Does JEE Advanced have different photo requirements than JEE Main?

No. JEE Advanced uses the same photo specifications: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 10–200 KB, white or light background, no spectacles, ears clearly visible.

Who is eligible for JEE Advanced?

Candidates who qualify JEE Main (top 2,50,000 rank) and have not taken more than 2 attempts at JEE Advanced. Must have passed 12th in 2025 or 2026 (for 2026 exam). Age limit: born on or after October 1, 2001.

How many papers are there in JEE Advanced?

Two papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 — both mandatory. Each is 3 hours long with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics sections. Questions include MCQs, numerical answer type, and matching questions.

Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)

The gateway to all 23 IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology). Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from JEE Main are eligible. Conducted by one of the IITs on a rotational basis each year.

Official website

JEE Advanced — Photo & Document Requirements 2026

The gateway to all 23 IITs (Indian Institutes of Technology). Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from JEE Main are eligible. Conducted by one of the IITs on a rotational basis each year.

Conducting Body: Joint Admission Board (JAB) / IITs
Official Website: jeeadv.ac.in/

Photo & Signature Specifications

Photograph

Dimensions: 3.5 × 4.5 cm
Max File Size: 200 KB
Format: JPG / JPEG
Background: White or light plain background
Resolution: 300 DPI

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Signature

Dimensions: 3.5 × 1.5 cm
Max File Size: 30 KB
Format: JPG / JPEG
Ink Colour: Black on white paper

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Important Dates

Registration Opens 20 April 2026
Upcoming
Exam Date 18 May 2026
Upcoming

Documents Required

Carry originals + photocopies on exam day. Check items as you prepare:

JEE Advanced Admit Card (printed)
JEE Main scorecards (all sessions)
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Voter ID)
Passport size photographs (same as uploaded, 2–3)
Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
Category certificate (if applicable)

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JEE Advanced — Frequently Asked Questions

: No. JEE Advanced uses the same photo specifications: 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 10–200 KB, white or light background, no spectacles, ears clearly visible.
: Candidates who qualify JEE Main (top 2,50,000 rank) and have not taken more than 2 attempts at JEE Advanced. Must have passed 12th in 2025 or 2026 (for 2026 exam). Age limit: born on or after October 1, 2001.
: Two papers — Paper 1 and Paper 2 — both mandatory. Each is 3 hours long with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics sections. Questions include MCQs, numerical answer type, and matching questions.