JEE Advanced 2027
Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced 2027) conducted under the guidance of the Joint Admission Board (JAB) — the sole gateway for undergraduate B.Tech, B.S., and Dual Degree admissions across all 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
JEE Advanced 2027 Overview & Key Highlights
JEE Advanced is India's most prestigious and intellectually rigorous engineering entrance examination. Administered rotationally by one of the premier Indian Institutes of Technology under the directive of the Joint Admission Board (JAB), it forms the singular gateway for admission to the 23 IITs and specialized premier research universities across the nation.
| Full Examination Name | Joint Entrance Examination (Advanced) 2027 — JEE (Advanced) 2027 |
| Conducting Authority | Joint Admission Board (JAB) & the designated Organizing IIT (on rotational basis among IIT Roorkee, IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Guwahati) |
| Official Examination Portal | jeeadv.ac.in |
| Counselling & Allocation Body | Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA 2027) — Unified 6-round centralized e-counselling (josaa.nic.in) |
| Eligibility Prerequisite | Must rank within the Top 2,50,000 candidates (across all reservation categories) in JEE Main 2027 Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) |
| Permissible Attempts | Maximum 2 attempts in 2 consecutive calendar years (First appeared for Class 12 in 2026 or 2027) |
| Examination Format & Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) across designated pan-India test centres and select international overseas centres |
| Mandatory Paper Structure | Two Compulsory Papers on the same examination day: • Paper 1: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM IST (3 Hours) • Paper 2: 02:30 PM – 05:30 PM IST (3 Hours) Note: Appearing in BOTH Paper 1 and Paper 2 is strictly mandatory. Missing either paper results in disqualification. |
| Subjects Covered | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (in both Paper 1 & Paper 2) |
| Academic Programs Offered | 4-Year Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), 4-Year Bachelor of Science (B.S.), 5-Year Integrated Master of Technology (Dual Degree B.Tech + M.Tech), and 5-Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch via AAT) |
| Participating Institutions | All 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) offering approximately 17,740+ seats, plus premier allied research institutes (IISc Bangalore, IIPE Visakhapatnam, RGIPT Rae Bareli, IIST Thiruvananthapuram) |
| Class 12 Qualifying Benchmark | Minimum 75% aggregate marks (65% for SC, ST, PwD) in Class 12th board examination OR within the Top 20 Percentile of successful candidates in the respective state/central board |
| Special Quotas | 20% Female Supernumerary Quota created additionally across every academic branch to ensure gender parity without decreasing open seats |
Eligibility Criteria & Attempt Validator
Admission into the Indian Institutes of Technology is governed by strict five-tier criteria established by the Joint Admission Board. Use our interactive validator below to verify your eligibility for JEE Advanced 2027.
⚡ Interactive JEE Advanced 2027 Eligibility Checker
Evaluate your 2-attempt limit, 75% board rule, category concession, and prior IIT admission status.
1️⃣ Performance in JEE Main 2027
Candidates must be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates in Paper 1 of JEE Main 2027. Category-wise distribution:
- OPEN (CRL): ~96,187 candidates (incl. PwD)
- GEN-EWS: ~25,000 candidates (10%)
- OBC-NCL: ~67,500 candidates (27%)
- SC & ST: ~37,500 (15%) & ~18,750 (7.5%)
2️⃣ Age Limit Benchmark
Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 2002. Relaxations apply for reserved communities:
- OPEN / EWS / OBC-NCL: Born on or after Oct 1, 2002
- SC / ST / PwD: Born on or after Oct 1, 1997 (5-year age relaxation)
- Birth certificate or Class 10 marksheet serves as legal proof of date of birth
3️⃣ Number of Attempts Limit
A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in two consecutive years:
- Candidates appearing for Class 12 in 2027: Attempt 1 of 2
- Candidates who appeared for Class 12 in 2026: Attempt 2 of 2
- Candidates who appeared for Class 12 in 2025 or earlier: Ineligible for JEE Advanced 2027
4️⃣ Appearance in Class 12
The candidate should have appeared for the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination for the first time in either 2026 or 2027:
- Mandatory subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
- Candidates whose board results were declared after June 2025 are evaluated on a case-by-case basis per JAB policy
5️⃣ Earlier Admission at IITs
A candidate who was previously admitted to an IIT is NOT eligible to appear in JEE Advanced 2027:
- Candidates whose admission was cancelled after reporting are disqualified
- Candidates who accepted a seat in JoSAA but formally withdrew before the final round remain fully eligible
- Students admitted to preparatory courses in past years are eligible
6️⃣ 75% Board or Top 20%ile Rule
To secure admission to an IIT, qualified candidates must satisfy one of the two academic standards:
- ≥ 75% aggregate in 12th standard (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
- OR within the Top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their qualifying board
- Five subjects considered: Physics, Chemistry, Maths, one Language, and one elective with highest marks
Two-Paper Examination Pattern & Dynamic Scoring
Unlike JEE Main which follows a predictable question count, JEE Advanced features a dynamic question paper structure with complex multi-select questions, partial marking schemes, and strict negative marking designed to test deep conceptual mastery.
