JEE Main Eligibility Checker

Check your eligibility for JEE Main engineering entrance.

Last updated: 20 Aug 2026

Quick answer

For JEE Main there is no age limit; you must have passed Class 12 (or be appearing) with Physics and Mathematics plus one of Chemistry/Biology/Technical subject, and you can attempt it in the year of passing and the next two years. Enter your details above to check.

Check the core JEE Main criteria — required Class 12 subjects (Physics + Maths + one more) and the three-year attempt window. There is no age limit for JEE Main.

How to check JEE Main eligibility

  1. 1 Confirm your Class 12 subjects and pass-year window.
  2. 2 We check the criteria.
  3. 3 You see whether you are likely eligible for JEE Main.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an age limit for JEE Main?
No — there is no age limit for JEE Main, but institutes may have their own criteria.
How many years can I attempt JEE Main?
In the year you pass Class 12 and the next two years (JEE Main is held twice a year).
What marks are needed for JEE Main?
There is no minimum to appear, but admission to NITs/IIITs typically needs 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or top-20 percentile.

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