The JEE Main 2026, conducted by the NTA, requires candidates to pay a registration fee based on their category, gender, number of papers attempted, and exam center location. This JEE Main registration fee is applicable separately for each session (January and April 2026) and must be paid online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI. Additional processing charges and GST apply as per the payment gateway. Candidates opting for multiple JEE Main 2026 papers (e.g., Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech combined with Paper 2A: B.Arch or Paper 2B: B.Planning) will incur fees for the combined subjects.
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Factors Affecting JEE Main 2026 Registration Fees
The primary factors affecting the JEE Main registration fee are:
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Category of the candidate — General, Gen-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD/PwBD (Persons with Disabilities/Benchmark Disabilities), and Third Gender.
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Gender — Male, Female, or Third Gender (with concessions primarily for females in certain categories and uniform rates for reserved categories and Third Gender in India).
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Number of papers/subjects opted — Fee varies depending on whether the candidate chooses one paper (e.g., Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech, Paper 2A: B.Arch, or Paper 2B: B.Planning) or multiple/combined papers (e.g., two subjects or all three).
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Location of the examination centre — Centres in India have significantly lower fees compared to centres outside India (foreign centres), reflecting higher operational costs abroad.
JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee: Category-wise
The table below illustrates the category-wise JEE Main 2026 registration fee:
| Type of Candidate | Centres in India (One Subject, ₹) | Centres Outside India (One Subject, ₹) | Centres in India (Two Subjects, ₹) | Centres Outside India (Two Subjects, ₹) |
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| General Male | 1,000 | 5,000 | 2,000 | 10,000 |
| General Female | 800 | 4,000 | 1,600 | 8,000 |
| Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL Male | 900 | 4,500 | 2,000 | 10,000 |
| Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL Female | 800 | 4,000 | 1,600 | 8,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD Male | 500 | 2,500 | 1,000 | 5,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD Female | 500 | 2,500 | 1,000 | 5,000 |
| Third Gender | 500 | 3,000 | 1,000 | 5,000 |
JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee: Mode of Payment
The JEE Main registration fee can only be paid through online modes, as specified in the official Information Bulletin for JEE Main 2026 issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA). There are no offline payment options like cash, demand draft, or challan.
The accepted modes of payment are:
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Credit Card
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Debit Card
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Net Banking
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UPI
These options are facilitated through integrated payment gateways (such as those from ICICI, HDFC, Canara Bank, SBI, or others as per NTA's arrangement). Processing charges and applicable Goods & Service Tax (GST) are additional and borne by the candidate, varying by the selected payment method and bank/gateway.
JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee: Payment Gateways & Transaction Charges
The payment gateways for JEE Main registration fee payment are integrated by the National Testing Agency (NTA) through specific banks, as detailed in official sources including the JEE (Main) Information Bulletin and the contact/helpdesk section on jeemain.nta.nic.in. The primary gateways/banks handling transactions are:
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HDFC Bank
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State Bank of India (SBI)
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ICICI Bank
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Syndicate Bank
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Paytm
These gateways facilitate online payments via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, and UPI. Candidates select the preferred mode during the payment step on the official portal, and the system routes through one of these partnered banks/gateways.
Yes, transaction charges (also called service/processing charges) apply in addition to the registration fee, and these are borne by the candidate. GST (typically @18%) is also applicable on these charges. The exact charges depend on the selected payment mode and bank/gateway. These are not part of the NTA registration fee but are levied by the payment service providers.
The table below shows the transaction charges as follows:
| S.No. | Mode of Payment | ICICI Bank | HDFC Bank | Syndicate Bank | State Bank of India (SBI) | Paytm |
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| 1 | Net Banking (Domestic) | NIL (for ICICI) / ₹4 + GST (other banks) | NIL (for HDFC) / ₹4 + GST (other banks) | NIL (for Syndicate) / ₹5 + GST (other banks) | ₹5 + GST (SBI) / Varies (others) | ₹4 + GST |
| 2 | Debit Card | Varies (often NIL or low %) | Varies (often NIL or low %) | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| 3 | Credit Card (Domestic) | ~0.4% to 2.35% of transaction value + GST | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| 4 | Credit Card (International) | 2.35% of transaction value + GST | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| 5 | UPI | NIL or minimal + GST | NIL or minimal + GST | NIL or minimal + GST | NIL or minimal + GST | NIL or minimal + GST |
How to Check the JEE Main 2026 Registration Fee Payment Status?
