IIT JEE Advanced 2026 Notification, Exam Date, Eligibility and Online Form

The IIT Roorkee has officially released the notification for JEE Advanced 2026. This national-level entrance exam is the gateway for admission into the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Only the top 2,50,000 qualified candidates of JEE Main 2026 are eligible to apply. The exam consists of two mandatory papers scheduled for 17 May 2026 in Computer Based Test mode.

IIT JEE Advanced 2026 Notification and Exam Details

JEE Advanced 2026 Recruitment Summary and Key Highlights
Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) 2026 Advertisement No.:- JEE (Adv) 2026 Notification
Exam Conducting Body Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee
Courses Offered / Program Offered B.E. / B.Tech / B.Arch / Dual Degree / Integrated Masters
Exam Level National Level (Undergraduate)
Start Date to Apply 23 April 2026
Last Date to Apply 02 May 2026
Educational Qualification 12th Passed (PCM) + JEE Main Qualified
Age Limit Born on or after 01 October 2001 (Relaxation for SC/ST/PwD)
Selection Process JEE Main > JEE Advanced > JoSAA Counselling
Exam Date 17 May 2026
Application Fees General/OBC: Rs 3,200/-
SC/ST/PwD/Female: Rs 1,600/-
Foreign Candidates: Varies by Region
Application Mode Online Mode Only
Official Notification Download PDF
Syllabus Download PDF
Official Website Official Website
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Important Date

  • Notification Released: 21 April 2026
  • Application Start: 23 April 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 02 May 2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 May 2026
  • Admit Card Available: 11 May 2026
  • Exam Date: 17 May 2026
  • Result & Final Answer Key: 01 June 2026

Age Limit

  • General/OBC Candidates: Born on or after 01 October 2001
  • SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Born on or after 01 October 1996
  • Age Relaxation:
    • 5 Years Relaxation for SC, ST, and PwD categories.
  • Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.

Application Fees

  • General / OBC (Male): Rs. 3200/-
  • Female Candidates (All Categories): Rs. 1600/-
  • SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Rs. 1600/-
  • Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI)

Qualification

  • Must have passed Class 12th or equivalent in 2025 or appearing in 2026.
  • Compulsory Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
  • Must be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates in JEE Main 2026 Paper 1.

Full Eligibility

Candidates must satisfy the five criteria including performance in JEE Main 2026, age limit, number of attempts (max 2), and year of passing Class XII.

JEE Advanced 2026 Category-wise Eligibility Distribution
Category Seats Reserved (Out of 2.5 Lakh)
OPEN (General) 1,01,250
GEN-EWS 25,000
OBC-NCL 67,500
SC 37,500
ST 18,750
Total 2,50,000

Selection Process

The IIT Admission Process is highly competitive and involves multiple stages to filter the brightest minds for engineering and technology programs.

  • Step 1: Qualifying JEE Main 2026 and ranking in the top 2.5 lakh.
  • Step 2: Appearing in JEE Advanced 2026 (Both Paper 1 & Paper 2).
  • Step 3: Scoring Minimum Percentage in each subject and aggregate marks.
  • Step 4: Registration for JoSAA Counselling (Joint Seat Allocation Authority).
  • Step 5: Document Verification and Seat Allotment in IITs.

Exam Pattern

The JEE Advanced Exam Pattern is dynamic and changes every year. It tests the analytical and reasoning ability of candidates in PCM subjects.

Detailed Exam Pattern for JEE Advanced 2026
Feature Details
Mode of Exam Computer Based Test (CBT) Only
Number of Papers 2 Compulsory Papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2)
Duration 3 Hours Each (Total 6 Hours)
Question Types MCQs, Multiple Correct, Numerical Value, Matching Type
Marking Scheme Contains Partial, Full, and Negative Marking
Language English and Hindi
  • Each paper includes Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics sections.
  • Paper 1 Timing: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
  • Paper 2 Timing: 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM.
  • Candidates must appear in Both Papers to be eligible for ranking.

Courses Offered / Program Offered

Candidates qualifying JEE Advanced can choose from various undergraduate programs across 23 IITs and other participating institutes.

Academic Programs Offered through JEE Advanced Score
Program Type Duration
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) 4 Years
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) 4 Years
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) 5 Years
Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) 5 Years
Integrated Masters (M.Tech / M.Sc) 5 Years

How To Apply

Eligible candidates must follow the online registration process carefully on the official portal managed by IIT Roorkee.

  • Visit the official website jeeadv.ac.in.
  • Login using your JEE Main 2026 Roll Number and Password.
  • Provide basic data and choose Exam Centers (8 choices required).
  • Upload scanned documents (12th Marksheet, Category Certificate, etc.).
  • Pay the Application Fee through the integrated online payment gateway.
  • Download and print the Registration Confirmation Page.

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FAQs

Who is conducting JEE Advanced 2026?

The IIT Roorkee is the organizing institute for the JEE Advanced 2026 examination.

What is the exam date for JEE Advanced 2026?

The exam is scheduled to be held on 17 May 2026 in two shifts.

How many attempts are allowed for JEE Advanced?

A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in two consecutive years.

Is Paper 2 mandatory for all students?

Yes, appearing in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 is compulsory to be considered for the rank list.

What is the age limit for General category candidates?

Candidates should be born on or after 01 October 2001 to be eligible.

How many candidates qualify for JEE Advanced?

Only the top 2,50,000 candidates from JEE Main 2026 (across all categories) are eligible.

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