What Is JEE ADVANCED?

To get into the top engineering colleges of the country one needs to clear both the entrance exam JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Only those students who are able to clear JEE Main cut-off are eligible to appear for the JEE Advanced exam. It is a Computer Based Exam and is conducted by the 7 IITs namely IIT Kharagpur, IIT Bombay, IIT Roorkee, IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, IIT Delhi, and IIT Guwahati on a rotational basis. As per the expectation, JEE Advanced 2026 would be conducted by IIT Roorkee.

Read to the bottom to get all the latest updates about JEE Advanced 2026 exam dates, syllabus, exam pattern, and eligibility criteria.

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JEE Advanced 2026 Updates

The official notification for JEE Advanced 2026 is expected to be released by IIT Roorkee. JEE Advanced 2026 is expected to be held in the last week of May.

About JEE Advanced 2026

Below given table presents the details of JEE Advanced 2026

The JEE Advanced 2026 would consist of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2, the papers would be carried out in two shifts. Both shifts will be held on the same day. For the students to be eligible for the merit list, it is mandatory to appear for both papers. Based on marks scored and rank secured in the JEE Advanced examination candidates are granted admission to various undergraduate courses, Master's and dual degree programs offered by IIT

JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates

All the important dates related to JEE Advanced are mentioned below. The candidates should stay updated about the JEE Advanced 2026 schedule in order to avoid missing out on any information.

JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility Criteria New (Revised)

It is mandatory for the students to meet the specific eligibility criteria established by the exam conducting authority in order to appear for JEE Advanced 2026. Any candidate failing to adhere to the eligibility criteria would not be qualified to appear for the JEE Advanced exam. To be on the safer side candidates are advised to read the eligibility criteria for JEE Advanced carefully and have a thorough check of the application form before submitting it, to avoid any discrepancies in the future

Criterion A1– Performance in JEE (Main) 2026:

Candidates should be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (including all categories) in B.E./B.Tech. paper (Paper I) of JEE (Main) 2026.

The percentages of various categories of candidates to be shortlisted are as follows: 10% for GEN-EWS, 27% for OBC-NCL, 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, and the remaining 40.5% is OPEN for all. Within each of these five categories, 5% horizontal reservation is available for PwD candidates.

The following table shows the order to be followed while choosing the top 2,50,000 candidates in various categories based on the performance in the B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE (Main) 2026.

Category-wise distribution of top 2,50,000* candidates (Criterion A1)

Criterion A2 – Age Limit:

Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 2000. Five years of age relaxation is given to SC, ST, and PwD candidates, i.e. these candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1995.

Criterion A3 – Number of attempts:

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

Criterion A4 – Appearance in Class XII (or equivalent) examination *:

A candidate should have appeared for the Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.

Candidates who had appeared in Class XII (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2024 or earlier, are NOT eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2026, irrespective of the combination or number of subjects attempted/offered.

* By appearance in Class XII (or equivalent) examination, it is meant that the Board concerned declared the result for that year irrespective of whether or not examination was conducted. It will be considered as an appearance even if the result of a particular candidate got withheld.

However, if the examination Board of Class XII (or equivalent) declared the results for the academic year 2022-23 on or after September 21, 2023, then the candidates of that Board who appeared for their Class XII (or equivalent) examination in 2023 are also eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2026, provided they meet all the other eligibility criteria. In case the examination Board of Class XII (or equivalent) declared the results for the academic year 2022-23 before September 21, 2023 but the result of a particular candidate was withheld for whatever reason, then the candidate will not be eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2026.

Criterion A5 – Earlier admission at IITs

A candidate should NOT have been admitted to an IIT under any academic program that is listed in JoSAA Business Rules of 2025, irrespective of whether or not the candidate continued in the program OR accepted an IIT seat by reporting “online” / at a “reporting centre” in the past. Candidates whose admission to IITs was cancelled (for whatever reason) after joining any IIT are also NOT eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced) 2026.

