JEE Main 2027 Registration Form (Out) LIVE: DigiLocker Login Link, Documents, Fees, Exam Date
NTA JEE Main 2027 registration is currently underway at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates can fill the application form till November 22. Additionally, this year, NTA has allowed a late fee window for candidates who miss the initial application window. Also, this year login via DigiLocker is mandatory for JEE Mains 2027 registration process. Know complete details on JEE Main 2027 application process, new changes, photo signature guidelines, application fee and more on this live blog below.
JEE Mains 2027 Form Out LIVE Updates
NTA JEE Mains 2027 Registration: The application process for JEE Main 2027 exam is now live at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The last date to submit the JEE Mains form is November 22 without any late fee. However, the registration window will extend from November 23 to 26 with an additional late fee of INR 500. This year, NTA has introduced a major change in the registration process, that is, registration through DigiLocker via the MeriPehchaan platform. Additionally, NTA has introduced changes in the list of documents needed for upload in the online form. Candidates no longer have to upload a copy of ID proof this year.
Catch live updates on JEE Main 2027 registration and get your doubts resolved with this live blog.
JEE Main 2027 Registration Window
Last date to apply without late fee: November 22, 2026
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New in JEE Mains 2027 Registration - Digilocker Login
Change 1 - DigiLocker Login mandatory: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has made the facility to use the DigiLocker app during JEE Main registration 2027 MANDATORY. This year, NTA is using "digilocker.meripehchaan.gov.in" - MeriPehchaan-National Single Sign-On (NSSO) Platform for the registration process.
Change 2 - List of documents for upload in online form: NTA has released the list of documents needed for JEE Mains 2027 registration. There are some changes in the list of documents needed this year, like:
- The identity proof upload is gone
- Foreign nationals and OCI candidates must upload a non-Indian passport
- The photo background is now white (it was "light-coloured").
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JEE Mains Form Filling Date 2027
NTA has announced the JEE Mains 2027 registration window dates along with form correction dates. Check below:
| Events | JEE Main 2027 Session 1 (January) | JEE Main 2027 Session 2 (April) |
|---|---|---|
| Online submission of application form | October 24 to November 22, 2026 | January 5 to February 3, 2027 |
| Last date for successful transaction of application fee | November 22, 2026 | February 3, 2027 |
| Submission of application form with late fee | November 23 to November 26, 2026 | February 4 to February 7, 2027 |
| Correction in application form | November 27 to November 29, 2026 | February 8 to February 10, 2027 |
| JEE mains exam date | January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027 | April 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2027 |
How to Fill JEE Mains Form 2027 Session 1
The JEE Main application process involves three broad stages: registration, filling the detailed application form and fee payment. Check how to complete each step of the application process in detail below:
Step 1: Go to the official JEE Main website and look for the link - "Online Application Form for JEE (Main) 2027 – Session 1"
Step 2: Registration via DigiLocker Login
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Go to the registration link and select New Registration.
- You will be redirected to "digilocker.meripehchaan.gov.in". Login using your mobile number, username, or other valid ID with your PIN.
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Grant consent to share your details with NTA to complete verification.
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Continue to fill out the JEE Main application form.
Step 3: Complete the details in the online form and capture live photo.
Step 4: Upload documents needed
Step 5: Pay the application fee
List of Documents with Specifications to Upload in JEE Main 2027 Application Form
The following documents are to be scanned as per the given specifications to be uploaded in the JEE Mains form.
