JEE Mains 2026 Hall Ticket (OUT): Session 2 Admit Card, Link & Instructions
Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) Main 2026 ( JEE Main )
Exam On - 2 Apr '26 - 8 Apr '26
JEE Main Admit Card 2026: The National Testing Agency has released JEE Mains 2026 admit card session 2 for the April 2 and 4 exam at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The admit card for April 5 to 8 will be released later. Candidates can download the admit card using their application number and password using the direct link provided on this page. The hall ticket provides complete details about the exam centre address and shift timings of JEE Mains.
JEE Mains city intimation slip for all exam dates with details of the exam city has been released. Candidates whose exam is scheduled on April 5, 6, 7 and 8 can download their city slip and check their allotted exam date and city until their admit card is released. Check all details related to the JEE Mains hall ticket 2026 for the session 2 exam on this page.
- How to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Session 2
- NTA JEE Mains 2026 Dates and Schedule
- Details on JEE Main 2026 April Hall Ticket
- Documents to carry with JEE Mains 2026 Admit Card
- JEE Main 2026 Exam Day Instructions & Dress Code
- JEE Main Admit Card 2026 FAQs
How to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Session 2
Candidates can download their JEE Main admit card 2026 using the steps below
- Open the JEE Main 2026 official website.
- On the home page, click on the JEE Main admit card download link.
- Log in using the application number and password.
- After logging in, the admit card PDF will appear on the screen
- Download and take its printout.
The JEE Mains admit card will be available for download until the respective exam dates of the candidates.
JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Download Link - Session 2
Candidates can check the link below to download the hall ticket:
Direct Link: JEE Main 2026 session 2 admit card download link
Also Read: How to Check JEE Main Exam Centre 2026: Online Steps and Guide
Commonly asked questions
The link to download the JEE Main admit card can be checked at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Candidates can download the JEE Main admit card until the day of the exam. After the exam day, no admit card would be available on the NTA JEE Main website.
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 05:00 P.M.
- Reporting discrepancies in JEE Main admit card to the NTA helpline is necessary. Candidates with incorrect data on their admit cards will not be allowed to appear in the exam in case they have not reported the issue to NTA.
- The candidate should appear in the JEE Main exam with the already downloaded admit card, and NTA will take necessary action to make corrections in the record later.
NTA JEE Mains 2026 Dates and Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JEE Main 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 02 Apr ' 26 - 08 Apr ' 26 | JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 2 |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 29 Mar ' 26 | JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Session 2 (For April 2 and 4) |
| 12 Mar ' 26 - 13 Mar ' 26 | JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2 Reopens |
| 27 Feb ' 26 - 28 Feb ' 26 | JEE Main 2026 session 2 form correction window |
Details on JEE Main 2026 April Hall Ticket
The admit card of NTA JEE Mains has four pages. These pages have details of the NTA JEE schedule 2026, exam date and time, reporting time, address of the exam centre, photo and signature of the candidate, paper for which they are appearing, and instructions to be followed by candidates at the exam centre.
Page 1: The first page of the admit card is the most important one. It includes the following details:
| Roll number |
Name of the Paper applied for (BE/BTech, BArch, BPlan)
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| Application number | Shift of the exam |
| Candidate's name | Reporting time |
| Father's name | Gate closing time |
| Gender |
State and city of the test centre
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| Date of birth |
Test centre name and address
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| State of eligibility | Self declaration |
| JEE Mains 2026 exam date | PwD status |
| Scribe requirement |
Candidate photo and sign
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Note: Request for a change in JEE Main 2026 exam centres will not be entertained
Check below the JEE Main admit card for reference:
JEE Main 2026 admit card out
Page 2: Page 2 of the admit card contains important instructions for the students like:
- JEE Mains 2026 exam centre instructions
- Reporting related instructions
- Dress code
- List of prohibited items
- List of allowed items, etc.
Page 3: The JEE Mains admit card page 3 will have important advisory information:
- Instructions related to unfair means
- Types of malpractices and their consequences
Page 4: The last page of the session 2 hall ticket is a non-Aadhaar declaration.
For candidates who registered for JEE Main 2026 without using an Aadhaar card (e.g., using PAN, Passport, or Voter ID), additional verification steps are mandatory. Such candidates have to fill in the "Declaration for Non-Aadhaar Candidates", which is available on the last page (page 4) of the admit card.
Steps for Candidates After Downloading JEE Main Admit Card 2026
Filling Self Declaration Form on JEE Main Admit Card
Candidates have to paste their recent photo and put left hand thumb impression on the printed JEE Main hall ticket in the self declaration section. Check details below:
- Paste photo - After candidates have downloaded the admit card and taken its print, they can see a space for pasting the photo. Before reaching the JEE Main exam centre, candidates have to paste their photo in the space. The photo should be the same as the one uploaded in the online JEE Main 2026 application form.
- Left hand thumb impression -Â Candidates have to put their left-hand thumb impression on the space provided in the admit card before they reach the exam hall.
- Signature - The signature is to be done in the space provided on the admit card. However, this is to be done on the exam day in the presence of the invigilator. Therefore, keep this space blank.
