JEE Main is a national-level entrance exam for undergraduate engineering programs. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the confirmed dates and official notice for JEE Main Session 1 and tentative dates for the JEE Main Session 2. The JEE Main Session 1 Exam registration started on 24 October 2026; the last day for registration is 22 November 2026. JEE Main Session 1 exam will be held on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 January 2027, and for JEE Main Session 2, according to tentative exam dates, exam registration will start on 5 January 2027, and the exam will be held on 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 April 2027. For more details, students can visit the official website:jeemain.nta.nic.in. 

JEE Main Dates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the dates for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 and Session 2. For more information, students can visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in

JEE Main Session 1 2027 Exam Dates

Event	Dates
Registration Date	24 October 2026-22 November 2026
Registration With Late Fee	23 November 2026-26 November 2026
Correction Window	27 November 2026-29 November 2026
Admit Card Released	13 January 2027
JEE Main 2027 Exam Date	20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027

JEE Main Session 2 2027 Tentative Exam Dates

Event	Dates
Session 2 Registration Start	5 January 2027
Last Day To Apply	3 February 2027
Apply With Late Fee	4 February 2027 To 7 February 2027
Correction Window Open	8 February 2027 To 10 February 2027
City Intimation Slip Released	12 March 2027
Admit Card Released	25 March 2027
JEE Main 2027 Exam Date (Session 2)	2,3,4,5,6,7 April 2027

How To Apply For JEE Main 2027 Session 1

1. Visit the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the JEE Main 2027 registration link.
3. Add Registration details and set a password. 
4. The system will then create an application number.
5. Log in with the application number.
6. Fill in all the details.
7. Upload a picture and signature. 
8. Pay the application fee. 
9. Download the confirmation page. 

Required Documents For Registration

• ID proof [Updated Aadhaar Card/ Pan Card]
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets.
• Students applying under the EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, or ST categories must have an updated, valid certificate. 
• Passport - size photograph and signature in the correct frame size.
• There is no upper age limit.

Who Can Apply For JEE Main 2027

1. Age - NTA sets no age limit for appearing in JEE Main
2. Qualification - Students should have passed Class 12 or equivalent
3. Attempts limit - Students have up to 6 examination opportunities over 3 consecutive years.
4. Minimum percentage - No minimum percentage is required just to attend the exam, but 75% marks for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS and 65% for SC/ST are required for admission in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs/ CFTIs

JEE Main Paper Type

JEE Main has three paper options. The details are given below: 

Paper	Course	Subjects
Paper 1	B.E/B.Tech	Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Paper 2A	B.Arch [Bachelor of Architecture]	Mathematics, Aptitude Test and Drawing Test
Paper 2B	B.Planning [Bachelor of Planning]	Mathematics, Aptitude Test and Planning-based questions

Application Fees Structure

NTA didn't give any information about the JEE Main 2027 application fee. The following details show the JEE Main 2026 fee structure for future reference.

What Is the Application Fee for One Paper in JEE Main 2027

Category	Gender	Exam Fee in India	Exam Fee Outside India
General	Male	₹1,000	₹5,000
General	Female	₹800	₹4,000
Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL	Male	₹900	₹4,500
Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL	Female	₹800	₹4,000
SC/ST/PwD/PwBD	Both Male and Female	₹500	₹2,500
Third Gender	-	₹500	₹2,500

What Is the Application Fee for Two or More Papers in JEE Main 2027

Category	Gender	Exam Fee in India	Exam Fee Outside India
General/Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL	Male	₹2,000	₹10,000
General/Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL	Female	₹1,600	₹8,000
SC/ST/PwD/PwBD	Both Male and Female	₹1,000	₹5,000
Third Gender	-	₹1,000	₹5,000

JEE Main Exam Important Details For Students

• The fee is non-refundable.
• Payment can be made only online.
• The fee is charged separately for each session.  
• The exam mode is a computer-based test (CBT).
• The students should download the admit card from the official website.
• If a student appears in both sessions, then the best score will be considered.

What Happens If Students Do Not Clear JEE Main Session 1 Exam

• Students who are not able to clear the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam can try for the JEE Main 2027 Session 2 exam.
• Focus on weaker subjects.
• Make a timetable and Short Notes.
• Avoid learning new topics just before the exam.
• Take mock tests to improve your score.