JEE Main 2026 Form Correction — What Students Must Know
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will open the form correction window for JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) on 1 December 2025, giving applicants a final chance to review and correct certain details. The window will remain open until 2 December 2025 (11:50 PM IST).
This update is critical for aspirants, especially those who spotted errors after submitting their application forms. Whether it’s a misspelled name, incorrect date of birth, or exam city mismatch — this correction window offers a narrow but invaluable opportunity to fix them.
Below, we present a complete guide: what can be edited, what cannot, how to make corrections, common mistakes to avoid, and why this matters.
✅ What Can You Change During the Correction Window
According to the NTA’s correction facility notice, the following fields can be edited when the correction window is live.
- Candidate’s Name, or Father’s name, or Mother’s name (only one among these)
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Gender
- Category / Sub-category / PwD status (if applicable and relevant certificate provided)
- Class 10th details (board, roll number, passing year etc.)
- Class 12th / equivalent exam details
- State Code of Eligibility (if changed/needed)
- Examination city preference (exam centre city)
- Medium of examination (English/Hindi, etc.)
- Signature (re-upload signature if required)
- Course/paper preference (e.g. B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, etc. – ability to add papers)
- Identity details (for candidates who registered with a government identity other than Aadhaar)
It’s important to note that this is a one-time opportunity — once you make changes and submit, the form will be final (frozen).
❌ What You Cannot Change
Despite the correction window, some fields remain locked. Candidates cannot modify:
- Mobile number and email address
- Permanent address or correspondence address, and/or emergency contact details
- Uploaded photograph (photo uploaded during submission)
Hence, candidates must ensure these details are accurate before final submission.
🛠️ How to Make Corrections — Step by Step Guide
If you need to correct your submitted form, follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click on “Registered Candidate Login” (or similar link for correction).
- Log in using your application number and password (or date of birth as required).
- Once logged in, locate the “Application Correction” / “Correction in Particulars” link — it will lead you to your submitted form.
- Review all the editable fields. Make only the necessary corrections — avoid unnecessary juggling to reduce risk of mistakes.
- If you are changing category, opting for additional papers, or changing exam city to a location/facility that charges extra, be ready to pay additional fee (if applicable).
- After corrections, submit the form to finalize changes. Download and keep a printout of the confirmation page — good for future reference (counseling, admit card, etc.).
Make sure the corrections are final — there’s no second chance once the window closes.
🧑🎓 Why This Correction Window Matters
Avoid Mistakes that Can Cost You
Many aspirants make mistakes during initial application — spelling errors, wrong DOB, selecting the wrong exam city, uploading blurry photo or wrong signature, or misreporting academic details. Such errors can lead to:
- Rejection of application.
- Issues in admit-card generation, or seat allotment.
- Problems during exam verification, counselling, or further admission processes.
This correction window gives students a vital second chance to ensure accuracy.
Changing Mindsets / Last-Minute Decisions
Sometimes, candidates change their minds about exam city preference (maybe due to convenience or travel constraints), or decide to opt for an additional paper (e.g. B.Arch along with B.Tech). The correction window allows such flexibility — without having to reapply entirely.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid (and What to Double-Check)
Even during correction, many aspirants mess up — here are frequent errors and tips to avoid them:
| Mistake / Risk | Advice / Tip |
|---|---|
| Entering name/DOB/parent names that don’t match official documents | Cross-verify with Class 10/12 certificate or birth certificate before editing. |
| Uploading blurry or incorrect signature after correction | Ensure the signature is clear, within prescribed dimensions/format. Use correct scan/resolution. |
| Changing exam city without verifying commute/travel feasibility | Choose a city you can reach comfortably, considering date/time of exam and transportation. |
| Forgetting to download final confirmation page after corrections | Always save a copy — may be required during counseling/admit card download. |
| Ignoring additional fee (if applicable) while changing certain details (category, papers, exam city abroad) | Be ready with payment mode (debit/credit card, net banking, UPI) before submitting. |
📅 Important Dates & Schedule for JEE Main 2026 (Session 1)
| Event | Date / Period |
|---|---|
| Correction window opens | 1 December 2025 |
| Correction window ends | 2 December 2025, 11:50 PM IST |
| Tentative city-intimation slip issue | First week of January 2026 |
| Exam dates for Session 1 | 21 January – 30 January 2026 |
⚠️ As this correction window is only for Session 1, candidates applying for Session 2 should verify if a separate correction window will be issued later.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I change my mobile number or email address during the correction window?
A: No. Mobile number and email address are not editable.
Q: Can I change my address or city after submission?
A: Permanent address / correspondence address cannot be changed. However, you can change your exam city preference.
Q: If I change category (e.g., SC to General) or add a paper, do I need to pay extra?
A: Yes — certain changes (like category change, adding a paper, or changing to an international exam city) may attract additional fee.
Q: Is the correction facility available in both sessions of JEE Main 2026?
A: Yes — correction window is applicable for both Session 1 and Session 2, but for Session 1 it is active 1–2 December.
Q: I’ve already downloaded my confirmation page — can I re-login and correct?
A: Yes — you can re-login using credentials and access the correction link. Just ensure you submit before 2 December 11:50 PM.
📝 Final Checklist Before Submitting Corrections
- Verify spellings of name, parents’ names, date of birth — match with official documents.
- Re-check category / PwD / sub-category details — ready relevant certificate if needed.
- Confirm Class 10 & 12 qualification details are accurate — board name, roll number, year of passing, marks (if required).
- Choose correct exam city and medium of examination that suits your convenience.
- Re-upload signature (if needed) ensuring clarity and correct size.
- If changing papers or category, ensure payment of additional fees (if applicable).
- Submit and download/print final confirmation page for records.
📣 Conclusion: Don’t Miss This One-Time Opportunity
For thousands of aspirants nationwide, the JEE Main 2026 form correction window is more than just a technical formality — it’s a last chance to ensure that every detail of their application is accurate. From name spellings and DOB to exam city choices, even a minor mistake can lead to serious complications: from messed up admit cards to disqualification or seat-allocation issues.
So, if you’ve filled your form and submitted it — don’t ignore this correction window. Treat 1–2 December 2025 as a deadline you must meet. Log in, cross-verify, correct, and submit confidently.
Remember: once submitted, the form is frozen — there’s no second chance. Missing this window could cost you dearly in the high-stakes race towards engineering college admissions.
Wishing all aspirants the best for JEE Main 2026! 💪
