JEE Main 2026 Dress Code for Males and Females: Check NTA Session 2 Guidelines, What to Carry & More
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
Exam On - 2 Apr '26 - 8 Apr '26
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued the official dress code for the exam that all candidates have to follow on the exam day. Check complete details on what to wear and what to avoid ahead of the JEE Mains April attempt.
JEE Main 2026 Dress Code for Males and Females
JEE Main 2026 Dress code: To ensure a smooth experience at the exam centre, both male and female candidates must adhere to the JEE Mains dress code and the exam day instructions. NTA has laid out the JEE Main 2026 dress code and guidelines. Students can refer to the NTA dress code for the April session exam on this page.
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The dress code for JEE Main 2026 prohibits shoes with thick soles and clothing featuring large buttons. Additionally, Sikh candidates are permitted to wear traditional or religious items such as a Kara or Kirpan. JEE Main 2026 second session is scheduled for April 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Check below for the dress code of JEE Main April session exam.
- JEE Mains 2026 Dress Code
- JEE Main Dress Code 2026 for Girls
- JEE Main Dress Code 2026 for Boys
- JEE Main 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
- List of Items Allowed and Prohibited in JEE Mains 2026
JEE Mains 2026 Dress Code
Check below the JEE Mains dress code for both male and female candidates. Note that NTA does not mention any specific dress code for male and female students separately. However, based on the feedback of students at the exam centre, we have compiled here some common dress code-related guidelines that are ideal for the JEE Mains exam day. Students must follow the dress code to ensure that there are no issues during frisking and security checks.
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JEE Main Dress Code 2026 for Girls
The following table lays out the specific guidelines for JEE Main 2026 dress code for females. The female candidates have to look out for the following:
| What to Wear |
What to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Opt for simple tops with light-weight fabric. |
Try to avoid the following kinds of clothing at the JEE centres: |
| Plain jeans (without metallic studs or chains), simple trousers, or leggings/jeggings are allowed. |
Do not wear clothes with metallic zippers, large decorative buttons, or metal-threaded embroidery. |
| Choose garments made of lightweight fabrics |
Caps, hats, stoles, and scarves should be avoided inside the centre. Follow the instructions by the centre invigilators. |
| Wear simple slippers or open flat sandals. |
Strictly avoid all jewellery, including rings, bracelets, watches (digital or analogue) and neck chains |
| Avoid underwired bras, as they might cause problems during frisking |
JEE Main Dress Code 2026 for Boys
Commonly asked questions
Candidates can check the allotted JEE Mains 2026 exam date on their JEE admit card and also on the city intimation slip.
To participate in the JEE Main counselling, candidates will need to upload the following documents at the time of JoSAA registration. Class 10 mark sheet/certificate, Class 12 Certificate of category (if applicable), PwD Certificate (if applicable). After the seat allotment, while reporting to the institute, candidates will also need to submit documents like JoSAA seat allotment letter, JEE Main/Advanced admit card, Gap Certificate (if gap after class 12).
The JEE Main 2026 session 2 admit card for exams on April 2 and 4 is out. The admit card for rest of the exam days is expected soon.
Male aspirants who are appearing for the JEE Mains exam have to ensure the following dress code.
| What to Wear |
What to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Choose lightweight fabrics like cotton that are easy to frisk |
Do not wear any clothing with metallic zippers, large decorative buttons, badges, or metal-threaded embroidery |
| Plain jeans or simple trousers are allowed. Ensure they are basic and do not have excessive pockets, metallic studs, or heavy chains. |
All accessories like caps, scarves, stoles, and belts should be avoided |
| Wear simple slippers, floaters, or open-toe sandals with low soles. |
Strictly avoid all jewellery, including rings, bracelets, watches (digital or analogue) and neck chains |
JEE Main 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
Commonly asked questions
A good score in JEE Main 2026 will be the score that either qualifies you for JEE Advanced or for admission to NIT/IIIT/GFTI of your choice.
While NCERT books are good to begin the JEE Mains preparation, students should not study only NCERT. As JEE Mains exam is known to test candidates conceptual and analytical skills, and to have all the knowledge that would help in achieving a good score, candidates must also refer other study materials as recommended by teachers to prepae for the exam.
Yes, it is mandatory to carry a print copy of the JEE Mains admit card. Soft copy on the mobile phone is not valid for entry at exam.
JEE Main admit card mentions important exam day instructions and guidelines to be followed by candidates. We have mentioned the JEE Main 2026 exam day guidelines and instructions in the following space for the convenience of candidates.
- Ensure you reach the JEE Main test centre at least an hour before the reporting time mentioned in your JEE Main 2026 admit card. Candidates have to undergo various mandatory processes, thus reaching on time is important.
- Write your name and roll number at the top of the rough sheets and return them before leaving the exam hall.
- Enter your required details in the attendance sheet in legible handwriting, put your signature, Left Hand Thumb Impression and paste the Photograph at the appropriate place. The Left-Hand Thumb Impression is clear and not smudged.
- Do not carry any prohibited items such as notes, electronics, calculators and more.
List of Items Allowed and Prohibited in JEE Mains 2026
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Candidates can carry only a few items inside the exam hall. Check the list of items to carry and avoid while appearing at the exam centre.
| Items Allowed |
Items Banned |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Admit Card |
Electronic Devices |
| Valid Photo Identity Proof |
Study Material or Written Notes |
| Passport-size Photograph |
Accessories and Jewellery |
| Photo verification certificate |
Special Instructions for Diabetic Students
NTA allows diabetic students to carry certain medicines and edible items into the exam hall. These items include fruits like (bananas, apples, and oranges), sugar tablets, and a transparent water bottle. Though students have to inform the invigilators of the same before starting with the test.
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- Candidates cannot use the JEE Main city slip 2026 for entry at the exam centre. Only the admit card can be used to enter the centre and for verification.
The National Testing Agency, in no case, will issue duplicate JEE Main admit cards at test centres
Candidates are requested to keep the admit card
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Check below how to recover JEE Main 2026 Password
Visit website of JEE Main 2026
Click on “Forgot Password” link
Answer security question
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Candidates can look for their JEE Mains application number in their registered email ID and confirmation page.
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Follow the instructions below if you find any errors in your admit card of JEE Main 2026:
- In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or photograph and signature shown in the JEE Mains admit card 2026, the candidate has to immediately approach the NTA Help Line from 10:00 A.M. to 0
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