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JEE MAIN 2027: Joint Entrance Examination Main

Conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA).

Online
Offline Application
Twice a year
Exam Type
National
Online Mode
Exam Level
UG Level
 
Exam Date
10 Jan 2027
 
Duration
3 Hours
English, Hinid
NA
National Testing Agency (NTA)

JEE MAIN Expert | Updated on 14 Sep 2026

Overview

JEE Main Overview



Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is one of the most important national-level entrance examinations in India for students seeking admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture, and planning programmes. The examination is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Government of India.



JEE Main is primarily used for admission to National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs), and other centrally funded technical institutions. It also serves as the qualifying examination for candidates who wish to appear for JEE Advanced for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).



JEE Main Examination



The examination is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. JEE Main primarily consists of two papers. Paper 1 is conducted for admission to undergraduate engineering and technology programmes such as B.E. and B.Tech, while Paper 2 is designed for candidates seeking admission to B.Arch and B.Planning programmes.



The examination covers subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Aptitude, Drawing, and Planning, depending on the paper selected by the candidate. The question paper is available in multiple languages, allowing candidates from different regions of India to participate.



JEE Main Sessions



JEE Main is generally conducted in multiple sessions during the year. Candidates may have the opportunity to appear in more than one session, subject to the rules applicable for the particular examination year. When multiple attempts are available, the best applicable performance is considered according to the examination authority's rules.



Who Should Appear for JEE Main?



JEE Main is primarily intended for students who want to pursue undergraduate programmes in engineering, technology, architecture, or planning at participating institutions. Candidates should carefully check the eligibility requirements, subject combinations, qualifying examination requirements, and admission rules applicable to the examination year.



Why is JEE Main Important?



JEE Main provides students with an opportunity to compete for admission to some of India's leading technical institutions. In addition to being an important entrance examination for engineering admissions, the examination also plays a significant role in determining eligibility for JEE Advanced and admission to participating institutions through the relevant counselling process.



Candidates are advised to regularly check the official JEE Main website and NTA notifications for the latest information regarding examination dates, registration, eligibility, syllabus, application procedures, admit cards, results, and counselling.

Exam Quick Facts

Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Date
10 Jan 2027
Mode
Online
Duration
3 Hours
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