| Exam Dimension | JEE Main 2027 (NTA) | JEE Advanced 2027 (JAB / IIT) |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) | Organizing IIT & Joint Admission Board (JAB) |
| Participating Colleges | 32 NITs, 26 IIITs, 40+ GFTIs & State Engineering Colleges | All 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) |
| Number of Papers | Single 3-hour Paper (Paper 1 for B.Tech) | Two Mandatory 3-Hour Papers (Paper 1 + Paper 2 on same day) |
| Exam Timings | Shift 1: 09:00 – 12:00 OR Shift 2: 15:00 – 18:00 | Paper 1: 09:00 – 12:00 AND Paper 2: 14:30 – 17:30 (Compulsory) |
| Question Predictability | Fixed: 90 Questions (attempt 75 for 300 marks) | Dynamic: Total marks and question counts vary annually (~180 marks per paper) |
| Question Varieties | MCQs (+4, -1) and Numerical Value (+4, -1) | Single Option, Multi-Correct Options with Partial Marking, Numerical Value, Matrix Match, Paragraphs |
| Subject-wise Cutoff | No minimum subject cutoff (only overall percentile) | Strict Subject-Wise Cutoffs: Candidate must clear separate minimum marks in Physics, Chemistry, AND Maths |
| Attempt Limitations | 3 consecutive years from Class 12 passing | Strictly 2 consecutive years from Class 12 appearance |
🎯 Multi-Correct Questions & Partial Marks
One of the hallmark challenges of JEE Advanced. Questions may have one, two, three, or all four options correct:
- Full Marks (+4): If ALL correct options are selected and NO incorrect option is chosen
- Partial Marks (+3): If all 4 options are correct but only 3 are chosen
- Partial Marks (+2): If 3 or more options are correct but only 2 chosen
- Partial Marks (+1): If 2 or more options are correct but only 1 chosen
- Negative Marks (-2): If ANY incorrect option is selected
🔢 Non-Negative & Decimal Numericals
Numerical value questions require solving to exact integer or decimal precision entered via the on-screen virtual keypad:
- Scoring Scheme: Typically +3 or +4 marks for correct numerical answer
- Zero / Negative Marking: Zero marks if unattempted; select sections carry -1 negative marking
- No options provided — requires absolute numerical precision rounded as directed in question
- Tests rigorous analytical derivation without back-substituting answer choices
📚 Matrix Match & Paragraph Sets
Tests the synthesis of inter-connected concepts across multiple sub-topics within Physics, Chemistry, or Maths:
- Matching Lists: Match Column 1 items with multiple corresponding entries in Column 2 (+3 for correct match, -1 for error)
- Comprehension Paragraphs: A rigorous scientific or mathematical premise followed by 2 to 3 linked questions
- Requires coherent understanding of laboratory physics, organic reaction mechanisms, and multi-variable calculus
JEE Advanced Marks vs CRL Rank Predictor
In JEE Advanced, rank lists are compiled only for candidates who satisfy BOTH the minimum subject percentage cutoff across all three subjects and the minimum aggregate qualifying percentage. Estimate your Common Rank List (CRL) and category rank below.
📊 Live JEE Advanced Score to CRL & Category Rank Calculator
Enter your expected aggregate marks across Paper 1 and Paper 2 (out of 120 per subject, 360 total).
