{"id":7874,"date":"2025-06-26T11:46:34","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T11:46:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careerpoint.ac.in\/blog\/?p=7874"},"modified":"2026-02-02T11:19:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T11:19:13","slug":"jee-advanced-eligibility-criteria-age-limit-no-of-attempts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/careerpoint.ac.in\/blog\/jee-advanced-eligibility-criteria-age-limit-no-of-attempts\/","title":{"rendered":"JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria 2026, Age Limit, No of Attempts"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The official information brochure for the JEE Advanced 2026 examination has been released along with the complete exam schedule. As per the announced timeline, the application process for foreign nationals will begin on April 6, 2026<\/strong>, while registration for Indian candidates will commence on April 23, 2026<\/strong>. Applicants are advised to carefully review the prescribed eligibility criteria before submitting the JEE Advanced 2026 application form.<\/p>\n

The JEE Advanced 2026 exam<\/strong> is scheduled to be held on May 17, 2026<\/strong>. The examination will consist of two papers\u2014Paper 1 and Paper 2<\/strong>\u2014which will be conducted in two separate shifts on the same day. Both papers will include questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics<\/strong> based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus. The marking scheme, total number of questions, and overall marks are not fixed and may vary each year. Candidates can refer to the JEE Advanced 2025 question papers and exam pattern analysis to better understand the structure of the exam.<\/p>\n

Aspirants preparing for JEE Advanced 2026 can download the official syllabus PDF from the website. It is important to note that there has been no change in the syllabus this year<\/strong>, and it remains the same as the previous year.<\/p>\n\n

Who is Eligible for JEE Advanced 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

To be eligible for JEE Advanced 2026, candidates must satisfy specific conditions regarding their performance in JEE Main 2026 , You must have appeared for your Class\u202f12th (or equivalent) examination for the first time in 2025 or 2026 .You must have studied Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics.<\/p>\n\n

Minimum Qualification Required for JEE Advanced<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

To appear for JEE Advanced, candidates must first qualify the JEE Main examination and rank among the top 2.5 lakh candidates (including all categories) based on their performance in Paper 1 of JEE Main<\/a>. Additionally, candidates should have passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination in either the current year (2026) or the previous year (2025) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. It is also essential that the candidates have not been admitted to an IIT earlier or accepted an IIT seat through JoSAA, even if they later withdrew. Meeting these academic and examination-based criteria is the minimum qualification required to be eligible for JEE Advanced.<\/p>\n\n

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Number of Top JEE Main 2025 Candidates Eligible for JEE Advanced<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
S. No.<\/td>\nCategory<\/td>\nNumber of \u201cTop\u201d Candidates<\/td>\nTotal per Category<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/td>\nOPEN<\/td>\n96,187<\/td>\n1,01,250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\nOPEN-PwD<\/td>\n5,063<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\nGEN-EWS<\/td>\n23,750<\/td>\n25,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\nGEN-EWS-PwD<\/td>\n1,250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\nOBC-NCL<\/td>\n64,125<\/td>\n67,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\nOBC-NCL-PwD<\/td>\n3,375<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\nSC<\/td>\n35,625<\/td>\n37,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\nSC-PwD<\/td>\n1,875<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\nST<\/td>\n17,812<\/td>\n18,750<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10<\/td>\nST-PwD<\/td>\n938<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n
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  • OPEN<\/strong>: 1,01,250 candidates (including 5,063 PwD)<\/li>\n\n
  • GEN-EWS<\/strong>: 25,000 candidates (including 1,250 PwD)<\/li>\n\n
  • OBC-NCL<\/strong>: 67,500 candidates (including 3,375 PwD)<\/li>\n\n
  • SC<\/strong>: 37,500 candidates (including 1,875 PwD)<\/li>\n\n
  • ST<\/strong>: 18,750 candidates (including 938 PwD)<\/li>\n\n
  • Total Top Candidates Eligible<\/strong>: 2.5 lakh<\/strong> across all categories, including horizontal PwD reservations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    JEE Advanced Eligibility for Foreign Nationals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

    Foreign nationals are also eligible to appear for JEE Advanced 2026, but their eligibility criteria differ from those of Indian candidates. Here are the specific requirements for foreign candidates:<\/p>\n\n

