JEE Main Exam Guidelines
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Overview
Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) is a national-level engineering entrance exam conducted twice a year by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to B.E./B.Tech, B.Arch, and B.Planning courses in NITs, IIITs, and other top engineering colleges, and serves as the qualifier for JEE Advanced.
About the exam
Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Frequency: Twice a year (Session 1 in January, Session 2 in April)
Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) except for the drawing part of B.Arch
Papers:
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech),
Paper 2A (B.Arch),
Paper 2B (B.Planning)
Marking Scheme: +4 marks for correct answers, -1 mark for incorrect MCQs
Tentative Timelines (2027 Cycle)
Session 1 Application: October – November 2026
Session 1 Exam: January 2027
Session 2 Application: February 2027
Session 2 Exam: April 2027
Application Elgibility
Qualifying Exam: Passed class 12 or equivalent exam with Physics, Mathematics, and chemistry/biology/technical vocational subject.
Age Limit: No age limit for appearing in JEE Main.
Attempts: Candidates can appear for 3 consecutive years from the year of passing class 12
Registration Process
Visit the official website and open the new registration link.
Fill out basic personal and contact details to get login credentials.
Log in, fill out the application form, and choose exam cities.
Upload scanned photograph and signature in correct dimensions.
Pay the application fee online via net banking, UPI, or credit/debit ca
Important Links
Guidelines
Keep your registered mobile number and email active for NTA OTPs and updates.
Download the Advance City Intimation Slip and Admit Card ahead of time from the official portal.
Carry a valid photo ID proof and a printed admit card to the examination center.