Has JEE Main 2027 Registration Started? Session 1 Last Date Is November 22; Exam Dates, Fees, Eligibility and How to Apply
Yes, JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration is open until 22 November 2026, with exams from 20 January 2027. Dates, fees, eligibility and steps to apply.
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Yes. JEE Main 2027 registration for Session 1 opened on 24 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 22 November 2026. Session 1 exams will be held on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027, and Session 2 in April 2027. Applications are made only on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, run by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
If you are in Class 12 this year, or passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, here is everything you need to apply on time.
In this guide
JEE Main 2027 important dates
| Event | Session 1 (January) | Session 2 (April) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | 24 October to 22 November 2026 | 5 January to 3 February 2027 |
| Late fee window | 23 to 26 November 2026 | 4 to 7 February 2027 |
| Correction window | 27 to 29 November 2026 | 8 to 10 February 2027 |
| City intimation slip | 31 December 2026 | 12 March 2027 |
| Admit card | 13 January 2027 | 25 March 2027 |
| Exam dates | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 | 2 to 7 April 2027 |
Deadlines generally close at 11.50 pm on the last day. NTA sometimes revises dates, so check the official notices regularly.
Who is eligible for JEE Main 2027?
- Candidates who passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam in 2025 or 2026, or who are appearing in 2027.
- There is no age limit for JEE Main.
- Admission to NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded institutes through JoSAA has an additional board marks requirement, the “75% rule”, which does not stop you from writing the exam. Read our explainer on the JEE 75% rule.
What is the JEE Main 2027 application fee?
NTA’s fees for the previous cycle, for one paper with an exam centre in India, were:
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,000 | Rs 800 |
| General-EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs 900 | Rs 800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs 500 | Rs 500 |
Check the 2027 information bulletin for the final fee for your category and for both papers if you are applying for B.Arch or B.Planning as well.
How to apply for JEE Main 2027, step by step
- Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and open the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration link.
- Register with your mobile number and email, and complete identity verification as instructed by NTA. Keep your Aadhaar details ready, since recent cycles have used Aadhaar-based and DigiLocker verification.
- Fill in personal details, Class 10 and Class 12 information, paper choice (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch or B.Planning) and four preferred exam cities.
- Upload your recent photograph and signature in the format and size specified.
- Pay the fee online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Download and save the confirmation page.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using a fake or unofficial website. Apply only on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Creating more than one application. NTA has warned against multiple applications; it can lead to cancellation.
- Mismatched names. Your name should match exactly with your Class 10 certificate and ID.
- Leaving it to the last day. The website slows down near deadlines. Aim to finish a week early.
- Ignoring the correction window. Check your form carefully in late November and fix errors then; some fields cannot be changed later.
Should you write both sessions?
Yes, if you can. NTA uses your best score from the two sessions for the rank list, so the January attempt is a free practice run with real stakes. A sensible plan is to treat January as your first full attempt and April as your improvement attempt.
For other exam news, see our Education section. Exam-day rules, including what to wear, are explained in our guide to the JEE Main dress code.
Frequently asked questions
Is JEE registration started for 2027?
Yes. JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration opened on 24 October 2026 on jeemain.nta.nic.in, and the last date to apply is 22 November 2026, with a late fee window until 26 November.
When is the JEE Main 2027 exam?
Session 1 is scheduled for 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027, and Session 2 for 2 to 7 April 2027.
What is the age limit for JEE Main 2027?
There is no age limit. Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing in 2027, are eligible.
Can I apply for both JEE Main sessions?
Yes. You can apply for both sessions, and NTA considers your better score for the final ranking.
