New Delhi, November 7, 2025 – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has intervened to resolve issues concerning the Class 11 registration numbers for students applying to the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026. After receiving multiple complaints from students and parents, the CBSE has instructed all affiliated schools to share the Class 11 registration numbers promptly, ensuring smooth completion of the application process.
Main Points of the CBSE’s Latest Directive
Issue and CBSE’s Response:
- Despite previous instructions issued on October 30, 2025, many students and parents reported difficulties in acquiring the Class 11 registration numbers required for JEE Main 2026.
- In response, the CBSE issued a directive to all schools, emphasizing the immediate provision of these registration numbers to students to avoid any inconvenience during the application process.
Importance of Class 11 Registration Number:
- The National Testing Agency (NTA), responsible for conducting the JEE Main exam, requires students to enter their Class 11 registration number during the application.
- This number is essential for academic verification and ensuring the accurate coordination between schools and examination authorities.
Application Timeline for JEE Main 2026:
- The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 application window opened on October 31 and will close on November 27, 2025.
- The exam schedule is as follows:
- Session 1: January 21-30, 2026
- Session 2: April 1-10, 2026
- The exam result for Session 1 is expected on February 12, 2026.
JEE Main Exam Overview:
- Paper 1 is for engineering aspirants (BE/BTech) seeking admission to top institutions like NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs.
- Paper 2 is for architecture and planning students (BArch/BPlanning) and serves as the qualifying test for JEE Advanced for admission to the IITs.
Conclusion: Ensuring Smooth JEE Main 2026 Application Process
The CBSE’s directive to provide Class 11 registration numbers is crucial to ensuring that students can smoothly complete their JEE Main 2026 applications without any hurdles. With the January exam session just around the corner, this initiative will ensure that students are well-prepared for the upcoming examination process.
