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JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Update: The wait is over. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the Admit Cards for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) – 2026 Session 1.

In a public notice dated January 17, 2026, NTA confirmed that Hall Tickets are now available for candidates scheduled to appear on January 21, 22, 23, and 24, 2026.

Important Status:

• Exam Date Jan 21–24: Admit Card RELEASED.
• Exam Date Jan 28–29: Pending (To be released "in due course").

Candidates can now download their cards from the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in.

In a major development, NTA has also rescheduled the January 23 exam for candidates appearing in West Bengal due to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti.

JEE Main 2026 Admit Card: Highlights

Event	Details
Exam Name	JEE Main 2026 (Session 1)
Conducting Body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Dates	Jan 21 – Jan 30, 2026
Admit Card Status	RELEASED (Phase 1)
Official Website	jeemain.nta.ac.in
Login Credentials	Application Number + Password

Overview of JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule

Overview of JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule

NTA is releasing admit cards in phases to manage server load. Check your status below:

Exam Dates	Paper	Admit Card Status
Jan 21, 22, 23, 24	Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech)	Released (Jan 17)
Jan 28, 29	Paper 1, 2A & 2B	Pending ("In due course")

Note: Candidates appearing on Jan 28 & 29 are advised not to panic. Your admit card will be released 3-4 days before your exam date.

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Critical Instructions from NTA Notice (Jan 17)

The NTA has added specific conditions for the 2026 Admit Card. Ensure you follow these to avoid entry denial:

1. The "Photo ID" Rule

• What the Notice Says: "All candidates should bring the photo ID as uploaded in online application form."
• What it means: If you uploaded your Aadhaar Card during registration, you must carry the original Aadhaar card. Do not carry a PAN card or School ID if it wasn't the one you uploaded.

2. The "QR Code" Check

• Action: Ensure the QR Code and Barcode are clearly visible on your downloaded PDF.
• Why? If your printout has a cut/blurred QR code, the scanner at the center will fail, and you may be barred from entry. Print a high-quality copy.

Download the Official Notice here:

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How to Download the JEE Main Admit Card

Follow these steps strictly to access your hall ticket:

1. Visit: jeemain.nta.ac.in (Do not use old .nic.in links).
2. Click: The link "Download Admit Card / Hall Ticket 2026 (Session 1)".
3. Enter Credentials:
   • Application Number
   • Password
4. Security Pin: Enter the Captcha code shown.
5. Download: Save the PDF and take at least two color printouts.

Direct Download Link: Click Here

Details on the Admit Card

The JEE Main admit card contains the following key information:

• Candidate’s Name
• Roll Number & Registration Number
• Exam Date, Shift & Reporting Time
• Exam Centre Address
• Paper (BE/BTech, BArch, etc.)
• Photo & Signature of the Candidate
• Instructions for Exam Day

Candidates must verify all details and report discrepancies immediately to NTA authorities before the exam date for corrections. 

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Exam Day Guidelines

On the day of the JEE Main 2026 examination, candidates are required to strictly follow the instructions issued by the National Testing Agency to ensure a smooth and fair conduct of the exam: 

• Carry a printed copy of the JEE Main 2026 admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof such as Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or School ID.
  
• Ensure that both the admit card and photo ID are produced for verification at the entry gate and inside the examination hall.
  
• Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card to complete security checks and biometric verification smoothly.
  
• Entry to the examination centre is strictly time-bound, and candidates arriving late may not be allowed to appear for the exam.
  
• Follow all exam-day instructions and safety guidelines printed on the admit card and issued by examination authorities at the centre.
  
• Do not carry prohibited items such as mobile phones, electronic gadgets, calculators, study material, bags, or personal belongings.
  
• Keep the admit card safe and accessible throughout the examination, as it may be checked multiple times.
  
• No entry is permitted without a valid admit card, under any circumstances, as per NTA regulations.

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Conclusion

The JEE Main 2026 admit card is a crucial document required for appearing in both Session 1 and Session 2 examinations. Candidates must monitor the official portal (jeemain.nta.nic.in) closely for activation of the admit card download link, expected to be made available about 3–4 days before each session’s exam dates.

Planning ahead by keeping login credentials ready and checking details early can help avoid last-minute issues. Accurate and unique, this article consolidates all the latest verified updates regarding the release and download of the JEE Main 2026 admit card.