JEE Advanced 2027
Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced)
JEE Advanced is the entrance test for admission to undergraduate programmes at the 23 IITs, open only to the top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers. This hub covers the 2026 brochure facts and what to expect for the 2027 cycle.
- Conducted by
- One of the seven Zonal Coordinating IITs on rotation, under the Joint Admission Board (JAB). IIT Roorkee was the organizing institute for JEE Advanced 2026
- Mode
- Computer Based Test (CBT) at centres in India and abroad
- Frequency
- Once a year (usually in May)
- Duration
- Two compulsory papers of 3 hours each, held on the same day (4 hours each for eligible PwD candidates)
JEE Advanced 2027: Exam Date, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official One of the seven Zonal Coordinating IITs on rotation, under the Joint Admission Board notices
JEE Advanced is the only gateway to the Bachelor, Integrated Masters and Dual Degree programmes at the IITs. It is a second-stage test that you can attempt only after clearing the JEE Main cut for shortlisting.
About JEE Advanced
JEE Advanced is the second stage of the engineering entrance process in India and the gateway to undergraduate programmes at the 23 IITs. It is held by one of the IITs on a rotating basis under the Joint Implementation Committee, and only the top 2,50,000 JEE Main qualifiers may appear. It suits students aiming for B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Arch and integrated programmes at IITs, and the rank is also accepted by some other institutes. Seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling. The 2027 schedule is expected on jeeadv.ac.in, with the exam likely in May 2027, but this is unconfirmed.
JEE Advanced 2027 at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) |
| Conducted by | One of the seven Zonal Coordinating IITs on rotation, under the Joint Admission Board (JAB). IIT Roorkee was the organizing institute for JEE Advanced 2026 |
| Frequency | Once a year (usually in May) |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) at centres in India and abroad |
| Duration | Two compulsory papers of 3 hours each, held on the same day (4 hours each for eligible PwD candidates) |
| Language | English and Hindi (candidates can switch during the test); AAT is in English only |
| Courses | B.Tech, B.S., B.Arch (through the Architecture Aptitude Test), Dual Degree and Integrated Masters programmes at the IITs |
| Accepted by | All 23 IITs through JoSAA. Some other institutes such as IISc Bengaluru, the IISERs, IIST, RGIPT and IIPE have also used JEE Advanced ranks and run their own admission processes |
| Official website | jeeadv.ac.in |
Key dates
JEE Advanced 2027 brochure and eligibility
Expected around Dec 2026
JEE Advanced 2027 registration
Expected late April to early May 2027
JEE Advanced 2027 exam
Expected in May 2027
JEE Advanced 2027 result
Expected about two weeks after the exam
What JEE Advanced is
JEE Advanced is held by the seven Zonal Coordinating IITs (Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras and Roorkee) under the guidance of the Joint Admission Board. One of them acts as the organizing institute each year on a rotation. For 2026 the brochure names IIT Roorkee as the organizing institute.
The test is fully computer based. Each of the two papers has Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics sections, and the questions test comprehension, reasoning and analytical ability rather than recall.
Why it matters
A JEE Advanced rank is required for a seat at any IIT. Without it you can still use your JEE Main rank for NITs, IIITs and other GFTIs through JoSAA, but not for IITs. The 2026 brochure also lists IISc Bengaluru, the IISERs, IIST, RGIPT and IIPE as institutes that have admitted students using JEE Advanced ranks; contact them directly for their rules.
Qualifying does not guarantee a seat. The brochure states that admission depends on merit and the seats available in each round of seat allocation.
Key facts at a glance
| Item | Detail (2026 brochure) |
|---|---|
| Eligibility gate | Top 2,50,000 in the JEE Main 2026 B.E./B.Tech. paper |
| Exam date | 17 May 2026: Paper 1 09:00-12:00, Paper 2 14:30-17:30 IST |
| Mode | Computer based test only |
| Result date | 1 June 2026 |
| AAT (B.Arch) | 4 June 2026, 09:00-12:00 IST; B.Arch only at IIT (BHU) Varanasi, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Roorkee |
| Admission process | JoSAA seat allocation |
How admission works
- 1
Clear JEE Main
Appear in the JEE Main B.E./B.Tech. paper and be within the top 2,50,000 as per the category-wise distribution.
