IIT JEE Advanced 2026: Online Form, Dates, Eligibility & Fee
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Roorkee) has released the official notification for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Advanced) 2026. This national-level entrance exam is the opportunity for admission into undergraduate programs (B.Tech, B.S., B.Arch) at the 23 IITs across India. Only candidates who clear the JEE Main 2026 cutoff are eligible to appear for this exam. The online registration process starts on 23rd April 2026.
IIT JEE Advanced 2026 Overview
| Exam Body | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Roorkee) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2026 |
| Admission Level | Undergraduate (IITs) |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 23rd April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02nd May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04th May 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 11th May 2026 |
| JEE Advanced Exam Date | 17th May 2026 |
| Response Sheet Release | 21st May 2026 |
| Answer Key & Results | 01st June 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹3200/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female Candidates | ₹1600/- |
IIT JEE Advanced 2026: Eligibility Criteria
- JEE Main Performance: Candidates must be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (including all categories) in B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE (Main) 2026.
- Age Limit: Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 2001. Five years of age relaxation is given to SC, ST, and PwD candidates (born on or after October 1, 1996).
- Number of Attempts: A candidate can attempt JEE (Advanced) a maximum of two times in two consecutive years.
- Academic Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2025 or 2026.
How to Apply Online IIT JEE Advanced 2026
- Go to the official JEE Advanced registration portal at jeeadv.ac.in.
- Log in using your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Password.
- Fill in the required personal, academic, and contact details.
- Choose your preferred exam cities (at least 8 choices).
- Upload scanned documents (Class 10/12 certificates, Category certificates if applicable).
- Pay the registration fee online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- Download and save the registration confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online Link | Click Here (Active 23.04.2026) |
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
FAQs –
Q1: Who is conducting the JEE Advanced 2026?
The Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) 2026 is being organized by IIT Roorkee under the guidance of the Joint Admission Board (JAB).
Q2: What is the exam mode for JEE Advanced?
JEE Advanced is conducted exclusively in a Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. The exam consists of two mandatory papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2), both held on the same day.
Q3: Can I apply for JEE Advanced if I did not clear the JEE Main cutoff?
No. Only those candidates who qualify for the JEE Main 2026 and fall within the top 2.5 lakh ranks (across all categories) are eligible to register for JEE Advanced.
Q4: Is there any change in the application fee for 2026?
Yes, the registration fee has been updated. General/OBC male candidates are required to pay ₹3200, while female and reserved category candidates pay ₹1600.
Q5: When will the JoSAA Counseling begin?
The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counseling process begins shortly after the declaration of JEE Advanced results, expected in the second week of June 2026.
