JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Notification Out: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Exam Schedule & Step-by-Step Apply Guide

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JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is your second big chance to:

• write the exam if you missed Session 1, or
• improve your percentile for NITs/IIITs/GFTIs.

What matters now is not just “applying.” It’s applying correctly, within deadlines, choosing the right paper, selecting exam cities smartly, and saving your confirmation page, without last-day panic.

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Important Dates 

VVT Tip: Apply in the first week itself. Most application failures happen in the last 48 hours due to server load + payment delays.

Also read: Is JEE Main 2026 Online or Offline? Final Clarity + Smart Prep Strategy!

Who Can Apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2?
Use this simple check:

• Eligible: Passed Class XII / equivalent in 2024 or 2025, or appearing in 2026.
• Not eligible: Passed in 2023 or before.
• Age limit: Generally, no age limit to appear for JEE Main (universities may have their own rules later).

Important: Eligibility to write the exam is one thing. Eligibility for a specific institute/course can have additional criteria during counselling/admission.

Session 1 Candidates: What Can You Do for Session 2?

If you already registered for Session 1, you don’t start from zero.
You log in using your existing credentials and typically update/choose:

• Paper (course)
• Medium of question paper
• Exam city preferences (from available list)
• Fee payment for Session 2

This is useful because you can improve choices based on your Session 1 experience.

JEE Main 2026 Application Fee

Fee is paid online through available payment methods on the portal.

A) Fee for a Single Paper (Paper 1 OR Paper 2A OR Paper 2B)

B) Fee for Multiple Papers

Note: Payment processing charges/taxes may apply as shown during payment.

Also read: Minimum JEE Main 2026 Marks Required to Qualify for JEE Advanced 2026 (Category-Wise Targets) — VVT Coaching!

Step-by-Step: How to Apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 

Follow this exact safe flow:

1. Open the official JEE Main portal (jeemain.nta.nic.in)
2. Login using your Application Number + Password
   • If you are new: complete registration first
3. Fill in details carefully (name, DOB, category, state, etc.)
4. Choose your paper(s) correctly (Paper 1 / Paper 2A / Paper 2B)
5. Select medium and exam city preferences wisely
6. Upload required documents (photo/signature) exactly as per instructions
7. Pay the fee before the deadline
8. Download and save the confirmation page immediately

VVT Tip: Many students think “payment done” = form submitted.
Wrong. Your application is safe only when the confirmation page is generated and saved.

What to Double-Check Before Final Submit

This 3-minute checklist prevents most future problems:

• Name spelling matches your documents
• DOB matches Class 10 proof
• Category/PwD selection is correct
• Paper selection is correct (Paper 1 vs Paper 2A/2B)
• Photo and signature clarity is good
• Confirmation page downloaded and saved

Common Registration Mistakes That Cost Students Time

These are the most repeated mistakes every year:

1. Applying on the last day evening → portal traffic + payment delay
2. Uploading wrong photo/sign formats → rejection or correction stress
3. Wrong paper selection → affects admission eligibility later
4. Not saving confirmation page → no proof if something goes wrong
5. Filling multiple applications → can create serious issues (strictly avoid)

What Happens Next After Registration?

After registration closes, the next steps typically move like this:

• City intimation slip (exam city info)
• Admit card download (final centre details + reporting time)
• Exam (02–09 April 2026)
• Answer key + response sheet
• Result (as per official timeline)

VVT Tip: Don’t wait for the admit card to start serious preparation. Your score growth now depends on mocks + analysis.

How to Use Session 2 to Improve Percentile

Session 2 is a golden chance, but only if you follow the right approach:

1) Fix the biggest leak first (negative marking + small mistakes)

If you reduce silly mistakes even slightly, your percentile jumps quickly.

2) Improve accuracy in easy + medium questions

Top percentiles are built more by not losing easy marks than by solving only hard questions.

3) Use weekly mock cycle (the real score engine)

Mock → Analysis → Error Fix → Re-test
This is the fastest and most predictable improvement system.

