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Last updated on August 18th, 2021 by Rituraj Dixit
JEE Main Form Correction Window 2021 is currently open for candidates who have applied for May session of JEE Main previously. JEE Main 2021 Application Form is currently closed for all sessions. Candidates can apply for upcoming sessions of April and May 2021 – B.Tech, B.Arch and B.Planning papers.
NOTE: NTA is not going to open a form correction window for JEE Main April and May 2021 sessions due to limited time. Candidates are advised to fill every form particulars carefully before proceeding.
Latest Updates on JEE Main Form Correction 2021:
- NTA has finally released the JEE Main Exam Dates for April and May sessions, which were postponed earlier. Session 3 (April) is scheduled from 20 to 25 July, while Session 4 (May) is scheduled from 27 July to 2 August 2021. Candidates can apply for both the sessions or either of them through JEE Main Application Form. There is no gap between the two sessions.
- Exam cities for the two sessions – April and May – have been increased from 232 to 334.
- NTA answered some FAQs on JEE Main Application Forms. Know More
- Four sessions of JEE Main 2021 will be conducted – February, March, April and May 2021.
Applicants making corrections might have to pay an extra fee for the same other than JEE Main 2021 Registration fee. (Check correction in the following article)
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JEE Main Form Correction Dates 2021
Here are all important JEE Main Form Correction Dates 2021:
| Event | JEE Main April Session Dates |
| Availability of JEE Main Application Form 2021 | 6 – 8th July (April session) 9 – 12th July (May session) |
| Commencement of correction in Uploaded images | Till release of admit card |
| Availability of JEE Main 2021 Application Form Correction for May Session | 15th July 11:50pm (Closes Soon) |
| Payment of extra application form (if applicable) | According to additional exams/change of exam centre |
Note: JEE Main Application Forms will be re-opened after each session of 2021. Thereby, form correction windows will re-open too.
JEE Main Form Correction: What Can be Changed?
- Candidates’ Name (as per class 10th mark-sheet)
- Paper (change from Paper 1 to Paper 2 or vice versa)
- Aadhaar Number: Unlike last year, the Aadhaar number can be updated.
- Date of Birth (as per class 10th mark-sheet)
- Communication Address
- Contact Number
- Photograph and Signature
JEE Main Form Correction 2021: Key Points
It often happens that candidates make mistakes while filling the online application form. Either because of inexperience or confusion. Thus, to rectify those mistakes, NTA offers JEE Main Form Correction facility. It helps to edit the details in the online application form.
- It is a one-time facility for making corrections in some fields of JEE Main Application Form.
- The JEE Main application form correction window will only open for a specific time period.
- The organizing body does not consider any request made for corrections after closing the correction window.
- JEE Main form correction process is similar to registering for JEE Main 2021 one more time.
How to correct JEE Main Application Form 2021?
Candidates can correct JEE Main 2021 application form by using the steps given below:
- Firstly, go to the official site of JEE Main 2021 – www.jeemain.nic.in
- Then, click on “Corrections in JEE Main 2021 Application Form ”
- After that, log in with your application number and password and enter the security code.
JEE Main Application Form Correction
- Click on “Manage Form Particulars Correction”
Application particulars Correction
- Read the instructions and make the corrections as required.
- Lastly, submit the JEE Main Application Form and pay the requisite application fee (if required)
Details that can be edited in JEE FORM
Direct Link to Form Correction Window
JEE Main Form Correction Fee
There could be cases where a candidate is required to pay an additional fee for correction in JEE Main Application Form. Such candidates want to change their category in JEE Main or want to change the city. Given below are some changes which will cost some fee.
- An additional fee is required in case candidate changes category from SC/ST/Girls/PwD to General/OBC-NCL
- If you want to opt for two or more papers, instead of a single paper.
- If you want to change exam city preference to a foreign city.
Candidates must be aware of fake services that appear like JEE Main Form Correction Facility and fraudulently deduct a large amount of money from bank accounts. Only use the official website to access JEE Main Application Form Correction Facility.
JEE Main Photo Correction and Size Guidelines
Candidates Can make corrections in the photos uploaded in JEE Main 2021 Application Form. Window for JEE Main photo correction will be opening soon.
Given below are the steps to make the correction(s) in the uploaded images:
- First, go to the official site of JEE Main 2021.
- After that, log in using your credentials i.e. Application Number, Password, and security code.
- Then, click on the link “Upload/Change Images” button.
- Further, select the images with correct specifications and upload them.
- Finally, Click on “Submit”.
- After submission, take a print out of the JEE Main Application form for future references.
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How to check the size of the image?
You can follow the steps given below to make sure the images you are about to upload are as per the specifications.
- First, right-click on the image you want to upload.
- Then, click on ‘Properties’
- Now, a window will appear having properties of the image.
- So, click on the ‘Details’ tab.
- And finally, view the dimensions, height, and width of the image.
Can Form Correction Facility Provide a Refund?
- In case a candidate wants to correct the selected category, to a category for which the application fee is less than the one previously selected, there shall be no refund of any application fee.
- There will be no refund if a candidate who opted for more than one paper, opts for the single paper using a correction window.
JEE Main Application Form 2021 Status
After submitting the JEE Main application form, its status can be checked by clicking on the “Status” tab. Anyone of the following messages will be displayed on the user’s window-
Received – If the application form is successfully submitted.
Unsuccessful – If the application form is Incomplete/Rejected/Not Submitted.
