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General FAQs on JEE 2026

1. What is JEE 2026?

JEE 2026 (Joint Entrance Examination) is a national-level engineering entrance exam conducted for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other top engineering colleges in India.

2. What does JEE stand for?

JEE stands for Joint Entrance Examination.

3. Who conducts JEE 2026?

JEE Main 2026 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), while JEE Advanced 2026 is conducted by one of the IITs.

4. What are the stages of JEE 2026?

JEE 2026 has two stages: JEE Main and JEE Advanced.

5. What is the difference between JEE Main and JEE Advanced?

JEE Main is for admission to NITs, IIITs, and qualifying for JEE Advanced, while JEE Advanced is required for admission to IITs.

6. Is JEE compulsory for engineering admission?

JEE is compulsory for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and many government colleges, but some private colleges conduct their own exams.

7. Can foreign students appear for JEE 2026?

Yes, foreign nationals can appear for JEE 2026 under specific eligibility criteria.

8. Is JEE 2026 conducted online?

Yes, JEE Main 2026 is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.

9. In which languages is JEE 2026 conducted?

JEE 2026 is conducted in English, Hindi, and several regional languages.

10. How difficult is JEE 2026?

JEE is considered one of the toughest entrance exams in India due to its high competition and conceptual questions.

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JEE Main 2026 FAQs

11. Who conducts JEE Main 2026?

JEE Main 2026 is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

12. How many sessions will JEE Main 2026 have?

JEE Main 2026 is expected to be conducted in two sessions.

13. Can I appear for both sessions of JEE Main 2026?

Yes, candidates can appear in both sessions, and the best score will be considered.

14. What is the duration of JEE Main 2026?

The exam duration is 3 hours.

15. Which subjects are included in JEE Main?

Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

16. What is the marking scheme of JEE Main 2026?

Each correct answer carries 4 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.

17. Is there negative marking?

Yes, there is negative marking in JEE Main 2026.

18. What is the total number of questions?

There are 90 questions, out of which students need to attempt 75.

19. Can Class 12 students appear for JEE Main 2026?

Yes, students appearing in Class 12 in 2026 are eligible.

20. Can Class 11 students apply for JEE Main 2026?

No, Class 11 students are not eligible.

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JEE Advanced 2026 FAQs

21. Who conducts JEE Advanced 2026?

One of the IITs conducts JEE Advanced 2026.

22. Who is eligible for JEE Advanced 2026?

Only top JEE Main qualifiers are eligible for JEE Advanced.

23. How many attempts are allowed for JEE Advanced?

A maximum of two attempts in consecutive years.

24. Is JEE Advanced tougher than JEE Main?

Yes, JEE Advanced is more difficult and concept-based.

25. Are calculators allowed in JEE Advanced?

No, calculators are not allowed.

26. What is the exam pattern of JEE Advanced?

It consists of two papers with multiple types of questions.

27. Is JEE Advanced compulsory for IIT admission?

Yes, JEE Advanced is mandatory for IIT admission.

28. What is the medium of JEE Advanced exam?

English and Hindi.

29. How is JEE Advanced rank calculated?

Ranks are calculated based on aggregate marks in both papers.

30. Which colleges accept JEE Advanced scores?

All IITs accept JEE Advanced scores.

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Eligibility Criteria FAQs

31. What is the age limit for JEE 2026?

There is no age limit for JEE Main; JEE Advanced has age criteria.

32. What is the minimum qualification?

Candidates must have passed or be appearing in Class 12.

33. Is there a minimum percentage required?

Yes, 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) for IITs and NITs.

34. Can diploma holders apply for JEE 2026?

Diploma holders can apply for JEE Main but not JEE Advanced.

35. Can NIOS students apply?

Yes, NIOS students are eligible.

36. Can open board students apply?

Yes, open board students are eligible if the board is recognized.

37. How many attempts are allowed for JEE Main?

Candidates can attempt JEE Main for three consecutive years.

38. Can improvement exam students apply?

Yes, improvement exam students are eligible.

39. Is there reservation in JEE 2026?

Yes, reservation is available as per government norms.

40. Are PwD candidates eligible for extra time?

Yes, PwD candidates get extra time.

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Application Process FAQs

41. When will JEE 2026 application form be released?

The application form is expected in November 2025.

42. How to apply for JEE 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official NTA website.

43. What documents are required?

Class 10 certificate, photograph, signature, and ID proof.

