10/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/12/2026 13:10
Updated On: October 12, 2026 11:00 PM
Student Query By Ananya Roy: Will Class 12 Marks Impact My NTA Percentile Score?
Student Query By Rohan Verma: Can I Fill The Form From Mobile Phone?
NTA JEE Main 2027 Registration Live: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is set to activate the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2027 Session 1 online application form link shortly on its official portal, jeemain.nta.nic.in . As per NTA's official examination calendar released on 16 September 2026, the January Session test will be conducted across six days, on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30, 2027, with January 31 set aside as a buffer day. While the testing agency is yet to publish the formal notification, historical operational timelines indicate that the online registration portal will go live in late October 2026 .
Lakhs of prospective B.Tech aspirants across the country are eagerly awaiting the detailed Information Bulletin covering eligibility criteria, application fees, and document guidelines.
To help students plan their application process, the expected registration release date has been analysed by our Senior CollegeDekho Academic Expert, Mahima Gupta , based on last years trends. Looking at NTA's operational patterns over previous academic cycles, the application window for Session 1 typically opens around 2.5 to 3 months before the exam dates.
The expected application schedule for the upcoming session compared to previous academic years is detailed below:
| Academic Session | NTA Official Exam Dates | Registration Window Start Date | Application Form Release Timeline |
| JEE Main 2027 (Expected) |
January 22-24 & January 28-30, 2027 |
Late October 2026 (Expected) | 3rd to 4th week of October 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 | January 21 - January 30, 2026 | October 31, 2025 | Last week of October |
| JEE Main 2025 | January 22 - January 31, 2025 | October 28, 2024 | Last week of October |
When the official application link goes active, candidates can follow these simple steps to complete their registration:
Is JEE Mains registration started for 2027?
No, registration for JEE Main 2027 has not started yet. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the tentative examination calendar confirming that Session 1 exams will be conducted from January 22 to January 30, 2027 . The official application link is expected to go live in late October 2026 on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in .
Is 77 a good score in JEE Mains?
A 77 percentile score is moderate. While it may not be sufficient for General category candidates to secure a seat in top NITs, IIITs, or clear the JEE Advanced qualifying cutoff, it is a competitive score for reserved categories (such as SC/ST/PwD). General category candidates with a 77 percentile can still explore state government engineering colleges, private universities, or aim to improve their score in Session 2.
Can I clear IIT in 3 months?
Yes, clearing JEE Advanced (IIT entrance) in 3 months is possible if you already have a solid grasp of fundamental Class 11 and 12 concepts. A focused strategy involving rigorous mock tests, practicing previous years' question papers (PYQs), analyzing weaknesses, and prioritizing high-weightage topics in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics can yield a qualifying score.
Is JEE 2027 possible?
Yes, JEE 2027 is officially scheduled by the NTA. Students currently studying in Class 11 (Academic Session 2025-26) or those taking a drop after completing Class 12 in 2026 will be eligible to appear for the JEE Main 2027 examination.
Track this live blog for real-time updates on expected registration release dates, official NTA announcements, expert timeline analysis by CollegeDekho Senior Academic Expert, Mahima Gupta, and step-by-step guidance on submitting your online application form.
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Class 12 marks do not influence the calculation of your NTA JEE Main percentile score or All India Rank (AIR). Your NTA score is strictly evaluated based on your relative performance in the computer-based exam. However, securing 75% marks (65% for SC/ST) in Class 12 remains mandatory for final admission to NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
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While the official portal jeemain.nta.nic.in is accessible on mobile browsers, candidates are strongly advised to complete the JEE Main 2027 registration using a desktop or laptop. Uploading passport-size photographs, signatures, and category certificates requires specific image compression formats, which often leads to errors on mobile devices.
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With the official exam dates confirmed for January 22-30, 2027, NTA is expected to release the official notification and application form link at jeemain.nta.nic.in by late October 2026. Candidates are advised to keep their certificates ready and check the portal regularly for immediate updates.
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Since Section B numerical questions require exact calculated answers without options, practicing numerical precision and time management is essential for scoring well.
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Academic experts recommend completing NCERT textbooks thoroughly for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, as a vast majority of Section A MCQs directly test fundamental concepts.
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Admit cards for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 are expected to be issued 3 to 4 days prior to the exam start date on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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NTA usually releases the Advance Exam City Intimation Slip approximately 10 days prior to the start of the examination so candidates can make necessary travel arrangements.
