Can I change my exam city after the slip is released?

No, the exam city allotted by NTA is generally final and based on the preferences you selected during registration. NTA rarely entertains requests for a change of center at this stage.

Is the slip released for both Paper 1 and Paper 2?

Yes, NTA usually releases the city intimation for both B.Tech (Paper 1) and B.Arch/B.Planning (Paper 2) simultaneously or within a gap of a few hours.

Will the exam date mentioned on the slip change?

Usually, the date mentioned on the City Intimation Slip is final. However, in extreme exigencies, NTA reserves the right to reschedule.

I have lost my Application Number. How can I download the slip?

Go to the login page and click on "Forgot Application Number." You can retrieve it using your Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, and Date of Birth.

Is the City Intimation Slip enough for entry into the exam hall?

No. You must download the Admit Card separately when it is released. The City Slip is only for travel planning.

JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Released: Download Session 1 Exam City Slip @ jeemain.nta.nic.in

The wait is finally over for lakhs of engineering aspirants across the country. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially activated the link for the JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip for the January Session (Session 1).

With the exam dates fast approaching, this document acts as the first major update for candidates, allowing them to plan travel and logistics well in advance. Candidates who successfully registered for Session 1 can now check their allotted exam city by logging into the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1: Key Highlights

Event	Details
Exam Authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Name	JEE Main 2026 (Session 1)
City Intimation Slip Status	RELEASED
Release Date	January 2, 2026
Exam Dates (Session 1)	January 24 to February 1, 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release	Download Now
Credentials Required	Application Number + Date of Birth
Official Website	jeemain.nta.nic.in

What is the JEE Main City Intimation Slip?

Many students confuse the City Intimation Slip with the Admit Card. It is important to understand the difference clearly:

City Intimation Slip

Shows the Exam City and the Exam Date.
Does not include the exact centre address (venue name/location).
Helps outstation candidates plan travel and accommodation.

Admit Card

Final hall ticket with exact exam centre address.
Includes reporting time, shift timing, and instructions.
Mandatory for entry into the exam hall.

Important: You cannot enter the examination hall with only the City Intimation Slip. You must download the JEE Main Admit Card 2026 when it is released.

How to Download JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip?

The NTA website may experience heavy traffic after the release. If the portal is slow, wait a few minutes and try again. Follow these steps:

Visit the official portal: jeemain.nta.nic.in
On the homepage, go to the Candidate Activity section.
Click the link titled “JEE(Main) 2026 : Session 1 City Intimation”.
Login using:
- Application Number (from your confirmation page)
- Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
- Security Pin / Captcha
Click Submit to view the slip.
Download the PDF and take a printout for reference.

Details Mentioned on the City Slip

After downloading, verify these details carefully. In case of mismatch, contact NTA immediately:

Candidate’s Name
Father’s Name
Application Number
Date of Birth
Category & Gender
Date of Examination
City of Examination
State of Examination

Troubleshooting: Unable to Download the Slip?

Server overload: Try again after 15–20 minutes (late night/early morning is best).
Incorrect credentials: Re-check Application Number and DOB format carefully.
Browser issue: Clear cache or try Incognito/Private mode.
Image discrepancy: Check registered email/SMS for any photo/signature correction notice.

NTA Helpdesk:
Phone: 011-40759000
Email: [email protected]

JEE Main 2026 Admit Card: When Will It Be Released?

Now that the city slip is available, the next update is the Admit Card. Typically, NTA releases the admit card around 3 days before the scheduled exam date. For example, if your exam is on January 24, 2026, the admit card may be available around January 20–21, 2026 (indicative timeline).

Final Lap Strategy: Exam Prep + Logistics

1) Logistics Planning

If your allotted city is far, book tickets and accommodation early.
Try reaching the city at least a day before your exam to avoid delays.

2) Revision Strategy

Stop starting new topics—revise only what you’ve already covered.
Take at least one mock test daily in the exam time-slot to match your body clock.
Chemistry: NCERT focus. Physics: formula + error-prone concepts. Maths: high-frequency question types.

3) Keep These Documents Ready

Original Photo ID (Aadhaar, etc.)
Passport-size photograph (same as application)
PwD certificate / Scribe documents (if applicable)

About JEE Main 2026

JEE Main is conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode. It includes: Paper 1 for B.E./B.Tech admissions (also eligibility for JEE Advanced) and Paper 2 for B.Arch / B.Planning (with drawing-related components where applicable). For the latest notices and candidate activity links, always refer to jeemain.nta.nic.in.