NTA will conduct JEE Main 2027 in two sessions, with the first expected in January 2027 and the second in April 2027.
| Direct link to JEE Main 2027 Official Notification (Soon) |
- The official JEE Main 2027 notification has not been released yet and is expected in the last week of October 2026 along with the information bulletin.
- The JEE Main syllabus will be released along with the official notification and is expected to remain the same as 2026.
- The JEE Main 2027 registrations are expected to begin in October and will close in the last week of November.
- If you are targeting NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, or JEE Advanced, this is the right time to start your preparation.
- Candidates should try to cover their syllabus till the end of November, and after that they should focus on mock tests and solving PYQs.
In JEE Main 2026 session 1, around 13,04,65 candidates appeared in the B.E. / B. Tech. paper out of the 13,55,293 registered candidates.
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Latest Updates:
- 28 July 2026: NTA has not issued any public notice for JEE Main 2027 so far. The information bulletin is expected in late October 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- No pattern change announced. JEE Main 2027 is expected to keep the 75-question, 300-mark Paper 1 format with all questions compulsory.
- JEE Main 2026 closed with record numbers. A total of 16,04,854 students registered and 15,38,468 appeared across both sessions, the highest ever for Paper 1.
- Cutoff went up again. The General qualifying percentile rose to 93.4123549 in 2026 from 93.1023262 in 2025.
- Seat pool expanded. JoSAA 2026 offered 67,323 seats across 138 institutes, which is 4,470 more seats than 2025.
JEE Main 2027: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2027 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National-level undergraduate entrance exam |
| Sessions | 2 (January 2027 and April 2027, expected) |
| Notification Date | Last week of October 2026 (expected) |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test, except Drawing section of Paper 2A |
| Papers | Paper 1 (BE/BTech), Paper 2A (BArch), Paper 2B (BPlanning) |
| Total Questions in Paper 1 | 75 questions, all compulsory |
| Total Marks in Paper 1 | 300 marks |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted |
| Exam Duration | 3 hours (3 hours 30 minutes for Paper 2A and 2B together) |
| Medium | 13 languages |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
What is JEE Main 2027?
JEE Main 2027 is the single largest national-level engineering entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to BE, BTech, BArch and BPlanning courses.
The JEE Main score gets you admission to NITs, IIITs and GFTIs, and it also works as the screening exam for JEE Advanced.
- Best of two: If you appear in both sessions, NTA takes your better NTA score for the final rank.
- JEE Advanced: The top 2.5 lakh students in the Common Rank List qualify for JEE Advanced.
- Seat Availability: JoSAA 2026 had 67,323 seats across 138 institutes, and NITs alone offered 25,162 seats
Candidates should understand that clearing the JEE Main cutoff only makes you eligible for JEE Advanced, as the JEE Main Admission cutoff is much higher.
Also Check: JEE Main vs JEE Advanced
JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates
The JEE Main 2027 exam dates will be announced along with the information bulletin on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. NTA has followed a stable calendar from October to April for the last three cycles.
Given below are the expected dates for both JEE Main 2027 sessions based on the previous years' trends:
JEE Main 2027 Expected Dates
| Event | Session 1 (Expected) | Session 2 (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Notification and information bulletin | Last week of October 2026 | Late January 2027 |
| Registration starts | Last week of October 2026 | First week of February 2027 |
| Last date to apply | Last week of November 2026 | Last week of February 2027 |
| Correction window | Early December 2026 | Early March 2027 |
| City intimation slip | First week of January 2027 | Third week of March 2027 |
| Admit card release | Two to three days before exam | Two to three days before exam |
| Exam dates | Last week of January 2027 | First week of April 2027 |
| Provisional answer key | First week of February 2027 | Second week of April 2027 |
| Result declaration | Second week of February 2027 | Third week of April 2027 |
JEE Main 2026 Actual Dates for Reference
In the JEE Main 2026 cycle, Session 1 was held on 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2026, and Session 2 was held from 2 to 8 April 2026.
