Students preparing for the Joint Entrance Examination Main 2026 are entering a crucial phase, as the first session is scheduled to begin on January 21, 2026. As the exam date approaches, attention has shifted to the release of the city intimation slip, an important document that tells candidates the city of their exam centre.
The exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency, which is expected to release the city information slip before January 15, 2026. Once released, candidates can download the document from the official website jeemain dot nta dot nic dot in using their application number and password.
The city intimation slip is an advance notice to candidates of their exam city. It is not the admit card. The actual admit card will be released separately and will include details such as the exact centre address, reporting time, exam instructions, and other guidelines for the examination day. The city slip helps students and parents plan travel and accommodation in advance.
JEE Main 2026 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test mode and will take place in two sessions. The first session will be in January, and the second in April. Candidates who qualify in the main examination will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced, scheduled for May seventeen. Registration for JEE Advanced will begin on April 23rd.
According to the official schedule, results for the January session of JEE Main will be declared by February 12th. The April session will run from April 1 to April 10, with results expected by April 20th.
The National Testing Agency has advised candidates to complete the identity verification process. Students were instructed to upload valid identity proof in PDF format on the official portal. This facility will remain available until January 15, 2026. Candidates who have not completed this step are encouraged to do so soon to avoid last-minute issues.
To download the city intimation slip, candidates should visit the official JEE Main website at jeemain.nta.nic.in, locate the city slip download option under the candidate activity section, log in with their credentials, and save the document for reference.
With lakhs of students appearing each year, JEE Main remains one of the most competitive entrance examinations in the country. As the exam date draws closer, candidates are advised to stay calm, focus on revision, and regularly check official updates from the National Testing Agency.
Timely access to information, such as the city slip, helps reduce uncertainty and allows students to focus on their preparation. As January 21st approaches, aspirants are encouraged to stay organised, informed, and confident as they take this important step toward their engineering careers.