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    1. Academic Qualification<\/strong>: Foreign nationals must have completed their Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. The qualifying exam should be recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).<\/li>\n\n
    2. Age Limit<\/strong>: Candidates must have been born on or after October 1, 2001<\/strong>. A relaxation of 5 years is provided for candidates with benchmark disabilities (PwD), making the cut-off date October 1, 1996<\/strong> for such candidates.<\/li>\n\n
    3. Number of Attempts<\/strong>: A foreign national can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times<\/strong> in two consecutive years<\/strong>, just like Indian candidates.<\/li>\n\n
    4. JEE Main Not Required<\/strong>: Foreign nationals are not required to appear for JEE Main<\/strong>. They can apply directly for JEE Advanced and are considered under the 15% supernumerary seats<\/strong> in IITs.<\/li>\n\n
    5. Documents Required<\/strong>: At the time of registration, foreign candidates must upload valid identification proof, academic certificates, and a recent passport-size photograph.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n


      Category-Wise Relaxation in JEE Advanced Eligibility (SC\/ST\/OBC\/EWS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

      To promote equal opportunities, JEE Advanced offers various relaxations in eligibility criteria for reserved categories:<\/p>\n\n

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      • SC\/ST Candidates<\/strong>: Get a 5-year age relaxation<\/strong> (must be born on or after October 1, 2001), lower qualifying marks<\/strong> in Class 12, and are included in separate merit lists with reduced cutoffs.<\/li>\n\n
      • OBC-NCL Candidates<\/strong>: Receive a 5-year age relaxation<\/strong>, similar to SC\/ST, along with relaxed cutoffs in qualifying exams and JEE Advanced rank list.<\/li>\n\n
      • GEN-EWS Candidates<\/strong>: Benefit from a 10% reservation<\/strong> in seat allocation, with slightly relaxed cutoffs compared to the General category.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        All these categories are part of the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main qualifiers eligible for JEE Advanced, with horizontal reservation also applicable for PwD candidates within each group<\/p>\n\n

        JEE Advanced Eligibility for PwD Candidates<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

        Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are given horizontal reservations within their respective categories, including OPEN, OBC, SC, ST, and GEN-EWS. PwD candidates also get relaxation in the age limit. All other eligibility criteria remain the same.<\/p>\n\n

        Documents Required to Prove JEE Advanced Eligibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

        Candidates must upload and present the following documents to confirm their eligibility for JEE Advanced:<\/p>\n\n

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        • Class 10 certificate<\/strong> (for date of birth verification)<\/li>\n\n
        • Class 12 mark sheet or certificate<\/strong> (for qualifying exam proof)<\/li>\n\n
        • JEE Main 2026 scorecard<\/strong><\/li>\n\n
        • Category certificate<\/strong> (SC\/ST\/OBC-NCL\/EWS) issued by a competent authority<\/li>\n\n
        • PwD certificate<\/strong> (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n
        • Scribe request letter<\/strong> (for PwD candidates needing a scribe)<\/li>\n\n
        • Nationality proof<\/strong> (for foreign nationals \u2013 passport or equivalent)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          Changes in JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria in 202<\/strong>6<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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          • No 75% marks or Top 20 Percentile rule<\/strong> in Class 12.<\/li>\n\n
          • \u00a0Foreign nationals<\/strong> can apply directly without JEE Main.<\/li>\n\n
          • \u00a0Preparatory course candidates (2025)<\/strong> are eligible.<\/li>\n\n
          • \u00a0Max 2 attempts<\/strong> rule continues.<\/li>\n\n
          • \u00a05-year age relaxation<\/strong> for SC\/ST\/PwD remains unchanged.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

            These updates aim to make the exam more accessible and inclusive for all aspirants<\/p>\n\n

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            Q: Is a minimum 75% board score required now?<\/div>

            \u00a0No\u2014no board percentage criteria<\/strong> is applicable since 2023. That criterion has been scrapped.<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Q: Can foreign students apply directly?<\/div>

            \u00a0Yes, foreign nationals\/OCI\/PIOs<\/strong> can register directly without qualifying JEE Main. They must follow age\/educational norms and have dedicated seats (10%)<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Q: How many times can I sit for JEE Advanced?<\/div>

            A candidate may appear twice in two consecutive years<\/strong> (e.g., 2025 & 2026)<\/span> .<\/p>\n

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            Q: Is there any age relaxation?<\/div>

            Yes\u20145 years<\/strong> relaxation for SC\/ST\/PwD. That makes the cutoff October\u00a01,\u00a01996<\/strong> for these categories.<\/span><\/p>\n

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            Q: Who is eligible for JEE Advanced 2026?<\/div>

            Candidates must be top 250,000<\/strong> in JEE Main 2026, born on\/after October 1, 2001 (1996 for SC\/ST\/PwD), have first taken Class 12 in 2025\/2026, and have not been admitted to IIT before.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>