- Session 1 registration: Started 31 October 2025
- Session 2 registration: 1 February to 25 February 2026, reopened on 12 and 13 March 2026
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
You can track the full year-wise calendar on the JEE Main exam dates page as soon as NTA confirms the 2027 schedule.
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JEE Main 2027 Registration
JEE Main 2027 registration will open online at jeemain.nta.nic.in, most likely in the last week of October 2026 for Session 1.
- The NTA opens the application window for each session, and candidates must apply separately for both sessions.
- The JEE Main application process has three parts, which include registration, application form filling, and fee payment.
- Candidates will be able to fill out the application form in online mode only, and the form filled in any other mode will not be accepted.
- Candidates get a system-generated application number in the first step, and the same number works for both sessions.
Candidates must note that those who wish to fill the JEE Main application form for Session 2 only can do so only during the application window for Session 2.
JEE Main 2027: Previous Years Registration Trends
| Year | Registered (Session 1) | Appeared (Session 1) | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13,55,293 | 13,04,653 | 96.26% |
| 2025 | 13,11,544 | 12,58,136 | 95.93% |
| 2024 | 12,21,624 | 11,70,048 | 95.78% |
| 2023 | 11,62,398 | 11,13,325 | 95.78% |
| 2022 | 10,26,799 | 9,05,590 | 88.2% |
How to Fill the JEE Main 2027 Application Form
- Step 1: Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and click the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration link.
- Step 2: Enter your name, mobile number and email ID, then note down the application number you receive.
- Step 3: Log in and fill in your personal details, state of eligibility, category, paper choice, and exam city preferences.
- Step 4: Enter Class 10 and Class 12 academic details along with parents' income details.
- Step 5: Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed size and format.
- Step 6: Pay the fee online, submit the form, and download the confirmation page.
JEE Main 2027 Application Form: Documents Required
The documents required by the candidates while filling out the JEE Main 2027 application form are given below:
- Class 10 certificate or mark sheet with your date of birth
- Class 12 mark sheet, if you have already passed
- Scanned photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions
- Category certificate with issue date and issuing authority, and PwD certificate if applicable
- Active email ID and mobile number, since every NTA update goes there
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
Do not create a second application number if you already registered for Session 1. Use the same login for Session 2 and pay only the fee.
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JEE Main 2027 Application Fee
The JEE Main 2027 application fee will be released along with the official information brochure and is expected to stay same as 2026 fee.
- The fee amount depends on three things: your category, your gender, and whether you pick an exam centre inside or outside India.
- Once paid the JEE Main 2027 application fee is non-refundable.
Given below is the official fee structure of JEE Main based on the official information brochure of 2026.
- Two papers here means any combination such as BE/BTech with BArch, or BArch with BPlanning.
- If you change your category during the correction window, you may need to pay the fee difference.
| Category | One Paper (Male) | One Paper (Female) | Two Papers (Male) | Two Papers (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,000 | Rs 800 | Rs 2,000 | Rs 1,600 |
| EWS / OBC-NCL | Rs 900 | Rs 800 | Rs 2,000 | Rs 1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | Rs 500 | Rs 500 | Rs 1,000 | Rs 1,000 |
| General (centre outside India) | Rs 5,000 | Rs 4,000 | Rs 10,000 | Rs 8,000 |
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
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JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria
The JEE Main 2027 eligibility criteria will be released along with the official bulletin expected in October. There is no upper age limit in JEE Main.
- The candidates who have passed the class XII / equivalent Examination in 2025, 2026 or appearing in 2027 irrespective of their age can appear in JEE Main 2027.
- Candidates can write JEE Main with any Class 12 score, but you cannot take seat at an NIT, IIIT or GFTI unless you meet the 75 percent or top 20 percentile condition.
| Criteria | Expected Requirement for JEE Main 2027 |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian nationals, NRIs, PIOs, OCIs and foreign nationals can apply |
| Age limit | No upper or lower age limit |
| Year of passing Class 12 | 2025, 2026 or appearing in 2027 |
| Number of attempts | Three consecutive years, with two sessions in each year |
| Subjects for BE/BTech | Physics, Mathematics and one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or a technical vocational subject |
| Subjects for BArch | Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
| Subjects for BPlanning | Mathematics |
| Minimum marks for JEE Main | No minimum marks needed to appear in the exam |
| Minimum marks for NIT and IIIT admission | 75 percent in Class 12 or top 20 percentile of your board, 65 percent for SC and ST |
Your three attempt years are counted from the year you pass Class 12, not from the year you first appear. If you passed in 2025, your last JEE Main attempt year is 2027.
