The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the JEE Main Application Form 2027 for Session 1 on October 24, 2026, on the official JEE Main website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The last date to submit the Session 1 application form is November 22, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM). The application form for Session 2 will be released on January 5, 2027.
The Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) 2027 will be held in two sessions, in January 2027 and April 2027, for admission to undergraduate engineering courses offered by IITs, NITs, and CFTIs.
The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam will be conducted from January 20 to 24, 2027, and on January 28, 2027. The exam will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode and will cover Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from the NCERT Class 11 and 12 curricula.
Candidates should note that JEE Main is the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced, through which admission to Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) is offered. Many private institutes also accept JEE Main scores for admission to BTech and BE courses.
If you are preparing for JEE Main 2027, you can find all the important details and updates, including the application process, dates, eligibility to apply, pattern, syllabus and other details related to the exam, on this SciAstra blog.
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What is JEE Main?
The Joint Entrance Exam Main (JEE Main) is an entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes offered by NITs, CFTIs, and institutions/universities funded or recognised by state governments in India. This is the qualifying exam for JEE Advanced through which admissions to IITs are offered.
The JEE Main consists of two papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Paper 1 is held for undergraduate engineering programmes offered by NITs, IITs, CFTIs, and institutions/universities funded or recognised by state governments.
JEE Main Paper 2 is conducted for admission to the Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and Bachelor of Planning (BPlan) courses in India.
Candidates need to note that JEE Main is the eligibility test for JEE Advanced, which is conducted for admission to IITs. Therefore, as we mentioned earlier, the JEE Main is also held for admission to IITs.
People often refer to both JEE Main Paper 1 and Paper 2 collectively as "JEE Mains".
When will JEE Main 2027 registration start?
The JEE Main exam has separate registration for both sessions. Session 1 registration will tentatively start in the fourth week of October 2026. Session 2 registration is expected to start in the first week of February 2027.
When will JEE Main 2027 be conducted?
The JEE Main exam 2027 is expected to be conducted between the fourth week of January 2027 and the first week of February 2027 for Session 1. Session 2 will tentatively be held in the first and second weeks of April 2027.
Can I apply for both JEE Main Session 1 and Session 2?
Yes, candidates can apply for both Session 1 and Session 2 of JEE Main. They have to fill out separate registration forms for both sessions on the official NTA website.
JEE Main 2027: Overview
To understand the JEE Main 2027 exam quickly, candidates can check the following most important details related to it:
JEE Main 2026 Overview | |
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Exam conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
Official website | https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/ |
Exam level | National |
Exam frequency | Twice a year (in January and April) |
Exam mode | Computer-based Test (Online) |
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Exam duration |
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Exam medium | Conducted in 13 languages – English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Marathi, Malayalam, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu |
Total marks | 300 marks for Paper-1 for BE/BTech 400 marks for Paper-2A for BArch 400 marks for Paper-2B for BPlan |
Marking scheme | Each correct response = +4 marks Each incorrect response = -1 mark Not attempted questions = 0 mark |
Total questions | BE/BTech: 75 questions in Paper 1 BArch: 77 questions in Paper 2A BPlan: 100 questions in Paper 2B |
Colleges accepting the exam scores |
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JEE Main 2027 Dates
JEE Main is conducted in two sessions every year: in January and April. Check out the complete schedule for JEE Main 2027 below.
JEE Mains 2027 Dates for January Session
Check out the dates for the January session of the JEE Mains 2027 below:
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Dates | |
Event | Dates |
JEE Main 2027 Release of Notification (Session 1) | October 24, 2026 |
JEE Main 2027 Application Form Start (Session 1) | October 24, 2026 |
JEE Main 2027 Last Date to Apply (January Session) | November 22, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 Application Fee Payment Deadline (Session 1) Without a Late Fee | November 22, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 Application with a Late Fee of INR 500 (Session 1) With a Late Fee | November 23 to 26, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 Correction Window (Session 1) | November 27 to 29, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 City Intimation Slip (Session 1) | December 30, 2026 |
JEE Main 2027 Admit Card Release (Session 1) | January 13, 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates (Session 1) | January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027 (CONFIRMED) |
JEE Main 2027 Answer Key Release (Session 1) | First week of February 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Result Declaration (Session 1) | Second week of February 2027 |
JEE Mains 2027 Dates for April Session
The dates for the JEE Mains 2027 April sessions are mentioned below:
JEE Main 2027 Session 2 Dates | |
Event | Dates |
JEE Main 2027 Application Form Start (Session 2) | January 5, 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Last Date to Apply (Session 2) | February 3, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 Application Fee Payment Deadline (Session 2) (For prescribed fee) | February 3, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 (Session 2) Online Application Form Submission with a Late Fee of INR 500 | February 4 to 7, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 Application Correction Window (Session 2) | February 8 to 10, 2027 (up to 11:50 PM) |
JEE Main 2027 City Intimation Slip (Session 2) | March 12, 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Admit Card Release (Session 2) | March 25, 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates (Session 2) | April 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Answer Key Release (Session 2) | Third week of April 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Result Declaration (Session 2) | Fourth week of April 2027 |
What is the last date to fill out the JEE Main 2027 application form?
