

Maintaining a high velocity during registration requires having digital copies of all mandatory documents ready for the GOAPS-like NTA portal.

1. Aadhaar Authentication: Use of Aadhaar for e-KYC is highly recommended to ensure the candidate's name and date of birth match official records.
2. Scanned Images: A recent photograph (10 KB to 200 KB) and signature (4 KB to 30 KB) must be uploaded in JPG/JPEG format.
3. Category Certificates: Valid EWS, OBC-NCL, or SC/ST certificates must be ready if applying under a specific fee bracket.

Candidates found submitting multiple application forms will be flagged under "Unfair Means" (UFM), which could lead to a permanent ban from the entrance ecosystem.

Conclusion

With less than three weeks remaining, students should not delay their JEE Main 2026 Session 2 registration. The velocity of portal traffic typically increases significantly in the final 48 hours, which can lead to payment failures or technical glitches. By securing your spot in the April bracket now, you can focus entirely on your revision and board examination preparations. Ensure that your mobile number and email ID are active, as all official communications regarding the exam city slip and admit cards will be sent to these contact points. Adhering to the February 25 deadline is the only way to guarantee your participation in the final attempt to reach the prestigious NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs. As the velocity of the academic season picks up, completing this administrative step early will place you in a more relaxed mental bracket for the upcoming competitive challenges in April.

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