The candidates who are not able to download the JEE Mains 2026 session 1 admit card can check out this article to understand what the issue might be and how to resolve it. There can be various reasons that may lead to candidates not being able to view the admit card. We have discussed all such issues with solutions here.
Unable to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026: NTA has released the JEE Mains admit card 2026. All candidates can now download the JEE Main hall ticket 2026 from the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in. To download the admit card, candidates have to use their application number and date of birth on JEE Main 2026 login window for admit card.
However, since the admit card is one of the most important documents, which is needed on the exam day, and also during JoSAA counselling, all candidates rush in to doenload it. This causes traffic congestion on the NTA website and can lead to site crashing, slow loading and other issues.
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Many students face issues like the website not opening, login errors, CAPTCHA problems, or the admit card not showing even after a successful login. If you are also unable to download your JEE Main admit card, do not panic. This is a common issue and usually gets resolved. This article explains why this problem happens and what you should do step by step.
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- Why Are You Unable to Download the JEE Main Admit Card?
- What Should You Do If You Cannot Download the JEE Mains Admit Card 2026?
- When to Contact NTA for JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Related Issues?
Why Are You Unable to Download the JEE Main Admit Card?
Even though the process of JEE Main admit card download is simple, candidates might face various kinds of issues before and during downloading the admit card. Let’s talk about some of the problems students may face when downloading the JEE Main 2026 admit card.
Slow internet can lead to JEE Main admit card download problem. Aspirants might face a tough time downloading JEE Main admit card 2026 if the internet connection is slow. You should check your internet connection and try again.
Server issues arised when large number of candidates tends to download the admit card at same time. Once released, all the candidates who have registered for the exam would try to download the JEE Main 2026 admit card. This might lead to high traffic on the download server. If the login page is not opening or taking a long time, wait for some time and try again.
Incorrect credentials might also lead to issues in download the admit card. Candidates who forget their login credentials will not be able to download JEE Main Admit Card 2026. Candidates can retrieve their passwords by clicking the ‘Forgot Password' tab on the official website. Aspirants will receive a link on their registered email ID to reset the password. Create a new password and download JEE Main admit card 2026.
Candidates who did incomplete registrations are not issued hall tickets. This is one of the most common JEE Main admit card download problems. Only those aspirants who have successfully paid the application fee and registered for JEE Main will only be able to download JEE Mains 2026 admit card. Candidates whose JEE Main application form has been rejected due to incomplete details will not be able to download the admit card.
What Should You Do If You Cannot Download the JEE Mains Admit Card 2026?
If you are not able to doenload the JEE main admit card, here is what you can tey to do:
Check Official Updates
First, visit the official JEE Main website and check if NTA has officially announced the release of the admit card. If no notice is available, it means the admit card may not have been uploaded yet.
Try After Some Time
If the website is slow or showing errors, wait for a few hours and try again. Early morning or late night hours usually have less traffic.
Do Not Refresh Repeatedly
Refreshing the page again and again can make the issue worse. It may even temporarily block your access. Be patient and try again after some time.
Use a Different Browser or Device
If the admit card is not downloading on your mobile phone, try using a laptop or desktop. Also, switch browsers like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Clear Browser Cache and Cookies
Old cache and cookies can cause loading issues. Clearing them may help the page load properly.
Check Your Login Details Carefully
Make sure you are entering the correct application number, password or date of birth. Avoid extra spaces and typing errors.
Also Read: JEE Main 2026 Password Reset & Recovery: What to Do If Forgot Login Password?
When to Contact NTA for JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Related Issues?
In the following cases, candidates should get in touch with NTA:
- The discrepancy in JEE Main admit card 2026: Aspirants who find discrepancies in the photograph/signature or any personal information mentioned in the JEE Main 2026 admit card should immediately get in touch with the NTA JEE Main Help Line. NTA will make the required changes in the record.
- Admit card not received: Please note that NTA will not send JEE Main admit cards by post to candidates. The exam admit card can be downloaded from the official website of the exam.
The JEE Main admit card is an extremely important document. Without this, candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam at any of the JEE Main test centres.
Candidates should contact NTA via:
To download the JEE Main admit card, candidates need their:
- JEE Main application number
- Date of birth/password.
No, candidates must carry their JEE Main admit card downloaded from the official website to appear in the exam. Candidates will not be allowed to appear in the exam if they do not have JEE Main 2026 admit card. JEE Main exam city intimation slip is not accepted for entry to the exam centre or appearing in the exam.
After you doenload the JEE Mains admit card, you have to:
- Paste a photo (same as the one uploaded in the online form before reaching the exam centre).
- Do signature (on the exam day, in presence of invigilator)
- Put left hand thumb impression (before reaching the exam centre)
The link for downloading JEE Mains Admit card 2026 will be available on jeemain.nta.nic.in. NTA will release the JEE Main 2026 admit card separately for both sessions. To download JEE Main hall ticket, login to the website using application number and password.
If your details in JEE Main Admit Card are incorrect, contact NTA through email/phone and inform them about this error. NTA will rectify these mistakes and a fresh admit card is issued. If you reach exam centre with incorrect details on the admit card and try to report this error there, you will not be allowed to appear in the exam.
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- Email NTA through the official helpdesk - 011-40759000 or e-mail at jeemain@nta.ac.in
- Send a message or DM on NTA’s official social media handles
- Call the helpline number during working hours
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The JEE Main Answer Key is an official document released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) that lists the correct answers for all questions asked on the exam day.
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The JEE Main 2026 session 1 final answer key will be available soon before or with the JEE Mains result 2026.
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The admission cutoff of JEE Main is the opening and closing ranks for each participating institute and is released by JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority).
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The JEE Main 2026 cutoff is primarily determined by the difficulty level of the exam, the total number of candidates appearing, and available seats in NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs.
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JEE Main cutoff is minimum percentile score required to qualify for JEE Advanced. Cutoff is important as candidates clearing the cutoff can appear for JEE Advanced for IIT admission.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will prepare and release the category JEE Main cutoff with the results of session 2.
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The JEE Main cutoff is the minimum percentile score required to qualify for the JEE Advanced exam. Its is released with the April session result.
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No. There is no qualifying percentile in JEE Main. However, the candidates who want to appear in JEE Advanced will have to get a minimum qualifying percentile in JEE Mains. This minimum qualifying percentile is announced with the JEE Main session 2 reult.
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After JEE Main result, candidates who want to improve their scores can appear for the second attempt. Rest candidates can start shortlisting colleges and prepare for the JoSAA counselling process.
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Candidates can choose a maximum of 4 exam cities in the JEE Main application form from the choices available based on their present address.
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No, JEE Main admit card and exam city slip are not same. Exam city intimation slip gives details about exam city and date of exam of candidates. It is released before the release of admit cards.
JEE Main admit card is the hall ticket, which allows entry to thee exam hall for appearing in the exam. Candidates are allowed to appear in the exam only with JEE Mains admit card and not exam city slip.