JEE Main 2026 Syllabus, Latest Updates, City Intimation Slip and Admit Card Release Date
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is progressing with the JEE Main 2026 cycle, with the photo verification submission deadline officially extended to mid-January to address Aadhaar and photograph mismatches and provide attestation options for candidates with discrepancies. The exam city intimation slips for Session 1 are expected to be released imminently on jeemain.nta.nic.in, enabling candidates to confirm their allocated test centres ahead of the examination. NTA has scheduled Session 1 of JEE Main 2026 from 21 – 30 January 2026, with admit cards to be issued shortly before the exam.
JEE Main Exam 2026 Overview
JEE Main 2026 is scheduled to be conducted in two sessions to provide candidates with flexibility and the opportunity to improve their scores. The exam is based on the NCERT Class 11 and 12 syllabus, with no major syllabus overhaul announced for the current cycle.
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Courses Offered | B.E. / B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Planning |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Sessions | Two Sessions (January & April 2026) |
| Session 1 Dates | 21 January to 30 January 2026 |
| Session 2 Dates | 1 April to 10 April 2026 (tentative) |
| Papers | Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech), Paper 2A (B.Arch), Paper 2B (B.Planning) |
| Subjects (Paper 1) | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Total Questions (Paper 1) | 75 Questions (25 per subject) |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, −1 for incorrect |
| Maximum Marks | 300 |
| Syllabus Basis | NCERT Class 11 & 12 |
| Best Score Considered | Best of Session 1 & Session 2 |
| Official Website | jeemain.nta.nic.in |
JEE Main 2026 Latest Updates
Exam Schedule & Key Dates
- JEE Main 2026 Session-1 is scheduled to be held from 21 to 30 January 2026.
- Session-2 will take place from 2 to 9 April 2026 (tentative, as per official exam calendar updates).
- City Intimation Slip (exam city allotment) is expected to be released soon in January 2026, likely in the first week of January.
- After the city slips, admit cards will be released ahead of the January exam dates.
Application & Registration Updates
- Registration for Session-1 was open from October 31 to 27 November 2025, on jeemain.nta.nic.in.
- The application correction window was active from 1–2 December 2025, allowing c,andidates to edit specific fields such as academic details, exam city choices, and certain identity details.
Exam Pattern & Format
- JEE Main 2026 will continue to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode for both sessions.
- No major change in syllabus or pattern has been officially announced for 2026; candidates can follow the existing structure from previous years.
JEE Main Syllabus 2026
Here are the latest verified updates on the JEE Main 2026 syllabus and related structural details as released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for aspiring engineering candidates:
Official Syllabus Status for JEE Main 2026
1. Syllabus Remains Unchanged Compared to 2025
- The JEE Main 2026 syllabus for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics remains the same as the previous year. There have been no new additions or removals of major topics for the 2026 examination cycle.
- Aspirants should prepare based on the established NCERT Class 11 and Class 12 aligned syllabus covering all core concepts in PCM.
2. Foundation Based on NCERT
- Questions in JEE Main 2026 will be drawn from topics that align closely with NCERT textbooks for Classes XI and XII.
3. Deletions from Previous Years
- Some topics were removed in earlier revisions (primarily 2024), such as:
- Solid state and some surface chemistry in Chemistry
- Mathematical Induction and selected 3D geometry topics in Mathematics
- Certain intermediate Physics sections previously reduced
- These deletions have continued into 2026 and are reflected in the current syllabus structure.
Official JEE Main 2026 Syllabus (PDF) – Available on the NTA website:
https://jeemain.nta.nic.in/document/syllabus-2026/
JEE Main City Intimation Slip
The JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2026 is an important document released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) before the admit card. It informs candidates about the exam city allotted to them so that they can plan their travel and stay in advance.
JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip: Latest Release Status
- The JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip for Session 1 (January exam) has been released online by NTA.
- Candidates can download the city slip from the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in using their application number and login details.
- For Session 2 (April 2026), the city intimation slip is expected to be released in late March 2026.
How to Download JEE Main City Intimation Slip 2026
Candidates can download the city intimation slip by following these steps:
- Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link labelled “JEE Main 2026 City Intimation Slip”
- Log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth / Password
- View the city intimation slip on the screen
- Download and save a copy for reference
JEE Main Admit Card 2026
The JEE Main 2026 Session 1 admit card will be released 3–4 days before the candidate’s scheduled exam date. For exams starting from 21 January 2026, admit cards are expected to be available in the third week of January 2026. The admit card will be released online only on the official website – jeemain.nta.nic.in.Before the admit card, NTA issues the city intimation slip, which only informs the exam city and shift.
How to Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026
Candidates can download their admit card by following the steps below:
- Visit the official website jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click on the link “Download JEE Main Admit Card 2026”
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth / Password
- Submit the details to view the admit card
- Download and print at least two clear copies
JEE Main Result 2026
The JEE Main Result 2026 will be announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA) after the completion of each exam session. The result determines eligibility for admission to NITs, IIITs, GFTIs and also serves as the qualifying criterion for JEE Advanced 2026.
How to Check JEE Main Result 2026
Candidates can check their results by following these steps:
- Visit jeemain.nta.nic.in
- Click onthe “ JEE Main 2026 Result” link
- Enter Application Number and Date of Birth / Password
- Submit to view the result
- Download and save the scorecard PDF
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the date of JEE Mains 2026?
Ans: The JEE Main 2026 examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is scheduled in two sessions. Session 1 will take place from 21 January to 30 January 2026, and Session 2 is planned for 2 April to 9 April 2026. These dates are part of the official exam calendar released by NTA and cover multiple shifts across those periods. Candidates can appear in either or both sessions, with the best score considered for ranking and JEE Advanced eligibility.
Q2: Is City Intimation released for JEE 2026?
Ans: No — the JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip has not yet been released by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It is widely reported that the slip, which informs candidates of their exam city and tentative exam date, is expected to be published in the first week of January 2026 on the official JEE Main website (jeemain.nta.nic.in). Aspirants should monitor the site regularly, as the admit card will follow a few days before the January 21 exam start date.
Q3: Who will set the JEE Mains 2026 paper?
Ans: The National Testing Agency (NTA) will set the JEE Main 2026 question papers. NTA, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, has been responsible for organising the JEE Main exam, preparing the question papers, conducting the tests, evaluating responses, and declaring results since taking over from CBSE. A panel of subject experts — including professors from reputed institutes such as IITs, NITs and IIITs — contribute to framing the papers under NTA’s supervision.
Q4: Is 2026 JEE Mains tough?
Ans: The difficulty level of JEE Main 2026 is expected to be moderate to challenging, consistent with trends seen in recent years. While the syllabus remains aligned with NCERT Class 11 and 12 concepts, the exam increasingly tests conceptual clarity, problem-solving speed, and application-based understanding. Subject-wise difficulty may vary across sessions, with Mathematics often perceived as tougher. Overall, students with strong fundamentals, regular practice, and effective time management should find JEE Main 2026 manageable rather than excessively tough.
