The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the admit cards for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exams around January 17 or 18, 2026 . Students who registered for the exam can download their hall tickets from the official website. The JEE Main Session 1 exams will be held on January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, and 29, 2026 . Paper 1 exams are scheduled for January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, while Paper 2 will take place on January 29, 2026.
The admit card is a very important document. Students must carry a printed copy to the exam centre. Without the admit card, no student will be allowed to enter the examination hall.
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
Once the admit card is released, registered students can download it online. Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official JEE Main website: jeemain.nic.in
- Look for the link that says "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Admit Card" and click on it.
- Enter your application number and password or date of birth to log in.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Check all the details carefully.
- Download and print a clear copy of the admit card.
Important Things to Carry to the Exam Centre
On the day of the exam, students must bring the following items:
- A printed copy of the JEE Main 2026 admit card .
- A valid government-issued photo ID proof (like Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License, or Voter ID).
Make sure you have these documents ready before leaving for the exam centre to avoid any problems.
What to Do If There Are Errors on Your Admit Card
After downloading your admit card, check all the information mentioned on it. If you find any mistakes in your photo, name, date of birth, or exam centre details, you must contact the exam officials right away.
- For any errors, immediately call the NTA helpdesk . They are available from 10 AM to 5 PM .
- If you received an email from NTA about a photo verification certificate, you must get it signed by your School/College Principal or Headmaster by January 15, 2026 . This certificate also needs to be uploaded and carried in print to the exam centre for verification. You can download it by logging in at jeemain.nta.nic.in using your application number and password.
- For mistakes in your name, date of birth, or centre details, contact the NTA helpdesk or use the official support contact details given on the JEE Main website. Reporting errors early helps in getting them fixed before the exam.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates and Shifts
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exams are spread across several days. Knowing the dates and general shift timings will help you plan better.
| Event | Dates |
| JEE Main City Intimation Slip Release | January 8, 2026 (Already Out) |
| JEE Main Admit Card Release (Expected) | January 17 or 18, 2026 |
| JEE Main Exam Dates (Paper 1) | January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, 2026 |
| JEE Main Exam Date (Paper 2) | January 29, 2026 |
The exam will be held in two shifts:
- Shift 1: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Noon)
- Shift 2: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Your exact shift timing and exam centre address will be clearly written on your admit card.
About the JEE Main City Intimation Slip
The NTA already released the JEE Main City Intimation Slip on January 8, 2026 . This slip tells you which city and on what date your exam will take place. This helps students make travel plans in advance. However, the City Intimation Slip does not contain your exact exam centre address or shift timings. These details will only be available on your official JEE Main 2026 admit card .
