NTA allows passport for NRI JEE Main registration, 5.72 lakh apply

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has confirmed that NRI candidates can use a valid Indian passport as identity proof when registering for JEE Main 2027 Session 1. The clarification, issued on the agency's official X account, addresses NRI applicants who do not hold an Aadhaar card, PAN card or driving licence. NDTV, ABP Live and Hindustan Times report the passport provision uniformly.

Registration opened on 24 October 2026. The deadline for online applications without late fee is 22 November 2026. Hindustan Times adds that late fee submissions will be accepted from 23 November to 26 November 2026, and the correction window runs from 27 November to 29 November 2026. City intimation slips will be released on 30 December 2026, and admit cards on 13 January 2027. The Session 1 examination is scheduled for 22 to 24 January and 28 to 30 January 2027, held in two shifts across 13 languages.

Update, 10 November 2026: Sambad English reports that the NTA has announced over 5.72 lakh candidates have registered for JEE Main 2027 Session 1, with more than 4.07 lakh having completed fee payment. The agency has also allowed candidates who made errors to submit a fresh application form, subject to conditions.