No Aadhaar Card? NTA Allows NRI Candidates to Apply for JEE Main 2027 Using Indian Passport

JEE Main 2027 Session 1: NRI Candidates without Aadhaar Can Apply with Indian Passport, Know Application Process

New Delhi: Non-Resident Indian (NRI) students intending to appear for the JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination, are now exempt from submitting their Aadhaar Card, if they posses a valid Indian Passport. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is trying to address the issues faced by NRI students for Aadhaar-based registration. As per the recent change in process, students who want to apply without Aadhaar, can go to jeemain.nta.nic.in and select the option "Apply through NRI (Having No Aadhaar)".

Generally, students who are Indian nationals and stay outside India are in need of obtaining Undergraduate Engineering admission in India, and they are not able to apply for JEE Main examination due to the lack of Aadhaar Card. Keeping in view the above students, NTA has modified its process to provide an alternative of identity verification to those students. Students need to understand that this facility is only for NRIs who don't have Aadhaar Card and who have Indian Passport. This is not a relaxation for JEE Main exam for other applicants.

JEE Main 2027 NRI Application Update: Important Details

What is the New Aadhaar-Free Application Facility for NRI Candidates?

From this year, the option given to NRIs for applying to JEE Main examination if they don't have Aadhaar has been modified to include applicants who don't have Aadhaar but who have Indian Passport. While registering for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination, applicants who belong to this category can choose the option for NRI application and complete the application process as per the norms of JEE Main 2027 session 1.

NRI Candidates Without Aadhaar: How to Proceed with JEE Main 2027 Registration?

Eligible NRI candidates can complete their registration process for JEE Main 2027 session 1 on the official NTA website. The process includes selecting the appropriate registration category and providing the required information. Applicants must:

• Visit the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in
• Select the link for the JEE Main 2027 session 1 online application
• Select the registration category - Apply through the NRI (Having No Aadhaar)
• Fill in the required details using their Indian passport
• Enter their personal details, educational qualification and other contact details as required.
• Upload the supporting documents as required by the application
• Verify the details and submit the application
• Make the required payment for the examination
• Take a printout of the confirmation page for further reference

The applicants are advised to ensure that the details and particulars in their passport are the same as the details provided in the application.

Why Is This Important for Indian Students Living Abroad?

The process for NRI students to register for an examination conducted by an examination authority in India, from outside India, is a lengthy and document intensive process, due to the requirement for additional identification and verification documents.

Due to the predominant reference in the application process towards Aadhaar based identification, absence of Aadhaar may create challenges for an applicant. The dedicated NRI registration option facilitates identification of such applicants. Hence, eligible applicants holding an Indian passport should select this option.

JEE Main 2027 Session 1: Important Dates for Registration

NTA's registration schedule for JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is also applicable to NRI candidates interested in availing this facility.

The last date to apply without a late fee is 22nd November 2026 (11:50 pm). Candidates can avail the facility to apply with a late fee on 23rd and 26th November 2026.

Where to Apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?

NRI applicants, who fulfill the requirements, may utilize the facility through the NTA's official examination portal.

• Official Application Website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/

Candidates are required to carefully read the latest notifications, registration guidelines and information bulletin released by NTA before filling the online application form. They should comply with any additional or particular instructions displayed on the application website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can NRI candidates apply for JEE Main 2027 without an Aadhaar card?

Yes, NRI candidates who do not possess an Aadhaar card but hold a valid Indian passport can apply through the dedicated "Apply through the NRI (Having No Aadhaar)" option on the official JEE Main website.

Q2. Which identity document can NRI candidates use instead of Aadhaar for JEE Main 2027?

Eligible NRI candidates can use a valid Indian passport for this purpose.

Q3. What is the special registration option for NRI candidates without Aadhaar?

NTA has provided the "Apply through the NRI (Having No Aadhaar)" option for JEE Main 2027 Session 1.

Q4. Where can NRI candidates apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?

Candidates can find the application through the official website: https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/.

Q5. Is the Aadhaar-free application facility available to all JEE Main candidates?

No. The specially designated facility in this update is for NRI candidates who do not possess Aadhaar, but have a valid Indian passport.

Q6. What is the last date to apply for JEE Main 2027 Session 1?

The last date for submission of application, without any late fee, is 22nd November 2026, up to 11:50 PM.

Q7. Can NRI candidates apply for JEE Main 2027 after 22nd November 2026?

Yes. The window for application with a late fee is between 23rd to 26th November 2026.

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