JEE Main admit card 2026: NTA issues exam-day advisory (Session 2, April 2026)
NTA released the official advisory and instructions for JEE Main 2026 Session 2 scheduled in April 2026 . Download your JEE Main admit card 2026 from jeemain.nta.nic.in and print it on A4 paper before the exam day.
JEE Main admit card 2026: download, ID and self-declaration
You must carry the printed admit card and a valid original photo ID — Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID or School ID (with photo). Also bring one or two copies of the same ID you uploaded during registration.
NTA requires a signed self-declaration/undertaking downloaded from the official website. If this form is missing or unsigned, you may be denied entry.
| Important update | Details |
|---|---|
| Article updated | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Session month | April 2026 |
JEE Main admit card 2026 — What to carry and what not to carry
Only a few personal items are allowed inside the centre. Bring a transparent ballpoint pen (blue or black). Carry one extra passport-size photograph to paste on the attendance sheet; carrying two is recommended.
| Allowed items | Limits / notes |
|---|---|
| Water bottle | 500 ml , sealed & transparent |
| Hand sanitiser | Up to 50 ml |
| Diabetic eatables | Sugar tablets or fruits only (no packed foods) |
| Pen | Transparent ballpoint only |
Do NOT carry mobile phones, smartwatches, bags, calculators, electronic devices, or any paper material. Calculators are banned in any form for JEE Main 2026.
Key instructions and reporting time
Arrive at the exam centre at least one hour before the scheduled reporting time. Candidates wearing religious attire should report early for verification to avoid delay.
Frisking will be strict. The attendance process will capture your photo, signature and left-hand thumbprint on the sheet. Follow invigilator instructions carefully.
For B.Arch candidates
B.Arch aspirants may bring geometry sets and drawing supplies, including coloured pencils, erasers and crayons, as permitted by NTA.
Attendance, discrepancies and conduct
Check your admit card details—name, photo and exam city—immediately after download. For discrepancies contact NTA through the official channels given on the website. Any misconduct may lead to cancellation of candidature.
FAQs
Q: Where do I download the admit card? A: From jeemain.nta.nic.in and print it on A4 paper.
Q: How many passport photos to carry? A: Carry one to paste on the attendance sheet; two is recommended.
Q: Which ID proofs are acceptable? A: Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID or School ID with photo (original plus copies).
Q: Are calculators allowed? A: No. Calculators are prohibited in any form for JEE Main 2026.
Q: What pen should I carry? A: A transparent blue or black ballpoint pen only.
Q: What water and sanitiser limits apply? A: 500 ml sealed transparent water bottle and hand sanitiser up to 50 ml allowed.
Q: What if my admit card has an error? A: Report discrepancies to NTA immediately via the contact options on the official website.
Q: Are B.Arch drawing kits allowed? A: Yes; geometry sets and drawing supplies are permitted for B.Arch papers.