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JEE Advanced 2026, organised by IIT Roorkee, is one of the most prestigious engineering entrance exams in India. It is the gateway to the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). The exam tests students on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with the top 2,50,000 scorers of JEE Main (Paper 1) being eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. It is held once a year, usually in May-June.
JEE Advanced 2026 will be held on May 18, 2026. Registration is now open for foreign candidates. The results will likely be released by June-end 2026.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Dates
Listed below are the important dates for JEE Advanced 2026:
| Event | Dates |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date | May 18, 2026 |
| Registration for Foreign Candidates | Open Now |
| Registration for Indian Candidates (Post JEE Main 2026 results) | To Be Announced |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card Download | To Be Announced |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result | To Be Announced |
| AAT Registration | To Be Announced |
| AAT Exam | To Be Announced |
| AAT Result | To Be Announced |
| JoSAA Counselling | To Be Announced |
JEE Advanced 2026 Registration
JEE Advanced 2026 registration is now open for foreign nationals, PIO/OCI card holders and CIWGC candidates. Indian students can register post JEE Main 2026 results.
JEE Advanced 2026 Registration for Foreign Nationals
Foreign students can directly register at jeeadv.ac.in and pay the registration fee. Details of required documents, registration fee and eligibility criteria are outlined below.
Steps to register for JEE Advanced 2026 as a foreign national
- Step 1 - Log in to the official JEE Advanced website: jeeadv.ac.in
- Step 2 - Click on the "Foreign National Registration" link
- Step 3 - Read the instructions carefully and click "Proceed"
- Step 4 - Fill in the required details like name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, etc.
- Step 5 - Upload the required documents
- Step 6 - Pay the registration fee
- Step 7 - Submit the application
Documents Required for Registration as a Foreign National
- Passport (valid)
- Class 12 mark sheet or equivalent
- PIO / OCI card (if applicable)
Registration Fee for Foreign Candidates
| Category | Registration Fee |
| SAARC Countries | USD 75 |
| Non-SAARC Countries | USD 75 |
JEE Advanced Registration for Indian Candidates
Indian students can register for JEE Advanced 2026 post JEE Main 2026 results, provided they are among the top 2,50,000 qualifiers.
Steps to register for JEE Advanced 2026 (Indian Candidates)
- Step 1 - Log in to the official JEE Advanced website: jeeadv.ac.in
- Step 2 - Click on the "Registration" link
- Step 3 - Read the instructions carefully and click "Proceed"
- Step 4 - Fill in the required details
- Step 5 - Upload the required documents
- Step 6 - Pay the registration fee
- Step 7 - Submit the application
Documents Required for JEE Advanced Registration (Indian Candidates)
- JEE Main 2026 Roll Number
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Scribe request form (if applicable)
Registration Fee for Indian Candidates
| Category | Registration Fee |
| Female candidates (all categories) | ₹1,400 |
| SC, ST, PwD candidates | ₹1,400 |
| All other candidates | ₹2,800 |
JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Performance in JEE Main
Candidates must be among the top 2,50,000 scorers in JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), including all categories.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born on or after October 1, 2001. SC, ST, and PwD candidates get a 5-year relaxation (born on or after October 1, 1996).
Number of Attempts
A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of 2 times, in consecutive years.
Appearance in Class XII
Candidates must have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2025 or 2026.
Earlier Admission at IITs
Candidates who were admitted to an IIT or accepted an IIT seat in the past are NOT eligible.
