JEE Main 2026 Exam City Slips and Admit Card Release Dates Announced

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the exam city slips for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be available for download in early January. The examination is set to take place from January 21 to 30, 2026. Students can access their city slips online by entering their login details on the official website. Additionally, admit cards are expected to be released around January 17 or 18, 2026. It is crucial for candidates to carry their admit cards and valid ID to the exam center. Stay tuned for more updates!

By Ambika Singh Jan 1, 2026, 14:23 IST

Availability of Exam City Slips

Students who have registered for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 Session 1 can expect the exam city slips to be available for download shortly. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has indicated that these slips will be released in the first week of January 2026. The city slip will provide essential details regarding the examination location and can be accessed online at the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in by entering the required login credentials.

Exam Schedule

Exam Dates:

The JEE Main Session 1 is scheduled to take place from January 21 to January 30, 2026, at various designated centers nationwide.

Steps to Download the City Slip

How to Access Your City Slip:

To download the JEE Main exam city slip, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website at jeemain.nta.nic.in.

2. Navigate to the LATEST NEWS section on the homepage and click on the exam city slip link.

3. Enter your application number, password, and the verification code, then submit.

4. The city intimation slip will appear on your screen, which you can then download and print.

Admit Card Release Information

Admit Card Availability:

The NTA has announced that the JEE Main admit cards will be issued approximately 3 to 4 days prior to the exam date. Therefore, students can expect the admit cards to be available around January 17 or 18, 2026. It is important to note that the exam city slip serves only as a notification of the examination location. Students must bring their admit card along with a valid ID to the exam center.

Exam Shift Details

Exam Shifts:

Following the established pattern, the NTA will conduct the exam in two shifts: the first from 9 AM to 12 PM and the second from 3 PM to 6 PM. Students are encouraged to check the official website frequently for the latest updates regarding the examination.