🎓 JEE Main Application 2025: What, When, Where & How Fully Explained
So, you've made the decision.
You're going to write JEE Main, that one exam that feels less like a test and more like a national ritual for every engineering dreamer. Whether you’ve been dreaming of NITs since Class 9 or just decided last month to take your shot, the journey begins not with your first mock test, but with something a lot simpler (and more serious than it looks):
📌 The Application Form.
This blog isn’t about preparation strategies or cutoffs (we’ll get there soon).
Right now, we’re answering the question:
👉 “How do I start this process the right way, without messing it up?”
Let’s break it down step by step, with clarity, checklists, and a few friendly reminders. 💡
First, what exactly is JEE Main?
Think of JEE Main as the gateway exam.
It opens doors to:
NITs, IIITs, GFTIs—top tech colleges across India And, if you qualify, JEE Advanced—the path to the IITs
🛣️ You don’t reach your dream college in one giant leap. You take that first step by registering for JEE Main—the exam conducted twice a year in January and April.
It offers two main papers:
Paper 1—For B.E./B.Tech
Paper 2A—For B.Arch
Paper 2B – For B.Planning
You can choose one or more, depending on your goals.
🏛️ Who’s Running the Show?
Meet the NTA—National Testing Agency.
Not a coaching institute, not some YouTube channel—this is the official body under the Ministry of Education that conducts JEE Main.
They also handle NEET, CUET, and UGC NET—so yes, they know what they’re doing.
Only trust info that comes from
https://nta.ac.in (main site)
https://jeemain.nta.nic.in (dedicated JEE portal)
If someone forwards a PDF or Telegram link with no source, double-check. Always. ✅
🗓️ When Does It All Start?
The official notification usually drops in late November or early December each year.
And yes you get two chances:
Session 1 in January
Session 2 in April
You can apply for both together or separately. But the application window stays open for only a few weeks, so don’t snooze on it.
📝 Let’s Talk About the Application Form
Here’s what the actual process looks like, step by step 👇
Step 1: Registration
Head to https://jeemain.nta.nic.in
Click on ‘JEE Main Registration.’
You’ll need to enter:
Full name (match your Aadhaar/school records)
Email ID (use your personal, long-term one)
Phone number
A secure password (write it down somewhere 📒)
You’ll get a verification OTP before proceeding.
Step 2: Application Form
This is where you enter:
Personal details (address, DOB, ID info)
Academic records (10th & 12th details, board names)
Paper selection (B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Planning)
Preferred exam cities (you can choose 4 options 🗺️)
Tip: Pick cities based on accessibility, not just popularity.
Step 3: Upload Documents
Passport-size photo (recent, plain background) JPG 10–200 KB
Signature (black ink on white paper) JPG 4–30 KB
Category certificate (if applicable) PDF ≤ 300 KB
PwD certificate (if applicable) PDF ≤ 300 KB
📸 No filters. No shadows. No editing. This isn’t for LinkedIn or Tinder; it’s for NTA.
💰 Application Fee (As per 2024 Guidelines)
Here's what aspirants paid last year. Use this as a ballpark while waiting for the latest update:
| Category | Paper(s) | Gender | Fee (India) | Fee (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC-NCL | B.Tech (Paper 1) | Male | ₹1000 | ₹5000 |
| General / EWS / OBC-NCL | B.Tech (Paper 1) | Female | ₹800 | ₹4000 |
| SC/ST/PwD | Any Paper | Any | ₹500 | ₹2500 |
| Any | B.Arch or B. Planning | Any | ₹1000 | ₹5000 |
| Any | Both Paper 1 + Paper 2 | Any | ₹2000 | ₹9000 |
💡 You can pay through UPI, Net Banking, or cards. Don’t forget to download the receipt after payment.
🚧 Things to Keep in Mind While Applying
- Double-check your name and DOB—typos = trouble
- Use a reliable phone & email—this is where all updates come
- Choose exam cities wisely—changing them later may not be allowed
- Upload clear, valid documents—especially for categories
- Don’t wait for the last day—the site usually slows down ⚠️
What Happened Last Year (Trends You Should Know)
🗂️ Correction Window: NTA allows a short period to fix errors, but only certain details. Get it right the first time.
🧾 Separate or Combined Registration: You could register for both sessions together or one at a time.
💻 Tech Glitches: During peak hours, the site may lag. Pro tip? Fill out the form during non-peak hours (morning or late night).
🛫 Ready for Takeoff?
This isn’t just a form. It’s the first official step in your JEE journey.
Treat it like your boarding pass to the world of top-tier engineering education.
So, take a deep breath. Keep your documents ready. And start your application carefully, not casually.
Coming up next in this series:
🎟️ How to download your admit card
📅 What happens on exam day
📈 Understanding percentile vs raw score
🎯 Full guide to counselling and seat allotment
📌 Official Sites You Must Bookmark:
NTA: https://nta.ac.in
JEE Main Portal: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in
Got a question or feeling stuck?
Drop it in the comments or DM us—we’re building this community for aspirants just like you. Let’s navigate this together. 💬🚀
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