JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Starts for Foreign, OCI and PIO Candidates at jeeadv.ac.in, Check Details
JEE Advanced 2026 registration has begun for foreign nationals and OCI/PIO candidates. Eligible applicants can apply online at jeeadv.ac.in within the given timeline. Here’s everything you need to know.
Key Points
- JEE Advanced 2026 registration started April 6, 2026 for foreign nationals, OCI, PIO.
- Registration closes May 2, 2026 for all candidates and the last fee payment deadline is May 4, 2026.
- Foreign, OCI, PIO candidates can apply directly, but only for supernumerary seats.
JEE Advanced 2026: The registration process for JEE Advanced 2026 has officially started for foreign nationals and OCI/PIO candidates. Interested and eligible candidates can now submit their applications through the official website, jeeadv.ac.in. As per the schedule, the registration window opened on April 6, 2026 and will remain open until May 2, 2026.
Candidates are advised to complete te process well in advance to avoid last-minute issues. Along with the registration, applicants must also pay the required application fee to successfully submit their forms.
JEE Advanced 2026: Important Dates for Registration
JEE Advanced is one of the most competitive entrance exams for admission into IITs across India. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates related to admit cards, exam guidelines, and other important announcements. Given below are the important dates related to the JEE Advanced 2026 registrations:-
| Events | Dates |
| Direct online registrations begin for OCI/PIO (F) and Foreign Candidates | April 6, 2026 |
| Online registrations begin for JEE Main qualified candidates | April 23, 2026 |
| Online Registration Closes for all candidates | May 2, 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment for candidates who have successfully uploaded the required documents | May 4, 2026 |
JEE Advanced 2026: Steps to Apply for JEE Advanced 2026
Candidates need to visit the official portal and fill in their personal, academic and contact details carefully.
- Foreign and OCI/PIO applicants are required to upload important documents such as identity proof, academic certificates, and other relevant documents.
- After verifying all the information, candidates can proceed to pay the application fee online.
- It is important to note that foreign nationals and OCI/PIO (F) candidates are allowed to appear for JEE Advanced directly, without qualifying for JEE Main. However, they will be considered only for supernumerary seats in IITs and will not be eligible for the reservation benefits available to Indian candidates.
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