The last date to fill out the JEE Main 2027 application form without a late fee is November 22, 2026, for Session 1. Candidates can fill out the Session 1 application form with a late fee of INR 500 from November 23 to 26, 2026.
For Session 2, the JEE Main 2027 application process will close on February 3, 2027. Candidates can fill out the Session 1 application form with a late fee of INR 500 from February 4 to 7, 2027.
When will the JEE Main 2027 admit card be released?
The JEE Main admit card 2027 is expected to be released in the third week of January 2027 for Session 1 and in the fourth week of March 2027 for Session 2.
When will the JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip be released?
The JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip is expected to be released in the third week of January 2027 for Session 1 and in the fourth week of March 2027 for Session 2. The slip will be released at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who cleared Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or students appearing in Class 12 in 2027 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, can apply for JEE Main 2027. There are category-wise minimum qualifying marks criteria to fill out the application form for the exam. Check out the criteria below:
JEE Main 2027 Minimum Qualifying Marks In 12th/Equivalent Exam | |
Candidate Category | JEE Main Qualifying Marks |
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Click on the link below to check the complete details about the JEE Main 2027 eligibility criteria.
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria
JEE Main 2027 Application Process
The JEE Main 2027 application form for Session 1 was released on October 24, 2026, at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The application process for Session 2 of JEE Main 2027 will start on January 5, 2027 on the same official website.
To fill out the form, candidates can use the following steps:
Complete JEE Main Registration
Visit the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, and click on the JEE Main 2027 application link.
Click on New Registration and read the instructions carefully.
Proceed to the MeriPehchaan authentication facility and select DigiLocker to log in using your existing credentials. Follow the on-screen instructions to verify your identity and provide the required consent.
If you do not have a DigiLocker account, follow the registration and identity verification instructions provided through the available facility.
Complete the initial registration, enter the required personal and contact details, and note down your application number.
Fill Out the JEE Main Application Form
Log in using your application number and password.
Enter your personal, academic and contact details.
Select the examination paper and preferred examination cities.
Upload the live photograph, scanned passport-size photograph, signature and other documents required by NTA.
Upload the applicable PwD/PwBD certificate, if required.
Review all the information before proceeding.
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the prescribed application fee according to your category, gender, selected papers and examination centre location.
Complete the payment using an available online payment method, such as UPI, debit card, credit card or net banking.
Verify that the payment has been processed successfully.
Download the Confirmation Page
After successful fee payment, download the confirmation page.
Save the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
Note: Follow the latest instructions on the official NTA portal for authentication, document uploads and application submission. The last date to apply for Session 1 without a late fee is November 22, 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
JEE Main Application 2027 Direct Link
To apply for JEE Main 2027, candidates can use the direct link provided below:
JEE Main 2027 Application Form Direct Link | |
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JEE Main 2027 Application Form Session 1 Direct Link | |
JEE Main 2027 Application Form Session 2 Direct Link | To be released |
JEE Mains Application Fees 2027
The JEE Main application process will be completed successfully only if candidates pay the application fee. The category-wise JEE Main 2027 application fees are mentioned below:
Course(s) / Paper(s) | Category | Gender | Fee (India) in INR | Fee (Outside India) In INR |
Paper 1: BE/BTech OR Paper 2A: BArch OR Paper 2B: BPlanning | General | Male | 1000 | 5000 |
Female | 800 | 4000 | ||
Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) | Male | 900 | 4500 | |
Female | 800 | 4000 | ||
SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Male | 500 | 2500 | |
Female | 500 | 2500 | ||
Third Gender | 500 | 2500 | ||
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech & Paper 2A: BArch OR Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech & Paper 2B: BPlanning OR Paper 1: BE/BTech, Paper 2A: BArch & Paper 2B: BPlanning OR Paper 2A: Arch & Paper 2B: BPlanning | General/Gen-EWS/OBC (NCL) | Male | 2000 | 10000 |
Female | 1600 | 8000 | ||
SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Male | 1000 | 5000 | |
Female | 1000 | 5000 | ||
Third Gender | 1000 | 5000 | ||
Note: Service Charges & GST (as applicable) will be charged extra by the Bank. | ||||
JEE Main 2027 Pattern
The question papers of JEE Main 2027 can be categorised into two categories: Paper 1 and Paper 2.
JEE Main Paper 1 is for candidates who aim to get admission to Bachelor of Engineering (BE) and Bachelor of Technology (BTech) courses.
JEE Main Paper 2 is of two types: Paper 2A and Paper 2B. Paper 2A is for candidates who want to get admission to Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), and Paper 2B is for candidates who want to get admission to Bachelor of Planning (BPlan) courses.
