JEE Advanced Exam 2026: Key Dates (Out), Eligibility, Syllabus, Marking Scheme

JEE Advanced 2026 information brochure has been released by the authorities. The JEE Advanced 2026 exam centre list has been released, and the exam centres have been reduced. The exam will be conducted on May 17, 2026. The JEE Advanced eligibility criteria have also been released on the official website.  The exam will be conducted by IIT Roorkee. The JEE Advanced 2026 registrations will commence on Apr 23, 2026, for candidates who have qualified for the JEE Main exam 2026.

The JEE Advanced exam is conducted for admission into undergraduate programs in prestigious IITs such as IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay and more. To appear for the JEE Advanced 2026 exam, you must qualify JEE Main exam with a required cutoff score and rank among the top candidates. In this article, we will cover all major aspects of the JEE Advanced exam 2026, including key dates, eligibility, syllabus, pattern, and preparation strategy.

JEE Advanced Exam 2026: Key Dates and Important Events

The official JEE Advanced exam dates are announced by the authorities. The table below highlights the important JEE Advanced dates for 2026, including exam date, result date, admit card and more. 

Event	Date (Tentative)
JEE Advanced 2026 Registration	Apr 23, 2026 to May 02, 2026 (For Indian Candidates) Apr 07, 2026 to May 2, 2026 (foreign nationals and the OCI/PIO (F) Candidates) (Ongoing)
Last Date for Fee Payment	May 04, 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card	May 11, 2026 to May 17, 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date	May 17,  2026 (Official) Paper 1: 09:00-12:00 IST Paper 2: 14:30-17:30 IST
Candidates' Response Available Online	May 21, 2026
Provisional Answer Key Released	May 25, 2026
Objection window for Provisional Answer Keys	May 25, 2026 to May 26, 2026
JEE Advanced 2026 Results and Final Answer Key	Jun 01, 2026
Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026 Registration Window	Jun 01, 2026 to June 02, 2026
Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026	Jun 04, 2026
AAT 2026 Result Declaration	Jun 07, 2026

JEE Advanced 2026 Official Website

The JEE Advanced official website has been launched by the conducting authority, IIT Roorkee. The table below has been updated with the direct link to access the JEE Advanced 2026 official website.

JEE Advanced 2026 Official Website

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Also Check: JEE Advanced Notification 2026

Is There Any Change in JEE Advanced 2026?

As of now, no official changes have been announced for JEE Advanced 2026. The exam pattern, syllabus, and eligibility criteria are expected to follow a similar structure to the previous year. However, candidates are advised to:

• Regularly check the official website for updates.
• Refer to the JEE Advanced 2026 information brochure once released.
• Follow trusted resources and the official website for any major announcements.

Eligibility Criteria for JEE Advanced 2026

JEE Advanced 2026 eligibility depends mainly on whether the candidate has cleared the JEE Main exam. The revised criteria for IIT JEE Advanced 2026 will be available on the JEE Advanced official website of the JEE Advanced entrance exam.

Given below is the JEE Advanced eligibility criteria based on the previous year's data:

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Nationality	Both Indian and international students are eligible. However, foreign candidates can apply directly to JEE Advanced 2026 without appearing for JEE Main.
Age	Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 2001.”  JEE Advanced. SC / ST / PwD candidates get 5 years of relaxation, meaning they should have been born on or after October 1, 1996
Number of Attempts	Maximum of 2 attempts in 2 consecutive years.
Class 12th (or Equivalent) Exam Appearance	Must have appeared in Class 12th in 2025 or 2026. Class 12 marks are not a criterion due to past board exam cancellations.
Foreign Nationals	Same eligibility as Indian candidates. Must submit all required documents during JEE Advanced 2026 application.
Previous Admissions at IITs	- Candidates who accepted a seat in the past and joined an IIT are not eligible.  - Those who paid the seat acceptance fee but didn’t join are eligible.  - Candidates enrolled in IIT preparatory courses are also eligible.

How to Register for JEE Advanced Exam 2026?

IIT Roorkee will release the JEE Advanced application form in Apr 23, 2026. You can apply for JEE Advanced 2026 if you meet the eligibility criteria. Here is the step-by-step instruction on how to apply for JEE Advanced 2026:

• Step 1: You must visit the JEE Advanced 2026 official website, i.e. jeeadv.ac.in.
• Step 2: Click on the 'Registration' link
• Step 3: Enter the details like JEE Main 2026 roll number, password, and security pin.
• Step 4: Access the application form on the 'Login' button.
• Step 5: Enter personal, academic, communication, and other details.
• Step 6: Select the preferred exam centres.
• Step 7: Make the payment of the application fee.
• Step 8: Verify the details and click the 'Submit' button.
• Step 9: Download and take a printout of the application form.

