Google Gemini Feb 2026 Update: Import ChatGPT History & Free JEE Tests

If you have been using ChatGPT but wanted to try Google Gemini, you likely faced one big problem: losing all your old chats. That is about to change. In a major update this February 2026, Google is testing a new feature that lets users bring their entire chat history from other AI apps directly into Gemini.

But that’s not all. For millions of students in India, Google Gemini has launched a special feature to help prepare for the JEE Main exams for free.

Here is everything you need to know about these new updates and how they impact users in India.

The Game-Changer: Import Chats from ChatGPT

For a long time, users felt “locked in” to one AI platform. If you spent months training ChatGPT or Claude with your project details, switching to Google Gemini meant starting from scratch.

According to new reports from TestingCatalog and other tech sources, Google is actively testing a feature called “Import AI Chats.”

How It Works

This feature is designed to be simple.

• Users can export their data from rival platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Anthropic’s Claude, or xAI’s Grok.
• Inside Gemini, there will be an option in the settings or attachment menu to upload this file.
• Gemini will then “read” your past conversations. This means it will remember your project history, your preferences, and the context of your previous work.

Why this matters: It removes the biggest barrier to entry. You can now test Gemini’s advanced features (like its integration with Google Docs and Gmail) without losing the “memory” of your old AI assistant.

Big News for Indian Students: Free JEE Main Practice Tests

While the chat import feature is great for professionals, Google has also rolled out something massive for students. In late January 2026, Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced that Indian students can now take full-length JEE Main mock tests directly on Gemini.

Key Features for Students:

• High-Quality Content: The questions are not random. Google has partnered with trusted Indian education providers like PhysicsWallah and Careers360 to ensure the questions are accurate and relevant to the actual exam pattern.
• Instant Analysis: After finishing a test, Gemini doesn’t just give you a score. It acts like a personal tutor. It analyzes your weak areas and explains the solutions step-by-step.
• Completely Free: Unlike expensive coaching test series, this feature is available to anyone with a Google account.

How to Use It

1. Open the Google Gemini app or website.
2. simply type a prompt like: “I want to take a JEE Main mock test.”
3. Select the subject or full test option and start practicing.

Chrome Gets a Productivity Boost

Updates are also rolling out for the Google Chrome browser. A new Gemini Side Panel is being introduced.

Previously, using AI meant switching tabs back and forth. Now, you can keep Gemini open in a side panel while you browse other websites. This is perfect for:

• Summarizing long articles while you read them.
• Asking questions about a product you are viewing on a shopping site.
• Creating content without leaving your current workflow.

There are also reports of new image editing tools (codenamed “Nano Banana”) coming to this side panel, allowing users to edit images quickly using AI commands.

Why is Google Doing This?

The AI race is heating up in 2026.

1. Beating Competition: By allowing users to import chats, Google is aggressively targeting ChatGPT users. They are saying, “Come to us, and bring your data with you.”
2. Focus on India: India is one of the biggest markets for AI usage, especially in education and coding. By offering localized tools like JEE prep, Google is ensuring it remains the top choice for the next generation of Indian users.

What Happens Next?

• Release Date: The “Import Chats” feature is currently in beta testing. It is expected to roll out to all users in the coming weeks.
• More Exams: If the JEE Main feature is successful, experts predict Google will add support for NEET and other competitive exams soon.

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