The NTA will release the JEE Main city intimation slip in the first week of January, 2 weeks before the session 1 exam. The JEE Main Session 1 Exam will be held from January 21st to January 30th, 2026.
- According to the city intimation slip, your exam city will be confirmed, along with the date and shift, but not the exact address of the center.
- The Full Exam location will be released with the admit card 3-4 days before the exam.
- You can download the city intimation slip from the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in, using your application number and Date of Birth.
To avoid any last-minute issues, regularly check the official website, keep your login credentials ready, and confirm your travel arrangements as soon as possible.
You should continue reading this article below to know more about the JEE Main City Intimation Slip.
Check:
- What is the JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
- JEE Main City Intimation Slip Dates
- How to Download JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
- JEE Main City Intimation Slip Sample
- Difference Between JEE Main Admit Card & City Intimation Slip
- JEE Main Session 1 vs Session 2: How City Allotment Changes
- JEE Main Examination Centres List
What is the JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
The JEE Main City Intimation Slip is a pre-admit card document that is issued by NTA to confirm the city where the candidate will appear for the exam.
- The City Intimation slip is released for registered and confirmed candidates whose fees and forms have been fully accepted.
- The City Intimation slip will help you estimate your travel time, along with the weather conditions in the exam city and arrangements of local transport.
- The Final Exam City will be allotted based on the candidate’s preference, along with availability and logistics.
Check this video by @JEEUltimate2.0 to know about the JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip, download link, and exam schedule.
JEE Main City Intimation Slip Dates
The NTA releases the JEE Main City Intimation Slip a few weeks before the exam to confirm when you will write the exam and in which city, to make travel arrangements in advance.
For JEE Main Session 1, the slip will be released in the first week of January, and Session 2 will be around March.
| Event | Expected Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Release of City Intimation Slip: Session 1 | First week of January 2026 |
| Session 1 Exam Dates | January 21–30, 2026 |
| Release of Admit Card: Session 1 | Typically, 3–4 days before the exam begins |
| Release of City Intimation Slip: Session 2 | Expected around March 2026 (before April session) |
| Session 2 Exam Dates | April 2–9, 2026 |
Also, Check: JEE Main 2026 Important Dates
Ques. Will the Session 2 City Intimation Slip Release on a Separate Date?
Ans. The NTA releases the city intimation slip separately for each session, as both attempts have a different number of candidates and exam schedules.
So, Sessions 1 and 2 never have the same timeline; the release date of Session 2 will be different. It is expected in March 2026.
Ques. What Time Does NTA Usually Release the City Intimation Slip?
Ans. There is no exact time for the release of the city intimation slip, but previously, the city intimation slip was released in the evening.
- Most often released after 7 PM
- You should check the website multiple times on release day
Ques. What Are the JEE Main City Intimation Slip Release Dates for the Previous Years?
Ans. From the previous year's release dates of JEE Main City intimation, you can check the trends and get an expected analysis.
| Year | Session | Intimation Slip Release | Time Gap vs Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Session 1 | Jan 10, 2025 | 12 days before |
| 2025 | Session 2 | Mar 20, 2025 | 10 days before |
| 2024 | Session 1 | Jan 12, 2024 | 9 days before |
| 2024 | Session 2 | Mar 28, 2024 | 11 days before |
How to Download the JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
After NTA releases the JEE Main City Intimation Slip, you can log in to the official website to download it.
JEE Main City Intimation Slip Sample
From the sample of the JEE Main City Intimation Slip, you can have an idea of how the city intimation slip will look.
Details Mentioned on JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2026
The JEE Main City Intimation slip will include different candidate-based and exam-based details to help you plan smartly.
- Application Number: JEE Main Registration Number
- Candidate’s Name: Submitted during application
- Father’s Name: for identification matching.
- Gender & Date of Birth: Personal Details.
- Category/PwD Status: Reservation or Disability Status.
- Medium of Question Paper: Language you opted for (e.g., English or Hindi).
- Allotted Exam City: The City where your exam center will be located.
- Exam Date & Shift: Your Exam Date along with the morning or afternoon shift.
Ques. Are Personal Details Like Name and Application Number Shown on the Slip?
Ans. Yes, the intimation slip includes essential information, so you can verify the allotted exam details and correctly map them.
