JEE Main & AEEE 2026 Exam Dates Clash: How to Avoid Conflict

Students preparing for engineering entrance exams should note a potential clash in exam dates for **JEE Main 2026 Session 1** and **AEEE 2026 Phase 1**. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has set the period for JEE Main Session 1 between **January 21 and January 30, 2026**. Meanwhile, Amrita University will hold the AEEE Phase 1 exam from **January 29 to February 1, 2026**.

This overlap means that candidates planning to take both exams might face a challenge, especially on **January 29 and January 30, 2026**. However, students have an option to manage this. Amrita University offers a 'slot booking' facility for AEEE, which allows candidates to choose their preferred exam date and time. This feature can help students schedule their AEEE exam to avoid any conflict with their JEE Main test date.

Important Exam Dates at a Glance

Details for JEE Main 2026

The **Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main** is a national-level engineering entrance exam. It is important for admission to many top engineering colleges across India, including NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.

• The NTA has announced that JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be held from **January 21 to January 30, 2026**.
• The exact dates for the JEE Main exam within this period are not yet final. NTA will announce these specific dates later.
• Applications for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 are currently open.
• The last date to apply for JEE Main Session 1 is **November 27, 2025**.
• Students can apply online through the official website: **jeemain.nta.nic.in**.

Details for AEEE 2026

The **Amrita Entrance Examination – Engineering (AEEE)** is conducted by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham for admission to its various B.Tech programs.

• The AEEE 2026 Phase 1 exam is scheduled from **January 29 to February 1, 2026**.
• Applications for AEEE 2026 are open.
• The last date to apply for AEEE 2026 Phase 1 is **January 15, 2026**.
• Students can apply online by visiting the official website: **aeee.amrita.edu**.
• AEEE exams will be held as a computer-based test (CBT).

Understanding AEEE Slot Booking

Amrita University provides a special facility called 'slot booking' for AEEE. This feature allows registered candidates to choose their preferred date and time for the exam. The slot booking for AEEE 2026 Phase 1 will begin on **January 10, 2026**. This is a key tool for students who wish to take both JEE Main and AEEE.

New Exam Pattern for AEEE 2026

There is a change in the exam pattern for AEEE 2026. A new section, **'Quantitative Aptitude'**, has been added to the question paper. This new section will carry a total of **30 marks**.

How to Avoid Exam Date Clashes

If you are planning to appear for both JEE Main and AEEE, you must be careful with the exam schedules:

• The most important step is to wait for NTA to release the exact dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
• Once you know your specific JEE Main exam date, use the AEEE slot booking facility wisely.
• When AEEE slot booking opens on **January 10, 2026**, choose an AEEE exam date that does not overlap with your JEE Main date. For example, if your JEE Main exam is on January 29, you can choose an AEEE date on January 30, January 31, or February 1.
• Planning ahead using the slot booking option can help you take both exams without any issues.

Next Steps for Students

Students should focus on their preparations and keep track of official updates:

• Complete your application for JEE Main 2026 by **November 27, 2025**, and for AEEE 2026 by **January 15, 2026**.
• Regularly check the official websites of NTA (**jeemain.nta.nic.in**) and Amrita University (**aeee.amrita.edu**) for the latest news and exact date announcements.
• Be ready to book your AEEE slot as soon as the facility opens on **January 10, 2026**, after confirming your JEE Main date.