The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the exam city slip for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. Students can expect the slip in the first or second week of January 2026 . This slip tells you your exam city and date. It helps students plan their travel. You can download it from the official website,jeemain.nta.nic.in, once it is out.
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 exam will happen from January 21, 2026, to January 30, 2026 . It will be a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
What is the JEE Main City Slip?
The city intimation slip is a document released before your main admit card. It has important details to help you get ready for the exam. It tells you:
- The city where your exam centre will be
- The date of your examination
Knowing these details early helps students arrange for travel and stay in advance.
JEE Main 2026 City Slip Expected Dates
NTA usually releases the city slip about 10 to 12 days before the exams start. Based on this, here are the likely dates for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 City Slip:
| Particulars | Dates |
| JEE Main 2026 City Slip Release | Between January 7, 2026 , and January 13, 2026 |
Students should remember that these dates are based on how NTA has released slips in previous years. The official date will be announced by NTA soon.
How to Download Your City Intimation Slip
Once the city slip is released, you can download it by following these simple steps:
- Go to the official JEE Main website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Look for the link that says "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 City Intimation Slip" on the homepage.
- Click on this link.
- Enter your application number and date of birth.
- Your city intimation slip will show on the screen.
- Download and take a printout for your records.
Difference Between City Slip and Admit Card
It is important for all students to know that the city intimation slip and the admit card are two different documents. Both are needed, but they serve different purposes.
City Intimation Slip:
- Shows only your exam city and exam date .
- Does not have your exact exam centre address.
- Does not include your roll number, exam timing, or shift details.
Admit Card:
- This is the main entry ticket for the exam hall.
- Contains full details: your exact exam centre address , roll number , exam shift time .
- Has your photo, signature, and important instructions for exam day.
- You must carry your admit card to enter the exam hall.
The NTA will release the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card a few days after the city slip. Students must download both documents when they are available.
Stay Updated
Students who have registered for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 should regularly check the official NTA JEE Main website for the latest updates on the city slip and admit card release dates. Do not miss any important announcements.