Quill Zone: student admission questions

Most entrance exams have moved online now, but a few like BITSAT and some state exams still offer offline options. JEE Main and WBJEE are both computer-based. Check the official exam websites closer to your test date to confirm the format.

BITSAT 2027 registration opens in January and closes in April, with the exam happening in April and May.

UCEED 2027 registration opens in November and closes in March or April, with the exam happening in January. It's IIT Bombay's design entrance test if you're into product design, graphic design, or animation.

JEE Main is the big one, it runs twice a year, in January and April. Most other engineering entrance exams like WBJEE, OJEE, and KCET are single-attempt tests held once a year, so JEE Main gives you more chances to improve your score.

NATA 2027 registration opens March 11 and closes in June, with exams running from April through August. It's the entrance test for architecture programs across India.

CUET UG registration opens on January 3, 2027 and closes on February 26, 2027. The exam happens in May.

Yes, you can apply for NEET after a drop year just like with JEE Main. Many students take a year to prepare for medical entrance exams. As long as you meet the eligibility criteria when you apply, you're good to go.

NEET UG 2027 opens for applications on February 8, 2027. That's the main medical entrance exam in India. Make sure you're ready with your application documents.

BITSAT applications open in January and close in April, with the exam happening in April and May. It's a great option alongside JEE Main if you want more engineering colleges to choose from.

JEE Main 2027 is still open for applications until November 27, 2026. That's the main engineering entrance exam in India.

Yes, absolutely. You can take a drop year and apply for JEE Main whenever you're ready. Many students do this to prepare better. Just make sure you meet the eligibility requirements when you apply.

JEE Main 2027 registration is open until November 27, 2026. NEET UG 2027 will open for applications on February 8, 2027. Both are worth exploring depending on whether you're leaning medical or engineering.