Historical Minimum Qualifying Cutoffs for Rank List Inclusion
| Category | Min. Marks in Each Subject (%) | Min. Aggregate Marks (%) | Approx. Total Marks (out of 360) | Status in JoSAA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Rank List (CRL / OPEN) | 10.0% (12 / 120) | 35.0% | ~109 – 115 Marks | Eligible for All Open IIT Seats |
| GEN-EWS | 9.0% (10.8 / 120) | 31.5% | ~98 – 102 Marks | Eligible for CRL + 10% EWS Quota |
| OBC-NCL | 9.0% (10.8 / 120) | 31.5% | ~98 – 102 Marks | Eligible for CRL + 27% OBC Quota |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 5.0% (6 / 120) | 17.5% | ~55 – 58 Marks | Eligible for CRL + 15% SC Quota |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 5.0% (6 / 120) | 17.5% | ~55 – 58 Marks | Eligible for CRL + 7.5% ST Quota |
| PwD (Common / Reserved) | 5.0% (6 / 120) | 17.5% | ~55 – 58 Marks | Eligible for 5% Horizontal Quota |
| Preparatory Courses (SC/ST/PwD) | 2.5% (3 / 120) | 8.75% | ~28 – 32 Marks | 1-Year Preparatory Course at Allotted IIT |
JoSAA IIT Seat Allocation Decision Simulator
JoSAA operates a unified seat allocation portal for IITs and the NIT+ system. However, crucial differences exist for IITs: IIT seats do NOT participate in CSAB Special Rounds, and seat withdrawal from an IIT is strictly prohibited after JoSAA Round 5. Simulate your tactical decisions below.
🔄 JoSAA IIT Seat Allotment Decision Engine
Select your allotment scenario to evaluate Freeze, Float, Slide, Seat Acceptance Fee, and withdrawal rules.
Category Reservations & Female Supernumerary Quota (20%)
IIT admissions strictly implement statutory Government of India reservations alongside the pioneering 20% Female Supernumerary Quota instituted to promote women in STEM without decreasing seats for gender-neutral applicants.
👩 20% Female Supernumerary Quota
A transformative policy created by the Joint Admission Board in 2018:
- Ensures female enrollment in every branch of every IIT reaches at least 20%
- Seats are created supernumerary (over and above regular intake) — not a single open seat is reduced
- Female candidates compete in both the Gender-Neutral pool and the Female-Only pool
- Results in significantly expanded closing ranks for girl students across premier IIT CSE & ECE branches
⚖️ Statutory Category Reservations
Mandatory seat allocation percentages per Central Government guidelines:
- GEN-EWS: 10% seats for Economically Weaker Section candidates
- OBC-NCL: 27% seats for Non-Creamy Layer Other Backward Classes
- SC (Scheduled Caste): 15% seats with relaxed qualifying cutoffs
- ST (Scheduled Tribe): 7.5% seats with relaxed qualifying cutoffs
- PwD: 5% horizontal reservation in each category for ≥ 40% benchmark disability
📄 Central Format Certificate Requirements
Strict certificate standards enforced during online JoSAA document verification:
- OBC-NCL & GEN-EWS certificates must be issued on or after April 1, 2027
- Must be issued in the prescribed Government of India Central format (State formats are rejected)
- Issuing authority must be Tehsildar, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), or District Magistrate
- Failure to produce valid central certificate converts candidate to General category
Impact of Female Supernumerary Quota on Top IIT Closing Ranks (CRL)
| Institute | Branch Name | Gender-Neutral Closing CRL | Female-Only Closing CRL | Rank Expansion Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | Computer Science & Engineering | 68 | 290 | +222 Ranks |
| IIT Delhi | Computer Science & Engineering | 115 | 420 | +305 Ranks |
| IIT Madras | Computer Science & Engineering | 160 | 590 | +430 Ranks |
| IIT Kanpur | Computer Science & Engineering | 240 | 780 | +540 Ranks |
| IIT Kharagpur | Computer Science & Engineering | 410 | 1,150 | +740 Ranks |
| IIT Roorkee | Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 850 | 2,200 | +1,350 Ranks |
| IIT Bombay | Electrical Engineering | 440 | 1,450 | +1,010 Ranks |
Important Dates & Official Timeline
Key milestones for JEE Advanced 2027 and JoSAA centralized engineering counselling. Keep track of registration deadlines, exam dates, answer key challenges, and seat allocation rounds.
JEE Main 2027 Session 2 Results & AIR Cutoff Declaration
NTA releases Session 2 scorecards and declares the Category-wise Cutoff NTA Percentile for JEE Advanced 2027 qualification. The top 2.5 lakh candidates are officially shortlisted.
JEE Advanced 2027 Online Registration Portal Opens
Eligible candidates log in to jeeadv.ac.in. Submit city preferences, upload Class 10/12 marks cards & category documents, and pay the registration fee.
