New Delhi, October 17, 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to begin registration for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 Session 1 next week. Engineering aspirants should prepare their documents and monitor the official website for the application notification.

Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate engineering programmes at the National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) and other participating institutions can apply online once registration opens.

As of October 17, NTA has not confirmed the exact registration dates. Candidates should therefore rely on the official notification for the application deadline, examination schedule and eligibility requirements.

JEE Main 2027 Registration: Important Dates

The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination is scheduled for January 2027. Candidates should check the official information bulletin for the confirmed registration dates and examination schedule.

The key details currently available are listed below.

Particulars	Details
Examination	Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027
Conducting authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Session 1 registration	Expected to begin in late October 2026
Application mode	Online
Session 1 examination	January 2027
Examination mode	Computer-based test
Official website	jeemain.nta.nic.in

The registration dates and application deadline are yet to be officially confirmed. Candidates should check the NTA website regularly for updates.

How to Apply for JEE Main 2027

Once the registration link becomes active, candidates can complete the application process online.

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
2. Open the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration link.
3. Complete the initial registration using the required details.
4. Log in with the generated application credentials.
5. Enter personal information and academic qualifications.
6. Select the examination paper and preferred examination cities.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature and other documents.
8. Pay the application fee through the available payment options.
9. Review the application carefully before submitting it.
10. Download the confirmation page and retain a copy for future reference.

Candidates should use a valid email address and mobile number. They should also ensure that all information matches their official records.

Documents to Keep Ready

Applicants can prepare the necessary documents before registration begins. This will help them complete the application without unnecessary delays.

The documents and details generally required include:

• Class 10 certificate or marksheet for date-of-birth details.
• Class 12 marksheet or qualifying examination details, where applicable.
• Valid identity proof.
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature.
• Category certificate, if applicable.
• PwD or PwBD certificate, where applicable.
• Valid email address and mobile number.
• Payment method for the application fee.

The exact document specifications will be provided in the JEE Main 2027 information bulletin. Candidates should follow those instructions before uploading files.

JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Students who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or are appearing for their qualifying examination in 2027, are expected to be eligible to appear for JEE Main 2027, subject to the official rules.

For admission to NITs, IIITs and other participating centrally funded technical institutions, candidates must also satisfy the applicable Class 12 subject and qualifying-mark requirements.

The usual admission requirement is at least 75% in Class 12 or placement within the top 20 percentile of the respective board. The minimum is 65% for SC and ST candidates under the applicable rules.

Candidates should distinguish between eligibility to appear for JEE Main and eligibility for admission to a particular institution. They must check the official bulletin and the relevant admission rules before applying.

JEE Main 2027: Two Examination Sessions

JEE Main is generally conducted in two sessions each year. The first session takes place in January, while the second is held in April.

Candidates may have the opportunity to appear in either session or both, subject to the official application rules.

Taking both sessions can give students another opportunity to improve their performance. Candidates should review the official guidelines regarding scores, ranking and the use of results for admission.

JEE Main Paper 1 is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes, including B.E. and B.Tech. courses. Paper 2A is for B.Arch. admissions, while Paper 2B is for B.Planning.

What Should Candidates Do Now?

With Session 1 registration expected to begin shortly, engineering aspirants should start preparing their applications.

Candidates should verify their personal details, check the validity of their certificates and ensure that scanned documents meet the prescribed specifications.

They should also review the JEE Main syllabus and continue preparing for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Students should avoid relying on unconfirmed registration dates or application-fee details circulated on unofficial websites.

The official NTA portal will provide the registration link, information bulletin, application fee, examination schedule and other important instructions once the notification is released.

Where to Check JEE Main 2027 Registration Updates

Candidates can visit the official JEE Main website for the latest announcements, application forms, eligibility rules and examination-related notifications.

Official website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Students should complete their applications only through the official portal after registration opens.

Disclaimer: The registration timeline mentioned above is based on information available on October 17, 2026. NTA has not yet confirmed the exact opening date or application deadline. Candidates should refer to the official notification for final details.