JEE Main 2027
Application Form Guide

Complete details on registration dates, step-by-step form filling, fee payment, photo/signature size specifications, and the official correction window rules.

Form Dates How to Apply
Official Link
jeemain.nta.nic.in
Application Fee
₹1,000 (General Male) / ₹500 (SC/ST)
Exam Center Choices
Select up to 4 Cities
Photo Background
Strictly White Background
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13 Lakh+
Total Applicants
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4 Choices
City Preferences
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6 Steps
Online Procedure
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10-200 KB
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13 Langs
Exam Mediums
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2.5 Lakh
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Overview: JEE Main 2027 Registration

The JEE Main 2027 Application Form will be officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on the official website. The registration process is fully online and is conducted separately for Session 1 (scheduled for January 2027) and Session 2 (scheduled for April 2027). Completing the registration accurately is critical for obtaining the NTA admit card and gaining admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and qualifying for the JEE Advanced exam.

The application procedure involves registering on the portal, filling academic and contact details, uploading candidate documents in prescribed formats, paying fees online, and keeping the final confirmation sheet safe.

Key Tip: Candidates can choose to apply for Session 1, Session 2, or both sessions together. The best NTA percentile score from either session will be utilized for final ranking. Ensure all data matches your Class 10 Certificate to avoid verification issues.

JEE Main 2027 Application Form Dates

Below are the tentative dates for the registration process of both sessions of JEE Main 2027.

Events Session 1 (January Session) Session 2 (April Session) Status
Online Application Form Start Date October 2026 February 2027 TBD
Application Submission Last Date November 2026 February 2027 TBD
Last Date for Successful Fee Payment November 2026 March 2027 TBD
Correction Window in Particulars December 2026 February 2027 TBD
Announcement of Exam City January 2027 March 2027 TBD
Download of Admit Card January 2027 April 2027 TBD
Date of Examination January 2027 April 2027 Expected
Declaration of Result February 2027 April 2027 TBD

Who is Eligible to Apply?

Before initiating the online application, ensure you meet the NTA parameters. A quick summary:

  • Academic Year: Passed Class 12 in 2025, 2026, or appearing in 2027. Students who passed in 2024 or earlier are ineligible.
  • Compulsory Subjects: Physics and Mathematics are mandatory, along with Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a Technical Vocational subject.
  • Age Limit: There is no upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main 2027.
  • Attempt Limit: Candidates can attempt JEE Main for a maximum of 3 consecutive years from the year they pass Class 12.
  • NIT/IIIT/CFTI Admission Rule: 75% marks in Class 12 Board (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or being in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards is mandatory for eventual JoSAA seat allotment.

For the complete details on board calculations, domiciles, and categories, read our comprehensive JEE Main Eligibility Criteria Guide.

How to Fill the JEE Main 2027 Application Form?

Step 1
Register on the Official NTA Portal
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in. Click on "New Candidate Registration", read the guidelines, and fill in your name, parents' names, date of birth, mobile number, and email. You will receive a system-generated Application Number and password.
Step 2
Complete the Online Application Form
Log in with your credentials. Enter personal details, place of residence, category (EWS, OBC, SC, ST), academic qualifications of Class 10 and Class 12, paper choices (Paper 1 - B.Tech, Paper 2A - B.Arch / Paper 2B - B.Plan), and exam city preferences.
Step 3
Select Exam Center Preferences
You are allowed to pick up to 4 preferred exam cities. Pick them in chronological priority order. NTA will allocate centers based on availability.
Step 4
Upload Mandatory Documents
Upload digital scans of your recent photograph, signature, and category certificates (if applicable). Ensure file sizes and dimensions conform strictly to NTA requirements.
Step 5
Pay the Registration Fees
Pay the prescribed fees online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. A transaction receipt will be generated upon successful payment.
Step 6
Print Confirmation Page
Download and print at least 3 copies of the final "Confirmation Page". This serves as your official proof of successful application submission. Keep it safe.

Documents Required & Specifications

To prevent application rejection, upload files that exactly match the NTA formatting guidelines:

Document Name File Size Range File Format Specifications
Passport Photograph 10 KB to 200 KB JPG / JPEG White background, clear face, 80% coverage, no masks or goggles. Date and name of candidate must be printed at the bottom.
Signature 4 KB to 30 KB JPG / JPEG Running hand signature in black or blue ink on plain white paper. Do not sign in capital letters.
Class 10 Certificate 50 KB to 300 KB PDF Legible scan for Date of Birth verification.
Category Certificate 50 KB to 300 KB PDF SC, ST, OBC-NCL, or Gen-EWS certificate (issued after the prescribed NTA date). Refer to the JEE Main Reservation Policy.
PwD Certificate 50 KB to 300 KB PDF Physical disability certificate issued by competent authority (if applying under PwD category).

JEE Main 2027 Application Fee Structure

The registration fee depends on the category, gender, and choices of papers.

Category Paper 1 (B.Tech) OR Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Plan) Both Papers (Paper 1 + Paper 2) Centers Outside India
General / OBC-NCL / EWS (Male) ₹1,000 ₹2,000 ₹5,000 (SAARC) / ₹10,000 (Non-SAARC)
General / OBC-NCL / EWS (Female) ₹800 ₹1,600 ₹4,000 (SAARC) / ₹8,000 (Non-SAARC)
SC / ST / PwD / Transgender ₹500 ₹1,000 ₹2,500 (SAARC) / ₹5,000 (Non-SAARC)

*Please note that bank charges and GST are applicable over and above the mentioned exam fee. Fee is strictly non-refundable.

Correction Window & Aadhaar Verification

After the registration deadline, NTA provides a one-time correction facility window on the official website. Only specific parameters can be edited. Important details regarding this include:

Editable Particulars

  • Course choice (Add/remove Paper 1 or 2)
  • Exam Medium (Language of paper)
  • Preferred Exam Cities
  • Class 10 and 12 qualification details
  • Category & Subcategory (requires uploading updated certificate)

Non-Editable Particulars

  • Mobile Number
  • Email ID
  • Permanent and Present Addresses
  • Emergency contact details
  • Uploaded Photograph

Aadhaar Verified vs Non-Verified Candidates: Candidates whose Aadhaar has been verified can correct either their father's or mother's name (not both). Candidates whose Aadhaar is NOT verified are allowed to correct their own name, father's name, or mother's name, as well as their date of birth and gender.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, if a candidate does not apply for the first session of JEE Main 2027, he/she can still apply for the second session. NTA re-opens the registration portal for Session 2 separately.
Candidates can either fill out one form for both sessions or two separate forms for each of the sessions of JEE Main 2027. If they want to fill out separate forms, they can choose to apply for the first session and then for the second session.
The last date to submit the application form for JEE Main 2027 is yet to be announced by the NTA. It will be released in the official NTA information bulletin.
Yes, a correction window is usually provided after the application deadline. During this period, candidates can modify specific details in their submitted application forms according to the official guidelines.
Candidates are not allowed to change their registered mobile number, email address, permanent and present address, emergency contact details, and uploaded photograph.