
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the application process for the first session of JEE Main 2027. Candidates seeking admission to NITs, IIITs and other engineering institutes (excluding IITs) can apply at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The last date to apply without a late fee is 22 November 2026, and with a late fee until 26 November 2026. Correction window opens from 27 to 29 November 2026.

The first session will be held on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 in computer-based test (CBT) mode across 13 languages including English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. Admit cards will be issued on 13 January 2027. The second session is scheduled for April 2027, with applications starting 5 January 2027.
Application fee for general category male candidates is Rs 1,000 and for women Rs 800. For General-EWS/OBC-NCL male candidates it is Rs 900, and Rs 800 for women. SC/ST/PwD/PwBD candidates pay Rs 500. Candidates who passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or will appear in 2027, are eligible, there is no upper age limit.
The NTA has opened JEE Main 2027 applications with a clear two-session schedule, giving candidates a defined timeline for the January and April exams. The fee structure and eligibility criteria remain unchanged from previous years, offering no surprises for aspirants. What the source does not address is whether the number of test centres or question paper patterns will see any revision. The key deadlines to watch are 22 November 2026 for fee-free applications and 13 January 2027 for admit card release.
Source: tv9hindi.com
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