Major Changes Expected in JEE Main 2026 Exam; Registration Changes & Test Centres

Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026

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28th July, 2025

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The JEE Main exam is set to be held in January and April 2026 across various exam centres as an online computer based test (CBT). The exam will be held across various exam centres in India and outside India. While the JEE Main exam has observed several changes over the years, the 2026 exam will be different. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to introduce several important changes in the exam this year, especially pertaining to the JEE Main registration and JEE application form 2026.

Earlier last month, NTA had issued an important advisory as per which the students have been asked to keep their Aadhar Card updated, UDID card updated (for PwD category), and even the category certificate must also be ready and updated. The notice has been released on the JEE Main 2026 official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in. Students can read the complete notice attached below.

However, now the main question is that why was this notice issued and what does NTA has in plan for all their upcoming JEE Main aspirants. Read this full article to know all the expected changes in the JEE Main 2026 exam.

NTA Advisory for JEE Main 2026

Expected Change 1 → 40-50% Pre-filled JEE Main Application Form

The first major change which is expected this year is that the basic details like the candidates' name, address, phone number, and e-mail ID will be pre filled based on the Aadhar card details. Therefore, in this situation, the candidates are strictly advised to keep all their documents updated with latest information.

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Expected Change 2 → No Option to Choose & Fill the JEE Main Exam Centre

It is highly anticipated that this year, the aspirants will not be allowed to choose their preferred exam city. As per the latest reports the students will be allocated the JEE Main test city randomly and will be informed via the JEE Main city intimation slip.

Will the JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Also Change?

As far the 2026 JEE Main pattern is concerned, no speculations are being made in this respect. For now, the candidates are advised to follow and prepare according the previous year pattern itself.

Particulars

Exam Info

Exam mode

Online (Computer based)

Number of sections and subjects

3 (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics)

Duration of exam

  • 3 hours (180 minutes)
  • 4 hours for PwD candidates

Type of questions

  • MCQs: 4 options with only 1 correct option
  • Numerical Value Questions: Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value

Section A (MCQ)

  • Mathematics: 20
  • Physics: 20
  • Chemistry: 20

Section B (Numerical Value)

  • Mathematics: 5
  • Physics: 5
  • Chemistry: 5
  • In Section B, candidates have to attempt all five questions from each section.

How many questions in JEE Mains

75

JEE Mains Total Marks

300 marks

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

JEE Mains Negative Marking

  • MCQs
    • Four marks will be awarded for each correct answer
    • Negative marking of 1 mark on each wrong answer.
  • Questions with Numerical Value Answers
    • Candidates will be given four marks for each correct answer
    • Negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer.

JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 Paper 2 (B. Arch and B. Plan)

Students desiring to opt for any B.Arch or B. Plan program after JEE Main Exam, must check out the revised JEE Main Exam Pattern for Paper 2 as there have been few crucial changes in the exam pattern.

Refer to the following to check out the JEE Main Exam Pattern 2026 for paper 2.

Particulars

B. Arch Exam Pattern

B. Planning Exam Pattern

Exam mode

Online (Mathematics and Aptitude) and offline (Drawing test)

Online

Number of sections and subjects

3 (Drawing, Mathematics, and Aptitude)

3 (Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning Based Questions)

Duration of exam

3 hours (180 minutes)

3 hours (180 minutes)

Sections

  • Mathematics (Part I) - 20 MCQ and 5 Numerical Value Questions
  • Aptitude Test (Part II) - 50
  • Drawing Test (Part III) - 02
  • Mathematics - 20 questions and 5 Numerical Value Questions
  • Aptitude - 50
  • Planning Based Questions - 25

Number of questions

77

100

Type of questions

  • Mathematics and Aptitude: Objective-type questions
  • Drawing: Questions to test the candidate’s drawing and sketching skills
  • Mathematics and Aptitude
  • Planning-Based Questions -Multiple-Choice Questions

Total Marks of JEE Mains

400 marks (Drawing section will be of a total of 100 marks, marking of every question will be given along with it)

400

Language of paper

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu in addition to Hindi, English, and Gujarati

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main changes expected in JEE Main 2026 application process?

For JEE Main 2026, NTA plans to pre-fill about 40-50% of the application form with details from your Aadhaar card, like name, address, and contact info. So, ensure your Aadhaar is updated. Another big change is that you wont choose your exam city; NTA will allocate it randomly and inform you via an intimation slip.

Why is it important to update my Aadhar for JEE Main 2026?

Updating your Aadhar card is crucial because NTA will use its details to pre-fill about 40-50% of your JEE Main 2026 application form. This includes your name, address, phone number, and email ID. Having correct, updated information on your Aadhaar will ensure a smooth and error-free application process for you.

Can I choose my preferred exam city for JEE Main 2026?

No, it is highly anticipated that aspirants will not be able to choose their preferred exam city for JEE Main 2026. NTA is expected to allocate test cities randomly to candidates. You will be informed about your assigned exam city through a special JEE Main city intimation slip released closer to the exam dates.

Will the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern for B.E./B.Tech change?

As of now, no changes are expected in the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern for B.E./B.Tech (Paper 1). Aspirants are advised to prepare based on the previous year's pattern. The exam remains online, with 75 questions in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, totaling 300 marks.

What is the duration and total marks for JEE Main 2026 Paper 1?

The JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 (for B.E./B.Tech) will be 3 hours long (180 minutes). For PwD candidates, the duration is 4 hours. The exam will consist of 75 questions in total across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and the maximum marks for the paper will be 300.

Are there changes in JEE Main 2026 pattern for B.Arch and B.Plan?

Yes, there have been crucial changes to the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern for Paper 2 (B.Arch and B.Plan). B.Arch now includes an online Mathematics and Aptitude section along with an offline Drawing test. B.Plan is fully online with Mathematics, Aptitude, and Planning Based Questions. Both papers are 3 hours and worth 400 marks.

Is there negative marking in JEE Main 2026?

Yes, there is negative marking in JEE Main 2026 for both Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Value Questions. For every correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded. However, for each incorrect answer, 1 mark will be deducted. So, be careful while attempting questions.

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