How VVT Coaching Helps You Convert Session 2 Into a Percentile Jump

1) Personalised Guidance (Because speed problems are personal)!

Some students lose marks in Maths due to time traps, some in Physics due to calculation slips, some in Chemistry due to revision gaps. VVT mentors track your mock history and give you a weekly priority plan so you don’t drift.

2) AI-Powered Mock Tests & Smart Analytics (So improvement becomes visible)!

Instead of only seeing “score,” you see:

• chapter-wise accuracy
• time spent per question
• repeated mistake patterns

That’s the fastest way to move percentile bands.

3) Remedy Classes (Targeted fixes, not full re-teaching)!

We fix the exact question patterns where you lose time and marks, then confirm improvement with mini-tests.

4) Error Exams & Weekly Fix-Ups (Where most score jumps happen)!

Your wrong/skipped questions become personalised re-tests. The same mistakes stop repeating, confidence rises, and marks become stable.

Get to Know VVT’s Three Friendly Campuses: Always Nearby and Welcoming

VVT has three spots across Chennai, each easy to reach and full of support. No matter where you live, one is close by. Our campuses mix bright classrooms, helpful teachers, and a warm feel to keep you going. Here’s a quick look at each, with a focus on how they help with NEET and staying options.

Adyar Campus: Easy Access and Positive Vibes

Right on busy L.B. Road next to Adyar Ananda Bhavan, this spot is super convenient. Step inside, and you’ll see big, airy rooms where learning feels fun. Staff greet you with smiles, and the energy pushes you to turn weak areas like tough Physics problems into strengths.We also offer hostel facilities here for boys, with clean rooms, meals, and support to make your stay comfortable and focused. No distractions, just a safe place to rest and review after classes.

Adyar Campus (VVT Coaching Centre): “Nibav Buildings”, 4th & 5th Floor, No.23, Old No.11, L.B. Road, Adyar, Chennai – 600020. (Next to Adyar Ananda Bhavan)

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Anna Nagar Campus: Focus in the City Centre

In Shanthi Colony, Anna Nagar, this campus feels like an extension of home. Good bus links make it simple for city kids. There is no on-site hostel, but nearby options are plentiful for those who need them.

Anna Nagar Campus (VVT Coaching Centre): No.1621, 9th Main Road, Shanthi Colony, Block AI, Anna Nagar, Chennai – 600040.

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Pallikaranai Girls Campus: Your Safe Place with Full Hostel

This is our special girls-only residential campus in a quiet area. It’s built as a true home away from home, with clean dorms, healthy meals in the canteen, and round-the-clock help.
We offer full hostel facilities here, clean rooms, study areas, and a community of girls supporting each other. It’s perfect if you’re from outside Chennai or just want a focused, safe space.

Pallikaranai (Saraswathi Girls Residential Campus): Plot No. 395 & 396, 1st Main Road, Kamakoti Nagar, Pallikaranai, Chennai – 600100.

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Conclusion

JEE Main 2026 Session 2 is a powerful second attempt, but only if you:

• apply early
• choose paper/medium/cities correctly
• pay fee on time and save confirmation page
• use the remaining time for mock-analysis-error cycles

If you want a structured system to convert this attempt into a percentile upgrade, VVT Coaching is ready.

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FAQs

Q1) What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2026 Session 2?
25 February 2026 (form submission up to 9:00 PM).

Q2) What is the last time to pay the Session 2 fee?
25 February 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).

Q3) When will Session 2 exams be held?
Between 02 April and 09 April 2026.

Q4) Who is eligible for JEE Main 2026?
Passed Class XII in 2024/2025 or appearing in 2026.

Q5) If I appeared in Session 1, do I need to register again from scratch?
No. Use the same login, choose Session 2 options, and complete the fee payment.

Also read: What Percentile Will 100 Marks Get in JEE Main 2026? Complete Analysis & Strategy by VVT Coaching!