The National Testing Agency (NTA) has confirmed the conduct of the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) 2026 Session 1 from January 21 to January 29, 2026. Admit cards for this session are currently available for download on the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in. Candidates who registered for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) and Paper 2 (B.Arch/B.Planning) can access their hall tickets using their application number and date of birth. The NTA announced the exam dates and released the advance city intimation slips earlier in January 2026, with the admit cards following as the examination approaches.
JEE Main 2026 Session 1: Exam Dates, Shifts, and Paper-wise Schedule
According to NTA updates, the January session (Session 1) of JEE Main 2026 will be held in computer-based test mode across multiple shifts in various cities in India and abroad. Key highlights include:
Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech): Scheduled on January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2026, in two shifts – First Shift (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and Second Shift (3:00 PM to 6:00 PM).
Paper 2A (B.Arch) and Paper 2B (B.Planning): Conducted on January 29, 2026, in the First Shift (9:00 AM to 12:30 PM), with options for combined papers where applicable.
This revised schedule shortens the window from the initially indicated January 21-30 period. The authority has not announced further details yet on any additional changes.
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Admit Card for Session 1?
Admit cards are released digitally only, with no physical copies sent by post. Candidates must carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre. To download the JEE Main 2026 admit card:
Locate and click on the link for “Download Admit Card for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 1”.
Enter your application number, date of birth, and security pin/captcha.
Submit the details to view the hall ticket on screen.
Verify all information, download the PDF, and take multiple printouts for safety.
The admit card contains essential details such as candidate’s name, roll number, photograph, signature, exam date, shift, reporting time, centre address, and important instructions. Candidates should check for discrepancies and contact the NTA helpdesk promptly if corrections are needed.
Important Instructions and Next Steps for JEE Main 2026 Aspirants
The JEE Main 2026 serves as the qualifying examination for admission to undergraduate engineering, architecture, and planning programmes in NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions, as well as eligibility for JEE Advanced. Session 1 covers the January window, with Session 2 tentatively planned for April 2026. The NTA emphasizes strict adherence to exam day protocols, including timely arrival and mandatory documents. Aspirants are advised to monitor the official portal regularly for any last-minute updates or notifications related to the examination.
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