Category-wise Seat Allocation in JEE Advanced
| Category | Percentage of Seats |
| General (Open) | 40.5% |
| General-EWS | 10% |
| OBC-NCL | 27% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| PwD (horizontal) | 5% of seats in each category |
JEE Advanced Exam Pattern 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 consists of two papers - Paper 1 and Paper 2. Both papers are mandatory and are conducted on the same day.
| Feature | Details |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Papers | 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2, both mandatory) |
| Duration per Paper | 3 hours (4 hours for PwD candidates) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
| Question Types | MCQ (single correct), MCQ (multiple correct), numerical value, matching list |
| Negative Marking | Yes, varies by section |
JEE Advanced Paper 1 Pattern
| Section | Question Type | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Negative Marking |
| Section 1 | MCQ (only one correct answer) | 4 | +3 | -1 |
| Section 2 | MCQ (one or more correct answer) | 3 | +4 (partial) | -2 (if wrong) |
| Section 3 | Numerical value | 6 | +4 | 0 |
JEE Advanced Paper 2 Pattern
| Section | Question Type | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Negative Marking |
| Section 1 | MCQ (only one correct answer) | 4 | +3 | -1 |
| Section 2 | MCQ (one or more correct answers) | 3 | +4 (partial) | -2 (if wrong) |
| Section 3 | Numerical value (non-negative) | 6 | +4 | 0 |
JEE Advanced Syllabus 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 tests candidates on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics based on the Class 11 and 12 curriculum. Here is a brief overview:
Physics
- General Physics (units, dimensions, errors)
- Mechanics (kinematics, laws of motion, gravitation, etc.)
- Thermal Physics
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Electromagnetic Induction
- Optics
- Modern Physics
Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry (mole concept, equilibrium, electrochemistry, etc.)
- Inorganic Chemistry (periodicity, coordination compounds, etc.)
- Organic Chemistry (reactions, mechanisms, biomolecules, etc.)
Mathematics
- Algebra (complex numbers, quadratics, matrices, probability)
- Trigonometry
- Analytical Geometry (2D and 3D)
- Differential Calculus
- Integral Calculus
- Vectors
Read our detailed JEE Advanced Syllabus article for a comprehensive list of topics.
JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card
The JEE Advanced 2026 admit card will be released online on jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates must download the admit card and carry it to the exam hall.
Details Mentioned on JEE Advanced Admit Card
- Candidate's Name
- Roll Number
- Date of Birth
- Exam Centre Name and Address
- Reporting Time
- Photo and Signature
- Important Instructions
Documents to Carry to the JEE Advanced Exam Hall
- JEE Advanced Admit Card (printed)
- Original Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID/Driving License)
- Passport-sized photograph
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
JEE Advanced Exam Marking Scheme
The JEE Advanced exam follows a specific marking scheme that varies by question type and section. Here is a summary:
| Question Type | Correct Answer | Incorrect Answer | No Attempt |
| MCQ (single correct) | +3 | -1 | 0 |
| MCQ (multiple correct) | +4 (partial for partial correct) | -2 (if any wrong option chosen) | 0 |
| Numerical Value | +4 | 0 | 0 |
| Matching List | Varies | Varies | 0 |
JEE Advanced Results 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 results will be announced on the official website jeeadv.ac.in. Candidates can check their results using their registration number and date of birth.
How to check JEE Advanced 2026 Results
- Step 1 - Visit jeeadv.ac.in
- Step 2 - Click on the "JEE Advanced 2026 Result" link
- Step 3 - Enter your registration number and date of birth
- Step 4 - Click "Submit"
- Step 5 - Your result will be displayed on the screen
- Step 6 - Download and save the result for future reference
JEE Advanced 2025 Marks vs Ranks
The table below gives an idea of the marks vs rank correlation from JEE Advanced 2025. This can be used as a reference for JEE Advanced 2026.
| Marks Range (Out of 360) | Expected Rank Range |
| 300+ | 1–100 |
| 270–299 | 101–500 |
| 250–269 | 501–1,000 |
| 220–249 | 1,001–2,500 |
| 200–219 | 2,501–5,000 |
| 175–199 | 5,001–10,000 |
| 150–174 | 10,001–17,000 |
| 125–149 | 17,001–27,000 |
| 100–124 | 27,001–50,000 |
| Below 100 | 50,000+ |
Read our detailed JEE Advanced Marks vs Rank article for more details.
