JEE Main Exam Date 2027 (OUT): Session 1 & Session 2 Schedule & Latest Updates

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin, including the examination schedule for both sessions. JEE Main 2027 Session 1 will be conducted from January 20 to January 28, 2027, on six examination dates. Session 2 is scheduled from April 2 to April 7, 2027.

The JEE Main 2027 examination will be conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture and planning programmes. Candidates can check the official exam dates, registration deadlines, application correction windows, city-intimation slip dates and admit-card release dates below.

JEE Main 2027 Important Dates 

JEE Main Exam Date 2027 Latest Updates

• NTA has released the tentative examination dates for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 via its Examination Calendar dated 16 September 2026. As per this calendar, Session 1 is scheduled to be conducted on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 and 30, 2027, with January 31, 2027, kept as a buffer date. The dates are tentative and may be revised by NTA if required.
• JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in two sessions—January 2027 (Session 1) and April 2027 (Session 2).
• The JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip will be issued before the examination.
• Admit cards will be released approximately three days before the exam date.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check this page for official updates.

The JEE Main exam 2027 date is one of the most searched queries among engineering aspirants, as the National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the examination in two sessions every year. Candidates looking for complete details on the JEE Main 2027 exam dates, shift timings, admit card release, city intimation slip, paper-wise schedule, answer key, and result can find the latest updates on this page. Candidates are advised to stay updated with all official announcements related to the JEE Main 2027 exam schedule, admit card, city intimation slip, answer key, result, and counselling to avoid missing any important events.

JEE Main 2027 Registration Date

JEE Main 2027 registration is scheduled separately for the two examination sessions.

For Session 1, registration began on 24 October 2026, and candidates can submit their application forms and pay the regular examination fee until 22 November 2026, up to 11:50 PM. NTA has also provided a late application window from 23 to 26 November 2026, followed by the correction window from 27 to 29 November 2026.

For Session 2, registration is scheduled from 5 January to 3 February 2027. The late application window is from 4 to 7 February 2027, and the correction window is scheduled from 8 to 10 February 2027.

Candidates should complete the application process through the official NTA portal and follow the instructions in the Information Bulletin for registration, document uploads, fee payment and corrections.

Check the JEE Main 2027 application form details here.

JEE Main Session 1 vs Session 2

JEE Main 2027 will be conducted in two sessions. Candidates should check the application and fee-payment requirements for each session before applying.

Candidates may appear in one or both sessions, subject to the applicable NTA rules. Refer to the Information Bulletin for the requirements related to registration and examination fees.

How to Check JEE Main 2027 Exam Date Online

Candidates can check the official JEE Main 2027 exam schedule by following these steps:

1. Visit the official JEE Main website.
2. Look for the latest notification or Information Bulletin.
3. Open the examination schedule.
4. Check the Session 1 and Session 2 dates.
5. Download the official notice for future reference.

Candidates should rely on NTA notices for confirmed examination dates instead of unverified information from third-party sources.

Check the complete JEE Main 2027 syllabus here

JEE Main 2027 City Intimation Slip Date

The JEE Main 2027 Session 1 city-intimation slip is scheduled for 30 December 2026, while the Session 2 city-intimation slip is scheduled for 12 March 2027.

The city-intimation slip provides information about the city allotted for the examination. It is not a substitute for the admit card. Candidates should check the admit card for their examination centre and other examination-day instructions.

JEE Main 2027 Admit Card Release Date

The Session 1 admit card is scheduled for 13 January 2027, and the Session 2 admit card is scheduled for 25 March 2027, as per the official Information Bulletin.

Candidates should download their admit cards from the official JEE Main website and carefully verify the details provided, including the examination date, shift, reporting time, centre address and instructions.

Check the JEE Main Admit Card page.

JEE Main 2027 Answer Key Date

Once each session concludes, NTA releases a provisional answer key along with the candidate's response sheet. For Session 1, this is typically expected in late January or early February 2027, with Session 2's answer key following a similar gap after that exam. Candidates get a short challenge window to raise objections against the provisional key before the final version is released.

Is It Compulsory to Appear for Both JEE Main Sessions?

No, candidates do not have to appear for both sessions. However, students who choose to appear in both sessions should follow the registration and fee-payment requirements specified by NTA.

Candidates should check the official 2027 Information Bulletin for the rules regarding multiple sessions and the calculation of the final score or result.

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Why Document Preparation Matters?

Many candidates face application issues due to incorrect or incomplete documents, which can lead to rejection. NTA advises students to carefully verify and update the following documents before starting the registration process.

1. Aadhaar Card (Mandatory)

• Ensure that your name, date of birth, and father's name exactly match your Class 10 certificate.
• Use a clear and recent photograph.
• Any mismatch in Aadhaar details can result in the application being rejected.

2. UDID Card (For PwD Candidates)

• Candidates applying under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category must have a valid UDID card.
• Ensure it is updated or renewed, if necessary.
• The UDID card is essential to claim reservation benefits and exam relaxations.

3. Category Certificates (EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST)

• Reserved category students must possess valid certificates issued by a competent authority.
• Certificates should comply with the latest government norms.
• Expired or incorrect certificates will not be accepted, and applicants may lose eligibility for reservation benefits.

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