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JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern
The JEE Main 2027 exam pattern is expected to stay same as it was in 2026. Since 2025, NTA has kept all questions compulsory.
- Each Subject will have two sections: Section A will be of MCQs and Section B will contain Questions whose answers are to be filled in as a numerical value.
- There will be negative marking for incorrect answer in Section A and Section B.
- There are no optional questions in Section B anymore, so you cannot skip questions by choice.
JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 Pattern (BE and BTech)
| Subject | Section A (MCQ) | Section B (Numerical) | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 | 100 |
| Total | 60 | 15 | 75 | 300 |
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
JEE Main 2027 Paper 2A and 2B Pattern
| Paper | Sections | Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 2A (BArch) | Mathematics 25, Aptitude 50, Drawing 2 | 77 | 400 |
| Paper 2B (BPlanning) | Mathematics 25, Aptitude 50, Planning 25 | 100 | 400 |
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
JEE Main 2027 Marking Scheme
- Correct answer: +4 marks
- Incorrect answer: -1 mark, in both Section A and Section B
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
- Duration: 3 hours for Paper 1, and 3 hours 30 minutes if you take Paper 2A and 2B together
- Shift timings: Shift 1 from 9 AM to 12 PM, Shift 2 from 3 PM to 6 PM
Source: jeemain.nta.nic.in
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JEE Main 2027 Syllabus
The JEE Main 2027 syllabus PDF will be released along with the official information bulletin, expected in October 2026.
- The entire syllabus comes from NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
- In recent sessions, both classes have contributed almost equally to the JEE Main paper.
- The last major revision of the JEE Main syllabus was done in 2024, and no new additions have been announced for 2027.
Until NTA releases the JEE Main syllabus 2027 candidates can prepare from the JEE Main 2026 syllabus PDF provided below:
JEE Main Syllabus: Subject-Wise
| Subject | Category | Topics Included |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Section A (Mechanics & Thermal Physics) | Physics and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Properties of Solids and Liquids, Thermodynamics, Kinetic Theory of Gases, Oscillations and Waves |
| Electricity & Magnetism | Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves | |
| Modern Physics & Optics | Optics, Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices | |
| Section B | Experimental Skills | |
| Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | Some Basic Concepts, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, Chemical Thermodynamics, Solutions, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics |
| Inorganic Chemistry | Classification of Elements and Periodicity, p-Block Elements, d-Block and f-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds | |
| Organic Chemistry | Purification and Characterisation of Organic Compounds, Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry, Hydrocarbons, Organic Compounds Containing Halogens, Oxygen and Nitrogen, Biomolecules, Principles Related to Practical Chemistry | |
| Mathematics | Algebra | Sets, Relations and Functions, Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations, Matrices and Determinants, Permutations and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, Sequences and Series |
| Calculus | Limit, Continuity and Differentiability, Integral Calculus, Differential Equations | |
| Geometry | Coordinate Geometry, Three-Dimensional Geometry, Vector Algebra | |
| Others | Statistics and Probability, Trigonometry |
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JEE Main 2027 High Weightage Chapters
Every chapter in the JEE Main 2027 syllabus does not carry the same number of questions. Candidates can find the high weightage chapters usin the PYQs.
- The PYQs will show the clear pattern of the recurring chapters and the depth of the concepts asked in the exam.
- In the Physics section out of the 25 questions around 14-17 questions usually come from Mechanics, Electrostatics and Magnetism, Current Electricity, Modern Physics.
- Similarly in Mathematics around 15 to 18 questions are asked from Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Algebra, Vectors and 3D Geometry.
- Candidates should keep revising Inorganic Chemistry because it is memory-based and fades fast.
