JEE Main 2027 Registration Open Till November 22: Late Fee Window to November 26, Documents, Fee and How to Apply

Some details are likely to stay locked during the Session 1 correction window (November 27 to 29, 2026). The following fields are listed as non-editable:

• Registered mobile number
• Registered email address
• Present or permanent address
• Emergency contact details
• Candidate’s photograph

Because these cannot be changed later, check them carefully while filling in the application form.

During the Session 1 correction window (November 27 to 29, 2026), candidates can edit only the fields NTA permits. According to the source, the editable details fall into four groups.

1. Any one of these (not all):

• Candidate’s name, or
• Father’s name, or
• Mother’s name

2. Academic and eligibility details (all fields editable):

• Class 10 or equivalent details
• Class 12 or equivalent details
• State code of eligibility

3. Exam city and medium (based on permanent and present addresses):

• Examination city selection
• Medium of the examination

4. Personal, category and paper details (all fields editable):

• Date of birth
• Gender
• Category
• Sub-category/PwD (if not verified by the UDID portal)
• Signature
• Paper

NTA will open the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 correction window from November 27 to 29, 2026. Candidates can make changes online through the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. Once the window closes, NTA will not accept further requests to change the permitted details.

• Dates: November 27 to 29, 2026.
• How to access: log in at jeemain.nta.nic.in with your application number and password.
• Limits: not every detail can be edited. Only the fields listed in NTA’s official notice can be changed.
• Deadline: requests after the window closes will not be accepted.

If you are unsure whether you have already applied for JEE Main 2027, check your existing registration before starting a new one. Unintended duplicate forms can create confusion about which application is valid. Before you begin again:

• Look for an application number: if you have one, you have already started registration.
• Log in to your existing account: use the official portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
• Check the application and payment status: see whether the form was submitted and the fee was paid.
• Read NTA’s instructions on duplicate applications: follow them before filling a new form.

The last date to register without a late fee is November 22, 2026, so aim to finish well before it. Leaving the form for the final day makes small problems harder to fix. Here is why:

• Heavy traffic: the portal may slow down when many candidates log in together.
• Payment delays: the payment gateway may take longer to respond at peak times.
• Time to fix errors: a wrong detail needs a calm check, not a rush.
• Slow uploads: the photograph and signature may take longer than expected to upload.

Finishing early also leaves room to download the confirmation page and check that your payment went through.

Your city preferences are part of the application, so choose them thoughtfully before you submit the JEE Main 2027 form. Think about:

• Distance: how far each city is from your home or current residence.
• Transport: whether you can reach the city easily by road or rail, especially for an early reporting time.
• Availability on the portal: pick only from the cities listed in the application form.
• Order of preference: enter your choices in the order you actually want them.

Choose cities you can realistically travel to on exam day.

The paper you choose shapes both your fee and your exam, so confirm it before you submit. Ask yourself:

• Is it the right paper? Match it to the course you want to pursue (for example, BE/B.Tech or architecture and planning).
• One paper or more? Decide how many papers you will appear for, since this changes the fee.
• Does it fit your admission plan? Think about the institutions and courses you are aiming for.
• Does the fee on the portal match your choice? If the amount looks different from what you expected, recheck your selection.

Choose based on your own goals, not on what friends or other applicants have picked.

A pending status does not always mean the payment failed. Delays at the bank or the payment gateway can leave a transaction unconfirmed for a while. If this happens after you pay the JEE Main 2027 application fee:

• Check the portal first: log in at jeemain.nta.nic.in and see what the application status shows.
• Confirm with your bank: look at your account or payment app to see whether the amount was debited.
• Don’t pay again straight away: a second payment before the first is resolved can create a duplicate charge.
• Follow the on-screen instructions: the portal may display steps for your case.
• Save your proof: keep the receipt or transaction reference number until the status is settled.

If the money has been deducted but the application still does not update, follow NTA’s official instructions for such cases. [VERIFY: the exact process.]

Your application number is your key to the JEE Main 2027 portal. Without it, checking updates later can become difficult. After you complete registration:

• Note down the application number and store it somewhere safe, such as a saved note or a printed copy.
• Save a copy of the submitted form for your records.
• Download the confirmation page once the payment succeeds.
• Keep your login details private and do not share them with anyone you don’t know.

A photograph that fails NTA’s requirements can hold up your application, so check the image before you upload it. These are the common errors:

• Blurred image: the face and features should be sharp.
• Poor lighting: shadows or glare can make the photo unusable.
• Face not clearly visible: the full face should be in frame and easy to see.
• Unsuitable background: use the kind of background NTA specifies [VERIFY].
• Wrong file selected: confirm you are attaching the right image, not another file from your device.
• Wrong format or size: the file must match NTA’s prescribed format and size [VERIFY].

Once the fee is paid, the application moves to its final stage, so a careful check beforehand saves trouble later. Before making the payment for JEE Main 2027, go through each section of your form and confirm the following:

• Identity details: your name and date of birth
• Category and gender: these also determine the fee you pay
• Paper choice: the paper(s) you have selected
• Exam cities: your city preferences
• Uploads: the photograph and signature
• Contact information: your phone number and email
• Remaining details: all other personal and academic entries

After paying, check that the transaction shows as successful. Then download the confirmation page and keep a copy, since it is the proof that your application is complete.