If you are planning to sit for the January 2027 attempt, one of the first practical questions is what the application costs. NTA has now published the JEE Main 2027 exam fees in the Information Bulletin, and registration is already open. The amount you pay depends on your category, gender, the number of papers and whether your exam centre is in India or abroad.
This guide covers the JEE Main registration fee for every category, the late fee, how to pay, and what to do if a payment fails.
JEE Main 2027 Registration at a Glance
| Detail | Session 1 | Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Registration opens | 24 October 2026 | 5 January 2027 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 22 November 2026 (11:50 PM) | 3 February 2027 (11:50 PM) |
| Late submission window (₹500 extra) | 23–26 November 2026 | 4–7 February 2027 |
| Exam dates | 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2027 | 2–7 April 2027 |
The fee is charged per session. If you want both attempts, you pay twice.
JEE Main 2027 Exam Fees for Centres in India
One paper (Paper 1 B.E./B.Tech, Paper 2A B.Arch, or Paper 2B B.Planning)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | ₹1,000 | ₹800 |
| Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹900 | ₹800 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| Third Gender | ₹500 |
Two or three papers (for example, B.Tech plus B.Arch)
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General / Gen-EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Third Gender | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
JEE Mains Form Fees for General Category
A General category male candidate pays ₹1,000 for a single paper. General female candidates pay ₹800. A General candidate who wants two papers pays double: ₹2,000 for males and ₹1,600 for females.
For most students, Paper 1 alone is enough. Add Paper 2A or 2B only if you are also aiming for architecture or planning courses.
JEE Mains Fees for OBC Candidates
The JEE Mains fees for OBC candidates apply to the non-creamy layer (OBC-NCL), and Gen-EWS applicants pay the same amounts.
- Male, one paper: ₹900
- Female, one paper: ₹800
- Male, two or more papers: ₹2,000
- Female, two or more papers: ₹1,600
So the JEE Main 2027 exam fees for OBC male candidates are ₹100 lower than for General males on a single paper. The concession disappears if you choose multiple papers. You will need a valid OBC-NCL certificate to claim the category.
Fees for Exam Centres Outside India
Candidates who choose an overseas centre pay much more.
| Papers | General Male | General Female | OBC-NCL / EWS Male | OBC-NCL / EWS Female | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One paper | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 |
| Two or three papers | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 |
New This Year: ₹500 Late Fee
NTA now allows a short late-submission window after the regular deadline. For Session 1 it runs from 23 to 26 November 2026. You pay your normal category fee plus a flat ₹500, whatever your category. For example, a General male candidate with one paper would pay ₹1,500 in total.
Don’t plan around it. Applying on time saves you money and avoids last-minute server slowdowns.
How to Pay the JEE Main 2027 Application Fee
Payment is online only. Cash, demand drafts and challans are not accepted.
- Go to the official site, jeemain.nta.nic.in, and open the Session 1 registration link. Reports say a Meri Pehchaan login is now needed, so create that account first if you don’t have one.
- Fill in your personal and academic details, choose your papers and exam cities, and upload your photo and signature.
- Check the fee shown on screen. It should match the tables above.
- Pay using the options on the portal, which are generally debit card, credit card, net banking and UPI.
- Wait for the confirmation. Don’t close the tab or press back while the transaction processes.
- Download the confirmation page and keep your application number and transaction ID.
Your application is incomplete until the fee is successfully paid.
What If Your Payment Fails?
- Log in and check whether the portal shows the fee as received. Status updates can lag by a few hours.
- If your bank shows a deduction but the portal doesn’t, note the transaction ID and wait before paying again.
- Contact your bank, and use the NTA helpdesk details on the official website if it stays unresolved.
- Keep screenshots and receipts until your confirmation page is final.
Is the JEE Main Fee Refundable?
Generally no. A refund is normally considered only for failed or duplicate transactions and not if you simply decide to skip the exam. Read the refund terms in the Information Bulletin before paying.
Tips to Avoid Fee Mistakes
- Pick your category carefully. A wrong category can cause problems at the document stage.
- Keep your OBC-NCL, EWS, SC/ST or PwD certificate ready before you start.
- Choose multiple papers only if you really need them. The fee doubles.
- Pay from a stable internet connection and avoid the final-day rush.
- Use only the official NTA portal. Never pay through third-party agents.
FAQs on JEE Main 2027 Exam Fees
What is the JEE Main 2027 exam fee for General male candidates?
₹1,000 for one paper and ₹2,000 for two or more, with a centre in India.
What is the JEE Main 2027 exam fee for OBC candidates?
₹900 for males and ₹800 for females (OBC-NCL) on a single paper.
Is there a late fee?
Yes. ₹500 extra for all categories during the late window, 23–26 November 2026 for Session 1.
Do I pay separately for each session?
Yes. The fee applies to each session you apply for.
Can I pay by UPI?
Online payment methods are offered on the portal. Check which options appear at checkout.
What is the fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates?
₹500 for one paper and ₹1,000 for two or more, at an Indian centre.
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