JEE Main Admit Card 2026: Download NTA Hall Ticket via Application Number, Password or Date of Birth
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2026 Admit Card (Hall Ticket). This essential guide provides candidates with the necessary steps and links to download their admit card using their application number and either their password or date of birth. It also covers important exam day instructions and the latest updates regarding the Joint Entrance Examination (Main).
Key Points
- NTA released JEE Main 2026 Admit Card for exams from January 21-29, 2026.
- Download requires Application Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Exam has morning (9 AM) & afternoon (3 PM) shifts; report early.
NTA has notified the release of the JEE Main Admit Card (Hall Tickets) for the JEE Main Exam of the year 2026. JEE Mains is an essential exam for students who seek entry into the topmost engineering and architecture colleges in the Indian sub-continent. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Mains is the entry point for obtaining admission in the NITs, IIITs, and other central and state government-funded technical institutes. It is imperative for each and every candidate to have the official JEE Main Admit Card (Hall Ticket) in order to gain entry into the exam center. Without the official JEE Main Admit Card (Hall Ticket), no candidate would be permitted to appear for the test in the exam hall even if they have other identification.
This article has been made to help every individual candidate download the Hall Ticket easily and quickly. We shall guide you through the easy and simple process of doing so with the help of the necessary login information, that is, either the password or date of birth, and the Application Number, and either your Password or Date of Birth. Moreover, we will also point out some important details that are typically printed on the admit card and important things that you need to do on the day of the exam.
Download: JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Official Notice
JEE Main 2026 Hall Ticket Link OUT
NTA has activated the link to download the JEE Mains admit card. Check the direct link below
JEE Main 2026 admit card download link:
Link 1 | Admit Card for JEE(Main)-2026 [Session-I] |
JEE Main 2026 Shift Timings & Reporting Schedule (Session 1)
Check JEE Main 2026 exam day schedule and timings:
| Event Activity | Shift 1 (Morning) | Shift 2 (Afternoon) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Timing | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Reporting Time at Centre | 7:20 AM onwards | 1:20 PM onwards |
| Gate Closing Time | 8:30 AM Sharp | 2:30 PM Sharp |
| Verification and Biometrics | 7:20 AM to 8:30 AM | 1:20 PM to 2:30 PM |
| Invigilator Instructions | 8:30 AM to 8:50 AM | 2:30 PM to 2:50 PM |
| Login to Read Instructions (Candidate Seat) | 8:50 AM | 2:50 PM |
| Test Commences | 9:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Test Concludes | 12:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
ЁЯУв JEE (Main) 2026 | Session 1 Admit Card Released
тАФ National Testing Agency (@NTA_Exams) January 17, 2026
Admit Cards for Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech) candidates appearing on 21, 22, 23 & 24 January 2026 have been released.
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Afternoon: 3:00 PM тАУ 6:00 PM
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JEE Main 2026 Exam: Session 1 Exam Schedule
The official schedule for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 is now available. The exams are scheduled to take place from January 21 to January 29, 2026. A comprehensive, subject-wise timetable is provided below.
Date of Exam | Paper | Shift |
| 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28 January 2026 | Paper 1 (B.E. / B.Tech) | First Shift (09:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon) Second Shift (03:00 P.M. to 06:00 P.M.) |
| 29 January 2026 | Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning) and Paper 2A & 2B (B.Arch & B.Planning both) | First Shift (09:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.) |
JEE Main admit card 2026: Details are Required to Download?
To download the JEE Main admit card, candidates need their:
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JEE Main application number
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Date of birth/password
How to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026
The process for downloading the JEE Main 2026 Hall Ticket is straightforward. Candidates must use their unique login credentials to access the official NTA portal.
Follow the steps below to download your admit card:
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Visit the Official NTA Website: Visit to the official website of JEE Main: jeemain.nta.nic.in
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Find the Download Link: On the homepage, look for the link titled "JEE Main 2026 Session [Session Number] Admit Card" or a similar notification link.
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Access the Login Portal: You will be redirected to the candidate login page.
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Enter Credentials: Make sure to fill the right credential, to get your Admit card
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Application Number: Enter the unique Application Number generated during your registration process.
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Password or Date of Birth: Choose your preferred login method: either enter the Password you set up or select Date of Birth from the dropdown menu and enter the details.
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Complete Security Check: Enter the security pin (Captcha Code) exactly as displayed on the screen.
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Submit and Download: Click on to the "Submit" or "Sign In" button. Your JEE Main 2026 Admit Card will be displayed on the screen.
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Print Copies: Download the PDF file and take multiple printouts of the admit card. Ensure all details, including the photograph and signature, are clearly visible on the printout.
Note: Always download the admit card from the official NTA website only. The printout must be clear and legible, as faded or smudged printouts may cause issues at the examination centre.
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Has Errors?
The NTA typically opens an application correction window for 2-3 days shortly after registrations close to help candidates prevent errors on their admit cards. However, if a candidate still finds any errors or discrepancies on the downloaded admit card, or if a correction request was submitted but not reflected, they must follow the steps provided by the NTA for rectification.
Check: JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Has Errors? Check Correction Process and Helpline to Fix it
JEE Main 2026 Exam Do's and DonтАЩts for Students
Based on the official JEE (Main) 2026 Information Bulletin (pages 29-30), here are the critical exam day instructions, prohibited items, and general rules for candidates:
Do's (Exam Day Instructions) | Don'ts (Prohibited Items) |
| Report at least 2 hours before the exam starts. | Geometry/Pencil boxes, slide rules, log tables, DocuPen, printed/written material. |
| Immediately take your allotted seat marked with your Roll Number. | Handbags or purses. |
| Present your Admit Card and authorized Photo IDs on demand for Identity Verification. | Mobile phones, earphones, microphones, pagers, calculators, cameras, tape recorders, or any other electronic gadgets. |
| Approach the Invigilator/Centre Superintendent for technical help, first aid, or emergency. | Electronic watches with calculator facilities. |
| Perform all calculations on the Rough Sheet. Write your Name and Application Number at the top and hand them back before leaving. | Any kind of eatables or water (loose or packed). |
| Ensure Aadhaar Card details (photograph, name, DOB, etc.) are up to date. | Any metallic items or other electronic devices. |
| Sikh candidates are permitted to wear a "KARA" and "KIRPAN". | тАФ |
JEE Main 2026 Help Desk Contact Details
Particulars | Official Contact Information |
| Helpline Numbers | 011-40759000 / 011-69227700 |
| Official Email | |
| Office Address | National Testing Agency, NSIC-MDBP Building, First Floor, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi - 110020 |
Source - NTA Contact Us Page
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Anisha Mishra is journalist with over 3 years of experience in covering the Indian education sector. She has worked extensively in the K12 domain, with focus on the state board as well as central board examinations, policy structure of seconday and higher secondary education as well as the entrance examinations like JEE, NEET, CLAT, etc. Her extensive experience in the domain has helped her provide students with concise accurate information in all aspectes of school life and education. Her key interest lies in decoding the changes in the curriculum, NEP implementation and changing education ecosystem in the country. Besides working, she enjoys traveling, exploring new places and cultures, and painting.
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