JEE Main 2027 Registration Begins: Apply by November 22, Check January Exam Dates
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the application process for JEE Main 2027 Session 1. Students planning to appear for the January 2027 entrance examination can submit their forms through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The registration window opened on 24 October 2026, and the last date to apply without a late fee is 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM. Candidates who miss the regular deadline can still apply from 23 to 26 November by paying an additional late fee of ₹500.
The first session of JEE Main 2027 is scheduled for 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027. The examination is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture and planning programmes at participating institutions across India.
NTA has also issued a clarification allowing candidates to submit a fresh application if they have made mistakes in an earlier form. This facility comes with specific conditions, including a new application number and another fee payment.
Here is a complete guide to JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration, including important dates, eligibility, application fees, exam pattern, required documents and the online application process.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 |
| Conducting authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Session | Session 1 (January 2027) |
| Courses | B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch and B.Planning |
| Application start date | 24 October 2026 |
| Last date without late fee | 22 November 2026 |
| Late application dates | 23–26 November 2026 |
| Correction window | 27–29 November 2026 |
| Examination dates | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 |
| Examination mode | CBT, except B.Arch Drawing Test |
| Application mode | Online |
| Official website | https://jeemain.nta.nic.in |
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the following deadlines to avoid missing any stage of the application process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration begins | 24 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply without late fee | 22 November 2026 |
| Last date for regular fee payment | 22 November 2026 |
| Registration with late fee | 23–26 November 2026 |
| Last date for late fee payment | 26 November 2026 |
| Application correction window | 27–29 November 2026 |
| Examination city intimation slip | 30 December 2026 |
| Admit card release | 13 January 2027 |
| Session 1 examination | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 |
All application deadlines are up to 11:50 PM on the respective closing dates.
Important: The late application window is not a free extension. Candidates must pay an additional ₹500 over the applicable examination fee. Bank processing charges and GST, wherever applicable, are also extra.
NTA has scheduled the city intimation slip for 30 December 2026 and the admit card for 13 January 2027. Candidates should check the official website for any subsequent changes.
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Before completing the application form, candidates should check whether they meet NTA’s eligibility requirements.
1. Age Limit
There is no upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main 2027. Candidates can apply irrespective of their age, provided they meet the qualifying examination conditions.
However, individual institutions may have separate age-related admission requirements.
2. Class 12 Passing Year
Candidates must meet one of the following conditions:
- Passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination in 2025.
- Passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination in 2026.
- Appearing in Class 12 or an equivalent examination in 2027.
Candidates who passed their qualifying examination in 2024 or earlier are not eligible for JEE Main 2027.
The first year in which a candidate passed Class 12 is considered the qualifying passing year. Improvement examinations do not change the original passing year.
3. Qualifying Examination
NTA accepts Class 12 and equivalent qualifications from recognised boards and institutions. These include CBSE, CISCE, recognised state boards, NIOS (subject to its conditions), and other recognised equivalent examinations.
A three-year diploma recognised by AICTE or a State Board of Technical Education is also included in the qualifying examination list.
4. Subject Requirements for Admission
Candidates should understand the difference between eligibility to appear in JEE Main and eligibility for admission to a particular course.
NTA’s examination eligibility is based on the qualifying examination and passing year. However, institutions may prescribe specific subject combinations for B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch and B.Planning admissions.
Therefore, candidates should check the admission requirements of their preferred institutions separately rather than assuming that qualifying for JEE Main automatically guarantees admission.
JEE Main 2027 Application Fee
The examination fee depends on the candidate’s category, gender, examination centre location and the number of papers selected.
Fee for One Paper
| Category | Male (India) | Female (India) | Male (Outside India) | Female (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| Third Gender | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
Fee for Multiple Papers
Candidates selecting more than one paper should refer to the following fee structure.
| Category | Male (India) | Female (India) | Male (Outside India) | Female (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| Third Gender | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
The multiple-paper fee applies to the combinations specified by NTA, including Paper 1 with Paper 2A, Paper 1 with Paper 2B, and the relevant three-paper combination.
An additional late fee of ₹500 applies to all candidates submitting their applications during the late registration window, regardless of category.
