The organizing institute IIT Roorkee has announced that the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2026 will take place on May 17, 2026, providing aspiring engineering students with the schedule for one of India’s most competitive entrance exams.
JEE Advanced is conducted annually for students who qualify in JEE Main, and it serves as the primary entrance examination for admission into undergraduate engineering programs at the 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and some other prestigious institutions.
Exam Schedule
The exam will be conducted in two sessions on the same day, and candidates must appear for both papers to be considered for admission.
- Paper 1: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Paper 2: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Both papers will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode at examination centers across India and in some international locations.
Registration and Important Dates
According to the official schedule:
- Registration begins: April 23, 2026
- Registration closes: May 2, 2026
- Admit card release: May 11, 2026
- Exam date: May 17, 2026
Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from JEE Main 2026 will be eligible to register for the exam, making it one of the most selective engineering entrance tests in the country.
Exam Pattern
The test evaluates students on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, focusing on analytical thinking, conceptual understanding, and advanced problem-solving abilities. The exact number of questions and marking scheme can vary each year.
As the exam date approaches, aspirants are advised to regularly check the official website jeeadv.ac.in for updates regarding the syllabus, exam centers, and other instructions.