New Delhi.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination window as part of its annual academic testing calendar. Engineering aspirants preparing for admission to top institutions can now structure their revision strategy around the official January schedule.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Dates
The NTA will conduct the B.E./B.Tech. (Paper 1) examinations across multiple test centers in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode on the following dates:
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Session 1 Dates: January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30, 2027
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Buffer Date: January 31, 2027
Individual test shifts, specific exam dates, and allotted centers will be communicated via individual city intimation slips and admit cards. For verified news and updates on competitive entrance tests, follow Matribhumi Samachar.
JEE Main 2027 Timeline Overview
| Event | Status / Date |
| Session 1 Exams | January 22–24 & January 28–30, 2027 |
| Buffer Date | January 31, 2027 |
| Online Registration | To be announced on official NTA portal |
| City Intimation Slip | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Official Results | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria and Paper Pattern
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Academic Qualification: Candidates must have studied Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects alongside Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a technical vocational subject in Class 12.
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Admission Criterion (NITs/IIITs/CFTIs): Candidates generally require at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or need to rank within the top 20 percentile of their respective board.
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Exam Structure: Paper 1 comprises 75 questions (25 each in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) worth 300 marks total. Questions are divided into Section A (Multiple Choice Questions) and Section B (Numerical Value Questions), with negative marking applicable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration begin?
The NTA will announce the exact registration opening and closing dates alongside the detailed Information Bulletin on its official website (
jeemain.nta.nic.in).Q2. Is January 31, 2027 an official exam day?
January 31, 2027 is kept strictly as a buffer date to accommodate any technical or administrative contingencies.
Q3. Will there be a second session for JEE Main 2027?
JEE Main traditionally takes place in two sessions (January and April). The official dates for Session 2 will be confirmed in the formal NTA bulletin. Read more education coverage on Matribhumi Samachar Education.
Disclaimer: The exam schedule and rules mentioned above are based on the official NTA notification. Aspirants must verify final eligibility requirements, registration deadlines, and examination rules directly from the official NTA portal (
nta.ac.in) once the complete 2027 Information Bulletin is published.