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

JEE Advanced exam pattern and marking scheme will be released by the conducting authority along with the information brochure on the official website. You can refer to the previous year’s exam pattern and marking scheme to get an insight about the important topics, chapter-wise weightage, etc.

Given below is the JEE Advanced exam pattern and marking scheme 2026:

Particulars	Details
Exam Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Language	English and Hindi
Papers	Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates must appear for both papers. Both papers are divided into 3 sections (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics).
Exam Duration	3 Hours per Paper Session 1: 09:00 to 12:00 IST Session 2: 14:30 to 17:30 IST
Type of Questions	Objective Type Questions - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Type Questions
B.Arch Aspirants	Students seeking admission to Architecture programs offered by the IITs must be eligible for the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) 2026.

JEE Advanced 2026 Marking Scheme

JEE Advanced 2026 will have three types of questions: questions with one or more answers, numerical values, and matching lists with one correct option. The following is the marking scheme for each type of question in IIT JEE Advanced 2026

Question Type	Marking Scheme
	Correct Answer	Incorrect Answer	Unattempted Answer
Questions With One or More Answers	+4	-2	No Negative marking
Numerical Value Type Question	+3	NA	No Negative marking
Matching List Type Question with Single Correct Option	+3	-1	No Negative marking

JEE Advanced 2026 Syllabus and Important Topics

JEE Advanced syllabus 2026 PDF will be released by the conducting authority. The syllabus will have three sections, namely Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The table below shows the previous year's JEE Advanced syllabus important topics for your reference:

Subjects	Syllabus
Physics	Thermal Physics Mechanics Electricity and Magnetism Optics Modern Physics
Chemistry	Atomic Structure and Chemical Bonding Chemical Equilibrium Gaseous and the Liquid States Energetics Chemical Kinetics Electrochemistry Solid State Solutions Nuclear Chemistry Transition Elements Extractive Metallurgy, Preparation Surface Chemistry Properties and Reactions of Alkanes, Alkenes & Alkynes Reactions of Benzene, Phenols, Carbohydrates, Ores and Minerals, Amino Acids and Peptides
Mathematics	Trigonometry Algebra Differential Calculus Vectors Integral Calculus Analytical Geometry

How to Prepare for JEE Advanced 2026?

You can start your JEE Advanced 2026 preparation as early as possible, as the more time spent practising and learning, the better your chances of scoring higher. Thus, an aspirant must plan and prioritise the different topics and subjects whose efficient implementation can lead to success in the IIT JEE Advanced exam.

• Gathering Relevant Study Materials: Many books and other study materials are available. The need of the hour is to select the best-suited study material for the candidate. As everyone has different abilities, a particular book/ study material cannot suit everybody; thus, choosing books requires personalisation.
• Developing Time Management: Time management is key to admission to the IITs. Effective time management allows the candidate to complete such a vast syllabus. It specifies how much time a particular topic should take, depending on its complexity and importance in the exam.
• Following a Suitable Strategy: A candidate can analyse the strategies adopted by the previous year's toppers of IIT JEE Advanced. Adopting these practices in the overall strategy of the candidate can help them strategise a study plan more efficiently.
• Get Enough Sleep and Follow a Proper Diet: Good health and fitness also go a long way in remaining consistent with preparation. As the additional stress of board exams also bogs down students, there is a need to eat healthily, get enough rest, and stay active so that chronic stress does not lead to illness.

How Many Attempts Are Allowed for JEE Advanced 2026?

The authorities will determine the number of attempts allowed for JEE Advanced 2026. A candidate may attempt a maximum of 2 times, in two consecutive years. Earlier, there was a period when rules allowed 3 attempts in 3 consecutive years, but that was reverted for 2026

Conclusion

With IIT Roorkee set to conduct the exam, candidates must stay updated with official announcements related to key dates, eligibility, syllabus, and application procedures. Although no major changes have been officially confirmed yet, aspirants should be aware that the number of attempts has been limited to two in two consecutive years, and eligibility remains closely tied to performance in JEE Main.