Hurry Up! The deadline for JEE Main 2026 applications is Nov 27

JEE-Main 2026 Exam will be Conducted in 13 Languages in 13 cities in the State & 300 Cities Across the Country & Abroad

The online application process for the JEE-Main 2026 January Session 1, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), has reached its final stage. Interested candidates can submit their applications until November 27th, 9 p.m., after which no extension will be available. The NTA has clarified that the application deadline is fixed and will not be changed.

JEE Main 2026 exam will be conducted in over 300 cities and over 600 exam centres across the country and abroad. This exam will be even more accessible than before for candidates from several states, including Rajasthan, as exam centres have been set up in 13 different cities within the state. These include Kota, Jaipur, Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Sikar, Sriganganagar, Udaipur, Bhilwara, Bharatpur, Dausa, and Hanumangarh.

JEE-Main Exam in 13 Languages

In line with the National Education Policy, the NTA has placed special emphasis on enhancing linguistic diversity in this exam. To this end, JEE-Main 2026 is being conducted in 13 languages. These languages include English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. This step is extremely helpful for candidates who can achieve better results by taking the exam in their mother tongue or a familiar language.

Which Language Will Be Available in Which State

The NTA has also released a list of languages available at exam centres so that candidates can choose their exam centre based on their preference.

All exam centres across the country

English and Hindi—both languages will be available at every exam centre in India.

State-wise available languages

Assam: English and Assamese
West Bengal, Tripura, Andaman and Nicobar Islands: English and Bengali
Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli: English and Gujarati
Karnataka: English and Kannada
Kerala and Lakshadweep: English and Malayalam
Maharashtra: English and Marathi
Odisha: English and Oriya
Punjab, Chandigarh, Delhi-NCR (Faridabad, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, Noida, Greater Noida): English and Punjabi
Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands: English and Tamil
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana: English and Telugu
All other centres: English and Urdu

This extensive linguistic arrangement is intended to provide a seamless exam experience to candidates coming from different parts of the country. This will significantly benefit students who have studied in a regional language and understand technical terminology more effectively in their mother tongue.

Precautions to Take While Filling the Application

Only three days are left for the online application process for JEE-Main 2026. Candidates should ensure that they upload all required documents and thoroughly check the information provided in their application before the deadline. Any errors in the application form could hinder the examination process.

The NTA has also stated that the last date for payment of application fees is November 27th, but the deadline for submission of fees has been extended to 11:50 pm. Candidates whose payment is not successful for any reason can retry within the stipulated time.

The exam city allocation will be released later. Candidates typically receive confirmation of the city and centre through their admit card a few weeks before the exam date. Therefore, candidates should regularly check the website for updates.

Why Timely Application is Important

JEE-Main is one of the most important entrance exams in the country, providing admission to the country’s prestigious engineering institutes. Adhering to deadlines is essential because:

There is very little chance of application deadlines being extended.
Heavy website traffic can cause technical issues at the last minute.
Applying on time eliminates the rush in depositing fees and uploading documents.
It also facilitates the choice of exam centre preference.

JEE-Main 2026: Important Tips for Candidates

Students preparing for the exam should ensure that when selecting language options, they choose a language in which they understand subjects like science and mathematics well. Technical understanding plays a crucial role in JEE-Main questions, so fluency in the language directly impacts performance.

Also, after completing the application form, be sure to download and save the confirmation page. This document will prove useful during any future verification. The application process for JEE-Main 2026 January Session 1 is now in its final stages. With a large number of test centres spread across the state and abroad, 13 language options, and clear instructions, NTA has ensured that every candidate has ample opportunity to take the exam at their convenience. Students wishing to appear for this exam should complete their application before 9 pm on November 27th so that their preparation can proceed without any disruption.

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