Commonly asked questions
Yes. Candidates should not wear flashy clothes but wear very simple clothing to the JEE Main exam. Make sure your clothes do not have any metallic objects and do not carry or wear any jewellery. Basically, try to avoid anything that can prolong the frisking process.
Yes, you can wear a hijab in the JEE Mains exam as it is considered a religious item. However, you will likely undergo enhanced security checks at the exam centre.
You should arrive early to complete this frisking process. Make sure to keep your face visible for identification.
If your photo is not clear on the JEE Mains 2026 admit card, then contact the NTA helpline as soon as possible. For the latest NTA helpline number of JEE Main, visit the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Documents to carry with JEE Mains 2026 Admit Card
On the day of the exam, candidates must not carry any banned items. Additionally, candidates are required to bring certain important documents to enter the exam hall. Check below:
Items ALLOWED at JEE Mains Exam Centre
Candidates need to carry the following items to the exam centre.
- Admit card along with filled in Self Declaration
- One passport-size photo
- Any one photo ID proof among â valid School Identity Card/ PAN card / Voter ID/ Passport/ Aadhaar Card (with photograph)/ e-Aadhaar with photograph/ Class 12 Board Admit Card with photograph/ Bank Passbook with Photograph.
- Medical certificate (for PwD/PwBD candidates to avail scribe service)
- A simple transparent Ball Point Pen
Note: For BArch paper, candidates must bring their own geometry set, colour pencils, erasers and pencils. No watercolours are required
| Locker facility at JEE Main centres: Any item other than those listed above will not be allowed inside the exam centre. Some exam centres have a luggage room facility where candidates can place their belongings, such as bags, books, or any eatables. However, it is advised that candidates must not carry anything other than the allowed items |
Also check: Do's and Don'ts for JEE Main 2026 Exam Day
Items NOT ALLOWED at JEE Main Exam Centre
Candidates must not carry any prohibited items inside the exam centre. If any candidate is found hiding a prohibited item inside the exam hall, strict action will be taken against the candidate. Items that are not allowed inside the exam centre are
- Pencil/Geometry Box or any other stationery (Except for BArch candidates)
- Handbag
- Purse
- Any kind of paper or printed material
- Eatables and Water (loose or packed)
- Calculators are not allowed in JEE Main exam, be it physical or virtual.
- Electronic items and instruments such as a Mobile Phone, earphones, a Microphone, a Pager, a Calculator
- Instruments such as DocuPen, Slide Ruler, Log Tables, Camera, Tape Recorder
- Any type of watch, including electronic watches with a calculator, any metallic item or electronic gadgets/ devices in the examination hall/room
Also Read: Most Repeated Questions in JEE Main Math, Chemistry and Physics; PDF Download
JEE Main 2026 Exam Day Check List
| Special Provision for Diabetic Students NTA allows diabetic candidates to carry eatables or certain drinks, considering their health conditions. Diabetic students can carry the following things inside the examination hall
Note: Candidates will not be allowed to carry packaged foods such as chips/chocolate/sandwiches, etc. |
Commonly asked questions
Yes, you must carry your original PwD certificate (or UDID card) to the JEE Main exam centre to avail of relaxation or scribe services.
In JEE Mains, there is no minimum mark needed to qualify the exam. However, a minimum mark is needed for candidates to qualify for the JEE Advanced exam. This is called the JEE Main cutoff for JEE Advanced. this cutoff marks will be mentioned in the session 2 JEE Mains result.
No, candidates are not allowed to carry personal rough sheets into the exam hall. The rough sheets are provided at the JEE Mains exam centre to all candidates.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Day Instructions & Dress Code
NTA notifies exam day instructions to candidates through the JEE Mains 2026 hall ticket. Candidates should check all the JEE Mains exam day guidelines mentioned in their admit card and adhere to them. All exam day guidelines for candidates are listed below.
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Blank paper sheets for rough work will be provided in the examination room
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Candidates must write their name and roll number at the top of the sheet and return the sheets and admit card to the Invigilator, before leaving the examination hall
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Candidates will have to sit in the seat allocated to them
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Candidates will be allowed to appear at the allotted venue of the test only
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Wearing a watch inside the exam hall is not allowed
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Leaving the exam hall before closure/end of the exam is not permitted
JEE Main 2026 Reporting Time
The JEE Main 2026 exam date and reporting time are mentioned on the JEE Mains admit card. Candidates have to follow the exam day schedule strictly, as after the exam centre closes, candidates cannot enter the exam hall. Inside the exam hall the following activities will take place:
- The security guards will check every candidate thoroughly at the time of entry into the exam centre.
- Before entering the exam hall, the invigilator at the JEE Main Exam Centre will check and verify the candidate details mentioned in JEE Main admit card and validate it with the photo ID proof.
- After reaching the exam hall, candidates admit card will be checked again. The invigilator will ask the candidate to put their left thumb impression in the attendance sheet, and a photograph of the candidate will be submitted.
- Candidates will then be directed to their designated seat where they will appear for the exam.
