JEE Advanced 2025 Fees: The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025, conducted by IIT Kanpur, has announced the registration fees for both Indian and foreign examination centres. Notably, there has been an increase in fees for foreign centres this year.
Students seeking admission at leading Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025 must participate in the exam. The JEE Advanced examination for this year operates under the administration of IIT Kanpur.
Students who pass the JEE Main examination among the 2.5 lakh top-ranking candidates gain entry to the JEE Advanced exam. The official authorities responsible for JEE Advanced 2025 exams have made public the required registration fees during this period. A principal update for this year involves increased costs at foreign examination locations, which primarily affect students attending from locations abroad.
Students attending from SAARC nations along with international non-SAARC students must pay more tuition than students did the previous year. The fee information for Indian candidates has been disclosed in specific categories together with this release.
The blog gives updated fee information to all JEE Advanced 2025 candidates through a simple explanation of payment methods and essential dates, together with eligibility standards and vital details.
JEE Advanced 2025 Fee Structure
The fee for JEE Advanced 2025 is different based on the candidate’s category and the exam centre location. The fee is lower for candidates from India and higher for those choosing foreign exam centres.
For Centres in India:
| Category | Fee (INR) |
| Female candidates (all categories) | ₹1,600 |
| SC, ST, and PwD candidates | ₹1,600 |
| General and OBC (NCL) candidates | ₹3,200 |
| OCI/PIO (issued before March 4, 2021) – Female | ₹1,600 |
| OCI/PIO (issued before March 4, 2021) – Male | ₹3,200 |
For Centres Outside India:
| Candidate Type | Fee (USD) |
| Indian Nationals/OCI/PIO (before 2021) | $150 |
| Foreign Nationals—SAARC Countries | $150 |
| Foreign Nationals—Non-SAARC Countries | $250 |
| OCI/PIO (issued on or after March 4, 2021) | Same as foreign nationals |
The Dubai exam centre has been discontinued this year. Only Kathmandu (Nepal) and Abu Dhabi (UAE) are available for foreign centres.
Fee Increase for Foreign Centres
There is a clear increase in the fee for candidates who are appearing from foreign exam centres. Compared to last year, the amount has been raised by $50.
- Indian candidates or OCI/PIO cardholders (issued before 2021) had to pay $100 earlier. Now they must pay $150.
- For SAARC country foreign nationals, the fee was $100, and now it’s $150.
- For non-SAARC country foreign nationals, the fee increased from $200 to $250.
This change is meant to cover higher operational costs at international centres. Students should take note of this while selecting their exam location.
How to Pay the JEE Advanced 2025 Fee?
Paying the fee for JEE Advanced 2025 is simple and fully online. Here’s how candidates can pay:
- Visit the official JEE Advanced website.
- Log in using your JEE Main roll number and other details.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and category details.
- Select your preferred exam centre and upload documents.
- Choose a payment method (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / UPI).
- Complete the payment.
- Save the receipt or take a printout for future use.
Candidates must complete the payment during the registration window. Late payments are not accepted under any circumstances.
JEE Advanced Important Dates
Below are the key dates for JEE Advanced 2025:
| Event | Date |
| Registration Start Date | April 23, 2025 |
| Last Date for Registration | May 2, 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | May 3, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | May 15, 2025 |
| Exam Date (Paper 1 and 2) | May 18, 2025 |
| Result Announcement | June 9, 2025 |
JEE Advanced Examination Centres
JEE Advanced 2025 will be conducted in 222 cities across India. Students can choose up to five preferred cities while filling the form. The final allotment depends on availability.
For candidates outside India, the two available exam cities are:
- Kathmandu (Nepal)
- Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
Please note: The Dubai centre has been removed this year.
Make sure you select your centre carefully, as changes cannot be made after submission.
JEE Advanced Eligibility Criteria
To appear in JEE Advanced 2025, candidates must meet the following eligibility rules:
- Top 2,50,000 rank holders in JEE Main 2025.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be born on or after October 1, 2000 (5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD).
- Attempts: Only 2 attempts are allowed in 2 consecutive years.
- Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Previous Admission: Should not have been admitted earlier to any IIT.
JEE Advanced 2025 Fees FAQs
Q1. What is the JEE Advanced 2025 fee for Indian students?
Indian female, SC, ST, and PwD students need to pay ₹1,600, while General and OBC candidates must pay ₹3,200 for the JEE Advanced 2025 registration.
Q2. How much is the foreign centre fee in JEE Advanced 2025?
Candidates appearing from foreign centres must pay $150 for SAARC countries and $250 for non-SAARC countries, which is higher than last year’s JEE Advanced registration fees.
Q3. Can I change my exam centre after registration?
No, once you complete and submit your registration form for JEE Advanced 2025, you cannot change your selected exam centre under any condition.
Q4. What is the last date to apply for JEE Advanced 2025?
The last date to apply and complete the fee payment for JEE Advanced 2025 is May 3, 2025, as announced by IIT Kanpur.
Q5. What are the age and attempt limits for JEE Advanced 2025?
You can attempt JEE Advanced two times in two years. You must be born on or after October 1, 2000. Reserved categories get five-year age relaxation.