Candidates who join a preparatory course at any IIT for the first time in 2025 are eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced) 2026.

The candidates who were allocated a seat in an IIT through JoSAA but (i) did not report “online” OR, (ii) withdrew before the last round of seat allotment, OR, (iii) had their seat cancelled (for whatever reason) before the last round of seat allotment for IITs, are eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced) 2026.

However, in all of the above cases, the candidate is also required to fulfil the conditions mentioned from Criterion A1 to Criterion A4.

JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form and Registration Process

Once the JEE Main Results are declared the conducting authority for JEE Advanced releases the application form. For the year 2026, IIT Roorkee will be in charge of conducting the JEE Advanced paper and they would be releasing the application form. In order to fill out the application form, the student must first register on the official website. Candidates have to submit the form online and deposit the application fees along with the form itself. Out of all the JEE Main candidates, only the top 2.50 lakh candidates would be eligible for the IIT JEE Advanced exam.

To submit the JEE Advanced application form successfully follow the steps given:

Step-1: Login & Fill Details

Visit Official Website and Login

Visit JEE Advanced official website. Click on: https://jeeadv.ac.in/.

You will see the login portal of JEE Advanced.

 Enter the JEE Main 2026 Roll Number, Password, and Security Pin and submit it.

Candidates have to select a new password for JEE Advanced.

Fill Details

Once you provide the new password, a new page will be displayed. Candidates will find all the details that they entered during JEE Main registration.

Enter the number of attempts.

Candidates can choose 3 examination cities as per their preferences.

Select the language of the question paper (English or Hindi).

Mention the category & scribe status.

Carefully check the entered data and click on submit.

Step-2: Upload Scanned Images

Students must keep the given below documents ready to upload during the application process:

Required Documents

Upload Images

• Go through the upload images option.
• Select the required images.
• Carefully upload images one at a time.

Step-3: Registration Fee Payment

• Once the documents have been uploaded, candidates need to pay the registration fee. Follow the steps for easy payment:
• Online Mode:
• Candidates can pay the application fee through various online payment methods like net banking, debit/credit card, etc.
• Select the “Pay Registration Fee” option.
• The Multi-Option Payment System (MOPS) page will appear on the screen.
• Enter the payment details and pay the application fee

Offline Mode:

• Select the “Pay Registration Fee” link.
• Select the SBI Branch for cash payment. Take the printout of the e-challan generated by the system.
• Submit the printed e-challan to the SBI branch near you, along with the fee.

Step-4: Print Application Form

After the transaction process is over, students can take the printout of the application form. It is advisable to keep the 2-3 extra printouts with you for future use. However, students need not send any hard copy to the conducting body.

JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Fees

JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card

JEE Advanced admit card would be released by IIT Roorkee at jeeadv.ac.in. Admit cards would be released only for those candidates who would have successfully registered for the JEE Advanced exam before the last date. To download the admit card the candidates would require to login into the portal using their registration number, date of birth, and mobile number.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern

The below-given table shows the exam pattern for JEE Advanced 2026, however, the number of questions in JEE Advanced paper may vary every year.

JEE Advanced 2026 Marking Scheme

For questions with one or more correct options, the marking scheme is as follows:

If responses are correct, +4.

For partially correct answers +3, +2, +1 is provided, any incorrect option is not marked.

In case of incorrect answer -2.

No negative marking for questions that are not attempted.

Questions with numerical value type answers marking scheme are as follows:

+3 for correct answer.

in case of any incorrect answers or questions left unattempted, there would be no negative marking.

Matching list type and single correct option questions marking scheme are as follows

+3 for a correct answer

-1 for an incorrect answer

no negative marking for questions that are not attempted

Like in the case of the JEE Advanced, the AAT pattern is not fixed. Below-given is an outline of the exam pattern as seen in previous year’s exams:

Mode of Examination: It is conducted offline.