| Document |
Size |
Dimension |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph |
10 kb to 200 kb |
3.5 x 4.5 cms |
| Signature |
10 kb to 100 kb |
3.5 x 1.5 cms |
| Class 10th certificate |
50 kb to 300 kb |
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| Disability/UDID Certificate |
50 kB to 300 kB |
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| Certificate regarding physical limitation to write |
50 kB to 300 kB |
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| Non-Indian Passport |
50 kB to 300 kB |
- |
JEE Main 2027 Registration Fee
The JEE Mains application fee without late fee is as follows:
| Category & Candidate Type |
One Paper (India) |
One Paper (Outside India) |
Two or More Papers (India) |
Two or More Papers (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male) |
INR 1,000 (General) INR 900 (EWS / OBC-NCL) |
INR 5,000 (General) INR 4,500 (EWS / OBC-NCL) |
INR 2,000 |
INR 10,000 |
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Female) |
INR 800 |
INR 4,000 |
INR 1,600 |
INR 8,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD (Male & Female) |
INR 500 |
INR 2,500 |
INR 1,000 |
INR 5,000 |
| Third Gender |
INR 500 |
INR 3,000 |
INR 1,000 |
INR 5,000 |
The JEE Mains 2027 application fee with late fee is as follows:
| Category & Candidate Type |
One Paper (India) |
One Paper (Outside India) |
Two or More Papers (India) |
Two or More Papers (Outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male) |
INR 1,500 (General) INR 1,400 (EWS / OBC-NCL) |
INR 5,500 (General) INR 5,000 (EWS / OBC-NCL) |
INR 2,500 |
INR 10,500 |
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Female) |
INR 1,300 |
INR 4,500 |
INR 2,100 |
INR 8,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD / PwBD (Male & Female) |
INR 1,000 |
INR 3,000 |
INR 1,500 |
INR 5,500 |
| Third Gender |
INR 1,000 |
INR 3,500 |
INR 1,500 |
INR 5,500 |
LIVE UPDATE
JEE Mains 2027 Registrations LIVE: Form Fill Up Date, How to Register, Digilocker Login at MeriPehchaan
- 6:31 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
NTA JEE Mains 2027 LIVE: Can You Apply for Both Sessions Together? NTA Clarifies JEE Main 2027 Rule
A frequent query among candidates is whether they can register for both JEE Mains 2027 Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April) right now. NTA has reiterated that the current application window is solely for Session 1. Candidates cannot apply for or pay for both sessions simultaneously during this registration phase.
The JEE Main 2027 application portal for Session 2 will open separately on January 5, following the declaration of Session 1 results. When the Session 2 portal launches, candidates who registered for Session 1 will not need to create a fresh profile from scratch; they will simply log in using their existing application number and password, choose their exam paper, select their cities, and complete the session fee.
- 6:16 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
Mobile Number and Email ID Verification: Strict Guidelines for JEE Mains 2027 Candidates
Your active mobile number and email address serve as your permanent communication channels in the JEE Main 2027 cycle. During the initial registration step, NTA verifies both contact channels by sending separate One-Time Passwords (OTPs).
Do not input contact details belonging to local cyber cafe operators, coaching centres, or informal acquaintances. All NTA JEE Main updates, password resets, application number retrievals, centre revisions, and scorecard releases are sent to these registered channels. Ensure the mobile SIM remains active with standard SMS inbound services and that your mailbox is not full. NTA will not entertain appeals if a student misses a registration or correction deadline due to an inactive mobile number.
- 5:43 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
jeemain.nta.nic.in 2027: Official Website for JEE Main 2027 Registration
The official website for Joint Entrance Examination strictly is only jeemain.nta.nic.in. Under no circumstances should candidates submit personal records, Aadhaar numbers, or banking credentials on third-party links or unsolicited SMS forwards. Every official task - from profile creation and city choice selection to fee settlement, intimation slip downloads, and scorecard is managed inside the official portal.
Make sure your browser URL displays the secure https:// lock and matches jeemain.nta.nic.in or nta.ac.in. If you encounter any technical glitches on external pages, clear your cache and go back to the official website.
- 5:28 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration: Key Dates and Timelines to Note
NTA has released the comprehensive calendar for the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 cycle. Online registration opened on October 24, 2026, and will close on November 22, 2026, at 11:50 PM. Aspirants get a 30-day primary application window to complete their basic profile, academic upload, and online fee settlement. An additional late submission window operates from November 23 to November 26, 2026, requiring an additional late fee of INR 500.
Advance examination city intimation slips are scheduled for release on December 30, 2026, while JEE Mains session 1 admit cards will be downloadable from January 13, 2027. The Session 1 computer-based test will take place on January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027. - 5:10 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Mains Registration Fee 2027: Category-Wise Application Fees for Paper 1 & 2
The application fee for JEE Main 2027 varies by candidate category, exam paper selection, and chosen exam centre location.
For Centers in India (Single Paper - B.E./B.Tech or B.Arch or B.Planning):
- General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male): INR 1,000
- General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Female): INR 800
- SC / ST / PwD / Transgender: INR 500
Appearing for Both Papers (Paper 1 & Paper 2 combined):
- General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Male): INR 2,000
- General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL (Female): INR 1,600
- SC / ST / PwD / Transgender: INR 1,000
All payments must be completed online via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card. Please verify that the transaction status shows "Success" on your dashboard and keep the receipt handy.
- 4:45 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Mains Exam Centre Selection Rules: Address-Based Allotment Explained
When selecting your exam centres for JEE Main 2027 in the online application form, take note of NTA’s automated city allocation logic.
Candidates will be provided with four city choices during the application form filling. However, the list of available examination cities is strictly populated based on the Present Address and Permanent Address you enter in the registration form. You cannot pick any cities outside your state/region if they do not match your submitted residential addresses.
