JEE Main 2027 Registration — Step-by-Step Guide

JEE Main registration is done online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration is expected to open in late October or November 2026 (the 2026 form ran from 31 October to 27 November 2025). The process takes 20–30 minutes if you have everything ready: Aadhaar or DigiLocker, your Class 10 certificate, a passport photo and a signature scan. In 2026 the fee for one paper was ₹1,000 for General male candidates, ₹900 for EWS/OBC-NCL male, ₹800 for female and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD.

Registration Process — Step by Step

Step 1: Create Your NTA Account

1. Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click "New Registration"
3. Enter your name (exactly as in Class 10 marksheet), date of birth, mobile number, and email
4. Verify via OTP sent to mobile and email
5. Set a strong password — you will need this for admit card download and result checking
6. Note down your Application Number — this is your unique identifier for everything JEE-related

Step 2: Fill Personal Details

• Name: Must match Class 10 marksheet exactly (including spelling and middle name)
• Father's and Mother's name: As per Class 10 certificate
• Date of birth: As per Class 10 marksheet (not Aadhaar if different)
• Category: General / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS — choose carefully, this affects cutoff and seat reservation
• State of eligibility: Where you passed/are passing Class 12 — this determines your home state quota in JoSAA
• Identity verification: Through Aadhaar or DigiLocker, or by uploading another ID proof — keep your Aadhaar photo, name and date of birth up to date

Step 3: Fill Academic Details

• Qualifying exam: Class 12 / equivalent
• Year of passing: for JEE Main 2027 — 2025, 2026, or appearing in 2027
• Board: CBSE / ICSE / State Board — select from dropdown
• Roll number: Class 12 roll number (or leave blank if you are appearing)
• Percentage/CGPA: Enter if passed; skip if appearing
• Required subjects: For NIT+ admission through a Paper 1 rank you need Physics, Maths, a language, one of Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational, and one more subject

Step 4: Upload Documents

Sizes and formats are from NTA's JEE Main 2026 bulletin; category/EWS certificate details are typed into the form rather than uploaded. Check the 2027 bulletin before you apply.

Common rejection reasons: Blurry photo, face not clearly visible, oversized files, wrong format. A recent studio photo on a white background avoids most problems.

Step 5: Choose Paper and Exam City

• Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): Most students choose this — it covers Physics, Chemistry, Maths
• Paper 2A (B.Arch): Maths, Aptitude, Drawing — for architecture aspirants
• Paper 2B (B.Planning): Maths, Aptitude, Planning — for planning courses
• Exam city: Choose up to 4 cities, in order of priority, within the state of your permanent or present address. NTA allots based on availability.
• Medium of paper: English, Hindi, or one of 11 regional languages (13 in all) — the paper comes in English plus the language you choose

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

JEE Main 2026 fees per session for exam centres in India; NTA will confirm the 2027 fees in the bulletin.

Payment methods: UPI, debit card, credit card, net banking. Keep a screenshot of the payment confirmation.

Step 7: Download Confirmation Page

After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page. This contains your application number, personal details, and payment receipt. Save this as PDF and keep a hard copy. You will need the application number for: admit card download, result checking, JoSAA counselling registration, and any correspondence with NTA.

Important Dates — JEE Main 2027

Session 1 exam dates are from NTA's tentative exam calendar (16 September 2026); the rest are estimates from the 2026 cycle (Session 1 form 31 October–27 November 2025; Session 2 exam 2–8 April; final result 20 April 2026). Check jeemain.nta.nic.in for official dates, or see our JEE Main 2027 dates page.

10 Common Registration Mistakes to Avoid

1. Name mismatch: Name must match Class 10 marksheet exactly. Even one spelling difference can cause problems during verification.
2. Wrong category: OBC candidates must be OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) and will need a valid certificate at counselling — enter the certificate details correctly.
3. Blurry documents: Upload clear, readable scans. NTA does not issue admit cards for applications with unclear photographs or signatures.
4. Wrong date of birth: Use DOB from Class 10 marksheet, not Aadhaar (if they differ).
5. Waiting until the last day: Server crashes are common on the last day. Register at least 3–5 days before the deadline.
6. Not saving confirmation: Download and save the confirmation page immediately. You cannot access it later if the portal closes.
7. Wrong state of eligibility: This determines your home state for JoSAA. Choose the state where you are passing/passed Class 12.
8. Not checking correction window dates: NTA gives a brief window to fix errors. Miss it and your mistakes are permanent.
9. Forgetting password: Write down your application number and password. Store in a safe place.
10. Not applying for Session 2: If you took Session 1 and want another attempt, log in during the Session 2 window and apply and pay for Session 2 — it does not happen automatically.

Registration process based on NTA's JEE Main 2026 information bulletin. NTA may modify the process for 2027 — always check the official information bulletin at jeemain.nta.nic.in for the latest requirements.