JEE Exam Guide 2027
JEE (Joint Entrance Examination (Main and Advanced)) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (Main) and an IIT chosen on rotation (Advanced). It is used for admission to engineering and architecture programmes at NITs, IIITs, other centrally funded institutes and the IITs. This guide covers who can apply, how selection works, what is tested and how to prepare.
- Engineering
- Computer-based (Main); computer-based (Advanced)
JEE at a glance
- Full name
- Joint Entrance Examination (Main and Advanced)
- Conducted by
- the National Testing Agency (Main) and an IIT chosen on rotation (Advanced)
- Used for
- admission to engineering and architecture programmes at NITs, IIITs, other centrally funded institutes and the IITs
- Mode
- Computer-based (Main); computer-based (Advanced)
- Who can apply
- Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics plus Chemistry or another approved subject; age and attempt rules are set in the information bulletin.
- What is tested
- Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- Official website
- jeemain.nta.nic.in
How JEE selection works
- 1JEE Main
- 2JEE Advanced (only for those who qualify through Main)
- 3Counselling and seat allotment (JoSAA)
How to prepare for JEE
- Build the Class 11 and 12 NCERT base first, then add problem-solving from standard books; Advanced rewards depth, not speed alone.
- Take full-length mocks under timed conditions and keep an error log of the same mistakes.
- Before you apply, read the latest official notification at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change every cycle and are not listed here.
Choosing JEE coaching
Coaching helps most when you need structure, regular tests and a peer group. Ask any centre for the batch size, the full fee including GST, a trial class and last year's results with roll numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is JEE?+−
JEE (Joint Entrance Examination (Main and Advanced)) is conducted by the National Testing Agency (Main) and an IIT chosen on rotation (Advanced). It is used for admission to engineering and architecture programmes at NITs, IIITs, other centrally funded institutes and the IITs.
Who can apply for JEE?+−
Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics plus Chemistry or another approved subject; age and attempt rules are set in the information bulletin.
What are the stages of JEE?+−
JEE runs in 3 stages: 1. JEE Main; 2. JEE Advanced (only for those who qualify through Main); 3. Counselling and seat allotment (JoSAA).
What does JEE test?+−
JEE covers Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Are the dates and fees for JEE on this page?+−
No. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change each cycle, so confirm them in the official notification at jeemain.nta.nic.in before you apply.