Expected Release Date
Based on NTA’s current release pattern, of issuing admit cards 3-4 days before the exam date, the admit card for January 28 and 29 is expected to be released soon. The admit cards for exams held on January 21-24 were released on January 17, 2026, so candidates can anticipate a similar timeline.
How to Download Your JEE Main 2026 Admit Card
Once released, candidates can download their hall ticket by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official JEE Main website. jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Look for the “Candidate Activity” section on the homepage
- Click on the “Admit Card for JEE (Main) 2026 Session-1” link
- Enter your Application Number and Password/Date of Birth
- Complete the security verification (captcha)
- Click “Submit” to view your admit card
- Download and take a printout of your admit card.
Exam Schedule Details
| Exam date | Paper | Course | Expected Admit Card Release |
| January 28, 2026 | Paper 1 | B.E. / B.Tech | Soon |
| January 29, 2026 | Paper 2 | B.Arch / B.Planning | Soon |
Important Documents to Carry
candidates must bring the following mandatory documents on the exam day.
- Printed copy of your JEE MAIN admit card (mandatory)
- Valid govt. photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1. Where I can download my JEE Main 2026 admit card?
The admit card will be available only on the official NTA JEE Main website. Candidates can download it using their application number and date of birth.
Q2. What details are required to download the admit card?
Candidates need their application number along with their date of birth or password to download the JEE Main 2026 admit card.
Q3. Is it mandatory to carry the admit card to the exam centre?
Yes, carrying a printed copy of the JEE Main 2026 admit card is mandatory.
