NTA Official Updates 2027

JEE Main 2027
Registration Guide

Complete guide on JEE Main 2027 registration start dates, live portal link (jeemain.nta.nic.in), step-by-step application process, mandatory document updates, fee structure, and FAQs.

Registration Dates Step-by-Step Guide
Official NTA Portal
jeemain.nta.nic.in
Application Fee
₹1,000 (General Male) / ₹500 (SC/ST)
Session 1 Registration
Starts October 2026
Photo Background
Strictly White Background (10-200 KB)
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13 Lakh+
Total Applicants
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jeemain.nta.nic.in
Official Portal
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3 Steps
Core Process
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10-200 KB
Photo File Size
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2 Sessions
January & April
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2.5 Lakh
JEE Adv. Qualifiers

1.0 Overview: JEE Main 2027 Registration

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will open the online JEE Main 2027 Registration process starting in October 2026 for the January Session (Session 1). Candidates can complete their application form exclusively by visiting the official NTA web portal: jeemain.nta.nic.in. Completing registration accurately is necessary for obtaining the NTA admit card, checking JEE Main Syllabus requirements, and qualifying for JEE Advanced Registration and JoSAA Counselling.

NTA also releases a demo registration link, detailed application instruction bulletin, and final examination schedule on the portal prior to activation. Aspirants are advised to monitor the official portal closely for live notifications and review the JEE Main Exam Pattern.

Registration Highlights:
• Session 1: Online registration starts in October 2026.
• Session 2: Registration for April Session 2 opens in February 2027.
• Core Stages: 1) Registration & Credentials, 2) Filling Form Details & Document Upload, 3) Online Fee Payment.
• Session Options: Candidates can choose to apply for Session 1, Session 2, or both sessions together.
• Multiple Forms Warning: Submitting multiple application forms for the same session by a candidate will lead to immediate rejection of all submissions.

2.0 JEE Main 2027 Registration Important Dates

Below is the complete tentative timeline for NTA JEE Main 2027 registration and examination events for both Session 1 and Session 2.

Registration Event Session 1 (January Session) Session 2 (April Session) Status
NTA Live Link Release October 2026 February 2027 Tentative
Online Registration Start Date October 2026 February 2027 Upcoming
Last Date to Submit Application November 2026 March 2027 TBD
Last Date for Fee Payment November 2026 March 2027 TBD
Correction Window Facility December 2026 March 2027 2-3 Days Window
Admit Card Release Date 3 Days before Exam 3 Days before Exam Online Portal
Examination Dates January 2027 April 2027 CBT Mode

3.0 Why You Should Update Your Documents Before JEE Main 2027 Registration

Many students encounter critical errors during registration due to mismatched or outdated personal details in their official identity documents. Discrepancies in:

  • Candidate Name spelling variations
  • Date of Birth (DOB) mismatches between Aadhaar & Class 10 certificate
  • Address changes or expired Category/Reservation certificates
  • Outdated photographs on Aadhaar identity cards

Such mismatch errors can result in JEE Main application rejection or unnecessary complications during JoSAA physical verification. Check official JEE Main Reservation Policy and JEE Main Cutoff criteria to verify category certificate guidelines. NTA strictly advises candidates to review and update their Aadhaar and identity certificates well before registration begins.

Essential Document Verification Checklist:
1. Aadhaar Card: Name and Date of Birth must match Class 10 Marksheet exactly. Update latest photo and father's name.
2. UDID Card (for PwD Candidates): Ensure the Unique Disability ID card is valid and renewed if expired.
3. Category Certificate: EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, or ST certificates must be issued in valid government formats by authorized officers.

4.0 Required Documents & Scanned Image Specifications

Before accessing the NTA registration portal, ensure soft copies of all mandatory documents are prepared according to official image dimensions and file sizes:

Document Type File Format Allowed Size Specific Instructions
Passport Size Photograph JPG / JPEG 10 KB to 200 KB Recent photo, 80% face visible against plain white background, no mask/sunglasses.
Candidate Signature JPG / JPEG 4 KB to 30 KB Clear signature on plain white paper with black/blue ink pen. No capital letter sign.
Class 10 Marksheet / Certificate PDF 50 KB to 300 KB Proof of Date of Birth and exact name verification.
Category / Reservation Certificate PDF 50 KB to 300 KB Issued on or after April 1 of financial year (for OBC-NCL / EWS).
UDID / PwD Certificate PDF 50 KB to 300 KB Issued by competent medical board (for 40%+ disability).

5.0 Step-by-Step JEE Main 2027 Registration Process

Follow this step-by-step procedure to complete your NTA application form smoothly:

Step 1
NTA Account Registration & Credentials Generation
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in. Click on "New Candidate Register Here". Enter your name, father's name, mother's name, DOB, valid mobile number, and email address. Create a strong security password to generate your 12-digit Application Number.
Step 2
Filling Up Online Application Details
Log in using your Application Number and Password. Fill in personal details, nationality, category, state code of eligibility, Class 10 & 12 board marks, school address, and year of passing.
Step 3
Selecting Exam Paper & Choice of 4 Cities
Select exam papers (B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, or B.Planning), exam medium (English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Urdu), and choose 4 preferred examination cities.
Step 4
Document Upload
Upload clear scanned passport photograph, candidate signature, and category/PwD certificates strictly maintaining NTA file size constraints (Photo: 10-200 KB, Sign: 4-30 KB).
Step 5
Application Fee Payment Online
Pay the non-refundable registration fee using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI gateway (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Canara, Paytm). Verify transaction status.
Step 6
Review & Print Confirmation Page
Thoroughly review all details on screen before final submission. Download, save, and print at least 3 physical copies of the NTA Confirmation Page for counselling reference.

6.0 JEE Main 2027 Registration Fee Structure

Registration fee details for single session vs both sessions across candidate categories:

Category Gender Single Session Fee (In India) Both Sessions Fee (In India) Center Outside India (Single Session)
General / OBC-NCL / Gen-EWS Male ₹ 1,000 ₹ 2,000 ₹ 5,000
Female ₹ 800 ₹ 1,600 ₹ 4,000
SC / ST / PwD Male & Female ₹ 500 ₹ 1,000 ₹ 2,500
Third Gender Transgender ₹ 500 ₹ 1,000 ₹ 3,000
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7.0 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - JEE Main Registration

The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration begins in October 2026 on the official portal jeemain.nta.nic.in. Applications submitted through any other portal will not be accepted.
Aadhaar card (with correct name and DOB), Class 10 and 12 mark sheets or admit cards, scanned passport-size photo (10-200 KB) with white background, signature (4-30 KB), Category or PwD certificate (if applicable), valid email ID, and mobile number.
Yes. You can apply for both sessions (January and April) together or separately. Registering early for both sessions helps avoid last-minute portal rushes and ensures preferred exam centre allocation.
Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in and register for Session 1 or 2 by providing basic details to generate credentials. Fill the application form, upload scanned photo/signature, pay application fees online, and review & download the confirmation page.
Yes, NTA opens a dedicated correction window for 2-3 days after the application deadline. During this window, specific fields can be edited as per official NTA guidelines.