JEE Main 2026 January 23 Exam Held, West Bengal Candidates Rescheduled
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• Updated on 23 Jan, 2026, 10:25 AM, by Amrita Das
NTA is conducting the JEE Main 2026 January 23 exam today in two shifts for BE and BTech candidates. The exam has been rescheduled for candidates in West Bengal due to Saraswati Puja celebrations.
JEE Main 2026 January 23 examination is being conducted today by the National Testing Agency as part of Session 1. The Paper 1 exam for BE and BTech aspirants is scheduled in two shifts across multiple centres. The morning shift is held from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, while the afternoon shift runs from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The examination is taking place in computer-based mode with standard security and verification procedures.
JEE Main 2026 Attendance and Previous Exam Days
The National Testing Agency successfully conducted the JEE Main 2026 examinations on 21 January 2026 and 22 January 2026. According to official data, the exam witnessed over 95 per cent attendance across centres on both days.
The smooth conduct and high turnout reflect strong candidate participation during the initial days of the Session 1 examination.
JEE Main 2026 Not Conducted in West Bengal on January 23
The JEE Main 2026 examination is not being conducted in West Bengal today. NTA has decided to reschedule the exam for candidates from the state who were originally allotted 23 January 2026 as their exam date.
The decision was taken after multiple representations were received from candidates requesting a change in the examination date due to the celebration of Saraswati Puja in the state.
New Exam Date for West Bengal Candidates
Considering the requests, NTA has decided to allot another examination date to the affected candidates.The rescheduled date will be selected from the already advertised dates of the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examination.
Candidates from West Bengal will receive updated information regarding their revised exam date through official communication and their candidate login portals.
Official Statement by NTA on Exam Rescheduling
The National Testing Agency confirmed the decision through an official announcement on social media. NTA stated that candidates scheduled to appear for JEE Main in West Bengal on 23 January 2026 will be assigned an alternate examination date within the Session 1 schedule.
Candidates are advised to regularly check official notifications and ensure they download the updated admit card once the revised exam date is allotted.
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