JEE Main 2027 Notification Released: Dates, Eligibility, Apply

The official JEE Main 2027 notification and registration form for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 has not been released by the National Test Agency and its expected to be open in late October 2026. 

NTA has only released the JEE Main 2027 exam calendar, mentioning that the JEE Main 2027 exam is going to be conducted on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30, 2027 (January 31 is set as a buffer date).

• Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing for the Class 12 examination in 2027, can apply for JEE Main 2027, subject to the official eligibility criteria.
• Candidates should keep all documents required for JEE Main 2027 registration ready to avoid last-minute issues while filling out the application form.
• There is no general upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main under the existing eligibility rules.
• Based on the JEE Main 2026 fee structure, the application fee for one paper was ₹1,000 for General category male candidates, ₹800 for General and OBC-NCL female candidates, and ₹500 for SC, ST, PwD/PwBD and transgender candidates. NTA has not yet confirmed the JEE Main 2027 application fee.

Candidates preparing for admission to B.E./B.Tech., B.Arch. and B.Planning programmes should check the official JEE Main website for the application form, information bulletin, fee details and eligibility requirements.

Related Links:

• JEE Main Notification 2027: Expected October–November 2026, Registration Date and Eligibility
• JEE Main Application Form 2027: Registration Expected October 2026, Eligibility and How to Apply

What is the latest update on the JEE Main 2027 notification?

Here is a quick overview of JEE Main 2027 as per the released notification:

Check: JEE Main Exam Dates 2027: Session 1 and Session 2 Schedule

JEE Main 2027 Notification Release Date: Expected

As of October 23, 2026, the official release date for the detailed JEE Main 2027 notification has not been announced by NTA. The notification is expected in the last week of October 2026, but this is not confirmed.

NTA will publish exact dates on jeemain.nta.ac.in. Students should bookmark the official website and check it regularly for schedule updates.

JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria

You must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics to apply for JEE Main 2027. There is no age limit. The key eligibility conditions are:

Qualifying Examination:

• Passed Class 12 or equivalent in 2025 or 2026, or appearing in 2027.
• Must have Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Technical Vocational as the third subject.
• Must have at least 5 subjects in the qualifying examination.

Minimum Marks for NIT/IIIT/CFTI Admission:

• General/OBC-NCL/EWS students: Minimum 75% aggregate in Class 12
• SC/ST/PwD students: Minimum 65% aggregate in Class 12
• This percentage criterion applies for admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs — not for appearing in JEE Main.

Number of Attempts:

• Maximum 6 attempts across 3 consecutive years, with 2 sessions per year.
• Students who first appeared in Class 12 in 2025 or 2026 remain eligible for JEE Main 2027.

Check: JEE Main Eligibility Criteria 2027: Age Limit, 75% Criteria, Attempts, Qualification & Subjects

Class 12 Marks Required for NIT, IIIT and CFTI Admission

The qualifying marks for appearing in JEE Main are different from the Class 12 criteria used for admission to NITs, IIITs and other participating centrally funded technical institutions.

How Many Attempts Are Allowed for JEE Main 2027?

Candidates can generally appear for JEE Main in the year they take their Class 12 examination and the following two consecutive years. Since the exam is conducted in two sessions each year, eligible candidates may have opportunities across multiple sessions within that three-year period. The precise eligibility window should be checked in the 2027 information bulletin.

JEE Main 2027 Registration Date: When Will the Application Form Be Released?

Candidates should monitor the official portal for the application link and avoid submitting personal information or making payments through unofficial websites.

Related reading: JEE Main 2027 Registration Date and Application Process

How to Apply for JEE Main 2027

JEE Main 2027 applications must be submitted online at jeemain.nta.ac.in before the last date. Follow these steps to complete your registration without errors:

1. Visit the official website: Go to jeemain.nta.ac.in and click on the JEE Main 2027 application link.
2. Complete new registration: Click "New Registration" and enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID to generate your login credentials.
3. Fill the application form: Log in using your Application Number and password. Enter personal, academic, and contact details carefully.
4. Upload required documents: Upload a scanned photograph (10–200 KB, JPEG/JPG) and signature (4–30 KB, JPEG/JPG) in the prescribed format. Keep copies of your Class 10 and 12 certificates ready.
5. Select exam cities: Choose up to 4 preferred exam cities for your session.
6. Pay the application fee: Pay online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. Download the payment receipt immediately.
7. Submit and download confirmation: After payment, submit the form and save the confirmation page for your records.

NTA provides a one-time correction window after the application period closes. You can edit specific fields such as category, exam city, and language medium during this window. No changes are allowed to the photograph, signature, or name after submission.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) consists of 90 questions for 300 marks, with 75 to be attempted. Each subject is divided into two sections — MCQs and Integer-type questions:

Marking Scheme: Section A MCQs carry +4 for correct and −1 for incorrect answers. Section B Integer-type questions carry +4 for correct and 0 for incorrect answers (no negative marking in Section B).

Check: JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern: 75 Questions, 300 Marks, Marking Scheme and Paper Structure

JEE Main 2027 Application Fee

JEE Main 2027 application fee differs by category, gender, and exam center location. Based on the JEE Main 2026 fee structure, the expected fee is:

The fee structure above is based on JEE Main 2026 trends and is expected to remain similar for 2027. Official fee details will be confirmed in the NTA information bulletin available at jeemain.nta.ac.in.