(New Delhi): The wait is almost over for nearly 12 lakh engineering aspirants. The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the Advance City Intimation Slip for the JEE Main 2026 (Session 1) as early as tomorrow, Monday, January 5.
With the Session 1 exams officially scheduled to begin on January 21, 2026, NTA typically releases the city slip 15-20 days in advance to help students plan their travel.
Key Dates Timeline
- Exam Dates: Jan 21 to Jan 31, 2026.
- City Slip Expected: Jan 5 or Jan 6 (First week of Jan).
- Admit Card Release: 3 days before your specific exam date (approx. Jan 18).
Crucial Update: “Photo Mismatch” Deadline Extended
Before you panic about the city slip, check your email. The NTA has issued an urgent notice regarding “Discrepancy in Photographs”.
- The Issue: Candidates whose uploaded photo does not match their Aadhaar/ID data have been flagged.
- The Fix: NTA has extended the deadline to upload a verified photo (attested by a Gazetted Officer or School Principal) until January 15, 2026.
- Action: Check your registered email immediately. If you received this notice, you must complete this step, or your Admit Card might be withheld.
How to Download City Slip (Once Released)
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “JEE(Main) 2026 : Session-1 City Intimation”.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Download the PDF.
- Note: This is NOT your Admit Card. It only tells you the City of the exam, not the specific center name.
FAQs
A: As of Sunday evening (Jan 4), the link is not active. It is highly likely to be activated on Monday (Jan 5) during working hours.
A: Go to the login page and click “Forgot Application Number.” You can retrieve it using your registered mobile number and email ID.
A: No. The dates (Jan 21-31) are final. Do not believe social media rumors about postponement.
Disclaimer: The expected release date mentioned is based on past NTA trends and media reports. Students are advised to regularly check the official website (jeemain.nta.nic.in) for real-time updates.
