NTA Clarifies: Virtual Calculator Not Allowed in JEE (Main) 2026
Date: 02 November 2025 · Source: National Testing Agency (NTA)
The National Testing Agency has issued a clarification that no calculator—virtual or physical—is permitted in the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026. A line in the Information Bulletin referring to an “onscreen standard calculator” was a typographical error from the generic CBT platform and does not apply to JEE (Main). The revised Information Bulletin has been uploaded, and candidates should refer only to the corrected version. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Key Points
- Exam sessions: January 2026 (Session I) and April 2026 (Session II).
- Application status: Session I application form went live on 31 October 2025 at the official portal.
- Calculator policy: Use of calculators in any form is not permitted in JEE (Main) 2026.
- Next steps: Download and read the revised Information Bulletin from the official website.
Quick Summary
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Calculator Policy | Not allowed (virtual or physical) |
| Session I Application | Live since 31 October 2025 |
| Exam Months | January 2026 & April 2026 |
| Official Websites | www.nta.ac.in, jeemain.nta.ac.in |
Source: NTA Public Notice dated 02 November 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Helpline
- Phone: +91-11-40759000
- Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in