JEE Main 2026 Application Form for Session 2 – Reopened by NTA

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has reopened the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form window for a limited time, giving candidates who could not complete their registration earlier one last chance. The application form can now be submitted from 12 March 2026 (afternoon) to 13 March 2026 (9:00 PM), and fee payment is allowed until 11:50 PM on 13 March 2026.

Only fresh applicants for Session 2, or those who missed the earlier fee payment deadline, can use this special window. Candidates who have already successfully applied for Session 2 and completed the fee payment must not register again. Since no correction facility will be available during this extended period, aspirants must fill in all details carefully before final submission to avoid rejection or issues later.

Important: This is a short, one-time opportunity. No further extension or correction window is expected for JEE Main 2026 Session 2.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form Dates

Candidates must carefully note both the original Session 2 schedule and the special reopened window for JEE Main 2026 Session 2.

Reopened JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Window (Special Chance)

No extension beyond these dates is expected, and there will be no separate correction window for this special opportunity. Therefore, candidates are advised to:

• Complete the entire registration and form submission well before the last date

• Ensure successful fee payment and download the confirmation page

• Recheck all personal, academic and exam-related details before final submission

Missing any of the above deadlines or steps may result in your JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application being rejected.

Original JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Schedule (Main Timeline)

For JEE Main 2026 Session 2, as per the main schedule:

The reopened window in March is only an additional, final chance for specific candidates and does not change the Session 2 exam dates.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Reopened Application: Who Can Apply?

NTA has clearly specified that this special JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application window is not for all candidates. Only specific categories of students are allowed to apply.

1. Candidates who CAN use this reopened window

• Students who could not fill out the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form earlier

• Students who filled the form but could not complete the fee payment within the previous deadline

• Eligible candidates who now wish to appear in Session 2 only and did not register for Session 2 earlier

2. Candidates who CANNOT apply again

• Candidates who have already successfully submitted the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form

• Candidates whose fee payment was successful and who have a valid confirmation page for Session 2

• Students trying to make corrections or changes in their already submitted Session 2 form (no correction facility is available in this window)

3. General eligibility conditions (as per JEE Main 2026 rules)

• Candidates must have passed Class 12 or equivalent exam in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026 (as per the official brochure)

• They must satisfy the subject combination requirements for B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, or B.Plan courses

• There is no age limit, but candidates must meet the year of passing and institute-specific eligibility (especially for NITs, IIITs and CFTIs)

Students using this reopened window must ensure that they satisfy both the general JEE Main 2026 eligibility criteria and the specific conditions for this special Session 2 application opportunity before applying.

Documents and Details Required for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form

Before starting the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application process in the reopened window, candidates should keep the following documents and details ready to avoid mistakes and delays:

1. Personal and contact details

• Full name (as per Class 10 certificate)

• Parents’ names

• Date of birth

• Gender, category (GEN/OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS), and PwD status (if applicable)

• Identification details (Aadhaar number or any other valid ID, as per NTA rules)

• Complete postal address with PIN code

• Valid mobile number and email ID

2. Academic details

• Class 10 and Class 12 (or equivalent) year of passing / appearing

• Name of school/college and board/university

• Roll number (if already allotted for Class 12 appearing candidates)

• Marks/grades (as required in the form)

• Subject combinations for the chosen course (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan)

3. Scanned images as per NTA specifications

• Recent passport-size colour photograph with:

• Plain background

• Clear face visibility

• File size and format as specified on the JEE Main website

• Candidate’s signature in black/blue ink on white paper (scanned and cropped as per size guidelines)

• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable

• PwD certificate, if applying under PwD category

4. Exam-related preferences

• Choice of paper(s): B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan or a combination

• Preferred exam cities for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 (in order of priority)

5. Payment details

• Debit card / Credit card details

• Net banking credentials

• UPI ID or other available payment method details

Keeping these documents and details ready beforehand will help candidates fill the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form smoothly within the limited reopened window, reducing the chances of errors and last-minute technical issues.

How to Fill the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Application Form (Reopened Window)

Candidates who are eligible for this special JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application window must follow the steps below to complete their registration correctly:

Step 1: Visit the official NTA JEE Main website

Go to the official JEE Main 2026 portal and click on the link for “JEE Main 2026 Session 2: Reopened Application Form” or similar notification.

