JEE Main 2026 Session 2: Last date to apply is 25 February
Overview
The National Testing Agency will close the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 application window on 25 February 2026. Candidates must submit the form by 9 PM and complete fee payment by 11:50 PM on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The NTA has stated that there will be no extension to the deadline. The Session 2 exams will be held from 2 to 9 April 2026. A correction window will open on 27 and 28 February for fresh applicants and students who registered for both sessions. Students should complete the process early and check official updates regularly.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will close the application window for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 on 25 February 2026. Students who plan to appear for the April session must submit their application on the official website by the deadline.
Candidates can apply by visiting the official portal: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in
Application deadline and fee payment time
The application form can be filled and submitted until 9:00 PM on 25 February 2026. After the form submission window closes, candidates will still have time to pay the application fee. The fee payment window will remain open until 11:50 PM on the same day.
Students should not wait until the last minute. Server load and payment delays can cause issues near the deadline. Submit the form early and confirm that the payment status shows as successful.
No extension expected
The NTA has stated on its website that there will be no further extension of the last date. Students who miss the deadline will not be able to apply for Session 2. This is the final chance for candidates who want to improve their score or appear for the exam for the first time in 2026.
Exam dates for Session 2
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exams will take place between 2 April and 9 April 2026. The exact exam date, shift, and city details will be available on the admit card closer to the exam period.
Candidates should keep checking the official website and their registered email for updates related to admit cards and exam instructions.
Correction window details
The NTA will open a correction window on 27 February and 28 February 2026. This window is for:
Students who submit fresh applications for Session 2
Students who appeared in Session 1 and also registered for Session 2
During this period, candidates can correct details in their application form where edits are allowed. Not all fields can be changed, so students should review the form carefully before submission.
What students should do now
Complete the application form before 9 PM on 25 February
Pay the application fee before 11:50 PM
Keep login details safe
Download the confirmation page after payment
Check the correction window dates if changes are needed
Students should rely only on official updates from NTA and avoid unofficial claims about deadline extensions.
CollegeTpoint will share updates if the NTA releases any new notification related to JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Stay alert and complete your application on time.