NTA Says Aadhaar & Class 10 Name Mismatch Won't Affect JEE Main 2027 Registration; Releases 48 FAQs

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified that a mismatch between a candidate's name on the Aadhaar card and Class 10 certificate will not affect their JEE Main 2027 candidature. The clarification is part of a set of 48 frequently asked questions (FAQs) released by NTA on November 13 to address common queries related to the engineering entrance examination.

NTA Says Aadhaar & Class 10 Name Mismatch Won't Affect JEE Main 2027 Registration; Releases 48 FAQs

According to NTA, candidates must enter their names in the JEE Main 2027 application form exactly as mentioned on their Class 10 certificate or marksheet. Therefore, even if the name on the Aadhaar card is different, candidates must follow their Class 10 document while filling out the application form.

The FAQs cover several important aspects of the examination, including registration, DigiLocker, APAAR ID, eligibility, application correction, examination city selection, fee payment and examination-day guidelines.

NTA Clarifies Aadhaar and Class 10 Name Mismatch Rule for JEE Mains 2027 Registration

One of the important questions addressed by NTA is whether a difference in the candidate's name on the Aadhaar card and Class 10 marksheet can affect their JEE Main 2027 candidature.

Responding to the query, NTA said that such a mismatch will not affect the candidate's candidature. However, applicants must ensure that the name entered in the application form matches their Class 10 certificate or marksheet.

APAAR ID Not Mandatory for JEE Main 2027 Registration

NTA has also confirmed that an APAAR ID is not mandatory for JEE Main 2027 registration. Candidates can complete their application without providing this ID.

The agency has advised candidates to complete DigiLocker Re-KYC before registration. This will help retrieve their latest photograph for display on the application confirmation page. Candidates facing problems with DigiLocker registration have been advised to retry using their own login credentials.

Other Important JEE Main 2027 Clarifications by NTA

Some other important points mentioned in the 48 FAQs are:

• Category certificate: Candidates do not need to upload their category certificate during registration. They must provide the certificate number, issue date and issuing authority details.
• Class 12 roll number: Students appearing for Class 12 in 2026 - 27 can select 'Not Available' if their roll number or registration number has not been issued.
• Application correction: NTA will provide a one-time correction facility for selected fields.
• Session 2 registration: Candidates must apply separately for the April 2027 session.
• Examination city: Candidates can select up to four preferred cities, subject to NTA's address-based conditions.
• Live photograph: Candidates can retake their live photograph multiple times if it is not accepted.
• Improvement candidates: Students appearing for Class 12 improvement examinations must select the 'Passed' option.