Published: October 7, 2026

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to begin the registration process for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 shortly. While the detailed application notification and registration dates are yet to be officially released, NTA has already announced the examination schedule for the January 2027 session.

According to the NTA examination calendar, JEE Main 2027 Session 1 will be conducted on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 and 30, 2027. January 31 has been kept as a buffer date.

The JEE Main 2027 application form is expected to be made available through the official JEE Main website. Candidates preparing for engineering entrance examinations are advised to keep their documents and personal details ready so they can complete the application process once the registration window opens.

JEE Main 2027 Registration: What We Know So Far

Particular	Details
Exam	JEE Main 2027
Conducting authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Session 1	January 2027
Registration	Expected to begin soon
Session 1 examination	January 22–24 and January 28–30, 2027
Buffer date	January 31, 2027
Examination mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Official website	jeemain.nta.nic.in

When Will JEE Main 2027 Registration Begin?

NTA has not yet announced the exact opening date and closing date for the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application window. However, the agency is expected to release the detailed notification shortly.

In the previous cycle, NTA issued the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 application notification on October 31, 2025. Based on the current timeline, candidates can expect the JEE Main 2027 registration process to begin around October 2026, although the exact date will be confirmed only through the official NTA notification.

Important: Candidates should not treat an expected registration date as an official deadline. The final application dates, fee details and correction-window schedule will be known only after NTA publishes the JEE Main 2027 information bulletin.

JEE Main 2027 January Session Exam Dates

NTA’s 2026–27 examination calendar has already provided the Session 1 examination dates.

• January 22, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 23, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 24, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 28, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 29, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 30, 2027 – JEE Main Session 1
• January 31, 2027 – Buffer date

The January 31 buffer date is intended to provide flexibility to the examination authority in case an examination cannot be conducted as scheduled. Candidates should check the final notification for any subsequent changes.

Who Is Eligible for JEE Main 2027?

Based on the eligibility framework followed in the previous JEE Main cycle, candidates who passed their Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing for Class 12 in 2027, are eligible to appear for JEE Main 2027.

There is no age limit for appearing in JEE Main. However, candidates must satisfy the age and other admission requirements prescribed by the particular institution in which they seek admission.

Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or earlier were not eligible under the previous year’s corresponding criteria. Since the final JEE Main 2027 information bulletin has not yet been released, students should verify the final eligibility conditions when NTA opens registration.

JEE Main 2027 Eligibility for B.E. and B.Tech

For candidates seeking admission to B.E. or B.Tech programmes through the NIT+ system, Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects in the qualifying examination, along with one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology or a technical vocational subject under the applicable rules.

Admission to NITs, IIITs and other participating institutions can also involve additional Class 12 performance requirements.

Candidates seeking admission to the NIT+ system generally need at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 or to be within the top 20 percentile of their respective board. For SC and ST candidates, the corresponding minimum is 65%.

Candidates should verify the final JoSAA/CSAB admission rules applicable to their year of admission.

JEE Main 2027 Papers

JEE Main consists of different papers depending on the undergraduate programme a candidate wishes to pursue:

• Paper 1: B.E. / B.Tech
• Paper 2A: B.Arch
• Paper 2B: B.Planning

Paper 1 is based on Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

JEE Main is used for admission to NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions and participating institutions. It also serves as the qualifying examination for candidates seeking to progress to JEE Advanced for IIT admissions.

JEE Main 2027: Two Sessions

JEE Main is conducted in two sessions, normally in January and April.

Candidates who take the January session can subsequently appear in the April session to improve their performance, subject to the rules announced by NTA for the particular examination cycle.

For students, appearing in both sessions can provide an additional opportunity to improve their NTA score and overall position. Candidates should carefully check the final 2027 information bulletin for the exact registration and fee provisions for Session 2.

JEE Main 2027 Application: Documents to Keep Ready

Although the final list of requirements will be specified in the JEE Main 2027 information bulletin, candidates should generally keep the following information and documents ready:

• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Class 10 certificate or details
• Class 12 or equivalent examination details
• Valid identity document
• Category certificate, wherever applicable
• PwD/PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
• Valid mobile number and email address
• Banking or digital payment facility for application fee

NTA may specify particular file formats, sizes and authentication requirements. Candidates should follow the instructions displayed on the official application portal rather than relying on specifications from previous years.

How to Apply for JEE Main 2027

Once the registration window opens, candidates will be able to apply online through the official JEE Main website.

1. Visit the official JEE Main website.
2. Open the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration link.
3. Complete the candidate registration process.
4. Enter personal, academic and examination details.
5. Upload the required documents and images in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee through the available online payment facility.
7. Review all information carefully before final submission.
8. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

JEE Main 2027 Registration: Important Advice for Students

Engineering aspirants should not wait for the application window to open before checking their documents. Students should verify their Class 10 and Class 12 details, name spelling, date of birth, category information and identification documents in advance.

Candidates should also be particularly careful when entering their academic information because errors in the application form can create problems during examination, counselling or admission.

Since the January examination is scheduled to begin on January 22, 2027, students should also use the remaining preparation period effectively rather than waiting for the application form before starting revision and mock-test practice.

JEE Main 2027 Registration: Key Takeaway

The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination is scheduled for January 22–24 and January 28–30, 2027, with January 31 kept as a buffer date.

The application process is expected to open soon, but NTA has not yet announced the exact registration dates as of October 7, 2026.

Candidates should regularly check the official JEE Main website for the registration notification and information bulletin. Once released, the bulletin will provide the definitive details regarding application dates, eligibility, fees, examination pattern, syllabus and other requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will JEE Main 2027 registration begin?

NTA is expected to begin JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration soon. The exact opening date has not yet been officially announced as of October 7, 2026.

When will JEE Main 2027 Session 1 be conducted?

The January Session 1 examination is scheduled for January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 and 30, 2027. January 31 has been kept as a buffer date.

Who can appear for JEE Main 2027?

Under the eligibility criteria followed in the previous cycle, candidates who passed Class 12/equivalent in 2025 or 2026, or who are appearing in Class 12 in 2027, can appear. The final JEE Main 2027 notification should be checked for confirmation.

Is there an age limit for JEE Main 2027?

There is no age limit for appearing in JEE Main under the current eligibility framework. Individual institutes may, however, have their own admission-related age requirements.

How many times can students appear for JEE Main?

The current eligibility framework allows candidates to appear in JEE Main for three consecutive years after Class 12, with the examination conducted in two sessions each year. Candidates should check the final 2027 information bulletin for the definitive attempt rules.

Where can I register for JEE Main 2027?

The application will be available through the official JEE Main website at jeemain.nta.nic.in once NTA opens the registration window.