NTA has released the JEE Main 2027 notification on October 13, 2026, officially announcing exam dates for Session 1 in January–February 2027 and opening the registration window.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the JEE Main 2027 official notification on its portal. Students appearing in Class 12 in 2027 or those who passed in 2025 or 2026 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are eligible to apply. The notification covers exam dates for both sessions, the eligibility conditions, application steps, fee structure, and exam pattern. Read on for all key details you need before filling the form.
- JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is scheduled for January–February 2027; Session 2 is expected in April 2027.
- The application form for Session 1 is expected to open in November 2026 on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Eligibility: Class 12 pass or appearing in 2027 with PCM; no upper age limit applies.
- For admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, you need 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or top 20 percentile in your board.
- Application fee ranges from Rs. 500 to Rs. 1,000 per paper depending on category.
- JEE Main Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) is for a total of 300 marks across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
| Direct Link to JEE Main 2027 Official Notification (OUT) |
JEE Main 2027 Important Dates
The JEE Main 2027 notification has outlined the exam schedule for both sessions. Session 1 is the earlier attempt and is preferred by students who want more time to improve their score in Session 2. Plan your preparation around the key deadlines below.
| Event | Session 1 | Session 2 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification | October 13, 2026 | February 2027 |
| Application Form Opens | November 2026 | February 2027 |
| Last Date to Apply | December 2026 | March 2027 |
| Application Correction Window | December 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 |
Session 2 dates above are based on JEE Main 2026 trends and will be confirmed in a separate notification. Your best score across both sessions is considered for the final merit list.
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria
NTA has defined clear eligibility conditions in the JEE Main 2027 notification. Check each condition before starting your application — applying without meeting these can result in cancellation of your form at any stage.
| Parameter | Eligibility Condition |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination | Class 12 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects |
| Year of Passing | Passed in 2025 or 2026, or appearing in the 2027 board exams |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit |
| Maximum Attempts | Up to 6 attempts across 3 consecutive years from the first attempt year |
| Minimum Marks for NIT/IIIT/GFTI Admission | 75% aggregate in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST students) or top 20 percentile in their respective board |
| Subjects Required | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; some programmes also require a language and an elective |
Students who passed Class 12 before 2025 are not eligible for JEE Main 2027. The three-year consecutive window means students who first appeared in JEE Main in 2025 are in their third and final eligible year in 2027.
How to Apply for JEE Main 2027
The JEE Main 2027 application process is fully online and takes place on the NTA portal. Follow these steps in order to submit a complete, error-free form before the deadline.
- Visit the official portal — go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and click on the JEE Main 2027 registration link.
- New registration — enter your name, date of birth, valid email ID, and mobile number. You will receive login credentials by SMS and email.
- Fill the application form — enter personal details, Class 10 and 12 information, board name, and up to four exam city preferences.
- Choose your paper(s) — select Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech, Paper 2A for B.Arch, Paper 2B for B.Planning, or a combination. Each paper attracts a separate fee.
- Upload documents — a recent colour photograph (10–200 KB, JPEG/JPG) against a white background, your signature (4–30 KB, JPEG/JPG), and your Class 10 pass certificate for date of birth verification.
- Pay the application fee — use credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking. Save the payment receipt.
- Submit and print — review all details, submit the form, and download the confirmation page. Keep it safe until the admit card is issued.
After submission, a correction window opens for a few days. You can fix details such as exam city, category, and paper choice during this period. Name and date of birth cannot be corrected once submitted, so double-check these before paying.
JEE Main 2027 Application Fee
The fee depends on your category and the number of papers you choose. The amounts below are based on the JEE Main 2026 fee structure — the official 2027 fee will be confirmed in the notification details on the NTA portal.
| Category | One Paper (Expected) | Two Papers (Expected) | All Three Papers (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS (Boys) | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 3,000 |
| OBC-NCL (Boys) | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 3,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Transgender | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,500 |
| Girls (All Categories) | Rs. 800 | Rs. 1,600 | Rs. 2,400 |
The application fee is non-refundable once payment is successful. Students applying for both Session 1 and Session 2 pay the fee separately for each session.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern
The JEE Main 2027 exam pattern for Paper 1 follows the format used since 2021. Knowing the structure helps you plan how many questions to attempt in each section and manage time during the test.
| Detail | Paper 1 — B.E./B.Tech |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 3 hours (3 hours 20 minutes for PwD students with 40% or more disability) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Total Questions (per subject) | 30 — Section A: 20 MCQs, Section B: 10 Numerical Value (attempt any 5) |
| Total Questions to Attempt | 75 (out of 90) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Marking — MCQ Correct | +4 marks |
| Marking — MCQ Incorrect | –1 mark |
| Marking — Numerical Correct | +4 marks |
| Marking — Numerical Incorrect / Unattempted | 0 marks (no negative marking) |
| Language Options | English, Hindi, and 11 regional languages including Gujarati, Marathi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, Odia, Urdu, and Assamese |
For Paper 2A (B.Arch), the drawing section is conducted in pen-and-paper mode even though the rest of the test is CBT. Paper 2B (B.Planning) is fully CBT. Students applying for Architecture programmes must carry drawing instruments to the exam centre.
JEE Main 2027 Notification FAQs
Ques. When was the JEE Main 2027 notification released?
Ans. NTA released the JEE Main 2027 official notification on October 13, 2026. The application form for Session 1 is expected to open in November 2026 on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for JEE Main 2027?
Ans. Students who passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in 2025 or 2026, or those appearing in the 2027 board exams, are eligible. There is no upper age limit for JEE Main 2027.
Ques. What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?
Ans. The last date to apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is expected in December 2026. Check the official NTA portal for the confirmed deadline once announced.
Ques. Can a student who passed Class 12 in 2024 apply for JEE Main 2027?
Ans. No. Students who passed Class 12 before 2025 are not eligible for JEE Main 2027. JEE Main permits attempts only within 3 consecutive years from the first attempt year, and students from the 2024 pass batch exhaust eligibility by 2026.
Ques. How many times can a student appear in JEE Main 2027?
Ans. JEE Main is conducted twice a year. Eligible students can appear in both Session 1 (January–February) and Session 2 (April) in 2027. The overall cap is 6 attempts across 3 consecutive years from the year of first attempt.
Ques. Is there any relaxation in minimum Class 12 marks for NIT admission?
Ans. Yes. SC and ST students need a minimum of 65% in Class 12 (instead of 75% for General/OBC) to be eligible for admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs through JEE Main 2027. Alternatively, students in the top 20 percentile of their respective board also qualify regardless of absolute percentage.
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