JEE Main 2027
Joint Entrance Examination (Main)
JEE Main is the national engineering and architecture entrance conducted by NTA twice a year. Its rank decides admission to NITs, IIITs and other centrally funded institutes through JoSAA/CSAB, and its top scorers qualify for JEE Advanced.
- Conducted by
- National Testing Agency (NTA)
- Mode
- Computer Based Test (CBT); the Drawing Test of Paper 2A is on paper
- Frequency
- Twice a year (Session 1 in January, Session 2 in April); the better NTA score counts
- Duration
- 3 hours (3 hours 30 minutes if both B.Arch and B.Planning are taken)
JEE Main 2027 Application Form
Updated on 18 October 2026 · Compiled from official National Testing Agency notices
Applications are online only at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The steps, fees and file rules below follow the 2026 Information Bulletin and should be rechecked against the 2027 bulletin.
How to apply
- 1
Read the bulletin
Download the Information Bulletin from jeemain.nta.nic.in and check eligibility, fee table, file specifications and the papers you want.
- 2
Register and get an application number
Enter basic details with a mobile number and email you control, create a password and choose a security question. The application number generated is used for both sessions.
- 3
Fill the application form
Log in with the application number and password. Enter personal details, choose Paper 1, 2A, 2B or a combination, select exam cities, give your Class 10 and Class 12 details and the state code of eligibility.
- 4
Choose exam cities
You may select up to four cities in order of preference, restricted to the state of your present or permanent address. NTA can allot a different city for logistical reasons.
- 5
Upload images and documents
Upload a live photograph during form filling, plus the scanned photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate or marksheet and, where applicable, the PwD/UDID certificate.
- 6
Pay the fee online
Pay by net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI. Processing charges and GST are extra. The Confirmation Page is generated only after successful payment.
- 7
Download the Confirmation Page
Save the PDF and note the application number. If payment is deducted but the page is not generated, contact the bank or payment gateway.
- 8
Use the correction window
Only selected fields can be edited during the notified window. Photograph, signature and certificates were not open to correction in 2026.
Application fee (2026 cycle, per session)
The 2027 fee is not announced. This is the table printed in the 2026 bulletin; amounts are in rupees and exclude processing charges and GST.
| Papers | Category | Centres in India | Centres outside India |
|---|---|---|---|
| One paper (Paper 1, 2A or 2B) | General male | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 |
| One paper | General female | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| One paper | Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL male | ₹900 | ₹4,500 |
| One paper | Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL female | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| One paper | SC / ST / PwD / PwBD (male or female) | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| One paper | Third gender | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| Two or more papers | General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL male | ₹2,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Two or more papers | General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL female | ₹1,600 | ₹8,000 |
| Two or more papers | SC / ST / PwD / PwBD and third gender | ₹1,000 | ₹5,000 |
Source: JEE (Main) 2026 Information Bulletin. Some coaching sites printed different figures; follow the bulletin.
Documents and details to keep ready
- Class 10 certificate or marksheet (the scorecard name follows it).
- Class 12 roll number, board and year, or details of the exam you are appearing in.
- Category details for OBC-NCL, EWS, SC or ST: in 2026 you typed the certificate number, issue date and issuing authority; the certificate itself is checked at admission.
- PwD/PwBD candidates: UDID card or disability certificate in PDF.
- An identity proof if you do not verify identity through Aadhaar or DigiLocker.
- A mobile number and email address you can access all through the cycle.
- A payment method for the online fee.
Photo, signature and file specifications (2026 bulletin)
| Upload | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph: colour, white background, 80% of face visible including ears, no mask | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB to 200 KB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB to 100 KB |
| Class 10 or equivalent certificate / marksheet | 50 KB to 300 KB | |
| Identity proof (only if not using Aadhaar or DigiLocker) | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB to 200 KB |
| Disability / UDID certificate | 50 KB to 300 KB |
The bulletin gives no centimetre or pixel dimensions. A live photograph was also captured by webcam or phone QR code during form filling.
Corrections and common mistakes
The 2026 bulletin said corrections in certain fields would be allowed in a window to be notified. Media reports placed the 2026 Session 1 window on 1-2 December 2025. NTA does not accept corrections by post, fax, WhatsApp, email or hand, and uploaded photograph, signature and certificates were not to be corrected later.
Mistakes that cost candidates
Filing more than one application form (treated as unfair means and can cancel the result), using someone else's photograph or signature, choosing the wrong state code of eligibility, a name or date of birth that differs from the Class 10 certificate, selecting cities outside your address states, and leaving payment incomplete.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need separate registration for Session 2?
In 2026 the same application number was used for both sessions. Session 1 applicants logged in and paid the Session 2 fee in that window; candidates who skipped Session 1 could register when the Session 2 form opened. Confirm the 2027 process in the bulletin.
Is APAAR ID mandatory?
NTA's 2026 FAQ said APAAR ID was not mandatory. The 2026 form required a live photograph and identity verification through Aadhaar or DigiLocker or an uploaded ID. Rules may change for 2027.