JEE Main 2027 registration is open. Check the November 22 application deadline, late fee window, January exam dates and steps to apply online.
The race for engineering admissions in 2027 has begun, with the National Testing Agency (NTA) opening registrations for JEE Main 2027 Session 1. Candidates planning to appear for the January examination must submit their applications by November 22, 2026, or pay an additional fee to apply during the extended window.
The January session will be held on January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027, according to the announced schedule. Candidates can complete the JEE Main 2027 registration process through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Applicants who miss the regular deadline can submit their forms until November 26 by paying a late fee of Rs 500, as stated in the registration details provided.
JEE Main 2027: Important dates for Session 1
| Event | Date |
| Last date for regular registration | November 22, 2026 |
| Registration with late fee | Until November 26, 2026 |
| January session examination | January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027 |
The NTA has also announced the schedule for other examination-related events, including application form correction, city intimation slips and admit cards. Candidates should check the official portal for the respective dates and updates.
What does JEE Main qualify candidates for?
JEE Main is an entrance examination used for admission to engineering programmes at participating institutions, including National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) and Government Funded Technical Institutions (GFTIs).
Candidates who secure a place among the top 2,50,000 eligible qualifiers can also qualify to appear for JEE Advanced, the entrance examination for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), subject to the applicable eligibility criteria.
How to apply for JEE Main 2027
Candidates can complete the JEE Main registration process online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Open the JEE Main 2027 registration portal and register as a new candidate.
- Log in using the credentials created during registration.
- Fill in the application form, enter the required details and upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee, review the details and submit the form.
Candidates should complete the process within the prescribed deadline and check the official website for any further announcements.
Published: 25 Oct 2026, 10:33 am IST
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