You open the JEE Main 2027 page, see the word “MeriPehchaan,” and wonder whether you need a MeriPehchaan login for JEE Main 2027 registration. The official Information Bulletin (page 8) says registration “has been enabled” through this single sign-on service “for the convenience of the applicants”. It does not call MeriPehchaan compulsory, so you can use it when the registration page offers it. You also get an application number and create a password during registration. This blog covers the login process, registration steps, documents, fees, and dates, in that order.
NTA has started JEE Main 2027 Session 1 registration on its official website. You can apply from October 24 to November 22, 2026. The form is for students who want to pursue undergraduate engineering at NITs, IIITs and other participating institutes. You fill in your personal and academic details, upload your documents and pay the fee before the last date.
JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Overview Table
Use this table for a quick look at the exam.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2027 |
| Session | Session 1: January 20 to 28, 2027 (Session 2 in April 2027) |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Application Form Status | Released |
| Registration Dates | October 24 to November 22, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Papers | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning) |
| Eligibility | Passed Class 12 in 2025 or 2026, or appearing in 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
What Is the MeriPehchaan NSSO Portal?
MeriPehchaan is India’s National Single Sign-On platform. It gives you access to participating government websites and online services with one login, so you do not need a separate login for each service. It brings together Jan Parichay, DigiLocker and e-Pramaan as identity providers.
Do You Need MeriPehchaan Login for JEE Main 2027?
The JEE Main 2027 Information Bulletin (page 8) says application form registration has been enabled through MeriPehchaan, the single sign-on service of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, “for the convenience of the applicants”. In simple words, MeriPehchaan is there to make sign-in easier. The bulletin does not call it compulsory. If you create a MeriPehchaan account, the bulletin (page 7) says you register with your name, date of birth and mobile number, and can complete verification through eKYC using Aadhaar, PAN, Driving Licence or APAAR.
The JEE Main system gives you an application number, and you create a password during registration. As per the bulletin, you use the application number for Session 1, Session 2 and all later communication.
Step-by-Step Guide to MeriPehchaan Login for JEE Main 2027
Step 1: Visit the Official NTA JEE Main Website
Open jeemain.nta.nic.in and click the “Online Application Form for JEE (Main) 2027 – Session 1” link. Never use a registration link from an unknown website. Check that the link belongs to the official website before you enter any personal information.
Step 2: Register and Sign In
- Click the registration link and read the instructions on the page.
- If you see the MeriPehchaan sign-in option, you can use it. The MeriPehchaan steps are explained below.
- Enter your personal and contact details.
- Verify your mobile number and email address when asked.
- You receive an application number. Create your password and keep both safe.
Your password must have 8 to 13 characters, with at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one special character from ! @ # $ % ^ & * –
If you forget your password, reset it with the code sent by SMS to your registered mobile number, or with the link sent to your registered email. Use only the official reset option.
How the MeriPehchaan Sign-In Works
If you choose MeriPehchaan, the process works like this:
- On the JEE Main 2027 registration page, select the MeriPehchaan sign-in option.
- If you already have a DigiLocker, Jan Parichay or e-Pramaan account, sign in with it. MeriPehchaan brings these three identity providers together.
- If you are new, create an account with your name, date of birth and mobile number.
- Complete verification through eKYC with Aadhaar, PAN, Driving Licence or APAAR, as the bulletin describes.
- Return to the JEE Main form, finish the registration and note your system-generated application number. For every later login, you use this application number and the password you created (bulletin page 8).
Step 3: Fill in the Application Form
You enter these details in the form:
- Personal details: name, date of birth, gender and other required information.
- Contact details: address, mobile number and email ID.
- Academic details: Class 10 and Class 12 or equivalent exam information.
- Exam details: select Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning), or a permitted combination.
- Category details: select your category and add certificate information if the form asks for it.
- Exam city preferences: choose four cities. They must be in the state of your permanent or present address, unless that state has fewer than four exam cities (bulletin page 27).
