The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has released the full schedule for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026. This important exam is for students who want to get admission into the top IITs across India. The JEE Advanced 2026 exam will be held on May 17, 2026 . It will be a computer-based test (CBT) conducted at various exam centers.
Online registration for JEE Advanced 2026 will begin on April 23, 2026 . Only students who have qualified in JEE Main and meet specific criteria can apply. Students must submit their application fee by May 4, 2026 . All applications must be made online through the official website managed by IIT Roorkee.
JEE Advanced 2026 Key Dates
Here are the important dates for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam. Students should note these dates carefully to avoid missing any deadlines.
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | April 23, 2026 at 10 AM |
| Last Date to Submit Application | May 2, 2026 till 11:59 PM |
| Last Date to Pay Registration Fee | May 4, 2026 till 11:59 PM |
| Admit Card Available | May 11, 2026 at 10 AM |
| Last Date to Download Admit Card | May 17, 2026 till 2:30 PM |
| JEE Advanced Exam Paper 1 | May 17, 2026 (9 AM to 12 PM) |
| JEE Advanced Exam Paper 2 | May 17, 2026 (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM) |
| Response Sheet Released | May 21, 2026 at 5 PM |
| Provisional Answer Key Displayed | May 25, 2026 at 10 AM |
Who Can Apply for JEE Advanced 2026?
To take the JEE Advanced 2026 exam, students must meet certain requirements. Here are the main eligibility criteria:
- Students must have passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) exam with at least five subjects.
- It is necessary to score a minimum of 75% marks in Class 12. For students from SC/ST/PwD categories, the minimum score is 65%.
- In Class 12, students must have Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects.
- Students must have cleared the JEE Main exam and be among the top 2,50,000 rank holders . This means only a limited number of JEE Main qualifiers can appear for JEE Advanced.
How to Register for JEE Advanced 2026
The registration process for JEE Advanced 2026 is fully online. Here are the simple steps to apply:
- Visit the official JEE Advanced 2026 website when registration opens on April 23, 2026 .
- Look for the 'Registration' or 'Apply Online' link.
- Fill in all required details accurately, including your personal information and academic qualifications.
- Upload necessary documents, such as photographs and signatures, as per the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online before the deadline of May 4, 2026 . The fee amount and payment methods will be available on the website.
- After successful payment, download and print your application form for future reference.
Understanding the JEE Advanced Exam
The JEE Advanced exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers will be held on the same day, May 17, 2026 .
- Paper 1: From 9 AM to 12 PM
- Paper 2: From 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Each paper is a computer-based test, meaning students will answer questions on a computer. The exam checks students' knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
What Happens After the Exam?
After the exam on May 17, 2026 , students can check their performance using the following schedule:
- Response Sheet: Your answers, as recorded by the computer, will be released on May 21, 2026 . This allows you to check what you marked.
- Provisional Answer Key: The official temporary answers will be displayed on May 25, 2026 . Students can use this to estimate their scores. There will also be a window to challenge these answers if you find any errors.
Students must keep checking the official JEE Advanced 2026 website for more updates, including the final answer key and result declaration.
