CBSE directs schools to share Class 11 registration numbers for JEE Main applicants

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a directive to all affiliated schools, instructing them to share Class 11 registration numbers with students applying for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026.

In a circular, CBSE noted that despite earlier guidelines released on October 30, several students and parents had complained that schools were withholding the registration numbers required for completing the JEE Main application process.

The Board stated that the National Testing Agency (NTA), which conducts the JEE Main examination, has made it mandatory for



applicants to mention their Class 11 registration number in the online application form.

This number helps verify candidates’ academic details and ensures smoother coordination between schools and examination authorities.

Taking serious note of the complaints, CBSE clarified that schools “must invariably provide the Class 11 registration number to students appearing for the JEE Exam 2026.”

The directive, signed by Joint Secretary (Coordination) Agarwal, asked all school heads and principals to comply with the order immediately to avoid any inconvenience to students.