Written By: Syed Imran Zaidi | Reviewed By: UPJobRadar Editorial Team | Fact Checked By: UPJobRadar Research Team

Last Updated: 1 November 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration process. Students seeking admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture and planning courses can now submit their applications through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.

NTA will conduct JEE Main 2027 in two sessions. The first session will take place in January 2027, while the second session will take place in April 2027. Registration for Session 1 started on 24 October 2026, and candidates can submit their regular applications until 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

NTA has also released two important updates since registration began. Its 28 October advisory explains how candidates should use DigiLocker and other identity verification services. The 30 October clarification also gives candidates an option to submit a fresh application if they find mistakes in an earlier form.

Here, candidates can check the JEE Main 2027 registration dates, application process, late fee period, correction window, fresh application rules, DigiLocker instructions, examination schedule, paper pattern and official notification links.

JEE Main 2027 – Quick Answer

• Exam Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
• Examination: Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2027
• Session 1: January 2027
• Session 2: April 2027
• Registration Started: 24 October 2026
• Last Date Without Late Fee: 22 November 2026
• Late Fee Application Window: 23 November to 26 November 2026
• Application Correction Window: 27 November to 29 November 2026
• Session 1 Exam Dates: 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027
• Official Website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Important Update: Candidates who have already generated an Application Number or paid the examination fee should read NTA’s 30 October 2026 clarification. This notice explains when candidates can submit a fresh application and which application NTA will consider valid.

JEE Main 2027 Important Dates

NTA has released the following schedule for JEE Main 2027 Session 1:

Candidates who plan to appear in the April session should wait for NTA’s separate notification. The agency has not yet announced the Session 2 registration schedule.

JEE Main 2027 Application Form: How to Apply Online

Candidates can complete the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application through the official NTA portal. Before starting, keep your personal information, academic details and identity documents ready.

Follow these steps to complete the online application:

1. Visit the official website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/
2. Find and open the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration link.
3. Read the information bulletin and application instructions.
4. Enter the required details to complete registration.
5. Log in using your generated application credentials.
6. Add your personal, academic and examination-related information.
7. Upload your photograph, signature and other required documents in the prescribed format.
8. Check every detail before moving to the payment section.
9. Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment method.
10. Submit the application and download the Confirmation Page.

After completing registration, save your Application Number, password, payment details and Confirmation Page. You may need these details during future login, correction and examination-related activities.

Official application portal: JEE Main 2027 – NTA Official Website

JEE Main 2027 Fresh Application Rules: NTA Notice dated 30 October

NTA released an important clarification on 30 October 2026 after several candidates reported mistakes in their JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application forms.

According to this notice, candidates can submit a fresh application even if they have already generated an Application Number or paid the examination fee.

However, NTA has specified certain conditions. Candidates should understand these rules before submitting another form.

1. Which application will NTA consider valid?

NTA will consider only the last application valid when the candidate successfully pays its examination fee and generates its Confirmation Page.

For example, suppose a candidate completes an earlier application and receives its Confirmation Page. Later, the candidate submits another form but does not complete the payment or generate a new Confirmation Page. In that situation, NTA will continue to consider the earlier completed application valid.

2. Will a fresh application generate a new Application Number?

Yes. A fresh application generates a new Application Number. Applicants must enter all details again, including personal information, photograph, signature and other required documents.

Do not assume that the previous application will automatically transfer information to the new form. Check every field and upload the required documents again.

3. Will NTA refund the earlier application fee?

No. NTA has clarified that it will neither refund the fee paid against the earlier application nor adjust that amount against the fresh application.

Therefore, consider the additional financial cost before submitting another form. Review your existing application carefully and avoid unnecessary duplicate payments.

4. What is the fresh application deadline?

Candidates planning to submit a fresh application must complete the form and payment within the applicable registration period.

• Without late fee: 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
• With late fee: 23 November to 26 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

Candidates should complete the process before the relevant deadline to avoid payment or submission problems.

5. Should candidates submit a fresh form or use the correction window?

NTA has advised candidates who only need to correct specific details to use the application correction window. The agency has scheduled this facility from 27 November to 29 November 2026.

A fresh application may require another examination fee. Therefore, first identify the mistake and check whether the correction facility allows you to change that particular detail.

6. Can candidates appear using multiple Application Numbers?

No. Candidates cannot use multiple Application Numbers to appear more than once in the same examination session.

NTA has clarified that appearing or attempting to appear using more than one Application Number will count as Unfair Means (UFM). However, merely holding more than one Application Number without appearing through them does not, by itself, count as UFM under this clarification.

Candidates must follow NTA’s instructions and avoid attempting the examination more than once in the same session.

JEE Main 2027 DigiLocker Advisory: Important Instructions

On 28 October 2026, NTA released a registration advisory for JEE Main 2027 candidates. This notice explains the importance of identity verification and accurate personal information.

NTA has advised candidates to log in through their own DigiLocker, JanParichay or e-Pramaan (MeriPehchaan) credentials. The agency wants candidates to follow this process to reduce identity verification and biometric discrepancies during the examination.

What should candidates do before filling out the form?

Candidates should follow these instructions before starting registration:

• Use your own DigiLocker, JanParichay or e-Pramaan (MeriPehchaan) login credentials.
• Complete Re-KYC through DigiLocker before filling out the application form.
• Make sure DigiLocker has your latest details for the registration process.
• Match your name and date of birth with your Class 10 certificate or marksheet.
• Visit the official NTA website regularly for further instructions.

Important: Enter your name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your Class 10 certificate or marksheet. Check these details carefully before submitting the application.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Date and Schedule

According to NTA’s public notice dated 24 October 2026, the agency will conduct JEE Main 2027 Session 1 on these dates:

20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.

