JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration Open: Last Date November 22, New DigiLocker Sign-Up Introduced

Published 26 Oct 20263 min read

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Candidates must submit the application form by November 22, 2026. A late-fee window allows applications until November 26, 2026, on payment of Rs 500.
This year, new candidates must register using DigiLocker, Meri Pehchan or JanParichay. NTA has also announced the schedule for form correction, city intimation slip, and admit card, and has revised the Session 1 exam dates.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Official website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
| Registration last date | November 22, 2026 |
| Last date with late fee | November 26, 2026 (Rs 500 late fee) |
| Sign-up methods | DigiLocker, Meri Pehchan, JanParichay |
| Session 1 exam dates | January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027 [VERIFY] |
What Is New in JEE Main 2027 Registration?
- Candidates must now create their account using DigiLocker, Meri Pehchan, or JanParichay.
- The exam dates for the January session have been revised.
- NTA has released the dates for all events, including form correction, city slip, and admit card. [VERIFY the exact dates from the bulletin]
How to Apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1
- Visit the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Click the JEE Main 2027 registration link and register as a new candidate.
- Log in with the newly created credentials.
- Fill in the required details, upload documents, and pay the application fee.
- Review the form and submit it before the last date.
Apply here: JEE Main 2027 Registration Link
JEE Main 2027 Eligibility
- Candidates who passed Class 12 or an equivalent exam in 2025 or 2026 are eligible.
- Candidates appearing for Class 12 in 2027 can also apply.
- Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2024 or earlier are not eligible.
- There is no age limit, but candidates must meet the admission requirements of the institute or course they want to join.
JEE Main 2027 Application Fee
| Category | Gender | One paper (India) | One paper (outside India) | Two or more papers (India) | Two or more papers (outside India) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Male | Rs 1,000 | Rs 5,000 | Rs 2,000 | Rs 10,000 |
| General | Female | Rs 800 | Rs 4,000 | Rs 1,600 | Rs 8,000 |
| Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL | Male | Rs 900 | Rs 4,500 | Rs 2,000 [VERIFY] | Rs 10,000 [VERIFY] |
| Gen-EWS/OBC-NCL | Female | Rs 800 | Rs 4,000 | Rs 1,600 | Rs 8,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Male | Rs 500 | Rs 2,500 | Rs 1,000 | Rs 5,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Female | Rs 500 | Rs 2,500 | Rs 1,000 | Rs 5,000 |
| Third Gender | Third Gender | Rs 500 | Rs 3,000 | Rs 1,000 | Rs 5,000 |
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Dates
According to the update, the January session will now be held over six days: January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2027 [VERIFY against the latest NTA notice].
Why JEE Main Matters
JEE Main is the national entrance exam for engineering admissions. Qualifying candidates can seek admission to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs, and other participating institutes. The top 2,50,000 qualifiers become eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) for admission to the 23 IITs. [VERIFY terminology]
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Complete registration well before November 22 to avoid the late fee and last-day portal load.
- Keep scanned documents and category certificates (if applicable) ready.
- Check the official Information Bulletin for the full schedule.
- Rely only on jeemain.nta.nic.in for dates and updates.