Candidates have to successfully remit the application fee before the registration window is closed. Only these candidates shall be able to access the JEE Main Form Correction Facility.
Also Check
JEE Main Helpline
Any doubt in correcting JEE Main application form can be asked by writing an email to [email protected] by mentioning the Name of the candidate, Registration ID,
and Mistakes.
JEE (Main) Unit Central Board of Secondary Education
Plot No. 149, Block – H,
Sector – 63, Noida – 201309
Distt- Gautam Budh Nagar (U.P.)
Helpline No.: 7042399520, 7042399521, 7042399525, 7042399526, 7042399529
Computer-Based Exam Helpline No.: 18002669778
Email: [email protected]
JEE Main Form Correction FAQs
Answer: Yes, you can make changes in your name during the form correction time period.
Answer: No, the fees cannot be paid after the last date. Correction facility is only available for all those who have successfully submitted the applications and paid the application fees.
Invalid my application and password. Please download my admit card
Hi, if you are facing problem then read these instruction – JEE Main Admit Card
During pandemic situation,I had to withdraw my April attempt under correction facility.But now the new dates are announced for postponed April session(20-25 July) which I want to give but I can’t do the correction once again…
What should I do ? Isn’t there any way that I can tick that April attempt checkbox.
Pls Help Me !!!!
Hello vedant, You can attempt only for next sessions itself.
Can i upload my ews certificate in jee application when councelling window opens
Hello Harsh, A valid GEN-EWS certificate as per the prescribed format, given on the JEE (Advanced) website, should be uploaded for availing the benefits of GEN-EWS category.
Is there any fee in correction if i change my category general ews to general
Hello Harsh, If you paid application fee then the correction fees also includes in that and you should not pay anything.
THERE WAS A CHANCE GIVEN FOR THOSE WHO DID NOT ENTER THEIR 12TH ROLL NUMBER IN JEE FORM . BUT DURING THAT TIME I DID NOT HAVE MY ROLL NUMBER. SO WILL I BE ABLE TO ENTER MY ROLL NUMBER ANYTIME FURTHER..?OR DURING JOSAA? WILL MY FORM GET REJECTED?
Hello Roshan, 12th Roll number is not much necessary. You can fill it when form-correction window opens. After that you cannot update or enter it.
Will correction window of jee mains april session will open again which is already posponed due to pandemic..!!??
Hello Harshit, there will be a JEE Main Form Correction Window opening along with registration window for new aspirants. Do keep a check on official website and our website for latest updates.
Due to covid pandemic, is there is chance of correction form ( update EWS form ).
Hello Nikhil, there will be a JEE Main Form Correction Window opening along with registration window for new aspirants. Also, you need not worry about updating your EWS Form. You can easily contact NTA’s helpline and request them to update your form. Your form will be re-uploaded during JEE Main Counselling which is much more important.
I’ve missed the date for image correction. My uploaded image has been rejected…please help me.
Hello Parthiv, we suggest you to contact NTA Helpline for JEE Main 2021. You can find the number in this page above.
i recieved a message today that due to some issues with the photograph my jee main application form has been rejected . What should i do now how should i correct it. Please give me steps to correct my photograph.
Hello Biswadeep! It is possible that your photograph might be incorrect due to which your JEE Main Application Form had been rejected. In this case, we can only suggest you to contact NTA Helpline via email ([email protected]) or call (0120-6895200). You might be able to fill the application form again when the registration window re-opens after February session.
I have re-uploaded my signature to remove signature discrepancy. But, there is no confirmation and no update.
Hi Bhavna, if your signature has been uploaded without any discrepancy, it must have been accepted. We suggest you to check your final application form that has been submitted where the new signature image must be present. In case, it is not updated, contact NTA helpline.
i have received a mesage for correction of photo but not able to it … need help
Hi Megha, if you need help in image correction, please check our steps in the article above or check image correction here – JEE Main Scanned Images.
How many times can I rectify uploaded image? What happens if it is cancelled the second time ?
Hi Avinash, you can rectify the passport photo and signature till the image correction window closes. Since, there has been no limit specified by NTA, you can edit it as many times as you want till be window is open. If it is cancelled second time, you would still be asked to upload it correctly again.
Hi , I applied for one exam session that is March. Can I also correct it for all exam sessions including February one?
Hi P.V. Divya Varshini, Yes you can use the JEE Main Form Correction for updating your exam sessions choices to multiple sessions. Each session attracts separate application fee. Feel free to ask further queries, if any.
Is it possible to change category in Jee main application form?
Hi Kavita, Yes You can change your category during Form Correction.
I have qualified 12 class in 2018, am i eligibile to appear for JEE Main 2021?
Hi Sahib, No, Aspirants who have qualified 12th class or equivalent before 2019 are not eligible for JEE Main 2021. Click here to Know the JEE Main Eligibility
Sir can i change my permanent address in correction form?
Hi Harsh, you can change your communication address and permanent address via JEE Main Application Correction Window, which will open on 27th January. Do note that proof of permanent address and communication address (such as Aadhar Card) must be available with you beforehand, as it will be printed on your Admit Card too.
If my sign is not clear in the admit card would I be allowed to give exam?
Hi Heer, Yes you will be allowed to give the exam. If you signature was not accepted, your application would have been rejected. But since you already have the admit card with you, you can write the exam. However, we suggest you to contact NTA Helpline and inform them about your issue.