The National Testing Agency (NTA) will soon release the City Intimation Slip for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. This slip will inform candidates about their exam date and the city where they will take the exam. The JEE Main Session 1 exams are scheduled to happen between January 21 and January 30, 2026 . Students can expect the City Intimation Slip to be available in the first week of January 2026 on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in . This important step helps students plan their travel to the exam city well in advance.
What is the JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
The City Intimation Slip is a document released by NTA before the actual admit card. Its main purpose is to let candidates know their exam date and the city allotted for their test. This is not the admit card and cannot be used to enter the exam hall. The full address of the exam centre and the specific exam shift will be mentioned on the admit card, which will be released later.
How to Download Your City Intimation Slip
Follow these simple steps to download your JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip:
- Go to the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in .
- Look for the link related to the 'City Intimation Slip' on the homepage.
- Click on the link. A login window will appear.
- Enter your JEE Main application number and your password .
- After logging in, you can view and download your City Intimation Slip. It is advised to take a printout.
Important Dates for JEE Main 2026
Here are the key dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 and Session 2:
| Event | Dates |
| JEE Main City Intimation Slip (Session 1) | First week of January 2026 |
| JEE Main Admit Card (Session 1) | Third week of January 2026 (3-4 days before exam) |
| JEE Main Session 1 Exam Dates | January 21 to 30, 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 2 Exam Dates | April 2 to 9, 2026 |
Details on Your City Intimation Slip
The City Intimation Slip will include the following information:
- Your application number
- Your name
- Father's name
- Mother's name
- Gender
- Date of birth
- Your category
- The paper you applied for (e.g., Paper 1, Paper 2)
- Medium of the exam paper
- The exam city allotted to you
- Your specific exam date
- Important notes from NTA
Exam Schedule and Important Rules
NTA will conduct the JEE Main 2026 exam in two shifts each day. The first shift will be from 9 am to 12 noon , and the second shift will be from 3 pm to 6 pm . Your specific shift will be mentioned on your admit card.
What to Carry to the Exam Hall
You must bring your JEE Main 2026 Admit Card and a valid government ID proof to the exam centre. Accepted ID proofs include a School Identity Card, PAN card, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhaar Card (with photograph), e-Aadhaar with photograph, or Class 12 Board Admit Card with photograph.
Photo Verification Update
NTA has extended the deadline to upload the photo verification certificate to January 15, 2026 . If your photo had a mismatch in the application form, you need to get a certificate attested. Now, besides your School/College Principal, you can also get this certificate attested by a Class-I Gazetted Officer like a Tehsildar, SDM, or DM. For NRI candidates, a Class-I Gazetted Officer of the Indian Embassy can also attest it. You must upload this certificate online and bring a printed copy for physical check on exam day.
Other Key Points
- About 14.5 lakh candidates have registered for JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
- NTA will not allow virtual or physical calculators in the exam hall.
- NTA will not change exam dates even if they clash with other exams.
- The exact exam dates within January 21-30 are still to be announced by NTA. The exam will not be held every day during this period (e.g., no exam on January 26, Republic Day).
Need Help?
If you have any questions or face problems, you can contact the NTA helpline at 011-40759000 (between 10 am to 5 pm) or send an email to jeemain@nta.ac.in . Candidates should regularly check the official websites, jeemain.nta.nic.in and nta.nic.in , for the latest updates.
