The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially activated the link for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 1 city intimation slips. Following a revised schedule announcement, the NTA portal is now facilitating the download of these slips for over ten lakh registered engineering aspirants. This advance information is designed to assist students in coordinating their travel and logistics well ahead of the first session, which is scheduled to commence on January 21. Unlike the formal admit card, the city slip is a preliminary document that provides the specific examination date and the city where the candidate's test center will be located.

Regional Allotment and Revised Schedule

With the release of the city slips, the NTA has confirmed a slightly shortened window for the Session 1 examination. The tests will now conclude on January 29, 2026, rather than the previously tentatively scheduled January 30. This adjustment ensures that the massive administrative undertaking of the Joint Entrance Examination remains streamlined across hundreds of cities in India and 15 international locations.

• Paper 1 Schedule: B.E./B.Tech exams will be held on January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28 in two daily shifts.
• Paper 2 Schedule: B.Arch and B.Planning candidates are scheduled for a single shift on January 29.
• Geographical Distribution: Slips have been issued for all candidates who successfully completed their registration by the November deadline.
• International Centers: Candidates appearing from foreign cities have also been allotted their respective examination venues through this online portal.

Transition from City Intimation to Admit Cards

While the city intimation slip is a crucial first step, it is important to note that this document is not the final permit for entry into the Joint Entrance Examination hall. The formal admit cards, which contain the exact name and address of the test center, are expected to be released by the NTA approximately three to four days before the first day of testing.

• Security Measures: The examination city is shared early to minimize last-minute travel anxiety, while specific center details are withheld until closer to the date for security reasons.
• Candidate Verification: The portal currently allows students to flag any discrepancies in their basic details before the final admit cards are generated.
• Technical Support: A dedicated helpdesk remains active for students facing difficulties in accessing their NTA profiles during this high-traffic period.

Conclusion

As the January 13 deadline for early logistics passes, the focus of the Joint Entrance Examination cycle shifts entirely toward the final week of revision. The release of the city intimation slips by the NTA provides the necessary clarity for candidates to finalize their itineraries. Following the conclusion of this examination on January 29, the results are tentatively expected to be announced by mid-February, paving the way for the second session registration in April.

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