The details of the exam pattern for these papers are as follows:
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2027 for Paper 1 (BE/BTech)
Check out the JEE Main exam pattern for BE/Tech:
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern for Paper 1: BE/BTech | |
Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Type of Questions | Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
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Total Number of Questions | 75 questions |
Total Marks | 300 marks |
Marking Scheme for Section A |
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Marking Scheme for Section B |
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How many questions are there in JEE Main 2027?
The JEE Main exam has 3 papers. Paper 1 consists of 75 questions, Paper 2A has 77 questions, and Paper 2B has 100 questions.
What are the total marks of JEE Main 2027?
The JEE Main exam has different weightages of marks for all papers. Paper 1 carries 300 marks, while Paper 2A and Paper 2B carry 400 marks each.
What is the duration of the JEE Main exam?
The JEE Main exam duration for Paper 1 (BE/BTech), Paper 2A (BArch), and Paper 2B (BPlanning) is 180 minutes for all papers. Paper 2A has a drawing test, which is conducted separately in pen-and-paper mode.
What is the JEE Main 2027 marking scheme?
In the JEE Main exam, candidates get +4 marks for each correct answer and -1 mark for each incorrect answer in the objective and numerical sections. There is no negative marking for the BArch Drawing Test. Unattempted questions receive zero/null marks.
JEE Main Exam Pattern 2027 for Paper 2A (BArch)
The JEE Main exam pattern 2027 for Paper 2A (BArch) is as follows:
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for Paper 2A: BArch | |
Exam Mode | Part I: Mathematics Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Part II: Aptitude Test Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Part III: Drawing Test Exam Mode: Pen and Paper Based (Offline) |
Type of Questions | Part I: Mathematics: Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Part II: Aptitude Test: Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Part III: Drawing Test Exam Mode: Questions to test drawing aptitude |
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Total Number of Questions | 77 questions |
Total Marks | 400 marks |
Marking Scheme for Section A of Mathematics |
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Marking Scheme for Section B of Mathematics |
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Marking Scheme for Aptitude Test |
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JEE Main Exam Pattern 2027 for Paper 2B (BPlanning)
The JEE Main 2027 exam pattern for Paper 2B (BPlanning) has been provided below:
JEE Main 2026 Exam Pattern for Paper 2A: BPlanning | |
Exam Mode | Part I: Mathematics Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Part II: Aptitude Test Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) Part II: Planning-Based Questions Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
Type of Questions | Part I: Mathematics: Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Part II: Aptitude Test: Objective Type - Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Part II: Drawing Test Exam Mode: Questions to test drawing aptitude |
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Total Number of Questions | 100 questions |
Total Marks | 400 marks |
Marking Scheme for Section A of Mathematics |
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Marking Scheme for Section B of Mathematics |
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Marking Scheme for Aptitude Test |
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JEE Main 2027 Syllabus by NTA
The JEE Main 2027 will be based on the NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 curricula for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics (PCM).
The JEE Main 2027 Notification was released on Octobet 24, 2026 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The official syllabus PDF for PCM will be available below once it is released by NTA. Meanwhile, candidates can download the PDF of the latest JEE Main syllabus here.
JEE Main 2027 Syllabus PDF | |
JEE Main 2027 Syllabus PDF (Official) | JEE Main 2027 Syllabus |
JEE Main 2027 Admit Card
The JEE Main 2027 hall ticket for the Session 1 will be released January 13, 2027 at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
The admit card for the Session 2 will be issued on 2027 session is expected to be released in the first week of April on the official JEE Main website. To download the admit card/hall ticket, candidates can use the following steps:
Visit the JEE Main 2026 website – jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Click on the admit card link.
Enter your JEE application number and password.
The admit card will appear on the screen. Save it as a PDF.
JEE Main 2027 Answer Key
To help candidates know the answers to the questions in JEE Main 2027 Session 1/Session 2, NTA will release the JEE Main 2027 provisional answer key at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Candidates will be allowed to raise objections against the provisional answer key online by paying a fee decided by NTA.
After considering all the objections, the exam authority will release the JEE Main 2027 final answer key.
The steps to download the answer keys are as follows:
Visit the official website of JEE Main – jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Click on the "Answer Key for JEE (Main)-2027 [Session-I] [Paper-1 (B.E/B.Tech)]" or Answer Key for JEE (Main)-2027 [Session-I] [Paper-2 (B.Arch/B.Planning)].
Enter your JEE Main 2027 application number and password.
Enter the provided CAPTCHA code.
The scorecard will appear on the screen. Save it as a PDF.
JEE Main 2027 Result
The results for both sessions of JEE Main 2027 will be released 15-20 days after the completion of the exam.
To download the JEE Main 2027 scorecard, use the steps mentioned below:
Visit the official website of JEE Main – jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Click on the "Results for JEE(Main)-2027 [Session-I] [Paper-1 (B.E/B.Tech)]" or Results for JEE(Main)-2027 [Session-I] [Paper-2 (B.Arch/B.Planning)].
Enter your JEE Main 2027 application number and password.
Enter the provided CAPTCHA code.
The scorecard will appear on the screen. Save it as a PDF.
