JEE Advanced 2026 Registration
Registration closed May 2, 2026 · Exam held May 17, 2026 · Result Declared June 1, 2026
JEE Advanced registration is a short, tightly timed window that opens only for candidates who have already qualified through JEE Main by ranking within the announced eligible bracket — typically the top 2.5 lakh candidates across all categories combined, though the exact cutoff figure and count varies each year based on that year's JEE Main performance distribution. Because eligibility is determined automatically by NTA and communicated through JEE Main results, there is no separate "application" stage where you prove merit — qualifying candidates simply need to complete registration on the JEE Advanced portal (jeeadv.ac.in) within the announced window, generally lasting about a week to ten days.
Beyond the merit-based eligibility, JEE Advanced registration carries its own independent criteria that candidates must separately satisfy — an age criterion based on date of birth (with a relaxation window for SC/ST/PwD candidates), a Class 12 passing-year requirement (generally limited to the current and immediately preceding year), a minimum aggregate percentage in Class 12 board exams (with a relaxed threshold for SC/ST/PwD candidates), and a cap on the number of previous JEE Advanced attempts (typically two attempts in consecutive years). Missing any one of these criteria disqualifies a candidate from registering even if their JEE Main rank comfortably clears the merit cutoff, so it's worth verifying every eligibility condition carefully — not just the rank requirement — before assuming registration eligibility.
Since the registration window is brief and immediately followed by admit card release and the exam itself, candidates are generally advised to complete registration as early as possible within the window rather than waiting until the final day, both to avoid last-minute technical issues and to allow adequate time for document upload corrections if any discrepancy is flagged. The registration fee, document requirements, and process broadly mirror JEE Main's structure but are handled through a separate, IIT-administered portal rather than NTA's.
Eligibility Checklist
Step-by-Step Registration Process
Check Eligibility
Verify you rank in top 2.5 lakh in JEE Main and meet all eligibility criteria
Online Registration
Visit official website and complete registration with basic details
Upload Documents
Upload photograph, signature, and required certificates
Pay Registration Fee
Pay fee online through available payment modes
Download Confirmation
Download and print confirmation page for reference
Documents Required
| Document | Max Size | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|
| Class 10th Certificate/Mark Sheet | 50-500 KB | Yes |
| Class 12th Certificate/Mark Sheet | 50-500 KB | Yes |
| Passport Size Photograph | 10-100 KB | Yes |
| Signature | 10-100 KB | Yes |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) | 50-500 KB | No |
| PwD Certificate (if applicable) | 50-500 KB | No |
| DSO Certificate (if applicable) | 50-500 KB | No |
| Year of Appearance Certificate | 50-500 KB | Yes |
Registration Fee
Like JEE Main, JEE Advanced offers concessional fees for female candidates and SC/ST/PwD candidates as a standard policy provision, with the general category fee set noticeably higher. Fees for candidates opting for exam centres outside India are typically much higher still and are published separately in the information bulletin. Fee amounts have been revised across different years, so treat the figures below as broadly indicative and always confirm the exact current fee on jeeadv.ac.in before payment.
Important Instructions
Because the registration window for JEE Advanced is much shorter than JEE Main's, there is even less margin for error — a rejected document upload or an unnoticed data mismatch can eat into the limited time available for correction. It's advisable to have all required documents scanned, correctly sized, and ready before the registration window opens, so the actual form-filling process can be completed quickly and carefully rather than under last-minute time pressure.
What's Next?
JEE Advanced 2026 exam is complete. Here are your next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about JEE Advanced 2026 registration, eligibility, fee, and next steps.