You also take a live photograph while filling the form, using your webcam, or by scanning a QR code on your mobile or tablet if your device has no webcam. Sit against a white background with proper lighting, and keep 80% of your face visible, including ears, without a mask (bulletin pages 8 and 9).
Step 4: Upload the Required Documents
Upload each file in the format and size set by NTA.
| Document | Format | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Scanned photograph (recent, passport size, white background, face clearly visible) | JPG/JPEG | 10 kB to 200 kB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 10 kB to 100 kB |
| Class 10 certificate or marksheet | 50 kB to 300 kB | |
| Disability/UDID certificate, if applicable | 50 kB to 300 kB | |
| Certificate for limitation to write, if applicable | 50 kB to 300 kB | |
| Passport (non-Indian candidates, including OCI), if applicable | 50 kB to 300 kB |
Follow the exact instructions shown on the portal. Not every candidate needs every document.
Step 5: Pay the Application Fee
Pay the fee online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI, and keep the proof of payment. The fee depends on your category, gender, papers and exam centre. Processing charges and GST are paid by the candidate, as applicable.
Single paper: Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch) or Paper 2B (B.Planning)
| Category | Type of Candidate | Centres in India (₹) | Centres Outside India (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Male | 1,000 | 5,000 |
| General | Female | 800 | 4,000 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Male | 900 | 4,500 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Female | 800 | 4,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Male | 500 | 2,500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Female | 500 | 2,500 |
| Third Gender | All | 500 | 2,500 |
Combinations: Paper 1 with 2A or 2B, or Paper 2A with 2B
| Category | Type of Candidate | Centres in India (₹) | Centres Outside India (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Male | 2,000 | 10,000 |
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | Female | 1,600 | 8,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Male | 1,000 | 5,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD/PwBD | Female | 1,000 | 5,000 |
| Third Gender | All | 1,000 | 5,000 |
Step 6: Review and Submit
Before you submit, recheck every entry from Step 3 against your official documents. Then confirm your uploaded documents and payment status. You can fix mistakes in the correction window, but only in the fields NTA enables.
Step 7: Download the Confirmation Page
The confirmation page is generated only after successful payment. Download, save and print it. Keep a copy of the application number, payment receipt and other records until the admission process is complete.
Important Dates for JEE Main 2027 Session 1
- Last date to apply and pay the fee: November 22, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
- Late submission with an extra fee of ₹500: November 23 to 26, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
- Correction window: November 27 to 29, 2026 (up to 11:50 PM).
- City intimation slip: December 30, 2026.
- Admit card: January 13, 2027.
- Exam dates: January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027. Shift 1 runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon and Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. B.Arch and B.Planning papers run 30 minutes longer.
Points to Remember Before You Submit
- Reach the application form only through the official JEE Main website.
- Read the current information bulletin before you enter personal details.
- Give details that match your official records.
- Follow the photograph, signature and document-upload specifications.
- Check official notices regularly for deadlines, correction windows, admit cards and exam updates.
- Never share your password, OTP or other login details with anyone.
What to Do Next
Open the official JEE Main website today, read the bulletin once, and start your registration with the sign-in option the portal shows. Finish the form, pay the fee before the last date and save your confirmation page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is a single sign-in on India’s National Single Sign-On platform. It lets you access participating online services with one login.
The bulletin says MeriPehchaan registration has been enabled for the convenience of applicants. It does not call it compulsory, so you can use it when the registration page offers it.
Visit https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/ and use the JEE Main 2027 registration link.
Visit https://meripehchaan.gov.in/ and follow the sign-in instructions. You can sign in with an existing DigiLocker, Jan Parichay or e-Pramaan account, or create a new account with your name, date of birth and mobile number.
Yes, when the registration page offers MeriPehchaan sign-in. After registration, you log in with your system-generated application number and the password you created.
Reset it with the code sent to your registered mobile number or the link sent to your registered email.
You need a scanned photograph, your signature and your Class 10 certificate or marksheet. Other documents apply only in some cases, as listed in Step 4.
Check the application status and payment status on the official portal, then download the confirmation page. A successful login alone does not confirm submission.
Try again after some time, check your internet connection and follow the official portal’s instructions.
