JEE Main 2026 Admit Card has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the Session 1 examination. Candidates scheduled to appear for the exams starting from January 21 can now download their hall tickets directly from the official portal. It is essential to print this document as it contains your exam center details, shift timings, and reporting instructions. Make sure to check all details carefully before heading to the examination center.
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
31 October 2025
Application Start Date
31 October 2025
Last Date to Apply
27 November 2025 (Up to 09:00 P.M.)
Exam City Announcement
By First week of January 2026 (Released 08 January 2026 )
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Release Date
17 January 2026 (For exams on 21-24 Jan)
Exam Date (Session 1)
21, 22, 23, 24, 28, and 29 January 2026
Result Declaration
By 12 February 2026 (Tentative)
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS
As per Information Bulletin
SC / ST / PH
As per Information Bulletin
Payment Mode
Credit Card, Debit Card, Net-Banking, UPI
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
No age limit specified in Public Notice (Refer to Bulletin)
Maximum Age
No age limit specified in Public Notice (Refer to Bulletin)
Age Relaxation
As per NTA rules
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Exam Details
Detail
Description
Exam Name
Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2026
Conducting Body
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Mode
Computer Based Test (CBT) (Drawing Test in Pen/Paper)
Exam Duration
3 Hours (09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon / 03:00 P.M. to 06:00 P.M.)
Exam Center
Various cities throughout India and 15 cities outside India
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Total Posts
N/A (Entrance Exam for Admissions)
Course Name
B.E / B.Tech, B. Arch, B. Planning
Purpose
Admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and State Institutions
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Eligibility Details
Criteria
Requirement
Educational Qualification
12th Passed/Appearing (Check Bulletin for specifics)
Admission For
Undergraduate Engineering, Architecture, and Planning Programs
Eligibility for JEE Advanced
JEE Main is an eligibility test for JEE (Advanced)
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Information
Feature
Details
When Admit Card Will Be Released
17 January 2026 (For exams on 21, 22, 23 & 24 Jan)
Status for Later Dates
Admit cards for 28 & 29 Jan will be released in due course
How to Download
Online mode only via official website
Details Mentioned
Center, Date, Shift, and Reporting Time
Verification
Ensure QR Code and Barcode are available on the card
Important Instructions for Candidates
Instruction
Details
Strict Application Rule
Only one application form is allowed per candidate
Disqualification Warning
Candidates with multiple applications will face strict action
Reporting Time
Adhere strictly to the timing mentioned in the Admit Card
Admit Card Validity
The City Intimation Slip is NOT the Admit Card; download the actual card
Identification
Bring the photo ID uploaded in the application form
Question Paper
Read subject-specific instructions in the Question Paper carefully
When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Admit Card be released?
The JEE Main 2026 Admit Card was released on January 17, 2026, for candidates appearing in the exams scheduled for January 21, 22, 23, and 24. Admit cards for the January 28 and 29 exam dates will be released subsequently.
How can I download my JEE Main 2026 Hall Ticket?
To download your admit card, visit the official NTA website at jeemain.nta.nic.in, click on the Session 1 Admit Card link, and log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth or Password.
What are the exam dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1?
The Session 1 examinations are scheduled to take place on January 21, 22, 23, 24, 28, and 29, 2026. The exam is conducted in two shifts: 09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon and 03:00 P.M. to 06:00 P.M.
What documents must I carry to the JEE Main exam center?
Candidates must carry a printed copy of the Admit Card (with QR/Barcode), the original photo ID uploaded during application, a passport-size photograph for the attendance sheet, and the signed undertaking downloaded with the admit card.
Is there an age limit to apply for JEE Main 2026?
According to the NTA public notice, there is no specific minimum or maximum age limit for appearing in the JEE Main 2026 examination, though candidates must meet the educational qualification of being 12th passed or appearing.
When will the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 results be declared?
The results for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination are tentatively expected to be declared by February 12, 2026, on the official NTA portal.
What should I do if there is an error on my JEE Main Admit Card?
If you encounter difficulties or notice discrepancies in your admit card, you should immediately contact the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or email [email protected] for rectification.