Payment methods: Candidates can pay through:
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Applicable bank processing charges and GST may be added to the examination fee.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern
NTA conducts three papers under JEE Main:
- Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech
- Paper 2A: B.Arch
- Paper 2B: B.Planning
The examination structure differs depending on the course selected.
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech
Paper 1 is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. It covers Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
| Subject | Section A (MCQs) | Section B (Numerical) | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 100 |
| Total | 60 | 15 | 300 |
There are 75 questions in total, and all 75 are part of the examination pattern. The older optional-question format should not be confused with the 2027 pattern.
Marking scheme:
- Correct answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect answer: -1 mark
- Unanswered question: 0 marks
The examination duration is three hours.
Paper 2A: B.Arch
Paper 2A is designed for candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Architecture programmes.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 100 |
| Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 |
| Drawing Test | 2 | 100 |
| Total | 77 | 400 |
Mathematics and Aptitude are conducted in CBT mode. The Drawing Test is conducted offline on an A4 drawing sheet.
The examination duration is three hours.
Paper 2B: B.Planning
Paper 2B is intended for candidates interested in Bachelor of Planning programmes.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 100 |
| Aptitude Test | 50 | 200 |
| Planning-Based Questions | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 400 |
All three sections are conducted in computer-based mode.
The examination duration is three hours.
Candidates appearing for both Paper 2A and Paper 2B together will receive an examination duration of three hours and 30 minutes.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Languages
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in 13 languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Assamese
- Bengali
- Gujarati
- Kannada
- Malayalam
- Marathi
- Odia
- Punjabi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Urdu
Candidates appearing at examination centres in Odisha can select English and Odia as their question-paper medium.
The language option should be selected carefully during registration because it cannot be changed after the correction window closes.
NTA Fresh Application Notice: What Candidates Should Know
On 30 October 2026, NTA issued a public notice allowing candidates to submit a completely fresh application for JEE Main 2027 Session 1, even if they had already generated an application number or paid the examination fee.
This facility is intended for candidates who made mistakes in their earlier applications.
The following conditions apply:
1. A new application number will be generated
Every fresh application will receive a new application number. Candidates must enter their details and upload their photograph, signature and applicable documents again.
2. Earlier application fee will not be adjusted
The fee paid for the previous application will neither be refunded nor adjusted against the fresh application.
3. Only the latest successfully completed application will be valid
The last application for which the examination fee has been successfully paid and a Confirmation Page generated will be considered valid.
If a candidate submits another form but does not complete payment or generate the Confirmation Page, the earlier successfully completed application will remain valid.
4. Fresh application deadlines
Candidates can submit a fresh application:
- Without late fee: By 22 November 2026, 11:50 PM.
- With late fee: From 23 to 26 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
5. Multiple application numbers cannot be used to appear more than once
NTA has clarified that merely holding more than one application number is not considered Unfair Means (UFM). However, appearing or attempting to appear in the same session using multiple application numbers will be treated as UFM.
Candidates who only need to change permitted details should use the correction window instead of submitting another application.
Documents Required for JEE Main 2027 Registration
Keep the following information and documents ready before starting the application:
- Active mobile number and email address.
- Class 10 certificate or marksheet.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Live photograph captured during registration.
- Scanned signature.
- Category certificate, where applicable.
- PwD/PwBD or UDID certificate, where applicable.
- Non-Indian passport for foreign nationals, including OCI candidates, where applicable.
- Academic details and examination city preferences.
Photograph and Document Specifications
NTA has prescribed specific upload requirements.
| Document | Format and Size |
|---|---|
| Scanned photograph | JPG/JPEG, 10–200 KB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG, 10–100 KB |
| Class 10 certificate/marksheet | PDF, 50–300 KB |
| Disability/UDID certificate | PDF, 50–300 KB, where applicable |
| Other applicable certificates | As specified in the Information Bulletin |
Candidates must also capture a live photograph during registration. The photograph should have a white background, good lighting and approximately 80% face visibility, including the ears, without a mask.
Always follow the upload instructions displayed on the official application portal.
How to Apply Online for JEE Main 2027 Session 1
Candidates can complete their registration through the official NTA JEE Main portal.
1: Visit https://jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2: Open the Online Application Form for JEE Main 2027 Session 1.
3: Complete registration through the MeriPehchaan National Single Sign-On (NSSO) platform.
4: Enter the required personal and contact information. After successful registration, an application number will be generated. Create and save your password.
