The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the correction window for the JEE Main 2026 application form. Students who applied for this key engineering entrance exam can now fix any errors in their submitted forms. This correction period began on December 1 and will end quickly on December 2, at 11:50 PM . All corrections must be done online through the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
While many details can be changed for free, some specific corrections will require an extra payment. It is crucial to review your form carefully and make all necessary updates within this short timeframe. Correct information in your application is vital for the entire admission process, from receiving your admit card to final college entry.
How to Make Corrections
Follow these simple steps to make changes to your application form:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Click the link for " JEE Main 2026 Application Form Correction ".
- Log in using your JEE Main 2026 application number and date of birth/password .
- You can then view and edit the open fields.
- After making changes, review everything before submitting the corrected form.
Changes Requiring an Extra Fee
Certain corrections come with an additional fee. This is often due to changes in application cost or administrative needs. The fields that require payment for correction are:
| Type of Change | Fee Requirement |
| Category (e.g., General to SC/ST) | Candidates must pay the difference in application fee. |
| Adding Papers (e.g., adding B.Arch or B.Planning) | Candidates must pay the applicable fee for added paper(s). |
| Exam City Change to a Foreign City | An extra fee applies if the new exam city is outside India. |
| Gender | Candidates need to pay the difference in application fee, if any. |
The system will display the exact amount to pay. Complete the payment for corrections to be saved.
Changes That Are Free
Many important details can be corrected without any extra cost. These fields are free to edit:
- Your Name
- Your Educational Details (like Class 10 or 12 marks)
- The State Code of Eligibility
- The Medium of Exam
- Your Date of Birth
- Your Signature
- Your Identity Details
Even though these corrections are free, it is vital to ensure they are accurate for identity and qualification checks later.
Final Deadline
The last day for corrections to your JEE Main 2026 application form is December 2, 2025, by 11:50 PM . No further changes will be allowed after this. Complete all corrections as soon as possible.
Why Accuracy Matters for JEE Main
JEE Main is a crucial exam for admission to engineering and architecture programs in top colleges like NITs and IIITs. Accurate information on your application ensures a smooth process for your admit card, exam day, results, and college admissions. Any mismatch could lead to problems. Check all details carefully against your official documents.
