The eligibility criteria for the exam remain the same, but the criteria for taking admissions into NIT, IIITs, and GFTIs have been changed. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has restored the 75% eligibility criteria for engineering admission after qualifying for the JEE Mains entrance test.

This was the practice that was followed in the pre covid years. Since things have started to become normal, the officials decided to reinstate the eligibility criteria followed before the pandemic. 

75% Criteria

Before filling up the application, candidates should know the new rules. Admission to BE/ B.Tech/ B.Arch/ B.Plan and the courses in NITs, IITs, and CFT are participating through the central seat allocation board. 

It will be based on All India Rank Subject to the condition that the candidate should have scored at least 75% in the class 12th board examination conducted by their respective board. For SC/ ST candidates, the qualifying score is 65%. Also, the candidate should have passed each subject in class 12 or the qualifying examination as per the official statement. 

Admission Criteria in Previous Years

In 2022, admission to institutes was given only based on All India Rank in JEE main. This 75 % criterion was not applied to states or private institutions as they were free to see their own condition for student admission. 

75% Criterion was Removed From JEE Main in 2020

In 2020, Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' relaxed the norms of admission for centrally funded institutions because of the ongoing COVID - 19 pandemic, which has resulted in the closure of schools, colleges, and many more educational institutions across the country. 

Only pass marks were required for admission. This continued for JEE Main 2021 and 2022. 

JEE Main 2023 Eligibility Criteria to Appear in the Exam 

The eligibility criteria for JEE Main 2023 remain the same. Candidates who passed class 12 exams in 2021 or 2022 or appearing in 2023 can take the entrance test. Although there is no age limit to appear for the JEE Main entrance test, candidates might be required to fulfill the age criterion set by educational institutions for students’ admission. 

The JEE exam 2023 will be held in two sessions. The first session will be conducted between January 24 to January 31, 2023, and the second session will be conducted between April 6 to April 12, 2023. Engineering aspirants can fill up the 2023 application form by visiting the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in. 

Registration Fee Details

Indian Candidates

Registration fees for male candidates have increased from Rs. 650 to Rs. 1000. Whereas female candidates have to pay Rs. 800. SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender candidates must pay Rs. 500 to appear for BE, B.Tech, BArch, and B.Planning papers. 

Outside India

The application fees for candidates outside India have been increased as well. Male candidate's fees have increased from Rs. 3000 to Rs. 5000. Whereas female candidates' fees have increased from Rs. 1500 to Rs. 4000

One Application

Candidates who wish to apply for the examination can apply for only one session at a time. Only session 1 will be visible in the first session, and candidates can go for that. In the next session, session 2 will be visible, and candidates can opt for that. 

Candidates will be allowed to fill out up to one application. Strict action will be taken against candidates who have filled out more than one application, even at a later stage. 

Events List	January Session Dates	April Session Dates
Registration dates	December 16 to January 12	To be given
Admit card release date	Third week of January 2023	To be given
Exam Dates	January 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31, 2023	April 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, and 12, 2023