JEE Main 2027 Application: NTA Releases FAQ on MeriPehchaan, DigiLocker and Registration Errors
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document addressing candidates’ queries regarding the JEE Main 2027 application process.
One of the key updates is the use of MeriPehchaan, the National Single Sign-On (NSSO) platform under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), for candidates’ details. Applicants have also been advised to update their information on DigiLocker.
According to ALLEN Career Institute’s Career Counselling Expert, Amit Ahuja, the number of JEE Main 2027 registrations is increasing as the application deadline approaches.
As per NTA data available up to 2 PM on Saturday, a total of 7,86,681 candidates had registered for the examination. Of these, approximately 5.94 lakh candidates had completed the application process by paying the examination fee, while around 1.92 lakh candidates had registered but not yet submitted the fee.
Candidates who have not paid the examination fee must complete the payment before the deadline to ensure their applications are not cancelled.
The last date for regular registration is 22 November 2026. Candidates can also submit their applications with a late fee until 26 November 2026.
Amit Ahuja stated that the FAQ released by NTA contains answers to 35 questions related to the JEE Main 2027 application process. The document addresses important concerns regarding registration, identity verification, category certificates, academic details, examination city selection and other application-related issues.
The FAQ aims to help candidates understand the application requirements and avoid common mistakes while filling out the online form.
One of the important aspects of the latest application process is the use of MeriPehchaan, the National Single Sign-On (NSSO) platform introduced under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.
Candidates should ensure that their personal and identity-related details are correctly updated. NTA has also advised applicants to update their information on DigiLocker to avoid discrepancies during the application and verification process.
Students should carefully check their details before submitting the application form.
The NTA FAQ also provides guidance for candidates whose category certificates are still under preparation.
Such candidates can submit their applications by providing details from the acknowledgement receipt received after applying for the category certificate. These details include:
Candidates should enter the information accurately while completing the application process.
According to the NTA FAQ, candidates who make errors in their application forms, including mistakes related to personal details, Aadhaar information, examination city preferences, Class 10 and Class 12 academic details, live photographs or category information, may submit a fresh application through a new registration.
In such cases, the latest application submitted by the candidate will be considered final for the examination.
However, candidates can also correct eligible mistakes during the correction window announced by NTA. Therefore, applicants should carefully review their details before submitting the form and use the correction facility wherever applicable.
NTA has clarified that candidates can complete the JEE Main 2027 application process even if they do not have an APAAR ID.
Therefore, the absence of an APAAR ID will not prevent candidates from submitting their applications.
As per the information provided in the NTA FAQ, candidates will not be allowed to use a calculator during the JEE Main 2027 examination.
Students should keep this instruction in mind while preparing for the computer-based test and practise calculations without relying on a calculator.
The NTA FAQ also clarifies the rules regarding examination city selection.
Candidates can select their examination city based on the state of their present address or permanent address. The examination city selection will not be linked to the address mentioned in their Aadhaar details.
Therefore, candidates should carefully enter their present and permanent addresses before selecting their preferred examination cities.
Candidates should keep the following registration deadlines in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for regular registration | 22 November 2026 |
| Last date for registration with late fee | 26 November 2026 |
Candidates are advised to complete their registration and fee payment well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
With the registration deadline approaching, candidates should carefully read the NTA FAQ and verify all details before submitting their applications. Particular attention should be given to personal information, Aadhaar details, DigiLocker records, academic qualifications, category information and examination city preferences.
Applicants who have registered but not paid the examination fee should complete the payment before the deadline. Any eligible corrections should be made during the official correction window announced by NTA.
For the latest updates, candidates should regularly visit the official NTA JEE Main website.
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