The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the city intimation slip for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026. This exam is a key national test for students wanting to join engineering colleges in India. Around 14.5 lakh students who applied for JEE Main 2026 are waiting for this slip.
Students can check their assigned exam city and date on the official NTA website: jeemain.nta.nic.in . This early information helps students plan their travel and stay well before their exam day. It allows them to manage logistics without last-minute rush.
The city intimation slip is a preliminary document. It tells students the city where their JEE Main 2026 exam will be held. It also gives the exact date of their exam. However, it does not provide the full address of the exam center. It also does not show the specific time slot or shift (morning or evening) for the exam. This slip is always released before the official JEE Main admit card, also called the hall ticket.
City Intimation Slip vs. Admit Card: Key Differences
It is important to understand that the city intimation slip and the admit card are different documents. Both are issued by NTA on the official website, but they have separate uses. The city intimation slip comes out first, and the admit card follows later.
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card (Hall Ticket) |
| Information | Only exam city and exam date . | Exact exam center address , precise exam date , specific exam shift , roll number , and photograph . |
| Purpose | To inform candidates about their exam city and date for early travel planning. | To verify identity and allow entry into the exam hall. |
| Release Time | Released before the admit card. | Released about 3 to 4 days before the exam date. |
| For Exam Entry | Not needed to enter the exam hall. | Mandatory to carry for exam hall entry. |
How to Download Your JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip
Once released, candidates can easily download their city intimation slip from the official JEE Main website. Follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Step 2: Find and click on the link for "JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip".
- Step 3: Enter your unique application number and your password . You can also use your application number and date of birth to log in.
- Step 4: Your JEE Main city intimation slip will show on your screen.
- Step 5: Check all details carefully. Download and save it as a PDF. Take a printout for your records, though it is not needed for exam entry.
Students should check the official NTA JEE Main website regularly for updates. Once you have your city intimation slip, you can finalize your travel plans. Remember, your exact exam center and exam shift will only be on your official JEE Main 2026 admit card , released closer to the exam dates.