NTA assigns test centres in order of your entered priority, subject to seat capacity. Once a centre is allotted in the Advance City Intimation slip (scheduled for release on December 30, 2026), NTA will not entertain any requests to change the exam city or test centre. Ensure your address details are completely accurate.
- 4:31 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Main 2027 Form LIVE: Live Photo Capture & Documents to Upload, Size and Format Guidelines
NTA enforces strict biometric and document standards to prevent application rejection. Make sure you have the following ready before starting:
- Live Photograph Capture: Candidates must capture a real-time live photograph using an integrated webcam or mobile camera against a plain, light/white background. The face must be clearly visible (80% coverage), showing both ears, without caps, sunglasses, or masks.
- 4:19 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility Criteria: Check Age Limit and Qualifying Year Rules
Before proceeding to JEE Mains 2027 form fill-up, ensure you fulfil the fundamental eligibility guidelines set by the NTA:
- Age Limit: There is no age bar for candidates appearing in JEE Main 2027.
- Qualifying Examination: Candidates must have passed their Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2025, 2026 or should pass in 2027. Candidates who passed before 2025 cannot apply.
- Attempts: You can take JEE Main for a maximum of three consecutive years from the year you pass Class 12.
Note: Admissions to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs will still require 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or being in the top 20 percentile.
- 4:01 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Mains 2027 Online Registration Window Opens for Session 1
The online application form submission window for JEE Mains 2027 Session 1 is officially open from October 24 to November 22 (up to 11:50 PM).
Eligible applicants must complete all registration formalities, profile data entries, and document uploads within this timeframe. NTA advises students not to wait until the final hours to avoid server issues and payment gateway delays. It is mandatory to ensure that active, valid personal email IDs and mobile numbers are registered, as all official SMS and email updates and One-Time Passwords (OTPs) will be sent to the registered mobile number and email IDs.
- 3:48 PM IST• 26 Oct 2026
JEE Mains 2027 Registration LIVE: Is DigiLocker Mandatory for Application?
Yes, DigiLocker is Mandatory for JEE Mains 2027 registration. To use the DigiLocker account for JEE Mains 2027 registration, candidates have to:
- Click the JEE Mains 2027 registration link at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- On the new page, click on "New Registration"
- Now, "digilocker.meripehchaan.gov.in" will open. Login using:
- Mobile number and pin, or
- Username and pin, or
- Other ID, ID number and Pin
- You are now inside your DigiLocker.
- Allow consent to share details with the National Testing Agency.
- Complete the DigiLocker verification
- Once the verification is complete, you will be redirected to fill out the online JEE Mains application form.
- For JEE Main Paper 1 (BTech)- Physics and Maths as compulsory subjects and any one subject among Chemistry/Biology/Technical Vocational Subject
- For JEE Main Paper 2A (BArch)- Physics, Chemistry, and Maths as compulsory subjects in class 12
- For JEE Main Paper 2B (BPlan) - Mathematics as a compulsory subject in class 12
- Candidates can appear in JEE Main six times in three consecutive years after passing their class 12/qualifying exam
- Two attempts in a year
Commonly asked questions
Clearing the JEE Main exam in first attempt is not a difficult task. Several students clear JEE Main while in class 12. One thing that makes it easy to clear JEE Main with class 12 is that students are in regular touch of most JEE syllabus. To score good marks in JEE Main in the first attempt, it is advised that you study class 11 and 12 topics thoroughly, clear all the concepts and solve mock test papers. Also, NCERT books which you study in class 11 and 12 are the best books for JEE Main preparation. Students must study NCERT properly and solve all the questions in the book and do not memorize the concepts as some students do rather understand the concepts.
JEE Main difficulty level is similar to class 12 board exams. Syllabus of JEE Main is similar to class 11 and 12 syllabus. The questions asked in exam are tricky and need an in-depth understanding of subjects. They need to have conceptual understanding of every topic to score well in exam. Those who study NCERT can get a decent score in JEE Mains.
The JEE Mains 2027 session 1 application form has been released on October 24.
Commonly asked questions
To make corrections in the JEE Main application form, candidates have login to their accounts on the JEE Main official website using their application number and password.
Check JEE Mains eligibility for 2027 below:
Eligibility Parameter |
Eligibility Condition |
|---|---|
Age Limit |
No age limit |
Qualifying exam |
Class 12/equivalent exam |
Year of passing the qualifying exam |
2025, 2026 or appearing in 2027 |
Subjects in the qualifying exam |
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JEE Main class 12 percentage criteria |
No minimum percentage required to appear in JEE Main |
JEE Main number of attempts |
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