JEE Main 2027 Registration (Started): Direct Link, Last Date, Fees, Documents, Eligibility & Complete Application Process

Candidates have to upload their live photo beside uploading the scanned photograph during the JEE Main registration 2027. For capturing live photograph, candidates must have a inbuilt webcam on the laptop/computer using to fill the JEE Main application form. If the device does not support a webcam, candidates will also have the option to use QR code scan for uploading the live photograph using a mobile device/tablet etc. Candidates should ensure there is a white background with proper lighting, and 80% face visibility including ears, without a mask for JEE Main 2027 live photo capture.

Candidates can check below the detailed, step by step instructions to fill JEE Main application form 2027. JEE Main Registration and application process has to be completed only through the official website. Also ensure you have checked the information brochure for eligibility criteria and are ready with all the required documents before filling the form.

Step 1 - Authentication Using MeriPehchaan

Open JEE Main website and click on new candidate registration link. Select the preferred mode of authentication among digilocker, ePramaan and JanParichay for digital identity verification. After successful authentication, candidates can proceed to completing registration and application process.

Direct Link ⇒ Fill JEE Main 2027 Registration

Step 2: JEE Main Registration 2027

To register for JEE Mains 2027 Session 1, candidates must submit their details and create a password. After successful submission, an application number will be generated for logging in and completing the application process.

Process to register:

• Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in 2027.
• Select the link for Registration for JEE Main 2027 Session 1.
• Fill in the required information and create a password.
• Click Submit.

Step 3: Filling of JEE Main 2027 Application Form

At this stage, candidates must provide:

• Personal details
• Paper(s) applied for
• Choice of examination cities
• Educational qualification details
• Upload required documents and images (Candidates must upload a live photograph along with scanned copies of their photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate, and EWS/OBC-NCL/PwD/PwBD certificate, if applicable).

Step 4: Payment of JEE Main Application Fees

Candidates must pay the registration fee online via Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI. The fee depends on the candidate's category and chosen papers. The JEE Main 2027 application form is submitted automatically once the fee payment is complete.

Step 5: Download the Confirmation Page

After completing the payment, download and print the confirmation page for future reference. Only forms submitted before the registration deadline will be considered. Candidates can monitor their application status via the JEE Main 2027 login portal. Generating the confirmation page confirms that the application has been successfully submitted.

The NTA do not restrict dropper aspirants from applying or appearing in the JEE Mains 2027 exam. However, they must fulfill all conditions mentioned in JEE Main eligibility criteria 2027.

Can Droppers Apply for JEE Mains 2027?

Yes, dropper candidates can apply, subject to fulfilling the year of passing class 12 criteria.

Documents Required for Droppers

All documents applicable for regular aspirants applies to droppers also. They additionally have to upload class 12 certificate

Number of Attempts Available

As per the JEE Mains number of attempts criteria, a dropper candidate gets a total 4 attempts, excluding the two attempts of the year of passing their class 12 exam.

Improvement Exam Candidates

Candidates who gave the improvement exam in the same year of passing class 12 exam can apply for JEE Mains exam. They have to mention their class 12 status as “passed” and not “appearing”.

It is very important to check JEE Main 2027 application form status after the final submission. The status can be checked by login to candidate portal in the JEE Main official website. The application status of candidates that do not have any error will show message as displayed below.

The application status of candidates with any kind of error will show “Pending” message with details of steps to be done. Candidates who application status shows Pending or Incomplete must take the necessary measure to complete the form within the last date. No extension in last date will be provided for this.

Candidates are strongly advised not to fill multiple JEE Main application form. If any candidate is found to have filled multiple forms and actively appears in the examin under more than one application number, the act will be treated as Unfair Means and punishable by law.

Candidates who realise they have inadvertently created duplicate application numbers should immediately contact the NTA helpline to have one cancelled.

NTA rules on Duplicate/Multiple Form Filling

As per the NTA’s latest advisory and rules, candidates can fill more than one form, only if the earlier form has any mistake that cannot be changed during the correction window.

In case a candidate fills multiple forms, only the last submitted form with all application stages completed will be considered valid.

Consequences of Filling Multiple Forms

Submitting multiple application forms does not entitle a candidate to appear more than once in the same session. A candidate who appears, or attempts to appear, in the exam using more than one application number will be treated as having used Unfair Means (UFM).

Candidates who have successfully completed the JEE Main registration must download their confirmation page, take its multiple printout and keep its safe. Candidates must also note down their JEE Main 2027 application number and password at some safe place. Candidates often forget their login details that could lead to problems at the time of city slip or admit card download.

The next stage in JEE Main 2027 after completing the registration will be city slip and admit card download. JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip session 1 will be released on December 30, 2026 for session 1 exam. JEE Main admit card 2027 session 1 will be released on January 13, 2027.

There could be multiple reasons that can lead to problems in registration and filling the application form. To avoid issues, students are advised to

• Complete registration early
• Use laptop instead of mobile
• Save screenshots
• Download all receipts
• Don't wait for last day

Candidates should note common mistakes to avoid in JEE Mains application form. Those who make errors can correct their details during the application correction window.