Admit Card Release & Centre Verification
Download hall tickets from the candidate portal. Confirm assigned exam venue, reporting timing, virtual photo verification details, and authorized stationery items.
JEE Advanced 2027 Examination Day (CBT Mode)
Compulsory Dual Sessions:
• Paper 1: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM IST (Physics, Chemistry,
Maths)
• Paper 2: 02:30 PM – 05:30 PM IST (Physics, Chemistry,
Maths)
Both papers are mandatory. Appearing in only one paper leads to total disqualification.
Candidate Response Sheets & Provisional Answer Key
JAB publishes candidate recorded responses on the portal followed by the Provisional Answer Key. Candidates can submit online challenges with supporting proofs within the 48-hour window.
Final Answer Key & JEE Advanced 2027 Results Declaration
Final answer keys released and results announced. CRL (Common Rank List) and Category Ranks published for all candidates satisfying minimum subject-wise and aggregate qualifying cutoffs.
Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT 2027)
One-day pen-and-paper examination conducted across zonal IITs for qualified JEE Advanced candidates seeking admission to B.Arch at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT (BHU) Varanasi.
Unified JoSAA 2027 Choice Filling & 6 Seat Allocation Rounds
Candidates log in to josaa.nic.in. Submit unified college-plus-branch preferences for 23 IITs and 32 NITs. Followed by 2 mock allotments and 6 rounds of seat allocation.
6-Stage IIT Admission Roadmap through JoSAA
The structured path from clearing the preliminary JEE Main cutoff to securing your dream B.Tech branch and reporting at your designated Indian Institute of Technology campus.
Step 1 JEE Main Qualification
Score equal to or above the category-specific cutoff percentile in JEE Main Paper 1. Only the top 2,50,000 successful candidates receive authorization to register for JEE Advanced.
Step 2 JEE Advanced Registration
Register online on jeeadv.ac.in. Select 8 preferred examination cities across your home zone, upload Class 10 DOB certificate, valid category certificates, and pay the examination fee.
Step 3 Complete Both CBT Papers
Appear in Paper 1 (09:00 - 12:00) and Paper 2 (14:30 - 17:30) on exam day. Maintain strict time management, maximize partial marking, and avoid uncalculated risks on -2 negative penalty questions.
Step 4 Unified JoSAA Choice Filling
Log in to josaa.nic.in with your JEE Main application number. Submit an extensive sequence of academic programs across 23 IITs arranged strictly in order of genuine personal preference.
Step 5 Seat Acceptance & Online Reporting
Upon allotment in Rounds 1-6, select Freeze, Float, or Slide. Pay Seat Acceptance Fee (₹35,000 / ₹17,500), upload 10th, 12th, Category, and Medical Fitness certificates, and respond to queries.
Step 6 Final Campus Reporting at IIT
After JoSAA Round 6, download the Provisional Seat Allotment Letter. Complete the physical document verification and orientation formalities at your allotted IIT campus to commence your B.Tech journey.
Top 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) Cutoff Matrix
Explore opening and closing All India Common Rank List (CRL) benchmarks across all 23 IITs participating in JoSAA counselling. Use the search bar or branch filter buttons to narrow down ranks.
