JEE Main 2027 Session 1 and Session 2 Exam Dates, Schedule and Important Events
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2027 exam dates for both sessions. As per the latest schedule, JEE Main 2027 Session 1 will be held on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 January 2027. JEE Main 2027 Session 2 will be conducted on 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 April 2027.
The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration started on 24 October 2026, and candidates can submit the application form without a late fee until 22 November 2026. The late-fee application window is scheduled from 23 to 26 November 2026.
Candidates can check the complete JEE Main 2027 exam dates schedule, including registration, correction window, city intimation slip and admit card dates, below. Candidates should check the official JEE Main website for the latest updates on the final examination schedule, application deadlines, and other NTA announcements.
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JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates and Important Events
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in multiple sessions, with separate schedules for registration, application correction, admit card release, exam dates and results. Candidates should track the official NTA timeline carefully so they do not miss any important deadline or exam-related update.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Dates
The complete JEE Main 2027 Session 1 exam dates and related events are given below.
The Session 1 registration window is currently open. Candidates should complete the application and fee payment within the prescribed deadlines.
JEE Main 2027 Session 2 Exam Dates
The JEE Main 2027 Session 2 exam will be conducted on 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 April 2027. The Session 2 application process is scheduled to begin on 5 January 2027, with the last date to apply and pay the examination fee being 3 February 2027.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Details: Paper 1, Paper 2, Languages and Sessions
The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) 2027 is conducted through two papers, depending on the undergraduate programme a candidate wishes to pursue.
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech.) is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering programmes at NITs, IIITs, other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), and institutions or universities funded or recognised by participating State Governments. Paper 1 also serves as an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced), which is conducted for admission to the IITs.
Paper 2 is conducted for admission to undergraduate B.Arch. and B.Planning programmes in India. Paper 2 is further divided into Paper 2A for B.Arch. and Paper 2B for B.Planning.
JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu.
For Session 1, candidates will be able to select the examination session available during the first application window.
The Session 2 option will be made available during the subsequent application window. NTA will reopen the Session 2 application window as specified in the Information Bulletin and will issue a separate Public Notice regarding the application process.
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JEE Main 2027 Application and Important Exam Instructions
Candidates should carefully follow the instructions issued by NTA while completing the JEE Main 2027 application form and appearing for the examination.
The JEE Main 2027 application form must be submitted online through the official JEE Main website. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Candidates should submit only one application form for the applicable examination session. Submitting multiple applications may lead to action as per NTA's rules.
Candidates must carefully follow the instructions provided in the JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin and on the official NTA/JEE Main website. Failure to comply with the prescribed instructions may result in disqualification.
Candidates should provide their own valid email address and mobile number, or those of their parent/guardian, in the application form. NTA will use the registered contact details for official communication, including emails and SMS.
Candidates should regularly check the official JEE Main website for the latest examination notices, schedule updates, application-related announcements and other important instructions.
Candidates should carefully check the date, shift, reporting time, and allotted examination centre on the admit card before appearing for the exam.
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FAQs on JEE Main 2027 Exam Dates: Session 1 & Session 2 Schedule
1. What are the JEE Main 2027 exam dates?
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 will be held on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.JEE Main 2027 Session 2 will be conducted on 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 April 2027. Candidates should check the official JEE Main website for the latest Session 2 schedule.
2. When will JEE Main 2027 Session 1 be conducted?
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is scheduled to be conducted on 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027.
3. When did JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration start?
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration started on 24 October 2026.
4. What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?
The last date to submit the Session 1 application without a late fee is 22 November 2026. The late-fee window is scheduled from 23 to 26 November 2026.
5. When is the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 correction window?
The Session 1 correction window is scheduled from 27 to 29 November 2026.
6. When will the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 admit card be released?
The Session 1 admit card is scheduled to be available from 13 January 2027.
7. When will the JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip be released?
The Session 1 city intimation slip is scheduled for 30 December 2026.
8. Are JEE Main 2027 exam dates the same for every candidate?
No. JEE Main is conducted on multiple dates and shifts. Each candidate's exact examination date, shift and centre will be mentioned on the admit card.
9. What are the JEE Main 2027 exam timings?
For the 3-hour papers, the first shift is scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and the second shift from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The combined Paper 2A and Paper 2B examination lasts 3 hours 30 minutes.
10. Where can I check the official schedule for the JEE Main 2027 exam dates?
Candidates should check the official JEE Main website and NTA public notices for the latest exam schedule and any updates.
Students can also follow Vedantu's JEE Main 2027 updates for easy-to-understand information on exam dates, application deadlines, admit cards and other important examination updates.
