JEE Main 2027 Required Documents & Specifications: JEE Main 2027 registration for Session 1 has started on jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must keep their documents ready before starting to fill out the JEE Main 2027 application form to avoid last-minute issues.

NTA has specified the required file size, format, and dimensions for uploading documents in the JEE Main Session 1 application form. Uploading documents that do not meet the specifications can cause cancellation of candidature. Therefore, candidates must follow the NTA guidelines and specifications for documents before uploading.

SciAstra provides a list of documents required to fill out the JEE Main 2027 registration form and their correct specifications. 

Documents Required for JEE Main 2027 Registration

Candidates must keep the following documents and details ready before JEE Main 2027 registration:

  • Aadhaar card, PAN card, Driving License, or APAAR ID (any one needed for identity verification)

  • Class 10 marksheet/certificate

  • Class 12 or equivalent educational details

  • Category certificate (Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL/SC/ST), if applicable

  • PwD/PwBD or UDID certificate, if applicable

  • Active mobile number and email ID

  • Payment method (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

JEE Main 2027 Document Specifications: File Size and Format

Candidates must upload all the required documents for JEE Main 2027 registration as per the specifications specified by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The specification details are as follows:

JEE Main 2027 Documents

File Format

File Size

Photograph

JPG/JPEG

10 KB-200 KB

Signature

JPG/JPEG

10 KB-100 KB

Class 10 Certificate/Marksheet

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

PwD/UDID Certificate (if applicable)

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

Certificate of Physical Limitation to Write (if applicable)

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

Non-Indian Passport (if applicable)

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

JEE Main 2027 Photograph Specifications

Candidates must upload both a live photograph and a recent scanned passport-size photograph in the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application form. The photograph must meet the NTA specifications to avoid upload or verification issues.

Follow the provided specifications and format of the photograph for the JEE Main 2027 application form:

JEE Main 2027 Photograph 

Specifications 

Photograph type

Recent passport-size colour photograph

File format

JPG/JPEG

File size

10 KB to 200 KB

Photograph Dimensions

3.5 × 4.5 cm (standard passport-size format)

Background

White background

Face visibility

80% of the face, including ears, must be visible.

Mask

The photograph must be without a mask.

Clarity

Clearly legible photograph

Live photograph

Mandatory during application form submission

JEE Main 2027 Signature Specifications

Candidates must upload a clear, scanned copy of their signature in JPG/JPEG format while filling out the JEE Main 2027 application form. The signature should be clearly visible and meet the file size requirements specified by NTA.

Follow the signature specifications provided below to ensure a smooth JEE Main 2027 registration process.

JEE Main 2027 Signature

Specifications 

File format

JPG/JPEG

File size

10 KB to 100 KB

Signature dimensions

3.5 cm × 1.5 cm (standard format)

Paper

White paper is recommended for the background.

Clarity

Clearly legible

Image quality

Should not be blurred or distorted

JEE Main 2027 Category Certificate Requirements

Candidates applying under the General-EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, or ST categories should keep their valid category certificates ready while filling out the JEE Main 2027 application form. OBC-NCL candidates must ensure that their caste is included in the Central OBC-NCL list to claim reservation benefits at central institutions. Candidates should also select the correct category and provide the required certificate details in the application form.

Category

Certificate to keep ready

Details to check

General-EWS

Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate

Certificate number, issue date, and issuing authority

OBC-NCL

Other Backward Classes -  Non-Creamy Layer certificate

Certificate number, issue date, and issuing authority

SC

Scheduled Caste certificate

Category/community name and issuing authority

ST

Scheduled Tribe certificate

Category/tribe name and issuing authority

JEE Main 2027 PwD/PwBD Document Requirements

Applicants seeking PwD or PwBD benefits in JEE Main 2027 should have the necessary disability certificates and supporting documents available when completing their registration. They must consider the following points related to the PwD/PwBD certificate requirements:

Disability Certificate and UDID Card for JEE Main 2027

  • Disability certificate: Candidates claiming disability-related benefits must have a valid disability certificate issued by the notified medical authority.

  • UDID card: Candidates claiming benefits under UDID must upload a Physical Disability Certificate (Unique Disability Identification or UDID) issued by the notified medical authority with the online JEE Main 2027 application form.

  • Certificate regarding physical limitation to write: Candidates who require a scribe due to a physical limitation in writing must provide the prescribed certificate from the Chief Medical Officer, Civil Surgeon or Medical Superintendent of a government healthcare institution, wherever applicable.

Follow the below-provided upload format and file size:

Document

File format

File size

Physical Disability/UDID certificate

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

Certificate of physical limitation to write (if applicable)

PDF

50 KB-300 KB

How to Prepare Documents for JEE Main 2027 Upload?

Before uploading documents for JEE Main 2027 registration, candidates should ensure that all files meet the format, size, and quality requirements specified by NTA.

Some important points to keep in mind while preparing the documents are listed below:

  • Scan documents clearly if uploading from a computer.

  • Take clear pictures of documents with the letters showing clearly if uploading from a mobile phone.

  • Resize photographs and signatures according to NTA specifications.

  • Convert documents into the prescribed file format.

  • Compress PDF files without compromising readability.

  • Rename files according to their category.

  • Check file size before uploading.

  • Ensure that the uploaded details match the application form.

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Uploading JEE Main 2027 Documents

Candidates should ensure that all documents uploaded during JEE Main 2027 registration meet the file size, format, and quality requirements specified by NTA. Incorrect or unclear uploads may cause errors during registration or lead to issues with the application.

Some common mistakes to avoid while uploading documents for the JEE Main 2027 application form are the following:

  • Uploading photographs with incorrect dimensions.

  • Exceeding the prescribed file size.

  • Uploading blurred photographs or signatures.

  • Using an incorrect file format.

  • Providing mismatched personal details.

  • Uploading incomplete or unclear certificates.