- 2
Register and write JEE Advanced
Register on jeeadv.ac.in, pay the fee, download the admit card and appear in both papers.
- 3
Get a rank
Score above the minimum marks in each subject and in aggregate to enter the rank list.
- 4
Meet the Class 12 criterion
Have 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC, ST, PwD) or be in the top 20 percentile of your board.
- 5
Participate in JoSAA
Fill choices, take part in the rounds, accept the seat, pay the fee and complete document verification.
Explore JEE Advanced 2027
- JEE Advanced DatesRegistration, exam and result timeline
- JEE Advanced Application FormSteps, fee, documents and photo rules
- JEE Advanced EligibilityWho can apply, attempts and age
- JEE Advanced Exam PatternSections, marks and marking scheme
- JEE Advanced SyllabusSubject-wise units and topics
- JEE Advanced Admit CardDownload steps and exam-day carry list
- JEE Advanced ResultScorecard, rank and what comes next
- JEE Advanced CutoffQualifying marks and admission cutoffs
- JEE Advanced CounsellingRounds, choice filling and documents
- JEE Advanced PreparationStudy plan, strategy and mistakes
- JEE Advanced All GuidesEvery guide, predictor and article
Frequently asked questions
Who conducts JEE Advanced?
The seven Zonal Coordinating IITs conduct it together, and one IIT is the organizing institute each year. For 2026 it was IIT Roorkee. Check jeeadv.ac.in for the organizing IIT of the next edition.
Can I apply for JEE Advanced without JEE Main?
Indian nationals and OCI/PIO (I) candidates cannot. Foreign nationals and OCI/PIO (F) candidates can register directly without JEE Main.
Which IIT conducts JEE Advanced 2027?
One of the seven zonal IITs conducts it each year on rotation. IIT Roorkee organised 2026. The organizer for 2027 will be named on jeeadv.ac.in.
How many attempts are allowed?
Two attempts in two consecutive years, as per criterion A3 of the 2026 brochure.
How many students are shortlisted from JEE Main?
The top 2,50,000 successful candidates in the B.E./B.Tech. paper, split by category: 40.5% OPEN, 27% OBC-NCL, 15% SC, 10% GEN-EWS and 7.5% ST, with 5% PwD within each.
What was the JEE Advanced 2026 registration fee?
₹1,600 for women, SC, ST and PwD candidates and ₹3,200 for others at Indian centres.
Is JEE Advanced computer based?
Yes. The 2026 exam was a computer based test only.
How many papers are there?
Two, Paper 1 and Paper 2, each three hours. You must appear in both to be ranked.
What is the marking scheme?
The brochure does not state it; it is given in the exam instructions. Third-party reports differ, so rely on the official instructions and mock tests.
What Class 12 marks do I need for an IIT seat?
75% aggregate (65% for SC, ST, PwD) or the top 20 percentile of your board, with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
How do I get B.Arch at an IIT?
Qualify in JEE Advanced, register for the AAT and pass it. B.Arch is at IIT (BHU) Varanasi, IIT Kharagpur and IIT Roorkee, with seats allotted by JEE Advanced rank.
Can foreign nationals write JEE Advanced?
Yes, by direct registration without JEE Main, if they meet the foreign national criteria. Their seats are supernumerary up to 10% per course.
What are the OCI/PIO options?
Cardholders from before 4 March 2021 choose between OCI/PIO (F) and OCI/PIO (I) at registration, and the choice cannot be changed. Later cardholders are treated as foreign nationals.
What is the preparatory course?
A one-year course for SC, ST and PwD candidates who qualify on relaxed criteria, filling vacant reserved seats, after which they join the allotted programme.