JEE Advanced 2026 Information Brochure — Key Highlights
Conducting Authority
- Organizing Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)
- Exam Body: Joint Admission Board (JAB) 2026
Official Release
- Information Brochure Published: December 30, 2025 (Official release)
Important Dates (Final/Official)
| Event | Date |
| Registration Opens (Foreign Nationals & OCI/PIO) | April 6, 2026 (10:00 IST) |
| Registration Opens (JEE Main Qualified Candidates) | April 23, 2026 (10:00 IST) |
| Registration Closes | May 2, 2026 (23:59 IST) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May 4, 2026 (23:59 IST) |
| Admit Card Available | May 11–17, 2026 |
| Exam Date (JEE Advanced 2026) | May 17, 2026 |
| Candidate Response Sheet | May 21, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | May 25, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key & Result | June 1, 2026 |
| AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test) | June 4, 2026 |
Note: Paper timings and detailed schedule are normally included within the brochure
Eligibility Criteria (Key Points)
All candidates must fulfill all applicable criteria as specified in the brochure:
- JEE Main Performance: Must be among the top 2,50,000 candidates in JEE Main 2026 (B.E./B.Tech. paper). .
- Age Limit: Typically born on or after 1 October 2001 (with age relaxations as per category rules)
- Attempts: Maximum two attempts in two consecutive years. Class XII Requirement: Must have appeared in Class XII (or equivalent) examination first in 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects (certain criteria). .
- IIT Admission History: Not eligible if previously admitted to an IIT under a degree programme (with some exceptions for preparatory course joiners).
- Foreign/Auxiliary Categories: Foreign nationals and OCI/PIO (F) candidates have specific eligibility clauses including direct registration (they need not take JEE Main 2026).
The full eligibility criteria with detailed clauses are provided in the official PDF brochure.
Registration Fee (Application Fees)
For Exam Centres in India
| Candidate Category | Fee |
| Female candidates (all categories) | ₹1,600 |
| SC, ST, PwD candidates | ₹1,600 |
| All Other Candidates (General/OBC) | ₹3,200 |
For Exam Centres Abroad
| Candidate Type | Fee |
| Indian Nationals & OCI/PIO (I) | USD 200 |
| Foreign Nationals & OCI/PIO (F) from SAARC countries | USD 100 |
| Foreign Nationals & OCI/PIO (F) from non-SAARC countries | USD 200 |
Fees are to be paid online during registration.
Exam Structure & Mode
- Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Papers: Two compulsory papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2, each 3 hours.
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Conclusion: JEE Advanced 2026
The JEE Advanced 2026 information brochure clearly outlines the exam schedule, eligibility criteria, and fee structure, providing aspirants with a transparent roadmap for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs). Conducted by IIT Roorkee, the exam maintains its rigorous standards with defined attempt limits, age criteria, and academic requirements. With well-specified timelines and inclusive provisions for Indian and foreign candidates, JEE Advanced 2026 continues to serve as a fair and competitive gateway to India’s premier engineering institutions.
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