JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Dates, Application, Pattern & Counselling – Complete Guide

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Dates, Application, Pattern & Counselling – Complete Guide. The JEE Advanced 2026 examination is one of the most decisive academic milestones for engineering aspirants in India. It is the only gateway to undergraduate programmes offered by the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Every year, lakhs of students who qualify for JEE Main aim to clear this final hurdle to secure a seat in IITs, IISc, and other top institutions.

“JEE Advanced is not just an exam; it is a test of patience, consistency, and problem-solving maturity built over years of learning.”

With the tentative JEE Advanced 2026 exam dates now clear, aspirants can finally move from uncertainty to structured preparation.

JEE Advanced 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	JEE Advanced 2026
Conducting Authority	IITs (on a rotational basis)
Exam Level	National
State	Pan-India
Vacancies	Approx. 17,000+ IIT seats (combined)
Important Dates	April–June 2026
Important Change	No major pattern change announced yet
Fee / Price Change	No confirmed revision as of now
Target Students	JEE Main qualified Class 12 pass students
Official Website	jeeadv.ac.in

JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates

Below is the complete tentative timeline for JEE Advanced 2026, from registration to counselling and AAT:

Events	Dates 2026 (Tentative)
Registration Starts	23 April 2026
Last Date to Register	2 May 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	4 May 2026
Admit Card Release	11 May 2026
Scribe Selection (PwD)	16 May 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date	17 May 2026
Candidate Response Sheet	21 May 2026
Provisional Answer Key	25 May 2026
Objection Window Closes	26 May 2026
Final Answer Key & Result	1 June 2026
JoSAA Counselling Starts	2 June 2026
AAT Application	1–2 June 2026
AAT Exam Date	4 June 2026
AAT Result	7 June 2026

These JEE Advanced 2026 exam dates should be treated as planning anchors for revision, mock tests, and counselling preparation.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Schedule

The JEE Advanced 2026 exam will be conducted on 17 May 2026, typically in two papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2) held on the same day. Both papers are compulsory. The exam is conducted in online mode (CBT) and focuses heavily on conceptual clarity and analytical thinking.

Candidates will be able to download the JEE Advanced 2026 admit card from 11 May 2026. It is mandatory to carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.

The scanned response sheets will be displayed on 21 May 2026, followed by the provisional answer key on 25 May 2026. Students will get a short window to challenge the answer key before the final result is announced on 1 June 2026.

JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form

The JEE Advanced 2026 application form will be released on 23 April 2026. The application process is fully online.

Key points to remember:

• Only JEE Main qualified candidates can apply.
  
• Application window closes on 2 May 2026.
  
• The fee payment deadline is May 4, 2026.
  
• Documents required include a photograph, a signature, and category certificates (if applicable).
  
• Fee can be paid online via debit card, credit card, or net banking.
  
• Offline payment is available through SBI e-Challan.
  

Candidates must complete the form carefully, as incorrect details may result in rejection. Limited correction options are usually provided in May 2026.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern (Qualifying Stage)

Although this article focuses on JEE Advanced 2026, understanding the JEE Main 2026 exam pattern is essential because JEE Main acts as the qualifying stage.

JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern Overview

Particulars	Paper 1 (B.Tech/B.E.)	Paper 2A (B.Arch)	Paper 2B (B.Plan)
Mode of Exam	Online	Online + Offline (Drawing)	Online
Duration	3 Hours	3 Hours	3 Hours
Sections	Physics, Chemistry, Maths	Maths, Aptitude, Drawing	Maths, Aptitude, Planning
Total Questions	75	77	100
Total Marks	300	400	400
Marking Scheme	+4 / −1	+4 / −1	+4 / −1
Languages	13 Languages	13 Languages	13 Languages

Clearing JEE Main with a strong rank is mandatory to appear for JEE Advanced 2026.

Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026

Students aiming for B.Arch programmes at IITs must appear for the AAT 2026.

• AAT registration: 1–2 June 2026
  
• AAT exam date: 4 June 2026
  
• AAT result: 7 June 2026
  

Only candidates who qualify JEE Advanced 2026 are eligible for AAT.

JEE Advanced 2026 Result & Counselling

The JEE Advanced 2026 result will be declared on 1 June 2026. After the result:

• Category-wise cut-offs will be released.
  
• JoSAA 2026 counselling will start from 2 June 2026.
  
• Seats will be allotted based on rank, preferences, and availability.
  

This counselling process determines admission to IITs and other participating institutes.

Preparation Tips for JEE Advanced 2026

• Focus on concepts, not shortcuts.
  
• Solve previous year JEE Advanced papers.
  
• Practice mixed-concept numerical problems.
  
• Revise regularly and analyse mock tests.
  
• Manage time and mental stamina.

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