44. What is the application fee?

The fee varies based on category and exam center.

45. Can I edit my application form?

Yes, NTA provides a correction window.

46. Can I change my exam center?

Changes are allowed only during the correction window.

47. Is Aadhaar mandatory?

Aadhaar is preferred but not mandatory.

48. How to recover login credentials?

Use the “Forgot Password” option on the official website.

49. Can one mobile number be used for multiple forms?

No, each candidate needs a unique mobile number.

50. Is offline application available?

No, only online application is accepted.

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Admit Card & Exam FAQs

51. When will the JEE 2026 admit card be released?

Admit cards are released 3–4 days before the exam.

52. How to download admit card?

From the official NTA JEE website using login credentials.

53. What details are mentioned on the admit card?

Exam date, time, center, and candidate details.

54. What documents are required at exam center?

Admit card and valid photo ID proof.

55. Are electronic items allowed?

No, electronic devices are strictly prohibited.

56. Can I carry a digital admit card?

No, a printed copy is mandatory.

57. Is rough paper provided?

Yes, rough sheets are provided at the exam center.

58. Can I change exam date?

No, exam dates cannot be changed.

59. What if I miss the exam?

No re-exam is conducted.

60. Is biometric verification done?

Yes, biometric verification is mandatory.

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Result, Rank & Counselling FAQs

61. When will JEE Main 2026 result be declared?

Results are usually declared within a week after the exam.

62. How to check JEE result?

Through the official NTA website.

63. What is JEE percentile score?

It indicates relative performance compared to other candidates.

64. What is normalization?

Normalization adjusts scores across different exam sessions.

65. What is a good percentile?

A percentile above 90 is considered good.

66. What percentile is required for IIT?

Usually above 97 percentile to qualify for JEE Advanced.

67. What is JoSAA counselling?

JoSAA conducts centralized counselling for IITs, NITs, IIITs.

68. Who is eligible for JoSAA?

Candidates who qualify JEE Main or Advanced.

69. What documents are required for counselling?

Mark sheets, category certificate, and ID proof.

70. Is physical reporting mandatory?

Yes, after seat allotment.

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Miscellaneous FAQs

71. Is there home state quota?

Yes, for NITs and state colleges.

72. What is EWS quota?

10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections.

73. Can college students appear for JEE?

Yes, within the attempt limit.

74. Can JEE score be used for private colleges?

Yes, many private colleges accept JEE scores.

75. Is coaching necessary?

No, self-study can also lead to success.

76. How many hours should I study daily?

6–8 hours of focused study is recommended.

77. Which books are best for JEE?

NCERT, HC Verma, and standard reference books.

78. Are mock tests important?

Yes, mock tests help improve speed and accuracy.

79. Can I crack JEE in one year?

Yes, with proper planning and dedication.

80. What are career options after JEE?

Engineering, research, PSU jobs, startups, and higher studies.

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Additional FAQs

81. Is JEE tougher than NEET?

Both are tough but focus on different fields.

82. Can commerce students appear for JEE?

No, PCM subjects are mandatory.

83. Can arts students appear for JEE?

No, Physics, Chemistry, and Maths are required.

84. Is JEE compulsory for BTech?

Yes, for most government colleges.

85. Can I prepare without coaching?

Yes, many students crack JEE through self-study.

86. Is online coaching effective?

Yes, if used with discipline.

87. Can I skip JEE Advanced?

Yes, if you don’t want IIT admission.

88. Are boards marks important?

Yes, minimum eligibility is required.

89. Is JEE repeated every year?

Yes, it is conducted annually.

90. Where can I get official updates?

On the official NTA JEE website.

91. Can I appear again after qualifying?

Yes, within the attempt limit.

92. Is JEE rank permanent?

No, it is valid only for that admission year.

93. Can I change category later?

No, category once submitted cannot be changed.

94. What is CSAB counselling?

Counselling for vacant seats after JoSAA.

95. Are hostel facilities available?

Yes, in most government colleges.

96. Is JEE exam stressful?

It can be, but proper preparation reduces stress.

97. What is the safest preparation strategy?

Concept clarity, practice, and revision.

98. Is mathematics compulsory?

Yes, Mathematics is mandatory.

99. How competitive is JEE?

Over 10 lakh students appear every year.

100. Is JEE worth attempting?

Yes, it opens doors to top engineering institutes in India.