New Delhi: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a crucial advisory for candidates aiming to appear in JEE Main 2026, calling upon them to revise and validate their Aadhaar card details, Unique Disability ID (UDID) (for PwD candidates), and category certificates well ahead of the registration process.
According to the official notice dated September 29, 2025, discrepancies in any of these documents could lead to rejection or complications during verification. Aspirants are urged to make necessary corrections in time.
Exam Schedule & Registration Window
JEE Main 2026 will be held in two sessions — January and April.
The application form for Session 1 is expected to go live in October 2025 on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
What to Update & Why
The NTA’s advisory lists out the following essentials:
| Document Type | Details to Verify / Update | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Name, date of birth (should match class 10 certificate), photograph, address, parent’s name | To ensure consistency across records and avoid mismatch issues |
| UDID Card (for PwD) | Validity, correct details, renew if required | Incorrect UDID may affect eligibility or benefits |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) | Valid certificate, correct category details | Without valid category certificate, candidates may be disqualified from reservation benefits |
The advisory notes that any inconsistency or invalid document may trigger objections or lead to rejections later in the process.
Important Next Steps for Candidates
Frequently check the NTA website (nta.ac.in) and JEE Main portal (jeemain.nta.nic.in) for updates, instructions, and new notices.
Update any mismatched or incomplete documents before applying to avoid delays or rejection.
Keep ready scanned copies of all documents in the required format, to upload during registration.
Interested Candidates can check the official notice here