JEE Main 2027 Session-1 – Key Highlights
| Conducting Organization | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
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| Governing Ministry | Ministry of Education, Government of India |
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| Examination Name | Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2027 |
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| Target Courses | B.E. / B.Tech (Paper 1), B.Arch (Paper 2A), B.Planning (Paper 2B) |
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| Admission Scope | NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, State Technical Universities, and JEE Advanced Qualifier |
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| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) across India and Abroad |
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| Exam Medium | 13 Languages (including Assamese, English, Hindi, Bengali) |
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| Educational Qualification | 10+2 / Class 12 Passed or Appearing in 2027 with Physics & Mathematics |
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| Age Limit | No Age Limit |
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| Application Window | 24th October 2026 to 22nd November 2026 (09:00 PM) |
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| Official Portals | jeemain.nta.nic.in / nta.ac.in |
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Examination Structure & Paper Breakdown
| Paper |
Target Programmes |
Subjects / Sections |
Total Questions & Marks |
Duration |
| Paper 1 |
B.E. / B.Tech |
Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry (MCQs + Numerical Value Questions) |
90 Questions (Attempt 75) – 300 Marks |
3 Hours |
| Paper 2A |
B.Arch |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test & Drawing Test (Pen & Paper) |
82 Questions (Attempt 77) – 400 Marks |
3 Hours |
| Paper 2B |
B.Planning |
Mathematics, Aptitude Test & Planning Based Questions |
105 Questions (Attempt 100) – 400 Marks |
3 Hours |
* Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct response, -1 mark for each incorrect response (applicable to both MCQs and Numerical Value questions).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Academic Qualifications
- Candidates must have passed the Class 12th / equivalent qualifying examination in 2025, 2026, or must be appearing in 2027.
- Subject Combinations:
- For B.E. / B.Tech: Must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subject.
- For B.Arch: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry are mandatory at 10+2 level.
- For B.Planning: Mathematics is compulsory at 10+2 level.
2. Age Criteria
There is no upper or lower age limit for candidates appearing in JEE (Main) 2027. Any candidate who has passed the Class 12 examination in 2025 or 2026, or is appearing in 2027, irrespective of their age, is eligible.
Application Fee Structure
| Paper Applied |
General (UR) / OBC Male |
General / OBC Female |
SC / ST / PwD / Transgender |
| Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) OR Paper 2A (B.Arch) OR Paper 2B |
Rs. 1,000/- |
Rs. 800/- |
Rs. 500/- |
| Both Paper 1 & Paper 2A/2B (Combined) |
Rs. 2,000/- |
Rs. 1,600/- |
Rs. 1,000/- |
* Payment mode is strictly online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
How to Apply Online for JEE Main 2027 (Session-1)
- Visit the official NTA registration portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click on "Register for JEE (Main) 2027 Session-1".
- Authenticate candidate identity using Aadhaar Card / ABC ID (Academic Bank of Credits) / DigiLocker / Passport.
- Fill in personal particulars, academic records of Class 10th and 12th, and select 4 preferred examination city choices in Assam (e.g., Guwahati, Silchar, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tezpur).
- Upload recent passport photograph (80% face visible with white background) and scanned signature in prescribed file sizes.
- Pay the requisite examination fee through the online payment gateway.
- Download and print the Confirmation Page of the online application form for all future admission stages.
Important Dates – Session 1 (January 2027 Exam)
| Online Application Opening Date | 24th October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Application & Fee Submission | 22nd November 2026 (11:50 PM) |
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| Application Correction Window | Last week of November 2026 |
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| Intimation of Examination Cities | First week of January 2027 |
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| Admit Card Release | 3 days before the actual date of examination |
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| Dates of Examination (Session 1) | Between 21st to 31st January 2027 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many sessions will JEE Main 2027 be conducted in?
A: JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in two separate sessions: Session 1 in January 2027 and Session 2 in April 2027. Candidates can appear in either or both sessions.
Q2: Is Aadhaar authentication mandatory for JEE Main registration?
A: Candidates can authenticate using Aadhaar, DigiLocker, ABC ID, or Indian Passport. Non-Aadhaar users undergo biometric verification at exam centres.
Q3: What is the deadline to apply for Session 1?
A: The online portal for Session 1 closes on 22nd November 2026 at 09:00 PM.
