JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Exam Dates Announced: Registration Expected in October

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the examination schedule for the first session of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027. With the countdown now underway, students preparing for the premier engineering entrance test have approximately 127 days remaining before the assessments begin.

According to the official announcement, the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examinations are scheduled to take place on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29, and 30, 2027. The testing body has also designated January 31, 2027, as a buffer date to accommodate any necessary adjustments to the testing schedule.

Registration Timeline and Examination Details

While the dates for the first session have been confirmed, the NTA has not yet released the formal registration window for the 2027 cycle. Current expectations suggest that the application forms will be made available on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, during the final week of October 2026. Once the portal opens, candidates will be required to complete their registration, submit the necessary application fees, and eventually download their admit cards through the same platform.

Information regarding the second session of the examination remains pending. However, based on historical patterns from previous academic years, it is anticipated that the second session will be conducted in the first week of April 2027. Aspirants are encouraged to monitor the official NTA website regularly for updates regarding the specific registration start date and any further notifications concerning the application process.

Broader NTA Examination Calendar

In addition to the JEE Main schedule, the NTA has provided updates for several other major national-level examinations. The agency has released the dates for the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) 2027, the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE) 2027, and the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for postgraduate programs. Students planning to appear for these exams can access the comprehensive examination calendar directly through the official NTA portal.

As the examination dates approach, candidates are advised to focus on their preparation and revision strategies. The NTA continues to provide resources for students, including access to previous years' question papers, which can serve as a valuable tool for understanding the exam pattern and improving performance ahead of the January testing window.