| Institute Name | NIRF Rank | B.Tech CSE Closing CRL (GN) | CSE Female-Only CRL | Electrical / ECE CRL | Mechanical Engg CRL | Core Branches CRL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay (IITB) Mumbai, Maharashtra |
NIRF #3 | 68 | 290 | 440 | 1,700 | 2,500 – 6,100 |
| IIT Delhi (IITD) Hauz Khas, New Delhi |
NIRF #2 | 115 | 420 | 580 | 1,850 | 2,800 – 6,400 |
| IIT Madras (IITM) Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
NIRF #1 | 160 | 590 | 850 | 2,300 | 3,400 – 8,100 |
| IIT Kanpur (IITK) Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
NIRF #4 | 240 | 780 | 1,250 | 2,800 | 4,100 – 9,800 |
| IIT Kharagpur (IITKGP) Kharagpur, West Bengal |
NIRF #5 | 410 | 1,150 | 1,100 | 3,500 | 5,200 – 11,500 |
| IIT Roorkee (IITR) Roorkee, Uttarakhand |
NIRF #8 | 480 | 1,450 | 1,500 | 3,900 | 5,800 – 12,500 |
| IIT Guwahati (IITG) Guwahati, Assam |
NIRF #7 | 600 | 1,750 | 1,700 | 4,500 | 6,200 – 13,200 |
| IIT Hyderabad (IITH) Kandi, Sangareddy, Telangana |
NIRF #9 | 650 | 1,800 | 2,200 | 4,800 | 6,500 – 11,800 |
| IIT (BHU) Varanasi Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh |
NIRF #10 | 1,050 | 2,800 | 3,400 | 6,500 | 8,500 – 15,200 |
| IIT Indore (IITI) Simrol, Indore, MP |
NIRF #14 | 1,350 | 3,400 | 3,800 | 7,200 | 9,500 – 14,000 |
| IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Dhanbad, Jharkhand |
NIRF #15 | 3,200 | 6,500 | 6,800 | 9,800 | 11,500 – 16,500 |
| IIT Gandhinagar (IITGN) Palaj, Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
NIRF #18 | 1,600 | 4,100 | 4,100 | 7,600 | 9,800 – 13,800 |
| IIT Ropar (IITRPR) Rupnagar, Punjab |
NIRF #22 | 2,100 | 5,200 | 5,400 | 8,600 | 10,500 – 14,500 |
| IIT Jodhpur (IITJ) Karwar, Jodhpur, Rajasthan |
NIRF #28 | 2,800 | 6,200 | 6,200 | 9,400 | 11,200 – 15,200 |
| IIT Mandi Kamand, Mandi, Himachal |
NIRF #31 | 3,000 | 6,800 | 6,900 | 10,200 | 12,000 – 15,600 |
| IIT Patna Bihta, Patna, Bihar |
NIRF #34 | 2,700 | 6,100 | 7,200 | 10,800 | 12,500 – 15,900 |
| IIT Bhubaneswar Argul, Jatni, Odisha |
NIRF #47 | 3,100 | 6,700 | 6,800 | 10,500 | 12,800 – 16,100 |
| IIT Tirupati Yerpedu, Tirupati, AP |
NIRF #59 | 4,700 | 8,900 | 8,800 | 12,200 | 13,500 – 16,600 |
| IIT Palakkad Palakkad, Kerala |
NIRF #64 | 5,100 | 9,400 | 9,200 | 12,800 | 14,000 – 16,800 |
| IIT Goa Ponda, Goa |
Established 2016 | 5,300 | 9,800 | 9,600 | 13,400 | 14,500 – 16,900 |
| IIT Dharwad Dharwad, Karnataka |
Established 2016 | 5,800 | 10,500 | 10,200 | 13,900 | 15,000 – 17,200 |
| IIT Bhilai Kutelabhata, Bhilai, CG |
Established 2016 | 6,200 | 11,200 | 10,800 | 14,500 | 15,500 – 17,400 |
| IIT Jammu Jagti, Jammu, J&K |
Established 2016 | 6,400 | 11,800 | 11,200 | 15,000 | 16,000 – 17,700 |
Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT 2027) for B.Arch at IITs
Candidates passionate about architecture can pursue the premier 5-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT (BHU) Varanasi by clearing the Architecture Aptitude Test.
🏛️ Eligibility & Participating IITs
Only candidates who secure a valid CRL or Category Rank in JEE Advanced 2027 are eligible to appear for AAT:
- IIT Roorkee: Department of Architecture and Planning (Oldest in India)
- IIT Kharagpur: Department of Architecture & Regional Planning
- IIT (BHU) Varanasi: Department of Architecture, Planning & Design
- No separate application fee required for taking AAT
🎨 Test Format & Syllabus
A single 3-hour offline pen-and-paper test conducted at the 7 Zonal Coordinating IITs:
- Freehand Drawing: Perspective sketch of objects, textures, and shading
- Geometrical Drawing: Plan, elevation, 2D and 3D geometric transformations
- Three-Dimensional Perception: Volume visualization, solids assembly, and unfolding
- Architectural Awareness & Aesthetics: Iconic monuments, building materials, and color theory
📋 Evaluation & JoSAA Seat Allocation
AAT results are declared strictly as PASS or FAIL:
- No separate rank list is compiled for AAT candidates
- Seat allotment is executed via JoSAA based purely on the candidate's JEE Advanced CRL / Category Rank
- Candidates must include B.Arch choices in their JoSAA preference order prior to the choice locking deadline
Mandatory JoSAA Document Verification Checklist
All candidates allotted an IIT seat in JoSAA must upload scanned originals of mandatory certificates for online document verification. Failure to submit compliant documents will lead to seat cancellation.
