JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Released for January Session Exams

Published: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 18:21 [IST]

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card for the January session (Session 1). Candidates who have successfully registered for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 can now download their hall ticket from the official website.

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JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Released for January Session

The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the examination and must be carried to the exam centre along with a valid photo identity proof.

As per the announced schedule, JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be conducted from January 21 to January 29, 2026, while Session 2 is scheduled to be held from April 2 to April 9, 2026. The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode across multiple centres in India and abroad.

JEE Main 2026 Admit Card: Important Dates

Events	Date
Admit Card Release (Session 1)	January 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Dates	January 21 to January 29, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates	April 2 to April 9, 2026
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Candidates appearing for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), and Paper 2B (B.Planning) should carefully verify their exam dates, shift timings, and paper details mentioned on the admit card.

How to Download JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Admit Card

Candidates can follow the steps given below to download their JEE Main 2026 Hall Ticket:

1. Visit the official JEE Main website

2. Click on the link "JEE Main 2026 Admit Card - Session 1"

3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth/Password

4. Submit the details

5. The admit card will appear on the screen

6. Download and take multiple printouts for future reference

It is advised to download the admit card well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Details Mentioned on JEE Main 2026 Admit Card

The JEE Main 2026 admit card contains crucial information related to the examination, including:

Candidate's Name
Roll Number and Application Number
Photograph and Signature
Exam Date and Shift Timing
Exam Centre Address
Paper Applied (Paper 1 / Paper 2A / Paper 2B)
Reporting Time and Exam Duration
Important Exam Day Instructions

Candidates must ensure that all details mentioned on the admit card are accurate. In case of any discrepancy, they should immediately contact NTA authorities.

Documents Required at JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre

On the day of the examination, candidates must carry:

Printed copy of JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
One passport-size photograph (same as uploaded in the application form)
Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence, or School ID)
Without these documents, entry into the examination hall may be denied.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Reach the exam centre at least one hour before the reporting time
Electronic gadgets, calculators, smart watches, and study material are strictly prohibited
Follow COVID or other safety guidelines, if applicable
Carefully read all instructions printed on the admit card

About JEE Main 2026

JEE Main is a national-level entrance examination conducted by NTA for admission to NITs, IIITs, CFTIs, and other participating institutions. It also serves as the eligibility test for JEE Advanced 2026, which is required for admission to IITs.