For Karnataka students, exam-centre planning can become tricky when the preferred city is far from home or requires crossing multiple districts. A student travelling from coastal Karnataka towards Bengaluru, from northern districts towards Mysuru, or from smaller towns to a larger examination city may need to account for journey time, transport availability and the examination shift. Choosing a practical city can make the exam-day routine much easier to manage.
A practical exam-centre choice can help you reduce travel-related stress and avoid rushing on the day of the examination. Considering the distance and connectivity of the JEE Main 2027 exam centre in Karnataka can make exam-day travel easier to manage.
Karnataka has exam cities distributed across its northern, southern and coastal regions, giving candidates multiple locations to consider. The table below presents the JEE Main 2026 exam-centre information and city codes for Karnataka as a reference until NTA announces the 2027 list.
|
Code |
State / UT |
Exam City |
|
KK03 |
Karnataka |
Ballari |
|
KK02 |
Karnataka |
Belagavi (Belgaum) |
|
KK20 |
Karnataka |
Bengaluru |
|
KK06 |
Karnataka |
Davangere |
|
KK08 |
Karnataka |
Gulbarga/Kalaburgi |
|
KK09 |
Karnataka |
Hassan |
|
KK10 |
Karnataka |
Dharwad |
|
KK12 |
Karnataka |
Mangaluru (Mangalore) |
|
KK14 |
Karnataka |
Mysuru (Mysore) |
|
KK15 |
Karnataka |
Shivamoga (Shimoga) |
|
KK16 |
Karnataka |
Tumakuru |
|
KK23 |
Karnataka |
Chikmagalur |
|
KK27 |
Karnataka |
Hubli |
|
KK17 |
Karnataka |
Udupi/Manipal |
|
KK05 |
Karnataka |
Bidar |
|
KK22 |
Karnataka |
Chikaballapur |
Note: The table is based on the JEE Main 2026 exam-centre information. NTA may revise the cities or codes for JEE Main 2027. Check the official Information Bulletin for the final details before applying.
Your exam-city selection is made during the JEE Main application process. Follow the instructions provided by NTA and keep these steps in mind:
Register on the JEE Main portal: Create your candidate account with the required registration details.
Complete the application form: Enter your personal, academic and contact information carefully.
Provide your address details: Make sure your present and permanent address information is accurate.
Select your exam-city preferences: Choose from the Karnataka cities displayed in the application form and arrange your preferences as instructed by NTA.
Check practical accessibility: Consider whether the selected city has convenient transport from your location.
Review the complete form: Verify your personal details, city preferences, uploaded documents and other information.
Pay the examination fee: Complete the payment through the available options after checking the application carefully.
Save the confirmation page: Download your submitted application and keep the details accessible.
Check the City Intimation Slip: Use the slip to know the examination city allotted for your session.
Follow the admit card: Confirm the exact centre address, examination date, shift and reporting time before travelling.
Before heading to the examination venue, check the latest NTA instructions and prepare the required documents:
JEE Main Admit Card: Carry the printed admit card issued for your examination session.
Valid Photo ID: Bring an original identity document accepted by NTA.
Passport-size Photograph: Carry a recent photograph if required under the examination instructions.
PwD/PwBD Certificate: Keep the applicable certificate if you are claiming the relevant provisions.
Only permitted items: Check NTA's latest instructions to ensure you do not carry prohibited articles.
The final JEE Main 2027 Karnataka Exam Centres will be known after NTA releases the updated Information Bulletin. Once your city and centre are allotted, check the route and reporting requirements in advance, particularly if you are travelling from a different district.