JEE Main 2027 notification has been released by NTA on October 21, 2026, officially opening the registration window for India’s largest engineering entrance examination.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the official JEE Main 2027 notification, marking the start of applications for Session 1. Students targeting NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions must register before the deadline. The exam will be held in two sessions — Session 1 in January–February 2027 and Session 2 in April 2027.

  • Notification Released: October 21, 2026
  • Session 1 Exam: January–February 2027 (based on previous-year trends)
  • Session 2 Exam: April 2027 (based on previous-year trends)
  • Application Portal: jeemain.nta.ac.in
  • Eligibility: Class 12 pass or appearing with PCM; 75% aggregate for NITs/IIITs (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
  • Total Marks: 300 (100 each for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics)
  • Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Direct Link to JEE Main 2027 Official Notification (OUT)

JEE Main 2027 Highlights

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

Parameter Details
Conducting Body National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) 2027
Notification Date October 21, 2026
Session 1 Exam Dates January–February 2027 (expected)
Session 2 Exam Dates April 2027 (expected)
Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration 3 hours (3 hours 20 minutes for PwD students)
Total Marks (Paper 1) 300
Subjects (Paper 1) Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Papers Offered Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning)
Official Website jeemain.nta.ac.in

JEE Main 2027 Important Dates

JEE Main 2027 notification was officially released on October 21, 2026. The complete schedule will be confirmed by NTA. The dates below are based on JEE Main 2026 trends:

Event Session 1 (Expected) Session 2 (Expected)
Application Start Date October 2026 February 2027
Application Last Date November 2026 March 2027
Fee Payment Last Date November 2026 March 2027
Admit Card Release January 2027 April 2027
Exam Dates January–February 2027 April 2027
Answer Key Release February 2027 April 2027
Result Declaration February 2027 April–May 2027

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.

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:

Subject Section A (MCQs — All Attempt) Section B (Integer — Attempt 5 of 10) Max Marks
Physics 20 Questions (80 marks) 10 Questions (attempt 5; 20 marks) 100
Chemistry 20 Questions (80 marks) 10 Questions (attempt 5; 20 marks) 100
Mathematics 20 Questions (80 marks) 10 Questions (attempt 5; 20 marks) 100
Total 60 Questions 30 Questions (attempt 15) 300

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).


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:

Category Paper 1 or Paper 2A/2B Only Paper 1 and Paper 2A or 2B All Three Papers
General/OBC-NCL (Male) ₹1,000 ₹1,900 ₹2,800
General/OBC-NCL (Female) ₹800 ₹1,600 ₹2,400
SC/ST/PwD/Transgender ₹500 ₹1,000 ₹1,500
General/OBC-NCL Male (Outside India) ₹5,000 ₹9,000 ₹13,000
General/OBC-NCL Female (Outside India) ₹4,000 ₹7,500 ₹11,000

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.

JEE Main 2027 Notification FAQs

Ques. When was JEE Main 2027 notification released?

Ans. The JEE Main 2027 notification was released by NTA on October 21, 2026. Students can download the official information bulletin from jeemain.nta.ac.in.

Ques. What is the eligibility for JEE Main 2027?

Ans. You must have passed or be appearing in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. For admission to NITs and IIITs, a minimum 75% aggregate in Class 12 is required (65% for SC/ST/PwD students). There is no age limit for JEE Main.

Ques. What are the expected JEE Main 2027 exam dates?

Ans. Based on previous-year trends, JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is expected in January–February 2027 and Session 2 in April 2027. NTA will announce official dates in the notification at jeemain.nta.ac.in.

Ques. How many times can I appear for JEE Main 2027?

Ans. You can appear for JEE Main a maximum of 6 times — 2 sessions per year for 3 consecutive years. Students who first appeared in Class 12 in 2025 are still eligible for JEE Main 2027.

Ques. What is the total marks for JEE Main 2027 Paper 1?

Ans. JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) is for a total of 300 marks — 100 marks each for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

Ques. Where do I apply for JEE Main 2027?

Ans. Applications for JEE Main 2027 must be submitted online at jeemain.nta.ac.in. The process involves new registration, form filling, document upload, exam city selection, and fee payment.