JEE Main 2027 registration begins: Opportunity for Class 12 pass students; exam to be held in 13 languages—know the complete process.
Important news for students preparing for admission to engineering colleges: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the application form for the first session of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) 2027. Interested candidates can apply online by visiting the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The deadline for regular applications is November 22, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and relevant instructions before filling out the form. It is recommended to apply well in advance rather than waiting until the final day.
What if you miss the deadline?
If a candidate fails to apply by November 22, they will still have the opportunity to submit their application by paying a late fee. Applications can be submitted under this provision from November 23 to November 26, 2026. Subsequently, a window for making corrections to the application form will be available from November 27 to November 29, 2026. Candidates should exercise caution when entering details such as their name, date of birth, academic information, and other particulars. Even though a correction facility is provided, it is essential to double-check all information to avoid any complications during the examination or admission process.
When and in which languages will the exam be conducted?
The JEE Main 2027 examination will be held in two sessions: the first in January and the second in April 2027. The first session will be conducted in a computer-based format on January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2027. The examination will be offered in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. Candidates may select their preferred language from the available options. The exam city intimation slip for the first session is scheduled to be released on December 30, 2026, while the admit card will be available on January 13, 2027.
What is the application fee?
The application fee for the first session of JEE Main 2027 varies based on the candidate's category and gender.
Category Male Candidates Female Candidates
General ₹1,000 ₹800
General-EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) ₹900 ₹800
SC / ST / PwD (Persons with Disabilities) ₹500 ₹500
Who is eligible to apply?
Candidates who have passed their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing for it in 2027, are eligible to apply for JEE Main 2027. There is no upper age limit for this examination. Candidates may appear for JEE Main for three consecutive years, starting from the year they pass their Class 12 (or equivalent) examination. Before applying, candidates should carefully read all the rules provided in the official notification, as the eligibility criteria for appearing in the exam and the conditions for subsequent admission may differ.
What is required to fill out the form?
Before applying, keep your photograph, signature, and Class 10 mark sheet or certificate ready. Depending on the case, you may also need a disability certificate (or UDID card) and/or a certificate regarding physical limitations that affect your ability to write. Foreign nationals and OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) candidates should have their passport-related documents ready.
How to apply:
1. Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2. Click on the link for the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 online application.
3. Register using your mobile number and email address.
4. Log in and enter your personal and educational details. 5. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee and submit the form.
7. Download the confirmation page and keep it safe.
7. When will the second session examination be held?
According to the schedule provided by the NTA, the application process for the second session will begin on January 5, 2027, and continue until February 3, 2027. Applications can be submitted from February 4 to 7, 2027, with a late fee. A window for making corrections to the form will be available from February 8 to 10, 2027. The second session examination is scheduled to be held on April 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, 2027. The exam city intimation slip is scheduled to be released on March 12, 2027, and the admit card on March 25, 2027.
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