• Sections: Geometrical Drawing, Freehand Drawing, Imagination, Aesthetic Sensitivity, Three-Dimensional Perception, Architectural Awareness.
• Exam Duration: 3 hours.
• Language: English.

Know More About JEE Main Syllabus 2026

The objective of the questions in the JEE Advanced paper is to test conceptual clarity and application-based knowledge hence, the candidates are suggested to practice mixed variations of problems from different reference books. It is highly important to invest time in all three subjects equally. The questions can pop up from anywhere, all the aspirants should have a suitable study plan based on the topics that are included in the syllabus.

Books play a vital role in taking candidates closer to their goals. It is very important to pick the right books for IIT preparation. The quality of work matters over the number of books. To avoid confusion between the concepts, multiple books should not be referred to study similar topics. All the aspirants should analyze their strengths and weaknesses to draft an appropriate study plan so that the preparation can be completed on time and there is enough time left for revision.

JEE Advanced 2026 Preparation Tips

Focus: Your focus will decide your selection. It is better to understand the concept rather than just focusing on formulae. Through this process, one can know the entire method used to get to the formula. Hence, you will be able to memorize formulae easily.

Organize your time: Proper time management during preparation is important. Keep track of the time duration you take to solve questions. Also, allocating time subject-wise will help you attempt the JEE Advanced paper within the given time constraint. This will also help in exam simulation. The time allocation process plays as a game-changer during the exam. When you filter out the easy and difficult questions, you will be able to dedicate the decided time to solve a specific category of questions. It will save a lot of your time.

Keep taking breaks: Don’t burden or stress yourself out with a tight schedule. It is essential you take periodic breaks and avoid burnout. Talking to friends or spending some time to refresh yourself will help you relax and learn effectively.

Fulfill targets on a daily basis: Assign yourself some targets every day and try to complete those tasks by the end of the day. Ensure to include learning and revision in your daily study plan. This will boost your confidence and avoid time wastage.

Practice solving sample papers: After completing a chapter or any topic, try solving the previous 8- 10 years papers at least, of the relevant topic. Through solving papers, you will be able to understand the transition in the paper pattern. You can try Mock test papers and sample papers to evaluate your preparation. Also, Motion offers the CPS feature for customized learning where you can solve sub-topic/topic-based questions. It will help you in formulating exam strategies and eliminating weaknesses.

Subject-wise planning: Select and cover topics of your preferences every day of different subjects. Don’t ignore any topic as your weak topic can be other students’ strength. Students must refer to the latest JEE Advanced syllabus for their systematic study plan.

Clarity in concepts: It is essential for students to have a clear foundation and thinking process. This will help students to implement the correct concept or method instantly after reading a question.

From basics to classics: It is advisable to start learning from the basics and then gradually move towards difficult topics. Directly switching to difficult problems can lead to bad performance as your concepts are not yet clear.

Numericals are crucial: To clear JEE Advance, students need to practice numerical problems a lot. Make sure you at least solve 40-50 numeric-based questions each day. With subjects like Math, Physics, and Chemistry, there is no dearth of numerical problems. Motion brings you a huge question bank, with quality questions to test yourself and solutions to keep learning simultaneously.

Save your best for the last: many students tend to cover easy topics in the beginning and leave difficult ones for the last. But later on, they panic as they leave crucial sections. Therefore, it is best to first cover important topics and then switch to easier ones. Prepare proper notes and highlight topics you find difficult for the last time revision.

Discuss with your peers: Students can overcome their weaknesses through discussion with their mentors or fellow aspirants. Solve your doubts and interact with mentors or friends without hesitating for effective studies.

Best Books for JEE Advanced 2026

Below given is the list of most preferred books by the toppers. Students preparing for the JEE Advanced 2026 can opt these to boost their preparation.

JEE Advanced Mock Test

The mock test paper for the 2026 exams would be released by the Examination Authority. To get well acquainted with the Computer Based online exam pattern, the students are advised to practice these test papers. JEE Advanced mock test will be for 180 minutes. The students should use this golden opportunity to improvise their preparation. The candidates can use computers to navigate between the sections and submit their answers. Practicing with a mock test is an ideal way to prepare for exams like JEE Advanced.