Solve previous year questions chapter by chapter instead of paper by paper, so you see how NTA repeats question types.
| Subject | High Weightage Chapters | Expected Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Mechanics, Electrostatics and Magnetism, Current Electricity, Modern Physics | 14 to 17 out of 25 |
| Chemistry | Chemical Bonding, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Coordination Compounds, General Organic Chemistry | 13 to 16 out of 25 |
| Mathematics | Calculus, Coordinate Geometry, Algebra, Vectors and 3D Geometry | 15 to 18 out of 25 |
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JEE Main 2027 Admit Card
The JEE Main 2027 admit card will be released two to three days before the exam. Before that, NTA releases an advance city intimation slip so you can plan travel.
Candidates must note that the city slip is not your admit card, and you cannot enter the centre with it.
- Login needed: Application number and date of birth or password
- Details on it: Your name, roll number, photograph, exam date, shift timing, centre address and reporting time
- Documents to carry: Printed admit card, a valid photo ID, one passport size photo and the PwD certificate if applicable
- Reporting: Reach the centre well before the gate closing time printed on your admit card
Candidates should check every detail on their admit card and should report any error in name spelling, category, or photograph to NTA immediately on the following:
| NTA Helpline Number | +91-11-40759000, |
|---|---|
| Email Address | jeemain@nta.ac.in |
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JEE Main 2027 Answer Key and Result
NTA releases the provisional answer key with your response sheet a few days after each session, and it also provides a short objection window to challenge the answers.
- Candidates will be able to challenge the JEE Main Answer key by paying a non-refundable fee of 200 per question.
- If your challenge is accepted, the question is corrected or dropped for every student.
In JEE Main 2026 Session 1, NTA dropped 9 questions from the final answer key after reviewing objections. Every student who attempted those questions received full marks.
How Your JEE Main Result is Calculated
- Your raw score is converted to an NTA score, or percentile, for each subject and for the total.
- Percentile is calculated shift-wise, so students in a tough shift are not penalised.
- The formula is the number of students who scored equal to or below you, divided by the total students in your shift, multiplied by 100.
- If you appear in both sessions, NTA takes your better total percentile.
- All India Rank is prepared only after Session 2, using the best of two scores.
Tie-Breaking Rules
When two students end up with the same total percentile, NTA applies tie-breakers in this order:
- Higher percentile in Mathematics
- Then higher percentile in Physics
- Then higher percentile in Chemistry
- Then the student with a lower ratio of wrong answers to correct answers
After this process, if there is still a tie, then candidates will be assigned the same rank. Age is no longer used as a tie-breaker in the JEE Main Rank allocation.
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JEE Main 2027 Cutoff
The NTA will release the JEE Main 2027 cutoff with the Session 2 result expected in April 2027.
- This is the qualifying percentile you need to become eligible for JEE Advanced 2027, subject to the top 2.5 lakh limit in the Common Rank List.
- JoSAA will release the Admission cutoff at which candidates will get a seat in NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs.
The trend over five years shows that the General category qualifying percentile has moved up by about 5 percentile points since 2022.
Previous Year Official JEE Main Cutoff
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 88.41 | 90.77 | 93.23 | 93.10 | 93.41 |
| EWS | 63.11 | 75.62 | 81.32 | 80.38 | 82.41 |
| OBC-NCL | 67.00 | 73.61 | 79.67 | 79.43 | 80.92 |
| SC | 43.08 | 51.97 | 60.09 | 61.15 | 63.91 |
| ST | 26.77 | 37.23 | 46.69 | 47.90 | 52.01 |
Also Check: JEE Main Cutoff
What This Means for JEE Main 2027
- The General qualifying percentile has stayed in the 93 to 94 band for three years, so plan for at least 93.5 percentile
- In marks terms, that is roughly 90 to 110 marks out of 300, depending on your shift difficulty.
- SC and ST cutoffs have risen the fastest, by more than 25 percentile points since 2022.
Clearing the qualifying cutoff does not get you an NIT seat. For a top NIT CSE seat, you need a rank under about 2,000 in the General category.
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JEE Main Marks vs Percentile vs Rank
The NTA does not provide official Marks vs Rank vs Percentile data. The data provided below is based on the previous years' trends.
