JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Registration, Exam Dates, Application Process and Exam Pattern
The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the public notice for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 on 24 October 2026. The exam is scheduled for January 2027.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1: important dates
As per the NTA public notice dated 24 October 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration begins | 24 October 2026 |
| Regular application deadline | 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Last date for regular fee payment | 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Late-fee application window | 23–26 November 2026 |
| Last date for late-fee payment | 26 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Application correction window | 27–29 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| Exam city announcement | 30 December 2026 |
| Admit card download | 13 January 2027 |
| Session 1 examination | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 |
Check the official NTA website regularly for updates and any revised dates.
Official registration link
Submit your Session 1 application online on the official NTA portal.
jeemain.nta.nic.inImportant instructions
- Applications must be submitted online.
- Submit only one application form per candidate.
- Follow the instructions in the official Information Bulletin.
- The registered email address and mobile number should belong to the candidate or parents/guardians, because NTA sends important communications by email and SMS.
Who should apply?
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech.
For admission to undergraduate engineering at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions and participating institutions or universities. Paper 1 is also the eligibility exam for JEE Advanced, used for IIT admission.
Paper 2A: B.Arch.
For candidates seeking admission to undergraduate architecture programmes.
Paper 2B: B.Planning
For candidates seeking admission to undergraduate planning programmes.
Refer to the official Information Bulletin for eligibility criteria and detailed requirements for each paper.
JEE Main 2027 paper pattern
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech.
Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Section A and Section B both have negative marking for incorrect answers. See the Information Bulletin for the complete marking scheme.
| Subject | Section A (MCQs) | Section B (Numerical) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 |
| Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 |
| Total | 60 | 15 | 75 |
Paper 2A: B.Arch.
CBT mode, except the Drawing Test, which is attempted offline on an A4-size drawing sheet.
- Mathematics
- Aptitude Test
- Drawing Test
Paper 2B: B.Planning
Conducted in Computer-Based Test mode.
- Mathematics
- Aptitude Test
- Planning
For the exact question distribution and instructions for Papers 2A and 2B, refer to the official JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin.
Exam duration and timings
| Examination | Duration |
|---|---|
| Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech. | 3 hours |
| Paper 2A: B.Arch. | 3 hours |
| Paper 2B: B.Planning | 3 hours |
| B.Arch. and B.Planning together | 3 hours 30 minutes |
Shift timings (IST)
| Exam length | First shift | Second shift |
|---|---|---|
| 3 hours | 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| 3 hours 30 minutes | 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM | 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM |
Verify your own shift and reporting instructions on your admit card.
Exam languages
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. Check the Information Bulletin for the applicable language options.
Can I apply for Session 2 separately?
Yes. You can apply for Session 1 and pay the applicable fee. A separate opportunity for Session 2, scheduled for April 2027, will be provided through a later notification. If you apply for Session 1, you can use the same application number for Session 2, subject to the official instructions. Candidates who want to appear only in Session 2 can register when that window opens.
JEE Main 2027 preparation resources
Important instructions for candidates
- Complete the online application before the deadline.
- Check all personal and academic details carefully before submitting.
- Use an email address and mobile number belonging to the candidate or parents/guardians.
- Submit only one application form.
- Follow the official instructions for fee payment and correction.
- Download the admit card when available and verify the exam details.
- Check the NTA website regularly for announcements and revised instructions.
NTA helpdesk
Telephone: 011-40759000 / 011-69227700
Email: jeemain@nta.ac.in
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Frequently asked questions
When does JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration begin?
On 24 October 2026, according to the NTA public notice dated 24 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The regular deadline is 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM. A late-fee window runs from 23 to 26 November 2026.
When is Session 1 conducted?
On 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.
When can I correct my application?
From 27 to 29 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
What is the duration of Paper 1?
Three hours.
Is JEE Main 2027 conducted online?
Paper 1 and Paper 2B are computer-based tests. Paper 2A is also computer-based, except the Drawing Test, which is attempted offline on an A4 drawing sheet.
Where can I get the JEE Main 2027 syllabus?
On our JEE Main 2027 syllabus PDF page.
Where can I find official updates?
On the official NTA website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Always verify deadlines and exam instructions on the official NTA website.