JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip to Be Released Soon for Session 1 Exams as the National Testing Agency prepares to announce test city and exam date details. The city intimation slip will help registered candidates know their allotted examination city in advance. This update is crucial for candidates appearing in the first session of JEE Main 2026. The slip will be made available online and will not serve as the admit card.
JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Release Status by NTA
The National Testing Agency has not released the JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip as of 03 January 2026. As per the current schedule, the slip is expected to be issued in the first week of January 2026. Only candidates who have successfully completed the registration process will be able to access the document. The city intimation slip will mention the allotted exam city and the tentative exam date. Exact shift timings will be communicated later through the JEE Main admit card.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates and Schedule
NTA has already announced the examination window for both sessions of JEE Main 2026. The Session 1 exam will be conducted in January, followed by Session 2 in April. The official JEE Main 2026 exam schedule is provided below.
The examination will be conducted in two shifts each day.
- First shift: 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
- Second shift: 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Steps to Download JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip
Candidates will be required to log in using their application credentials once the city slip link is activated. The detailed process to download the JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip is outlined below.
- Open the official JEE Main examination portal
- Click on the city intimation slip link
- Enter the application number and password
- View the city intimation slip on the screen
- Download and save the PDF for reference
Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the slip for travel planning.
Details Mentioned on JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip
The city intimation slip is issued to provide advance information about the examination location and date. It does not permit entry to the examination hall. The following details will be mentioned on the city intimation slip.
- Candidate’s name
- Application number
- Examination paper applied for
- Allotted exam city
- Tentative exam date
The exact exam centre address and shift timing will be released later through the admit card.
Difference Between JEE Main City Intimation Slip and Admit Card
NTA releases the city intimation slip prior to the admit card to allow candidates sufficient time for travel arrangements. The admit card, which will be released closer to the exam date, will carry final details such as exam centre address, reporting time, and exam-day instructions. Candidates are advised to regularly check official announcements to avoid missing any updates related to JEE Main 2026.