Check the important time schedule for JEE Main 2026 to be followed on the exam day:
Session |
Morning Shift |
Afternoon Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Reporting time |
7:00 AM |
1:00 PM |
| Entry to the examination centre/ Hall/ Room Frisking Biometric registration Record of manual attendance by the Invigilator Document verification Cross-checking of admit card, signature and photo match |
7.00 AM to 8.30 AM | 1:00 PM to 2.30 PM |
| Entry gate closing time | 8:30 AM sharp | 2:30 PM sharp |
| Instructions by the invigilator(s) | 8.30 AM to 8.50 AM | 2.30 PM to 2.50 PM |
| Candidates log in to read instructions | 8.50 AM | 2.50 PM |
| Test commences | 9.00 AM | 3.00 PM |
| Test ends | 12 Noon | 6 PM |
Also Read: JEE Main 2026: List of NITs and Courses for Ranks below 5000
Dress Code for JEE Main 2026 Exam
Check below the detailed guidelines for JEE Mains dress code. Candidates appearing in the exam must follow all the JEE Mains 2026 dress code instructions. Candidates must adhere to the points below for the dress code of JEE Main 2026.
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Candidates must not wear any cloth having metallic items.
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Candidates are not allowed to wear a cap/ muffler or any cloth over their heads.
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Wearing any kind of jewellery or ornaments is strictly prohibited.
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Candidates must not wear goggles, rings, bracelets, or any of such items.
Special JEE Mains 2026 Dress Code Instructions for Candidates with Religious Attire
As per special instructions by National Testing Agency (NTA) for JEE Mains 2026, Sikh candidates are allowed to wear religious or customary attire such as Turbans, Kara or Kirpans, provided they follow specific guidelines, which are given below:
- Candidates wearing religious or customary dress must report to the JEE Main centre at least one hour before the regular reporting time.
- This early arrival is required to help with mandatory, thorough manual frisking and security verification without causing delays to the examination schedule.
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Commonly asked questions
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. Any kind of calculator - virtual or physical - is not allowed at the JEE Main exam centres.
Candidates can download the JEE Main city slip from the official JEE Mains 2026 website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
To download the city slip, candidates have to use their application number and password.
JEE Main Admit Card 2026 FAQs
Check Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to JEE Main Admit Card 2026.
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.
Check steps below to download the JEE Main admit card 2026:
- Visit the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- Look for the admit card download link and click on it.
- On the login page, enter the application number and password.
- Log in and check the admit card.
- Download the admit card and take multiple printouts.
JEE Main aspirants who are Diabetic are allowed to carry sugar tablets, fruits like bananas, oranges, or apples, and a transparent water bottle as per NTA. Diabetic students are advised to keep a check on their health before and in between the exams to avoid any health issues.
Candidates can look for their JEE Mains application number in their registered email ID and confirmation page.
Check below how to recover JEE Main 2026 Password
Visit website of JEE Main 2026
Click on âForgot Passwordâ link
Answer security question
A verification code will be sent to registered mobile number
A password reset link will be sent to registered email ID
Click on reset password link and create a new password
Remember new password
Login to the admit card link by using new password
Download JEE Main admit card
Yes, the JEE Main admit card is needed at the time of JoSAA counselling.
After you download 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)
Candidates can check the JEE Main exam centre on their respective admit cards. Before the admit card is released, the exam city is allotted to the candidates via the city intimation slip.
The NTA website may start showing an error due to traffic overload when the JEE Mains admit card is released. Retry at regular intervals, preferably in the early morning or late at night.
Try to switch browsers and devices.
Clear your browser's cache and cookies to remove loading issues.
If all of the above does not work, then please reach out to the NTA helpline as soon as possible.
If you are unable to download the JEE Main admit card, then you need to contact the NTA helpline at: +91-11-40759000.
The JEE Main 2026 session 2 admit card for April 2 and 4 has been released on March 29. For other days, it might be released on April 2.
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. NTA will not send the JEE Main admit card via email. Candidates have to download the admit card from the official website - jeemain.nta.nic.in.
Tattoos on the hand and face should not create any probelms at the JEE main centre as NTA has issued no official notice regarding this.
However, ensure that your appearance on the exam day is not drastically different from your live photo and official government ID card required for verification on the exam day.
No, the JEE Main city slip will not be accepted at the exam hall for entrey or verification in place of the JEE Mains admit card.
The details needed to doenload the JEE Mains admit card are:
- JEE Main application number
- Password.
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.
NTA has not issued any strict guidelines on what to wear and what to avoid. NTA has only stated that shoes with a thick sole and garments with large buttons are not allowed.
Also, Sikh candidates are allowed to carry religious or customary attire such as a Kara or Kirpan.
Candidates can check the allotted JEE Mains 2026 exam date on their JEE admit card and also on the city intimation slip.
If the details mentioned on the JEE Main admit card are incorrect, then candidates should immediately contact the NTA helpline to get it corrected at +91-11-40759000.
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Candidates are requested to keep the admit card
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Visit website of JEE Main 2026
Click on âForgot Passwordâ link
Answer security question
A verification code will be sent to registered mobile number
A password reset link will be sent to registered email ID
Click on reset password link and create a new pas
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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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