Details Included
- Candidate name, photograph, application number
- Exam city & date for the assigned session
- Paper details (BE/BTech or BArch/BPlanning)
Ques. What Should I Do If There Is an Error in the City Intimation Slip?
Ans. There are very rare chances for city-related errors, but if any information is incorrect, you should correct it immediately.
- Contact NTA Helpline through phone or email
- Keep screenshots/PDF of the wrong slip
- Re-check the Admit Card to confirm final corrections
- Do NOT wait until exam day—address it early!
Difference Between JEE Main Admit Card & City Intimation Slip
Both the City Intimation Slip and the Admit Card are for the same exam, but they have different purposes.
The Intimation slip will inform you about the exam center and city Intimation slip will inform you about the exact location, timing, and permissions to appear.
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Will inform about the allotted city and date | Is the official hall ticket for entry in the exam |
| weeks | 3-4 days before the exam | |
| What it shows | Candidate info, allotted city, exam date & shift | Candidate Info: center name, full address, roll number/seat number, and exam instructions. |
| What it does not show | Exact centre address, roll number, and entry permit | It is the official document needed for exam entry. |
| Usage | For planning logistics like travel, stay helps, especially for out-of-station candidates. | Mandatory for entering the exam hall—without it, you cannot sit for the exam. |
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Ques. Do I Need to Carry the City Intimation Slip on the Exam Day?
Ans. No, the city intimation slip will help you plan your travel before the exam, with no role in the verification in the exam hall.
The Documents required on the exam day are
- Admit Card (mandatory)
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving Licence/etc.)
- Self-declaration if applicable (as per NTA rules)
Ques. Will the Exam Date & Shift Remain the Same on Both Documents?
Ans. The City Intimation Slip will give a tentative schedule, whereas the admit card will confirm the final slot and reporting window.
| Detail | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Date | Final | Final |
| Shift (Timing) | Sometimes missing / tentative | Always final |
| Exam Centre Address | Not included | Complete address |
Ques. When Is the JEE Main Admit Card Released?
Ans. The JEE Main Admit Card is mainly uploaded 3-4 days before the session and includes exam venue, reporting time, instructions and guidelines.
- The JEE Main Admit card will have a different release date for each session.
- There is no physical copy; you can download it from the official Website.
JEE Main Session 1 vs Session 2: How City Allotment Changes
As the JEE Main Exam is held twice a year, the logic used by candidates to allot the exam cities and centers remains the same, but the outcome can be different as per the session the candidate is appearing for.
Session 1 vs Session 2 City Allotment
| Feature | JEE Main Session 1 | JEE Main Session 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Timeline | January 2026 | April 2026 |
| Priority of City Allotment | Based on initial city preferences during registration | Updated based on revised preferences (if allowed) and candidate performance-density in regions |
| Candidate Volume Variation | Higher due to the first attempt | Slightly lower, distribution more balanced |
| Travel Planning Benefit | Earlier notification helps fresh candidates plan | Many already know the nearest viable exam cities from Session 1 |
| Change in City Possibility | Limited once the slip is released | Higher chances of changes if centres are full in preferred cities |
| Allotment Strategy | Preference-driven | Demand-driven + centre availability optimisation |
JEE Main Examination Centres List
The NTA has released the proper list of exam centres across India and abroad, which gives candidates more options and a test location closer to their place.
| States | Number of Exam Centres |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands (UT) | 1 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 28 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 2 |
| Assam | 6 |
| Bihar | 10 |
| Chhattisgarh | 5 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli (UT) | 1 |
| Delhi | 1 |
| Goa | 1 |
| Gujarat | 10 |
| Haryana | 3 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 7 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 8 |
| Jharkhand | 5 |
| Karnataka | 19 |
| Kerala | 15 |
| Ladakh | 2 |
| Lakshadweep | 1 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 9 |
| Maharashtra | 29 |
| Manipur | 1 |
| Meghalaya | 2 |
| Mizoram | 1 |
| Nagaland | 2 |
| Odisha | 23 |
| Puducherry | 1 |
| Punjab | 9 |
| Rajasthan | 12 |
| Sikkim | 1 |
| Tamil Nadu | 28 |
| Telangana | 10 |
| Tripura | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 31 |
| Uttarakhand | 5 |
| West Bengal | 10 |
| International Exam Cities | 25 |
Check: JEE Main Exam Day Guidelines
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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