5: Log in using your application number and password to complete the remaining application details.
6: Select the examination paper (Paper 1, Paper 2A, Paper 2B or an applicable combination).Step 7: Enter your educational qualifications and select your preferred examination cities and question-paper language.
8: Upload your live photograph, scanned photograph, signature and other applicable documents in the prescribed format.
9: Pay the examination fee using an available online payment method.
10: Submit the application and download the Confirmation Page for future reference.
The application process is considered successfully completed only after the prescribed fee has been successfully paid and the Confirmation Page has been generated.
Important payment advice: If the payment appears successful but the Confirmation Page is not generated, first check the payment status with the bank or payment gateway. If the bank confirms successful payment, contact NTA for assistance rather than immediately making another payment.
JEE Main 2027 Session 2: Can Session 1 Candidates Apply Again?
Yes. Candidates who register for Session 1 can separately apply for Session 2 (April 2027).
According to the NTA Information Bulletin, the Session 2 application window is scheduled as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Session 2 registration begins | 5 January 2027 |
| Last date without late fee | 3 February 2027 |
| Late application window | 4–7 February 2027 |
| Correction window | 8–10 February 2027 |
| Examination city intimation slip | 12 March 2027 |
| Admit card release | 25 March 2027 |
| Session 2 examination | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 April 2027 |
Candidates who have already applied for Session 1 can use the same application number to apply for Session 2 and pay the applicable examination fee.
Candidates who appear in both sessions will have their better total NTA score considered for preparation of the final merit list and ranking. Appearing in both sessions is not compulsory.
What Happens After JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration?
After completing registration, candidates should follow these stages:
- Application correction: Check the application details during the 27–29 November window and correct permitted fields.
- City intimation slip: Check the examination city information scheduled for 30 December 2026.
- Admit card: Download the admit card from the official website from 13 January 2027, as scheduled by NTA.
- Examination: Appear at the allotted centre on the date and shift mentioned on the admit card.
- Answer key and result: Follow NTA announcements for recorded responses, answer keys, challenges and scorecards.
Remember that the city intimation slip is not an admit card. Candidates must download their admit cards separately.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration?
The last date to apply without a late fee is 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM. Candidates can apply with an additional ₹500 late fee from 23 to 26 November 2026.
2. When will JEE Main 2027 Session 1 be conducted?
The examination is scheduled for 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.
3. Is there an age limit for JEE Main 2027?
No. NTA has not prescribed an upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main 2027. However, individual institutions may have separate admission conditions.
4. Who is eligible for JEE Main 2027?
Candidates who passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing in 2027, can apply, subject to the other applicable conditions.
5. Can candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 apply?
No. Candidates who passed their qualifying examination in 2024 or earlier are not eligible for JEE Main 2027.
6. What is the application fee for JEE Main 2027?
For one paper at Indian centres, the fee is ₹1,000 for General male candidates, ₹800 for General female candidates, ₹900 for Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL male candidates, ₹800 for Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL female candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD/PwBD and Third Gender candidates.
7. Can I apply for both JEE Main 2027 sessions?
Yes. Candidates can apply separately for Session 1 and Session 2. The better total NTA score will be considered if they appear in both sessions.
8. Can I submit a fresh application after making a mistake?
Yes. NTA’s 30 October 2026 notice allows candidates to submit a fresh application. A new application number and another fee payment are required. The earlier fee will not be refunded or adjusted.
9. Is Odia available as a JEE Main 2027 examination language?
Yes. Candidates appearing at examination centres in Odisha can select English and Odia as their question-paper medium.
10. When will the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 admit card be released?
According to the NTA Information Bulletin, the admit card is scheduled for release on 13 January 2027.
Official Links for JEE Main 2027
Candidates should use the following official resources for registration and the latest examination updates.
- JEE Main Official Website (https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/)
- JEE Main 2027 Online Application (https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/online-application-form-for-jee-main-2027-session-1/)
- JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin (https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f8e59f4b2fe7c5705bf878bbd494ccdf/uploads/2026/10/202610241890224107.pdf)
- NTA Fresh Application Notice – 30 October 2026 (https://cdnbbsr.s3waas.gov.in/s3f8e59f4b2fe7c5705bf878bbd494ccdf/uploads/2026/10/202610302102025182.pdf)
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