JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Important Dates, Exam Pattern, Application & Process.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the public notice for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 on 24 October 2026. The examination is scheduled for January 2027. Candidates planning to pursue undergraduate engineering, architecture or planning courses should check the application schedule, examination dates and paper pattern before applying.
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in two sessions: Session 1 in January 2027 and Session 2 in April 2027. The following details are based on the NTA public notice.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Important Dates
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Application form begins | 24 October 2026 |
Last date to apply | 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
Last date for fee payment without late fee | 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
Late application window | 23–26 November 2026 |
Late fee mentioned in the notice | ₹500 |
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 |
Examination city announcement | 30 December 2026 |
Admit card download date stated in notice | 13 January 2027 |
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam dates | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 |
Candidates should check the official website for any subsequent notices or changes to the schedule.
JEE Main 2027: Papers and Courses
JEE Main consists of different papers depending on the course a candidate wants to pursue.
Paper | Course | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
Paper 1 | B.E./B.Tech | Admission to undergraduate engineering programmes |
Paper 2A | B.Arch | Admission to undergraduate architecture programmes |
Paper 2B | B.Planning | Admission to undergraduate planning programmes |
Paper 1 is used for admission to NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) and participating state-government-funded or recognised institutions and universities. It is also an eligibility test for JEE Advanced, which is conducted for admission to IITs.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Pattern
Paper 1: B.E./B.Tech
Subject | Section A | Section B | Total Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Mathematics | 20 | 5 | 25 |
Physics | 20 | 5 | 25 |
Chemistry | 20 | 5 | 25 |
Total | 60 | 15 | 75 |
Paper 1 is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. Section A contains multiple-choice questions (MCQs), while Section B contains questions requiring numerical-value answers. According to the notice, negative marking applies to incorrect answers in both sections.
Paper 2A: B.Arch
Component | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
Mathematics – Part I | 20 Section A + 5 Section B |
Aptitude Test – Part II | 50 |
Drawing Test – Part III | 2 |
Total | 77 |
Paper 2A includes Mathematics, Aptitude Test and Drawing Test. The examination is computer based except for the Drawing Test, which is conducted offline using pen and paper on an A4-size drawing sheet.
Paper 2B: B.Planning
Component | Number of Questions |
|---|---|
Mathematics – Part I | 20 Section A + 5 Section B |
Aptitude Test – Part II | 50 |
Planning – Part III | 25 |
Total | 100 |
JEE Main 2027 Exam Duration and Timings
Examination Duration | First Shift (IST) | Second Shift (IST) |
|---|---|---|
3 hours | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM | 3:00 PM–6:00 PM |
3 hours 30 minutes | 9:00 AM–12:30 PM | 3:00 PM–6:30 PM |
The NTA notice specifies three hours for Paper 1, Paper 2A or Paper 2B individually, and three hours and thirty minutes for B.Arch and B.Planning taken together. Candidates should follow the shift assigned in their official examination documents.
Languages Available for JEE Main 2027
According to the NTA notice, JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in the following 13 languages:
English
Hindi
Assamese
Bengali
Gujarati
Kannada
Malayalam
Marathi
Odia
Punjabi
Tamil
Telugu
Urdu
Candidates should select their preferred language according to the options and instructions available in the official application form.
How to Apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1
Candidates must complete the application process online through the official JEE Main website.
Step | Application Process | Details |
|---|---|---|
1 | Visit Official Website | Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in. |
2 | Read Instructions | Read the JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin and application guidelines carefully. |
3 | Select Examination Paper | Choose the appropriate paper according to your intended course. |
4 | Fill Application Form | Enter all required application details carefully and accurately. |
5 | Provide Contact Details | Enter an accessible email address and mobile number belonging to you or your parent/guardian. |
6 | Pay Application Fee | Pay the applicable examination fee using the payment options available on the official portal. |
7 | Verify Submission | Confirm that your application and fee payment have been submitted successfully. |
8 | Save Confirmation | Keep the application confirmation and payment details for future reference. |
9 | Check Latest Updates | Visit the official website regularly for examination-city announcements, admit cards and |
Candidates should submit only one application form. The NTA notice warns that strict action may be taken against candidates who submit multiple forms.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 and Session 2
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in two sessions for the 2027–28 academic session.
Particular | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
Scheduled month | January 2027 | April 2027 |
Application details | Separate notification to be issued | |
Application number | New application for Session 1 | The same application number may be used if the candidate applied for Session 1 |
Candidates who wish to appear only for Session 2 may register when the application form for that session becomes available. They should check the official Information Bulletin and subsequent notifications for the relevant schedule.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Apply online through the official JEE Main website only.
Submit only one application form.
Read and follow the instructions in the Information Bulletin.
Provide an accessible registered email address and mobile number.
Check all application details carefully before submission.
Follow the official website for examination-city and admit-card updates.
Refer to the Information Bulletin for detailed eligibility requirements, fee information and examination rules.
Conclusion
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is scheduled for January 2027, and candidates should carefully note the application deadline, late-fee window, correction dates and examination schedule. Selecting the correct paper and following the official application instructions are important steps in the registration process.
For the latest updates, detailed eligibility criteria and official examination instructions, visit the National Testing Agency website at https://nta.ac.in/ or the JEE Main portal at https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.
Source: National Testing Agency (NTA), Public Notice dated 24 October 2026, “Inviting Online Application Form for Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2027 (Session 1).”
Frequently Asked Questions
When did JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration start?
According to the NTA public notice dated 24 October 2026, the application process began on 24 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?
The last date to submit the application and pay the fee without a late fee is 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.
Is there a late-fee option for JEE Main 2027?
Yes. The notice lists a late application window from 23 November to 26 November 2026, with a late fee of ₹500.
When is the JEE Main 2027 application correction window?
The correction window is scheduled from 27 November to 29 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM, through the official website.
When will the JEE Main 2027 examination city be announced?
The NTA notice lists 30 December 2026 as the examination-city announcement date.
When is the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 admit card scheduled?
The notice states 13 January 2027 as the date for downloading admit cards from the NTA website.
Written by
Eduspray India
25 Oct 2026