Sample question papers and previous years’ question papers are also of great help to understanding the marking scheme, types of questions asked, the difficulty level of the exam, and how much time is to be put in different sections.

Candidates can compare their responses with the provisional answer of JEE Advanced. It will help predict the average score in the exam. Candidates also get the option to challenge the answer key by completing the payment of 1000/- INR.

The Answer Key for JEE Advanced 2026 will be updated soon after the examination. The JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key will be available here.

The process of challenging the JEE Advanced 2026 Answer Key is explained in detail below:

Visit the official website of JEE Advanced.

Login using your credentials (application number and password) after selecting the JEE Advanced portal for candidates.

Select the link to initiate the process of raising an objection.

Mark the question you want to raise an objection for.

Upload your claimed answer and documents in support of the claim.

Pay the fee to claim.

Click on the submit button to complete the process.

Candidates have to pay a non-refundable fee to challenge the answer key for each question. An individual can complete the transaction through Credit or Debit Cards, Paytm, or State Bank Buddy. The decision of JAB and CBSE will be final in this regard and no further queries will be entertained in this matter.

JEE Advanced Results

JEE Advanced 2026 results would be declared by IIT Roorkee. The responsibility of declaring the result is given to the Examination Authority of that particular year. The result will be published online on the official website. The mark sheet would include subject-wise marks and total marks secured, All India Rank, and Category Ranks.

How to Download JEE Advanced Results?

In order to download JEE Advanced results follow the steps given below:

Open the official website and log in using the roll number, mobile number, and date of birth.

Click the submit button.

The result will be displayed on the screen.

Read More About JEE Advanced Results 2026

JEE Advanced Counselling

The exam-conducting authority doesn’t hold the responsibility for conducting the counselling and the allotment of the seats for JEE Advanced. The authority in charge of conducting the rest of the activities is Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). All those students who qualify for JEE Advanced will have to register with JoSAA.

Once the candidate has successfully registered with JoSAA, then they will be able to participate in the counseling process. The candidates will have to choose their preferred IIT and courses. On the basis of the marks and the rank scored the seat allotment is done. The preferences, along with the availability of seats are also considered. After the JEE Advanced 2026 results are declared the application form for JoSAA 2026 would be released.

JEE Advanced Cut-off Marks

Along with the declaration of results, the cut-off marks for the entrance exam will be released. To be eligible to participate in the counseling process conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation authority, the candidate would have to qualify for the JEE Advanced cut-off marks. Cut-off marks are the minimum marks required by the candidate and hence, the students are shortlisted for admission at IIT based on the cut-off marks and the rank secured in the examination.

Factors Determine the Cut-off Marks for JEE Advanced

• Total candidates eligible for JEE Advanced.
• Total candidates appeared.
• Last year’s cut-off trends.
• Seat availability in different IITs.
• The difficulty level of the exam.
• The overall performance of appearing candidates.
• JEE Advanced Marks vs Rank

On the basis of previous years' result analysis, we have provided an approximate range of JEE Advanced marks vs rank. As soon as the exam is over the answer keys are released by the exam conducting authority. After having a check on the answer key the candidates can refer to JEE Advanced marks vs rank analysis and have an idea about their expected rank range based on the marks secured out of 360.

IIT Colleges Ranking

We have been collecting cut-off information from official sources for a long time and organized information in a way to make it easy for students to see where they stand the chance of getting admission. That also helped us to figure out what is student choice when it comes to choosing a place to study.

For ranking we considered cut-offs for 4 common departments, this also helps us to reduce bias and error in ranking. Included departments are Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. We combined EE and EC as many IITs offer these courses in the same departments.

Based on this the IIT Ranking for the year 2026 is as follows.

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Frequently Asked Questions on JEE Advanced 2026