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What is JEE Advanced?
JEE Advanced is a national-level entrance exam conducted by one of the seven zonal IITs. For 2026, IIT Roorkee will conduct this exam. This exam provides admission to undergraduate programs including B.Tech, B.E., B.Arch, Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech), Integrated M.Tech, and B.S. in 23 IITs across India. It is the second stage after JEE Main, with only the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main qualifiers eligible to appear.
The exam tests in-depth knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the Class 11-12 level, focusing on problem-solving and conceptual understanding. In 2026, over 1.8 lakh candidates appeared, with around 48,000 qualifying for JoSAA counseling.
JEE Advanced 2026 Highlights (Tentative)
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) |
| Conducting Body | IIT Kanpur |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Courses Offered | B.Tech / B.E. / B.Arch / Integrated M.Tech / Dual Degree / B.S. |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours per paper (6 hours total) |
| Total Questions | Varies (54 in 2026: 18 per subject across 2 papers) |
| Total Marks | 360 (180 per paper) |
| Negative Marking | Yes (varies by question type) |
| Participating Institutes | 23 IITs (17,385 seats approx.) |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | December, 2025 |
| Registration Start Date | April, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | May, 2026 |
| Exam Date (Paper 1) | May, 2026 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) |
| Exam Date (Paper 2) | May, 2026 (2:30 PM - 5:30 PM) |
| Response Sheet Release | May, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | May, 2026 |
| Result Declaration | June, 2026 |
| JoSAA Counseling Start | June, 2026 |
JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria 2026
Criterion 1 - Performance in JEE Main 2026: Must be among top 2.5 lakh candidates (including all categories) in B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE Main 2026
OPEN: 101,250 candidates
GEN-EWS: 25,000
OBC-NCL: 67,500
SC: 37,500
ST: 18,750
PwD: 5% horizontal reservation in each category
Criterion 2 - Age Limit: Born on or after October 1, 2000 (5 years relaxation for SC/ST/PwD: born on or after October 1, 1995)
Criterion 3 - Number of Attempts: Maximum 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years (first appearance in Class XII in 2024 or 2026; special relaxation for dropouts Nov 5-18, 2024 allowing 3rd attempt)
Criterion 4 - Qualifying Examination:
First appearance in Class XII (or equivalent) in 2024 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology/Biotechnology, and English
Minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in board exam
Candidates with results withheld before June 18, 2024 ineligible
Criterion 5 - Previous Admission: Not admitted to any IIT program listed in JoSAA 2026 rules (exceptions for preparatory course first-timers or those who withdrew before last round)
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Form: Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit jeeadv.ac.in
- Click on “JEE Advanced 2026 Registration” (link active only for JEE Main 2026 qualified candidates)
- Login using JEE Main 2026 Application Number, Password, and Security Pin
- Fill additional details:
- Choice of exam city (up to 5 preferences)
- Choice of question paper language (English or Hindi
- Scribe requirement (PwD only)
- Upload scanned documents
- Pay application fee online
- Download confirmation page
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Fees
| Category | Fee in India (₹) | Fee at Foreign Centres (USD) |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹3,200 | $200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,600 | $100 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹1,600 | $100 |
JEE Advanced Document Specifications for Upload
| Document | Format | Size |
| Class X Certificate (DOB proof) | 50–300 KB | |
| Class XII (or equivalent) Marksheet / Certificate | 50–300 KB | |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) – if applicable | 50–300 KB | |
| PwD Certificate (if applicable) | 50–300 KB | |
| Scribe Request Letter (PwD) | 50–300 KB | |
| OCI/PIO Card or Foreign Passport | 50–300 KB |
Application Correction & Exam Centres
