How to Check JEE Main Exam Date 2027: Session 1 City Slip & Admit Card Guide
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2027 ( JEE Main )
JEE Main 2027 Exam Date Session 1
22 Jan '27 - 24 Jan '27
It is natural for JEE Main aspirants to wonder, "How to check JEE Mains date?" As soon as the JEE Main exam date and the city intimation slip is out, students must understand how to check their exam dates. Read further to know how to check your exam date correctly and what to do next.
How to Check JEE Mains Date? Schedule, City Slip, Admit Card
How to Check JEE Mains Date? The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Mains 2027 session 1 dates at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam will be held on January 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 and 30. Candidates are allotted their respective exam dates via the city slip and the admit card. NTA will release JEE Mains city intimation slip online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip can be downloaded from the website using the application number and password. It provides details on the allotted exam date and city, not the allotted shift or centre address.
Knowing the allotted JEE Main exam date will help students plan their travel and prepare a last-minute revision strategy. In this article, we cover where and how to check your JEE Main exam date and which document shows what.
- Where is the JEE Main Exam Date Mentioned?
- How to Check JEE Mains Date 2027?
- How Many Days Before the Exam Is the Date Released?
- What to Do After Checking Your JEE Main 2027 Exam Date
- JEE Main Shift Timings
Where is the JEE Main Exam Date Mentioned?
Candidates can check the JEE Mains exam date 2027 at three different places. However, each of these is available in phases depending on the stage of the exam. These are-
- NTA Exam Schedule Notice
- City Intimation Slip
- JEE Main Admit Card
How to Check JEE Mains Date 2027?
Candidates appearing in the upcoming JEE Mains exam can find the JEE Mains 2027 exam date through the steps given below. Each step/stage will reveal unique information. Which is why it is important for candidates to refer to all three sources.
Check the Official JEE Main Exam Schedule
NTA first announces tentative exam dates through the JEE Main notification or information bulletin. Here, students do not find the paper-wise dates or the allotted exam date. The purpose of this information is to provide a tentative exam timeline for candidates to plan their preparation. It only gives a general idea.
What this schedule tells you:
- Month and date range of the exam
- Session details (Session 1 & Session 2 timelines)
Check Exam Date via JEE Main 2027 City Intimation Slip
The city intimation slip is the first personalised document released by NTA. It shows the allotted exam date and exam city. The JEE Main city intimation slip is released 10-12 days before the exam to provide students enough time to plan their travel for the smooth conduct of the exam. As of now, NTA has released the JEE Main 2027 city intimation slip for session 1. Check how to access the city slip below.
How to Check JEE Exam Date in City Slip?
- Visit the JEE Main website and click on the direct link to download.
- Log in using:
- Application Number
- Password
- Download the city intimation slip and check the allotted exam date.
Check Final Exam Date on JEE Main Admit Card
Just 3-4 days before the exam, the authority will publish the JEE Mains 2027 admit card. The admit card is a mandatory document required to be carried to the exam hall while appearing for the test. This is the document which mentions the complete JEE Main exam centre address, exam date and the shift timings. Students will also be able to check their reporting time at the centre on the admit card itself.
How to check:
- Go to the JEE Main website and click on the direct link for JEE Main 2027 admit card download
- Enter the application number and password
- Download your JEE Main admit card PDF
Must read: How to Check JEE Main Exam Centre 2027?
How Many Days Before the Exam Is the Date Released?
- City Intimation Slip: Usually 10-12 days before the exam
- Admit Card: Usually 3-4 days before the exam
What to Do After Checking Your JEE Main 2027 Exam Date
Once your exam date is confirmed:
- Book travel tickets immediately
- Plan stay if the exam city is different
- Carefully check the reporting time and guidelines
- Download and print documents
- Take a visit to the allotted exam centre to be aware of the travel time for the exam day.
JEE Main Shift Timings
NTA will conduct the JEE Main exam in two shifts per day. Candidates can check the reporting time and the shift timings for both shifts below.
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Morning shift (Shift 1) | 7:30 AM | 9 AM to 12 PM |
| Afternoon shift (Shift 2) | 1 PM | 3 PM to 6 PM |
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Commonly asked questions
The JEE Main 2027 session 2 admit card will be available3 to 4 days before the respective exam date of the students.
No. It is not mandatory to carry a colour printout of the JEE Main admit card. Candidates can carry a black and white printout; just make sure that all details are clear. Check the clarity of the photo, QR code, Bar Code and other details after the printout and ensure that everything is readable.
No. Only the JEE Main admit card can be used for entry at the JEE Mains centre. The city slip cannot be used for entry.
No. The JEE Mains admit card and city slip are very different documents.
The city slip is released earlier to inform you of the test city/date for travel planning, whereas the admit card (hall ticket) is released 3 to 4 days before the exam, containing the specific centre address, roll number, and guidelines required for entry.
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| Amity University, Noida | INR 11.4 lakh |
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