The JEE Main 2026 admit card has been officially released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for candidates appearing in the initial exam dates of January 21, 22, 23 and 24, 2026. The hall ticket is a mandatory document for entry into the JEE Main examination centres.
How to Download the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card?
Candidates registered for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 need to visit the official portal jeemain.nta.nic.in to access their admit card. The process involves:
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in official website.
- Click on the admit card download link under Candidate Activity.
- Log in using the application number and password.
- Verify all details displayed.
- Download and print the admit card for exam day.
The admit card includes the candidate’s name, roll number, exam centre address, exam date, shift timing, and reporting time. It also contains important instructions and a self-declaration page that must be filled and carried to the test centre.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination is scheduled across multiple dates in January:
- Paper 1 (BTech): January 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2026
- Paper 2 (BArch/BPlan): January 29, 2026
Each exam day typically features two shifts — 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for Paper 1 exams, while Paper 2 is usually conducted in a single morning shift.
Status of Admit Cards for Remaining Dates
While the admit card for January 21–24 exams is now available, hall tickets for the January 28 and 29 examination dates are yet to be released. NTA customarily issues admit cards two to three days before each exam date, indicating that candidates for the later sessions should expect their hall tickets soon. Candidates are advised to download the admit card as early as possible and verify that all personal details and exam particulars are correct. Any discrepancies should be reported to the NTA helpline or through official support channels immediately to avoid issues on exam day.
Exam Day Instructions
Applicants must carry the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID proof, such as an Aadhaar card, passport, PAN card, or a voter ID, to the examination centre. Entry will not be permitted without these documents. Examinees should also follow all NTA-specified guidelines and report to the centre well before the reporting time indicated on the hall ticket.