Class 10th Certificate / Birth Certificate
Serves as legal proof of candidate's name, parents' names, and exact date of birth matching JEE records.
Class 12th Statement of Marks
Proves candidate meets the minimum 75% aggregate requirement (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or Top 20 percentile in their respective board.
JoSAA Medical Fitness Certificate (Annexure 7)
Completed in the official JoSAA format and duly signed and stamped by a Registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS or higher).
OBC-NCL Certificate (Central Format)
Issued on or after April 1, 2027 by a competent revenue authority (Tehsildar/SDM) certifying Non-Creamy Layer status per Central List.
GEN-EWS Certificate (Central Format)
Valid Income and Asset Certificate for Financial Year 2026-27 issued on or after April 1, 2027 in the prescribed Central Government format.
Caste Certificate for SC / ST
Permanent Caste/Tribe certificate issued in the Central Government format by an authorized Sub-Divisional Magistrate or District Magistrate.
PwD Benchmark Disability Certificate & UDID Card
Certificate issued by an authorized Medical Board certifying at least 40% permanent physical impairment, alongside mandatory UDID number.
Crossed Cheque / Bank Passbook Copy
Candidate or parent account details for processing online fee verification and facilitating refunds in case of formal withdrawal.
Passport / Citizenship Certificate / OCI Card
Mandatory for foreign nationals, OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), and PIO cardholders appearing under international admission quotas.
Frequently Asked Questions — JEE Advanced 2027
Authoritative answers to the most common queries regarding JEE Advanced eligibility, attempt limits, paper patterns, JoSAA choices, and IIT admission rules.
A candidate can attempt JEE Advanced a maximum of two times in two consecutive years. For JEE Advanced 2027, candidates who appeared for their Class 12 board examination for the first time in either 2026 or 2027 are eligible. If you appeared for Class 12 in 2025 or earlier, you are ineligible to appear in JEE Advanced 2027, regardless of whether you attempted the exam in those years.
Yes, appearing in BOTH Paper 1 (morning shift 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM) and Paper 2 (afternoon shift 02:30 PM – 05:30 PM) is strictly compulsory. If a candidate appears in only one of the two papers, they will be marked ABSENT, their performance will not be evaluated, and they will not be awarded any rank in JEE Advanced 2027.
Yes! Students admitted to NITs, IIITs, or GFTIs are fully eligible to appear in JEE Advanced 2027 provided they satisfy the age limit, the 2 consecutive year attempt limit (Class 12 in 2026 or 2027), and qualify in the top 2,50,000 of JEE Main 2027. Only candidates who were previously admitted to an IIT are barred from appearing.
To be included in the JEE Advanced Common Rank List (CRL) or any Category Rank List, a candidate must score equal to or above the minimum qualifying percentage in EACH of the three individual subjects (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) AND meet the minimum aggregate qualifying percentage. If you fail to meet the individual cutoff in even one subject, you will NOT receive an All India Rank and will be disqualified from IIT admissions.
No. The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) do NOT participate in CSAB Special Rounds. Admissions to all 23 IITs conclude permanently with Round 6 of JoSAA. Any vacant seats remaining in IITs after JoSAA Round 6 are not offered in CSAB or any spot rounds; they simply lapse.
The mandatory Seat Acceptance Fee is ₹35,000 for General, OBC-NCL, and GEN-EWS candidates, and ₹17,500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. It must be paid online in the round where you receive your very first seat allotment. If you fail to pay the SAF within the round deadline, your allotted seat is cancelled, and you are ejected from the remaining JoSAA rounds.
Float: Accepts the allotted seat while keeping your candidacy active for
higher preferences in ANY participating institute (higher IIT branches or other
IITs).
Slide: Accepts the allotted seat while seeking an upgrade to a
higher-preference academic branch strictly within the SAME allotted institute (e.g.
upgrading from Mechanical to Electrical within IIT Bombay only).
For candidates holding a seat in an IIT, withdrawal and request for refund of the Seat Acceptance Fee (minus ₹7,000 administrative charges) is permitted strictly up to the penultimate round (Round 5). Once Round 6 commences, no withdrawal is permitted for IIT seats, and no refund will be issued.
If a candidate scores below 75% in their Class 12 board examination, they can still qualify for IIT admission if their aggregate marks place them within the official Top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their qualifying board for their passing year and category. Cutoff marks for the Top 20 percentile are declared by each board and published centrally by JoSAA.