The examination includes Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech and Paper 2A and Paper 2B for B.Arch and B.Planning courses.

JEE Main 2027 Examination Timing

Paper 1 and Paper 2B have a duration of three hours. However, candidates taking both B.Arch and B.Planning papers together will get three hours and thirty minutes.

NTA will provide individual candidates with their examination date and shift details through the relevant examination updates and admit card. Candidates should check their own admit card for the confirmed schedule.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern

JEE Main 2027 offers three papers for different undergraduate programmes. Candidates should select the appropriate paper according to their intended course.

Paper 1: B.E. / B.Tech

Paper 1 helps candidates seek admission to undergraduate engineering programmes at NITs, IIITs, CFTIs and other participating institutions. It also serves as the qualifying examination for JEE Advanced, subject to the applicable eligibility criteria.

Paper 1 contains 75 questions across Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Each subject includes 20 multiple-choice questions and 5 numerical value questions.

Paper 2A: B.Arch

Candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Architecture programmes should choose Paper 2A.

The examination includes Mathematics, Aptitude and Drawing sections. Candidates will complete the Drawing Test offline with pen and paper on an A4-size drawing sheet. NTA will conduct the other parts through Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.

Paper 2B: B.Planning

Candidates seeking admission to Bachelor of Planning programmes should choose Paper 2B.

Paper 2B includes Mathematics, Aptitude and Planning-based questions. NTA will conduct the entire paper in Computer Based Test mode.

Negative marking: NTA’s examination pattern includes negative marking in both Section A and Section B. Candidates should read the official information bulletin for the detailed marking scheme.

JEE Main 2027 Exam Languages

NTA will offer JEE Main 2027 in the following 13 languages:

1. English
2. Hindi
3. Assamese
4. Bengali
5. Gujarati
6. Kannada
7. Malayalam
8. Marathi
9. Odia
10. Punjabi
11. Tamil
12. Telugu
13. Urdu

Candidates should select their preferred examination language carefully while completing the application form.

JEE Main 2027 Session 2: April Examination

NTA will organise JEE Main 2027 in two sessions. The first session will take place in January 2027, and the second session will take place in April 2027.

Candidates who apply for Session 1 can use the same Application Number when they apply for Session 2. NTA will also provide a separate opportunity for candidates who want to appear only in the April session.

However, NTA has not yet released the detailed Session 2 registration schedule. Candidates should wait for the official notification instead of relying on unconfirmed dates.

Documents and Details to Keep Ready

Before starting the JEE Main 2027 application, candidates should arrange the following information and documents, wherever applicable:

• Class 10 certificate or marksheet to check name and date of birth.
• Personal and contact details.
• DigiLocker, JanParichay or e-Pramaan login credentials.
• Recent photograph.
• Scanned signature.
• Required academic and category-related details or documents.
• Active email address and mobile number.
• Online payment facility.

NTA may specify particular file formats, document dimensions and upload sizes in its information bulletin and application portal. Check those instructions before uploading any document. Avoid relying on unofficial photo-size or signature-size information.

Important Official Links – JEE Main 2027

Candidates can use the following official links to access the application portal and read NTA’s latest notices.

JEE Main 2027 Helpdesk

Candidates who face registration problems or need clarification about the application process can contact NTA directly.

• Helpline Numbers: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
• Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in
• Official Website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Keep your Application Number and relevant application details ready when contacting the helpdesk. This will help the support team understand your query.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When did JEE Main 2027 registration start?

NTA started the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 online application process on 24 October 2026.

2. What is the last date for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration?

Candidates can submit their applications without a late fee until 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

3. Can I apply for JEE Main 2027 after 22 November?

Yes. NTA has announced a late-fee application window from 23 November to 26 November 2026. Candidates must complete the application and fee payment within the announced deadline.

4. What is the JEE Main 2027 correction date?

NTA has scheduled the application correction window from 27 November to 29 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

5. Can I submit a fresh JEE Main 2027 application after already paying the fee?

Yes. NTA’s clarification dated 30 October 2026 allows candidates to submit a fresh application even if they have already generated an Application Number or paid the fee. However, NTA will consider the last application valid only when the candidate successfully pays the fee and generates its Confirmation Page.

6. Will NTA refund the fee paid for the earlier application?

No. NTA will neither refund the fee paid for the earlier application nor adjust it against the fresh application.

7. Can I use two Application Numbers to appear in JEE Main 2027?

No. Candidates cannot appear or attempt to appear more than once in the same session using multiple Application Numbers. NTA treats such an attempt as Unfair Means (UFM).

8. Is DigiLocker mandatory for JEE Main 2027 registration?

NTA has advised candidates to use their own DigiLocker, JanParichay or e-Pramaan credentials and complete Re-KYC through DigiLocker before filling out the application. Candidates should follow the instructions in the official advisory.

9. When will JEE Main 2027 Session 1 take place?

NTA has scheduled the examination for 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.

10. When can candidates download the JEE Main 2027 admit card?

According to the announced schedule, candidates can download the Session 1 admit card from 13 January 2027.

11. How many sessions will JEE Main 2027 have?

JEE Main 2027 will have two sessions: January 2027 and April 2027.

12. What is the official website for JEE Main 2027?

Candidates can visit jeemain.nta.nic.in to access the official JEE Main 2027 portal.

Conclusion

JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration is now open. Candidates should complete their applications before the regular deadline of 22 November 2026. Before submitting the form, check your name, date of birth, identity details, photograph, signature and other information carefully.

Candidates who have already submitted an application should read NTA’s 30 October clarification before choosing between a fresh application and the correction window. The 28 October DigiLocker advisory also explains important steps for identity verification.

For accurate information, visit the official NTA website and read the original public notices linked in this article. UpJobRadar will share further updates when NTA releases new information.

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