JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip Released: Everything You Need to Know About Paper 1 & Paper 2 Exam Dates
Big news for all JEE Main 2026 aspirants! The National Testing Agency has just released the city intimation slip today, January 8, 2026. If you’ve registered for JEE Main Session 1, this is your cue to check which city you’ll be appearing in for your exam.
Understanding the City Intimation Slip
Before you panic thinking this is your admit card—hold on. The city intimation slip and admit card are two different documents. Think of the city slip as a preview that tells you which city has been assigned for your examination. It’s basically NTA giving you a heads-up so you can start planning your logistics, especially if your exam city is far from home.
The actual admit card with complete details like your exact exam center address, reporting time, and shift will come later. So right now, you’re getting advance information to help you prepare for the travel arrangements if needed.
JEE Main 2026 Exam Schedule
Let’s talk about the dates you need to mark on your calendar. The exam schedule is packed into a tight window this month.
For Paper 1 candidates who are aiming for B.Tech programs, your exams are scheduled across five days—January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2026. That’s right, five different dates, and you’ll be assigned one specific slot based on your registration details.
If you’ve applied for Paper 2, which covers B.Arch and B.Planning courses, your exam date is January 29, 2026. Unlike Paper 1, this one happens on a single day, making it slightly easier to plan around.
How to Download Your City Intimation Slip
Getting your hands on this document is pretty straightforward. Head over to the official JEE Main website at jeemain.nta.nic.in. You’ll need two things to log in: your application number and the password you created during registration.
Once you’re logged in, look for the city intimation slip download link. The document will show you which paper you’ve applied for, the city where your exam center will be located, and your specific exam date from the schedule mentioned above.
Make sure you download it and take a printout. While it’s not mandatory to carry the city slip to the exam center, having it handy helps you stay organized and refer to the details quickly.
What Information Does the City Slip Contain?
The city intimation slip is focused but limited in scope. You’ll see your basic registration details, the paper type you’re appearing for—whether it’s Paper 1 for engineering or Paper 2 for architecture and planning—and most importantly, the city that’s been assigned to you.
However, don’t expect to find your exact exam center name or address on this slip. That information is reserved for the admit card. Similarly, you won’t see your exam shift timing or the reporting time yet. The city slip is purely about location at the city level, not the specific venue.
When Will the Admit Card Be Released?
Now that you have your city information, the next question is obviously about the admit card. According to the standard timeline followed by NTA, the official admit card for JEE Main 2026 Session 1 should be available three to four days before the exam begins.
This means you can expect the admit card release around January 17 or 18, 2026. That’s when you’ll get complete details including your exam center’s full address, your assigned shift, and the exact reporting time you need to follow.
Why This Early Announcement Matters
You might wonder why NTA releases the city information separately instead of waiting to give everything together in the admit card. There’s actually good reasoning behind this approach.
Many students appear for JEE Main from cities different from where their exam center is located. By releasing city details almost two weeks in advance, NTA gives students and their families enough time to arrange travel, book accommodation if necessary, and familiarize themselves with the city layout.
If you’re appearing in your home city, great—you’re already sorted. But if you’re traveling to another city, use this time wisely. Research the city, understand the general areas where exam centers are typically located, and plan your stay accordingly.
Next Steps for Candidates
Right now, your priority should be downloading and verifying your city intimation slip. Check that all details match your application. If you spot any discrepancy, contact NTA immediately through their helpline or email.
Keep your login credentials safe because you’ll need them again to download your admit card in about ten days. Meanwhile, continue your preparation without getting too distracted by logistical planning.
Stay updated by regularly checking the official JEE Main website for any announcements or updates. NTA sometimes releases important notifications about exam guidelines or changes, and you don’t want to miss those.
The countdown to JEE Main 2026 has officially begun. You’ve worked hard to reach this point, and now it’s time to bring it all together. Stay focused, stay calm, and remember that the city intimation slip release means you’re just steps away from finally taking the exam you’ve been preparing for.