NTA Clarifies Exam City Allocation for JEE Main, NEET, and CUET

NTA's Clarification on Exam City Allocation
The recent discussions surrounding the allocation of exam cities for the National Testing Agency (NTA)'s JEE Main, NEET, CUET, and other entrance examinations have gained significant attention. This follows the NTA's directive issued on September 29 regarding the updating of Aadhaar cards. In response, the NTA has provided a clarification on this issue.
According to the NTA Director, the allocation of exam cities will not utilize Aadhaar cards for the JEE Main, NEET, and CUET examinations.
Details of the September 29 Directive
The NTA has clarified that the public notice released on September 29, 2025, was intended to assist candidates in updating and verifying essential identification documents, including Aadhaar, UDID cards, and category certificates, prior to the commencement of the application process. Importantly, this notice does not pertain to the allocation of exam cities or centers.
In previous years, some candidates encountered issues while completing the online application due to inconsistencies between the information on their Aadhaar cards and other documents such as their Class 10 certificates.
NTA Advisory for Candidates
The NTA has issued an advisory aimed at candidates and their parents, emphasizing the importance of relying on verified information. They urge individuals to consult only the official NTA website for accurate details regarding NTA examinations.
Upcoming JEE Main 2026 Schedule
The NTA organizes the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main biannually for admissions to engineering colleges nationwide, serving as the preliminary examination for IIT admissions. The NTA has announced that JEE Main 2026 will take place in two sessions: the first in January 2026 and the second in April 2026.