- Marks, percentile, and rank are three different things, and mixing them up leads to wrong targets.
- Your marks become a percentile through shift normalisation, and the percentile then becomes your All India Rank.
- Each 1.0 percentile band holds around 16,000 students, so a small change in marks moves your rank a lot in the middle range and very little at the top.
The expected Marks vs Percentile vs Rank data is provided below for candidates' reference:
| Marks (out of 300) | Expected Percentile | Expected AIR | What You Can Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| 280 to 300 | 99.99+ | 1 to 200 | Top ranks, safe JEE Advanced qualification |
| 250 to 279 | 99.90 to 99.99 | 200 to 1,600 | CSE in top NITs, almost all IIT branches |
| 220 to 249 | 99.50 to 99.90 | 1,600 to 8,000 | CSE and ECE in top NITs and IIITs |
| 180 to 219 | 98.50 to 99.50 | 8,000 to 24,000 | Core branches in top NITs, CSE in mid-tier NITs |
| 150 to 179 | 97.00 to 98.50 | 24,000 to 48,000 | Mid-tier NITs, IIITs and better GFTIs |
| 120 to 149 | 95.00 to 97.00 | 48,000 to 80,000 | Lower NITs, GFTIs and good state colleges |
| 90 to 119 | 93.50 to 95.00 | 80,000 to 1,05,000 | Around the JEE Advanced qualifying line |
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JEE Main 2027 Counselling and Seat Matrix
JEE Main 2027 counselling will be conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) most likely from June 2027.
- JoSAA runs a single counselling for IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs on its official website, josaa.nic.in.
- Your JEE Main rank is used for NITs, IIITs and GFTIs, while IIT and IISc seats are secured through JEE Advanced ranks.
JoSAA 2026 Seat Matrix for Reference
| Institute Type | Number of Institutes | Seats in 2026 | Admission Based On |
|---|---|---|---|
| IITs and IISc | 23 IITs and IISc Bengaluru | 18,951 | JEE Advanced rank |
| NITs | 31 | 25,162 | JEE Main rank |
| IIITs | 26 | 11,518 | JEE Main rank |
| GFTIs | 56 | 11,692 | JEE Main rank |
| Total | 138 | 67,323 | - |
Also Check: JEE Main Seat Matrix
How JoSAA Counselling Works
- Choice filling and locking: Register on the JoSAA portal, list your institute and branch preferences in order, and lock the list before the deadline
- Seat allotment rounds: Multiple rounds are held, and you can float, slide or freeze your allotted seat
- Reporting: Pay the seat acceptance fee and complete online document verification within the deadline
- CSAB special rounds: Vacant NIT, IIIT and GFTI seats are filled after JoSAA ends
NITs and GFTIs follow a 50 percent Home State Quota and 50 percent All India Quota split, which is why your state of eligibility on the application form matters.
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How to Prepare for JEE Main 2027
With about six months left for Session 1, your JEE Main 2027 preparation should move from learning new chapters to building accuracy.
- Students should cover their syllabus by the end of November, and after that they should focus on revision.
- In December and January, candidates should focus on attempting mock tests and solving PYQs.
Month-Wise Plan for JEE Main 2027
- August to October 2026: Finish the remaining syllabus, revise Class 11 chapters once, and solve chapter-wise previous year questions.
- November 2026: Start subject-only full-length papers, then move to combined PCM papers by mid-month.
- December 2026: Take three to four full-length mocks a week at the actual shift timing, and review each paper the next morning.
- January 2027: Stop new content. Revise formula sheets, error logs and Inorganic Chemistry only.
- February to March 2027: Fix the weak areas your Session 1 scorecard exposes, then repeat the mock cycle.
Subject-Wise Strategy
- Physics: Build Mechanics first, since it feeds Rotational Motion, Gravitation and Waves. Modern Physics gives the highest marks per hour.
- Chemistry: Split time across Physical, Organic and Inorganic. NCERT alone covers most Inorganic and Organic questions.
- Mathematics: Calculus and Coordinate Geometry carry the most questions. Practise them daily, not in weekend blocks.