• Name and Document Mismatch: Ensure your name, date of birth, and parents' names match your Class 10 Certificate and Aadhaar card exactly.
• Incorrect Contact Information: Provide a personal, active mobile number and email ID that you will use throughout the academic year to receive important National Testing Agency (NTA) updates.
• Improper Document Formatting: Upload clear, unblurred scanned documents, signatures, and live photographs that strictly match NTA's specified dimensions and file sizes.
• Wrong Category or PwD Details: Select your correct category (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST) or PwD/UDID status, and have valid, updated certificates ready.
• Ignoring Fee Payment Status: Do not close the window prematurely during fee payment.
• Waiting Until the Last Date: Apply well before the deadline to prevent website slowdowns or unexpected network failures.
• Failing to Save Confirmation Page: Always download and print the final confirmation page and fee receipt

💡For more details on what common mistakes you should avoid, read -> Common mistakes to avoid in JEE Mains application form

Choosing the Right JEE Main Exam City

When filling out the JEE Mains application, carefully choose the exam city preferences. Candidates can list up to four cities based on their permanent or current address. NTA aims to assign a listed city, but may assign a different city due to logistical reasons.

How to Select Exam Centres

• City Preferences: Choose up to four preferred exam cities in order of priority during the online application process.
• Address Independence: Your choices depend on personal preference and availability rather than your permanent or present address proofs.
• International Options: Select from the designated list of overseas test cities if applying from abroad.

💡Check the complete list of centres here -> JEE Mains 2027 exam centre list

Out of the four cities selected, NTA will allot the exam centre in any one city. The exam city name will be communicated to the candidates via the JEE Mains city information slip 2027. The exam centre name and address will be released later via the JEE Mains admit card.

Related Read:

• How to check JEE Mains 2027 exam date
• How to check JEE Main exam centre

Candidates must be very careful when filling the JEE Mains form 2027 as a single mistake can sometimes lead to rejection. Candidates must keep in mind the following points while filling the form

Duplicate Application

Candidates must not fill duplicate application form under any circumstances. In case the candidates had filled any incorrect information, they can modify it during correction window from November 27 to 29, 2026.

Only in case where the filled form has a mistake that is not allowed for correction during the form correction window, candidates can fill a fresh application form.

In case of multiple forms, only the last submitted form with all application stages completed will be considered.

Invalid Documents

Candidates must be cautious when uploading the required documents. Ensure every document they upload is correct and valid. All details printed in the document must be clearly visible.

Wrong Category Claims

Candidates must fill the actual category to which they belong. Candidates from reserved categories including Gen-EWS, SC/ST, and OBC-NCL need to provide details of the category certificate which will be verified by NTA for its validity and correctness. Also certificates of PwD category candidates they upload in form will be verified with UDID database.

Incomplete Fee Payment

Any form without fee payment is incomplete and will not be considered as valid. Candidates must ensure they complete the fee payment within the deadline.

Improper Uploads

Candidates must ensure the class 10 certificate, photo and signature they upload in form are scanned properly with all information/data clearly visible. Uploaded documents with blur data will be rejected, leading to cancellation of forms.

Many students face issues in filling the form because information in Aadhaar does not match with the details candidate fill in their application form. Candidates must ensure the names and date of birth they enter matches with Aadhaar and school database. Also, the photograph of candidates during live capture must match with the Aadhaar photo.

The National Testing Agency provides the form correction facility wherein candidates are allowed to modify any wrong information they filled during JEE Mains registration or in the application form. Candidates are however requested to fill the application form carefully as corrections in only certain fields will be permitted during the correction window.

JEE Main Form Correction Dates

Candidates can check below the schedule for JEE Main 2027 application form correction below. All correction must be made within the specified timeline as no extension will be provided beyond the last date.

Editable Fields

Candidates can check below the information that can be edited during the correction window.

• Date of Birth, Gender, Category, Sub-category/PwD(If not verified by UDID Portal), Signature, and choice of paper for which appearing.
• Any one information among candidate name, father name and mother name
• Class 10th/equivalent details, class 12th/equivalent details and state code of eligibility
• Choice of examination cities based on their permanent and present addresses.
• Medium of the exam

Non-Editable Fields

The details that can not be modified during correction window are

• Mobile number
• Email address
• Present or permanent address
• Emergency contact details
• Candidate's photograph

Correction Charges

NTA do not levy any charge for making corrections in the filled form. However, if any candidate changes their category for which the application form is higher, they will have to pay the difference of application fees as applicable.

How to Correct Mistakes

The facility of form correction will be available online only. Candidates who need to modify any details will need to use JEE Mains login at the official website during the specified timeline. The step by step instructions to use correction facility is given below

• Open JEE Main official website
• Navigate to “registered candidate login” link
• Enter your JEE Main application number 2027 and password
• Complete application form will be visible on screen after login
• Click on modify/edit details section
• Modify the required details carefully and verify the new information filled
• Click on Submit button

Candidates must note that JEE Main form correction is a one time facility and must be utilized wisely. Candidates will not be allowed to make any changes beyond the last date of form correction.