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After the registration deadline closes, NTA typically opens a limited correction window allowing candidates to rectify specific fields in their application form.
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Uploaded photographs must be recent, either in color or black & white with 80% face visible against a white background. Incorrect images may lead to application rejection.
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NTA mandates that candidates register using their own or parents' active mobile number and email ID, as all crucial updates and OTPs will be transmitted solely via SMS and email.
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Candidates encountering technical issues during registration can reach out to the official NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or email queries to [email protected].
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Candidates who appear in both Session 1 (January) and Session 2 (April) will have their better of the two NTA percentile scores considered for the final All India Rank (AIR) preparation.
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Since the exam takes place across multiple days and shifts, NTA utilizes a percentile-based normalization procedure to calculate final scores and ensure fairness across varying difficulty levels.
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JEE Main will be conducted in 13 languages: English, Hindi, Assamese, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu.
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During form submission, candidates are allowed to select four convenient examination cities in order of preference based on their permanent or present address.
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NTA uses standard verification methods during registration, encouraging candidates to keep their Aadhaar details updated so that their name and date of birth match official board records.
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Aspirants must keep scanned copies of their passport-sized photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate, and valid Category/PwD certificate (if applicable) ready before filling out the form.
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As per NTA norms, candidates belonging to the PwD category are allotted an additional 1 hour, making their total exam duration 4 hours for Paper 1.
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The JEE Main Paper 1 exam duration is 3 hours (180 minutes). Candidates appearing for both B.Arch and B.Planning together are given a total duration of 3.5 hours.
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For both Section A and Section B in Paper 1, correct responses carry +4 marks, incorrect attempts result in -1 mark, and unattempted questions receive 0 marks.
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JEE Main Paper 1 carries a total of 300 marks, with 100 marks allocated to each of the three subjects. The exam contains a total of 75 compulsory questions.
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Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech consists of three subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Each subject is divided into Section A (20 MCQs) and Section B (5 Numerical Value Questions).
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While there is no minimum percentage to sit for the JEE Main exam itself, candidates seeking admission to NITs, IIITs, and CFTIs must secure at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or be in the top 20 percentile of their board.
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Candidates who passed their Class 12 or equivalent examination in 2025 or 2026, or those appearing in 2027, are eligible to apply for JEE Main 2027. Students who passed in 2024 or earlier are not eligible.
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In accordance with standard NTA guidelines, there is no upper age limit for appearing in JEE Main. Candidates who have passed Class 12 or equivalent exams recently can appear regardless of their age, provided they fulfill passing-year criteria.
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Once the portal opens, candidates must register at jeemain.nta.nic.in by generating system credentials, filling out their academic qualifications, choosing preferred exam cities, uploading documents, and paying the application fee online.
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The NTA public notice mentions that all dates provided in the schedule are tentative. Dates may undergo slight changes owing to administrative, academic, statutory, or logistical circumstances.
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OUR Senior CollegeDekho Academic Expert, Mahima Gupta, notes that NTA traditionally opens registration 2.5 to 3 months before exam dates. Based on the January 22 start date, the registration link is expected to go live by late October 2026.
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NTA clarified in item 5 of its public notice that the publication of the calendar does not constitute an official exam notification. Specific detailed Information Bulletins covering application fees and subject schemes will be issued separately soon.
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To handle any administrative or technical contingencies, NTA has officially designated January 31, 2027, as a buffer day for the Session 1 examination. Buffer days help ensure that no candidate suffers loss of opportunity due to unexpected delays.
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As per the NTA calendar, the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 test will run across 6 main dates: January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30, 2027. NTA has structured this spread to ensure smooth logistics across exam centers nationwide.
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The official NTA notification issued on September 16, 2026, outlines the tentative timeline for 14 major national examinations. These include JEE Main 2027 Session 1, UGC NET, CSIR NET, NIFT Entrance, CMAT, and CUET (PG) 2027
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Candidates and stakeholders have been strictly advised by NTA to rely only on authentic updates published on the official website https://nta.ac.in and the dedicated portal jeemain.nta.nic.in. Official examination bulletins and public notices will be uploaded exclusively on these sites.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has stated in its official notice that releasing the examination calendar up to March 2027 aims to bring greater transparency, predictability, and convenience for all prospective candidates. By putting the tentative schedule in public domain early, educational institutions and candidates can plan their academic preparation effectively.