Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre: Admit Card, ID, Self-Declaration, Photo and Centre Rules
NTA released JEE Main Session 2 admit card on 29 March 2026 . Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre must be in order before you reach the centre.
Arrive at the centre two hours before the reporting time printed on your admit card. Gates close 60 minutes before the exam start; no late entry after that.
Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre — Quick dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit card release | 29 March 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 2 exams | 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 April 2026 |
Documents Required for JEE Main 2026 Exam Centre — What to carry
- Printed A4-size admit card with the signed self-declaration attached. Admit card is mandatory for entry.
- Self-declaration form : filled, signed, paste one passport photo (3.5 x 4.5 cm), and place left-hand thumb impression as instructed.
- One extra passport-size photograph (same as uploaded) for the attendance sheet.
- Original, valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter ID, Ration Card, e-Aadhaar). The ID must match the admit card details.
- PwD certificate issued by the competent authority, if you need concessions or a scribe.
- Reserved-category certificate (original) if applicable.
Pens, bottles and other permitted items
- Only a transparent ballpoint pen (black or blue) is allowed for signing. No pencils or coloured pens.
- A transparent, label-free water bottle is permitted. Personal hand sanitiser is allowed (suggested max 50 ml ).
- Rough sheets will be provided at the centre; you must return them to the invigilator before leaving.
On-centre checks and restrictions
Identity will be verified using fingerprint and facial recognition . Your photo on the ID and admit card should match your appearance. School or college ID cards are not accepted . Mobile phones and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
If your biometric verification fails or your admit card photo differs significantly from your current appearance, contact NTA helpline at 011-40759000 or email jeemain@nta.ac.in for guidance.
Important rules to remember
- Keep multiple printed copies of the admit card; soft copies on phones are not accepted.
- Paste the passport photo on the self-declaration and attendance sheet as required.
- Follow invigilator instructions for return of rough sheets and biometric procedures.
FAQs
Q: What if I forget my admit card? A: Entry will be denied. Carry printed copies; NTA won’t issue duplicates at the centre.
Q: Can I show the admit card on my phone? A: No. Only a printed hard copy on A4-size paper is accepted.
Q: Is Aadhaar mandatory? A: No. Acceptable IDs include Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Driving Licence, and Ration Card.
Q: What if my admit card photo differs from current appearance? A: Contact NTA helpline 011-40759000 or jeemain@nta.ac.in for instructions.
Q: Are photocopies of ID accepted? A: No. Only original, valid, non-expired photo IDs are allowed.
Q: Do I need to fill the self-declaration form? A: Yes. Fill, sign, paste photo, and give left-hand thumb impression before the exam.
Q: Are rough sheets allowed? A: Rough sheets will be provided at the centre and must be returned to the invigilator.