Best Books for JEE Main 2027
| Subject | Recommended Books | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | NCERT Class 11 & 12, Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma | Build fundamentals with NCERT and strengthen problem-solving skills with HCV. |
| Chemistry | NCERT (Inorganic), Organic Chemistry by M. S. Chouhan, Numerical Chemistry by P. Bahadur | NCERT for theory, M. S. Chouhan for Organic practice, and P. Bahadur for Physical Chemistry numericals. |
| Mathematics | NCERT, Objective Mathematics by R. D. Sharma or the Cengage Mathematics Series | Strengthen concepts first, then develop advanced problem-solving ability. |
| Practice | Previous 10 Years of JEE Main Question Papers (Chapter-wise + Full-Length) | Improve speed, accuracy, exam temperament, and identify frequently tested topics. |
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JEE Main 2027 FAQs
Ques. When will the JEE Main 2027 notification be released?
Ans. NTA is expected to release the JEE Main 2027 notification and information bulletin in the last week of October 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Session 1 registration usually opens on the same day.
Ques. What is the JEE Main 2027 exam date?
Ans. JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is expected in the last week of January 2027 and Session 2 in the first week of April 2027. In 2026, Session 1 was held on 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January, and Session 2 from 2 to 8 April. The official dates will be released with the brochure.
Ques. Is the JEE Main 2027 syllabus reduced?
Ans. The JEE Main 2027 syllabus has not been released yet. The changes, if any, will be introduced in the information bulletin. The syllabus was last revised in a major way in 2024 and has stayed stable since. You can prepare from the JEE Main 2026 syllabus PDF until NTA publishes the 2027 version.
Ques. Who is eligible for JEE Main 2027?
Ans. Students who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or who are appearing in 2027, are expected to be eligible. There is no age limit. You need Physics and Mathematics plus one more subject for BE and BTech. See full details on the JEE Main eligibility page.
Ques. What is the JEE Main 2027 exam pattern?
Ans. Paper 1 is expected to have 75 compulsory questions for 300 marks, with 25 questions each in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Each subject has 20 MCQs and 5 numerical questions. The marking is +4 for correct and -1 for incorrect answers in both sections.
Ques. What was the JEE Main 2026 cutoff for General category?
Ans. The General category qualifying percentile for JEE Main 2026 was 93.4123549, the highest in four years. OBC-NCL was 80.92, EWS was 82.41, SC was 63.91, and ST was 52.01 percentile. A total of 2,50,182 students qualified for JEE Advanced 2026.
Ques. How many marks are needed to qualify for JEE Advanced 2027?
Ans. Based on 2026 trends, General category students need roughly 90 to 110 marks out of 300 to reach the qualifying percentile. The exact marks change with shift difficulty, because NTA sets the cutoff as a percentile and not as raw marks.
Ques. Can I appear in both JEE Main 2027 sessions?
Ans. Yes, candidates can appear in both JEE Main sessions. NTA takes the better of your two total percentile scores for the final All India Rank, so a lower Session 1 score does not hurt you. Candidates need to apply separately for each session using the same application number.
Ques. How many seats are available through JEE Main?
Ans. JoSAA 2026 offered 67,323 seats across 138 institutes. Of these, NITs had 25,162 seats, IIITs had 11,518, and GFTIs had 11,692, all filled through JEE Main ranks. IIT and IISc seats go through JEE Advanced. Check the JEE Main seat matrix page for the branch-wise breakup.
Ques. Do I need 75 percent in Class 12 for JEE Main 2027?
Ans. Candidates do not require 75 percent to write the exam. But to take an NIT, IIIT or GFTI seat through JoSAA, you need 75 percent in Class 12 or a place in the top 20 percentile of your board. For SC and ST students, the requirement is 65 percent.
Disclaimer: All JEE Main 2027 dates, fees and pattern details on this page are expected figures based on the JEE Main 2025 and 2026 cycles, since NTA has not released the official 2027 notification. Cutoff, statistics and seat matrix data are from official NTA and JoSAA releases for previous years. Please verify every detail from the official information bulletin at jeemain.nta.nic.in before you apply.
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