- Correction Facility: Limited correction allowed in May 2026 (category, language, city preferences)
- Exam Cities: 200+ cities in India + 6 international centres (Dubai, Kathmandu, Dhaka, Singapore, Colombo, Doha)
- Paper Language: English & Hindi only
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Paper 1 | Paper 2 | Total |
| Mode | CBT | CBT | — |
| Duration | 3 hours | 3 hours | 6 hours |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | — |
| Total Questions | 54 | 54 | 108 |
| Total Marks | 180 | 180 | 360 |
| Question Types | MCQ (single/multiple correct), Numerical (NAT), Matching List | Same | — |
| Marking Scheme | +4 / +3 / +2 (full/partial), -1 or -2 (negative), 0 (unattempted) | Same | — |
Section-wise Distribution (2026 Actual)
| Subject | Questions per Paper | Marks per Paper |
| Physics | 18 | 60 |
| Chemistry | 18 | 60 |
| Mathematics | 18 | 60 |
JEE Advanced 2026 Detailed Syllabus
Strictly based on Class 11 & 12 NCERT (with higher depth):
Physics: Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Electrostatics, Magnetism, Optics, Modern Physics, Waves, Fluids
Chemistry:
Physical: Mole Concept, Equilibrium, Thermodynamics, Electrochemistry, Kinetics
Inorganic: Periodic Table, Coordination Compounds, Chemical Bonding, Metallurgy
Organic: GOC, Isomerism, Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules, Reactions
Mathematics: Calculus (Limits, Continuity, Integration, Differential Equations), Coordinate Geometry, Vectors & 3D, Algebra (Complex Numbers, Matrices, Probability), Trigonometry
Best Books for JEE Advanced 2026 Preparation
| Subject | Book | Author |
| Physics | Concepts of Physics Vol 1 & 2 | H.C. Verma |
| Physics | Problems in General Physics | I.E. Irodov |
| Physics | Understanding Physics Series | DC Pandey |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | Narendra Awasthi / P. Bahadur |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | M.S. Chauhan |
| Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry | VK Jaiswal / JD Lee |
| Maths | Mathematics for JEE Main & Advanced | RD Sharma / Cengage Series |
| Maths | Plane Trigonometry / Coordinate Geometry | S.L. Loney |
| Maths | Problems in Calculus of One Variable | I.A. Maron |
| Practice | 37+21 Years JEE Advanced + JEE Main Chapterwise Solved Papers | Disha / Arihant |
| Mock Tests | Allen / Physics Wallah/ Resonance / FIITJEE AITS | — |
Top 10 IITs with 2025 Closing Ranks & Approx. Fees (General Category)
| IIT | Branch | 2024 Closing Rank (Round 6) | Approx. Total Fee (4 years) |
| IIT Bombay | Computer Science | 68 | ₹8.5–9 Lakh |
| IIT Delhi | Computer Science | 116 | ₹8.8 Lakh |
| IIT Madras | Computer Science | 167 | ₹8.2 Lakh |
| IIT Kanpur | Computer Science | 238 | ₹8.5 Lakh |
| IIT Kharagpur | Computer Science | 295 | ₹8 Lakh |
| IIT Roorkee | Computer Science | 412 | ₹8.5 Lakh |
| IIT Hyderabad | Computer Science | 585 | ₹9 Lakh |
| IIT Guwahati | Computer Science | 654 | ₹8.5 Lakh |
| IIT BHU Varanasi | Computer Science | 1,078 | ₹8.5 Lakh |
| IIT Dhanbad (ISM) | Computer Science | 2,900 | ₹9 Lakh |
JEE Advanced 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- **How many times can I attempt JEE Advanced?**Maximum 2 times in 2 consecutive years (special 3rd attempt allowed for 2020-21 batch due to COVID).
- **Is JEE Advanced tougher than JEE Main?**Yes, significantly higher difficulty level and conceptual depth.
- **Can droppers give JEE Advanced 2026?**Yes, if first Class 12 attempt was 2024 or 2026.
- **Is 75% in Class 12 mandatory?**Yes, or top 20 percentile in board; must be achieved by June 2026.
- **Can I appear if I took admission in IIT earlier?**No, unless you withdrew before last round or completed preparatory course.
- **Is AAT required for B.Arch?**Yes, separate Architecture Aptitude Test after clearing Advanced.
- **Any age relaxation for SC/ST?**Yes, 5 years.
- **Is there negative marking?**Yes, varies by question type (-1 or -2).
- **Is calculator allowed?**No.
- **Can I change exam city after registration?**No.
- **Is Hindi medium available?**Yes.
- **Do all IITs accept Advanced score?**Yes, 23 IITs + IISc, IISER, IIST, RGIPT, IIPE.
- **Can I get IIT with 150 marks?**Possible for reserved categories; General needs 250+ for good branches.
- **Is coaching compulsory?**No, but most toppers take coaching or online courses.
**Best time to start preparation?**Class 11 or 2-year integrated course.
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