The National Testing Agency (NTA) has not yet released the admit card for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 Session 1 as of January 16, 2026. However, various media agencies report the hall ticket is expected to be issued very soon on the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 examinations for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Papers 2A/2B (B.Arch/B.Planning) are scheduled to commence on January 21, 2026, across multiple shifts in computer-based test mode, following the release of advance city intimation slips on January 8, 2026.
According to the official schedule announced by NTA, the Session 1 examinations will be held on the following dates:
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2026, in two shifts – Shift 1 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and Shift 2 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Paper 2A (B.Arch) and Paper 2B (B.Planning): January 29, 2026, in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Paper 1 will be conducted entirely in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode, while Paper 2A includes Mathematics and Aptitude in CBT mode with Drawing Test in offline pen-and-paper mode on A4 sheet, and Paper 2B is fully in CBT mode. The authority has not announced further details yet regarding any last-minute changes or postponements for specific regions.
Admit Card Release Status and Expectations
The NTA has confirmed that the advance intimation for allotment of examination city is already live on the official portal, allowing candidates to check their allotted city in advance. The admit card, which will contain essential details such as candidate’s name, roll number, application number, photograph, signature, exam date, shift, reporting time, centre address, and guidelines, is anticipated shortly, typically a few days before the exam commencement. Multiple reliable sources indicate the link for downloading the hall ticket may become active in the coming days, with some expectations around mid-January for early exam dates.
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
Once released, candidates can follow these steps to access and download their admit card:
Visit the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in
Locate and click on the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card or Hall Ticket link for Session 1
Enter the required login credentials, including application number and date of birth or password
Submit the details to view the admit card on the screen
Download the PDF and take a clear printout for examination day
Candidates are strongly advised to verify all information on the admit card and report any discrepancies to NTA immediately. A printed copy of the admit card, along with a valid photo ID, is mandatory for entry into the examination centre.
Important Guidelines for Candidates
NTA emphasizes strict compliance with exam rules, including arrival at the centre well before the reporting time specified on the admit card. No electronic devices or unfair means will be permitted. Candidates should regularly monitor the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in for real-time updates on the admit card release and any notifications. The authority has not specified an exact date or time for the admit card issuance yet.
For assistance, candidates can refer to the helpdesk details provided on the NTA portal. The Session 2 of JEE Main 2026 is tentatively scheduled for April 2026, with separate registration and admit card processes.
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