Step 2: New registration/candidate login

• If you are a new candidate for Session 2, click on “New Registration” and complete the registration process using your name, mobile number, email ID, and other basic details.

• If you had registered earlier but did not complete fee payment, log in using your Application Number and Password.

Step 3: Read instructions carefully

Before proceeding, carefully read the information bulletin, eligibility criteria, and instructions displayed on the screen. Tick the declaration checkbox and continue.

Step 4: Fill in the application form details

Enter all required information in the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application form, including:

• Personal details (name, parents’ names, date of birth, category, gender, etc.)

• Contact details (address, mobile number, email ID)

• Academic details (Class 10 and 12 qualifications, year of passing/appearing, school/board details)

• Paper choice (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan, or combination)

• Exam city preferences for Session 2

Step 5: Upload scanned documents

Upload the required documents as per NTA specifications:

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Signature

• Category / PwD certificate (if applicable)

Ensure that the size, format and clarity of the images match the guidelines given on the website.

Step 6: Pay the application fee online

Proceed to the fee payment page and pay the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application fee using:

• Debit card / Credit card

• Net banking

• UPI or other available options

Wait for the payment confirmation message. Do not refresh or close the browser during the transaction.

Step 7: Download confirmation page

After successful fee payment, download and save the confirmation page of your JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application. It is strongly recommended to:

• Save a soft copy (PDF)

• Take a printout for future reference

Candidates must complete all these steps within the reopened window (up to 13 March 2026, 9:00 PM for form submission and 11:50 PM for fee payment). Incomplete forms or unpaid fees will lead to rejection of the application.

What is the Application Fee for JEE Main 2026?

As per the official notification, the JEE Main 2026 application fee varies by category and exam centre location:

• Payment Mode: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI

• Refund Policy: JEE Main application fees are non-refundable; candidates must check all details carefully before making payment.

Candidates are advised to verify the latest fee details and applicable service charges on the official JEE Main website (jeemain.nta.nic.in) before completing the transaction.

Important Instructions for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Reopened Application Window

Candidates using the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 reopened application window must follow these important instructions to ensure successful registration:

1. Apply only if you are eligible for this window

Use this opportunity only if you could not submit the Session 2 form earlier, or your fee payment was not completed. Do not apply again if your previous Session 2 application and fee payment were already successful.

2. Fill details exactly as per official records

Enter your name, parents’ names, and date of birth exactly as mentioned in your Class 10 certificate. Ensure that your category, PwD status and identification details are correct and match your documents.

3. Use a valid and active mobile number and email ID

All important communication from NTA (OTP, application updates, exam information) will be sent to your registered mobile number and email ID. Do not change or deactivate them until the entire JEE Main 2026 process is over.

4. Upload documents as per NTA specifications

Make sure your photograph and signature are clear, recent and in the correct size and format. Upload category and PwD certificates only if applicable and as per the latest format mentioned in the information bulletin.

5. Choose exam cities and papers carefully

Select your paper(s) (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan) and exam city preferences thoughtfully, as there is no correction facility in this reopened window. Once submitted, these choices cannot be changed.

6. Complete fee payment within the deadline

Form submission is incomplete without successful fee payment. Pay the fee well before 11:50 PM on 13 March 2026 to avoid last-minute payment failures or server issues.

7. Do not wait till the last moment

Heavy traffic on the website near the deadline may cause slow loading or technical glitches. Complete the form, upload documents and pay the fee as early as possible within the window.

8. Verify all details before final submission

Carefully review your personal, academic, paper choice and exam city details on the preview page. Once you click “Final Submit”, you cannot edit or correct the information for this window.

9. Save the confirmation page and proof of payment

After successful submission and fee payment, download and save the confirmation page. Keep screenshots/emails/SMS of payment confirmation for your records.

10. Refer only to official sources

For any updates regarding JEE Main 2026 Session 2, rely only on the official NTA/JEE Main website and public notices. Avoid misinformation from unofficial websites, social media, or rumours.

Following these instructions carefully will help ensure that your JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application through the reopened window is accepted without any issues.

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