JEE Advanced 2026 Cut Off
To qualify for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks (cut-off). The cut-off for each category is set as a percentage of the aggregate maximum marks.
| Category | Minimum % of Marks in Each Subject | Minimum % of Aggregate Marks |
| Common rank list (CRL) | 10% | 35% |
| OBC-NCL rank list | 9% | 31.5% |
| GEN-EWS rank list | 9% | 31.5% |
| SC rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| ST rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| Common-PwD rank list (CRL-PwD) | 5% | 17.5% |
| OBC-NCL-PwD rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| GEN-EWS-PwD rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| SC-PwD rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| ST-PwD rank list | 5% | 17.5% |
| Preparatory course rank list | 2.5% | 8.75% |
JEE Advanced Previous Year Question Papers
Practicing previous year question papers is one of the best ways to prepare for JEE Advanced. Here are the links to previous year question papers:
JEE Advanced 2026 Counselling
Post JEE Advanced 2026 results, qualified candidates will participate in the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling for admission to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and Other-GFTIs.
JoSAA Counselling Process
- Step 1 - Register on the JoSAA portal
- Step 2 - Fill in and lock choices (IIT branches/courses)
- Step 3 - Seat allotment (based on rank, category, and preferences)
- Step 4 - Accept seat and pay seat acceptance fee
- Step 5 - Report to the allotted institute with required documents
Documents Required for JoSAA Counselling
- JEE Advanced 2026 Rank Card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID Proof
- Passport-sized photographs
Top IITs and Courses Through JEE Advanced
JEE Advanced rank determines admission to all 23 IITs in India. The top IITs and their most sought-after courses are:
| IIT | Popular Courses |
| IIT Bombay | CSE, Electrical, Mechanical |
| IIT Delhi | CSE, Electrical, Chemical |
| IIT Madras | CSE, Aerospace, Naval Architecture |
| IIT Kanpur | CSE, Aerospace, Physics |
| IIT Kharagpur | CSE, Architecture, Mining Engineering |
| IIT Roorkee | CSE, Electrical, Civil |
| IIT Hyderabad | CSE, AI, Design |
| IIT Guwahati | CSE, Design, Biosciences |
Read our detailed Top IIT Colleges in India article for more details and closing ranks.
How to Prepare for JEE Advanced 2026
Understand the Exam Pattern
Familiarise yourself with the exam pattern, types of questions, marking scheme, and time duration. Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 are mandatory.
Master the Syllabus
Cover the complete JEE Advanced syllabus for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Focus on NCERT for basics and then move to advanced reference books.
Practise Previous Year Papers
Solving previous year JEE Advanced papers is one of the most effective ways to prepare. Aim to solve at least the last 10 years of papers.
Take Mock Tests
Regularly take full-length mock tests to build speed and accuracy. Analyse your mistakes and improve weak areas.
Time Management
JEE Advanced has a strict time limit. Practise managing time during preparation to ensure you can attempt maximum questions within the time limit.
Recommended Books for JEE Advanced 2026
| Subject | Book | Author/Publisher |
| Physics | Concepts of Physics (Vol 1 & 2) | H.C. Verma |
| Physics | Problems in General Physics | I.E. Irodov |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | O.P. Tandon |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | Morrison & Boyd |
| Chemistry | Concise Inorganic Chemistry | J.D. Lee |
| Mathematics | Maths XI & XII | R.D. Sharma |
| Mathematics | Problems in Calculus of One Variable | I.A. Maron |
JEE Advanced vs JEE Main
JEE Advanced and JEE Main are two different exams for admission to engineering colleges in India. Here is a comparison:
| Feature | JEE Main | JEE Advanced |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) | IITs (on a rotational basis) |
| Purpose | Admission to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs; qualifier for JEE Advanced | Admission to IITs |
| Eligibility | Class 12 passed/appearing | Top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers |
| Number of Papers | 1 (B.E./B.Tech) or 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning) | 2 (both mandatory) |
| Frequency | Twice a year | Once a year |
| Difficulty | Moderate | High |
| Admission to | NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, State colleges | IITs (23 IITs) |
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