The payment status is verified directly through the candidate's login portal during or after the application process. There is no separate standalone "payment status check" page; it is integrated into the application dashboard or confirmation process.
Step-by-Step Process:
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Visit the official JEE Main website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
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Navigate to the candidate login or application portal. The active link for JEE (Main) 2026 (including Session 2 corrections and status view) is typically accessible via:
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https://examinationservices.nic.in/jeemainx2026/root/home.aspx (or similar encrypted login link provided in public notices and registration invitations).
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Log in using your Application Number and Password (created during registration) or other credentials as prompted
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Once logged in, access your application dashboard or "My Application" section.
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The status of your fee payment will be displayed (e.g., "Payment Successful," "Completed," "Pending," or similar indicators).
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Successful payment generates the Confirmation Page (downloadable/printable), which serves as proof of successful registration and fee payment.
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If payment shows as "Pending" despite deduction from your bank account, wait 24–48 hours for reconciliation (as advised in NTA-related updates and common payment resolution notes). If unresolved, you may need to re-pay (duplicates are refunded later, per NTA policy on duplicate/failed transactions).
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Download the Confirmation Page or application summary if payment is successful—this explicitly confirms fee receipt.
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If issues persist (e.g., payment deducted but status not updated, or no Confirmation Page generated):
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Contact the payment gateway/bank helpline listed on the website (e.g., HDFC Bank: pg.service@hdfcbank.com; SBI: sbi.00727@sbi.co.in; or general helpline 011-40759000 / 011-69227700).
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Email jeemain@nta.ac.in for transaction-related queries, referencing your application number and transaction details.
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Refer to Appendix-I of the Information Bulletin (available at https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/information-bulletin or via document links) for detailed payment query procedures.
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JEE Main Registration Fee FAQs
Q1. What are the accepted payment modes for JEE Main 2026 registration fee?
Payment is accepted only online through:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
No offline modes (cash, demand draft, etc.) are allowed. Use integrated gateways during application on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Q2. Are there any transaction charges or extra fees for JEE Main 2026 payment?
Yes, additional processing/service charges + GST (usually 18%) apply, depending on the payment mode and bank/gateway (e.g., HDFC, SBI, ICICI, etc.). These are levied by the payment service providers, not NTA. Exact amounts appear on the payment gateway screen during transaction. NTA does not charge beyond the prescribed registration fee.
Q3. Which payment gateways are used for JEE Main 2026 fee payment?
NTA integrates gateways from banks like HDFC Bank, State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI Bank, and others (e.g., Syndicate Bank/Paytm in some cases). Candidates select the mode, and the system routes accordingly. Helpline emails (e.g., pg.service@hdfcbank.com for HDFC) are listed on the official Contact Us page.
Q4. How can I check my JEE Main 2026 registration fee payment status?
Log in to the candidate portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in (or examinationservices.nic.in/jeemainx2026) using your Application Number and Password. In the dashboard/My Application section, view the payment status (Successful/Pending). Successful payment generates a downloadable Confirmation Page as proof. If the registration fee is deducted but pending, wait 24–48 hours or contact the bank/gateway helpline.
Q5. Is the JEE Main 2026 registration fee refundable?
The fee is generally non-refundable. However, refunds are processed for failed transactions, duplicate payments, or technical issues (contact the respective bank/payment gateway using helpline details in the Information Bulletin's Appendix-I). Multiple applications lead to cancellation; do not re-register.
Q6. Do I need to pay separately for each session of JEE Main 2026?
Yes, candidates must apply and pay the fee separately for Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April). The fee structure remains the same for both sessions.
