Suviral Shukla | March 20, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST | 4 mins read
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2: NTA will conduct the college entrance test from April 2 to 9 in dual shifts. Updates on city slip, admit card, shift timings, other details.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 for admission to BTech, BArch and BPlanning courses from April 2 to April 9. The agency will release the city intimation slip shortly on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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The exam will be held in computer-based mode in two shifts each day. The morning session will run from 9 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon session will be conducted from 3 pm to 6 pm.
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 admit card download link will be activated three to four days before the scheduled examination date. Candidates will be able to access the JEE Mains admit card download link using their application ID and password or date of birth.
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The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 city intimation slip is expected to be released today March 20, based on media reports and past trends. Although the National Testing Agency (NTA) has not officially announced the exact timing, the slips are usually issued during the afternoon or evening hours.
JEE Mains 2026 session 2 city intimation slip is the not admit card, and it only contains information regarding the examination city.
The JEE Mains 2026 session 2 admit card, on the other hand, will have details regarding exam date, time, candidates’ name, date of birth, other personal details, centre address, including other information.
As per the previous year trends, the testing agency is expected to issue the JEE mains 2026 session 2 city slip tentatively by March 20.
The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 examination will be held from April 2 to April 9, 2026. NTA will conduct the test in computer-based mode, with two shifts scheduled each day.
Candidates will be able to download the JEE Mains 2026 city slip by following the steps given below.
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JEE Mains 2026 LIVE: NTA to issue city intimation slip soon at jeemain.nta.nic.in. Updates on admit card, exam dates, other details.
March 20, 2026 | 10:00 PM IST
The NTA has increased the JEE Main 2026 exam cities to 323. The complete list of examination cities can be found on the official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in.
March 20, 2026 | 09:05 PM IST
To check the JEE Mains 2026 exam city intimation slip, candidates need to log in using their application number along with their date of birth or password.
March 20, 2026 | 08:05 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2026 Session 2 from April 2 to April 9 in two shifts.
March 20, 2026 | 07:10 PM IST
The NTA JEE Mains 2026 session 2 examination will be administered for admission to BTech, BArch, and BPlanning courses.
March 20, 2026 | 06:15 PM IST
Candidates can expect the NTA JEE Mains 2026 session 2 city intimation slip to be published anytime soon at jeemain.nta.nic.in.
March 20, 2026 | 05:20 PM IST
The computer-based JEE Mains 2026 session 2 question paper will include questions based on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics subjects.
March 20, 2026 | 04:25 PM IST
The National Testing Agency (NTA) will administer the JEE Mains 2026 exams for session 2 in dual shifts. The morning shift will take place from 9 am to 12 noon, while the afternoon session will be conducted from 3 pm to 6 pm.
March 20, 2026 | 03:32 PM IST
The JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip will include key information related to the candidate and exam allotment. The details mentioned are as follows:
Application number
Candidate’s name
Father’s name
Gender
Date of birth
Category
PwD status (if applicable)
Medium of the question paper
Exam date
Allotted exam city
March 20, 2026 | 02:49 PM IST
For admission into mid-tier NITs, a score in the range of 140–180 marks is often considered safe. However, the exact cut-off varies each year based on competition and exam difficulty.
March 20, 2026 | 02:00 PM IST
The expected JEE Main 2026 marks vs percentile, based on trends from previous years, is presented in the table below.
JEE Main Marks | JEE Main Percentile |
300-291 | 100-99.999 |
292-280 | 99.99890732 - 99.99617561 |
279-271 | 99.99417236 - 99.99153171 |
268-259 | 99.99034797 - 99.97687156 |
258-250 | 99.97413985 - 99.95228621 |
249-240 | 99.95028296 - 99.91549924 |
239-230 | 99.91395128 - 99.87060821 |
229-220 | 99.86150253 - 99.78191884 |
219-210 | 99.77499852 - 99.69159044 |
209- 200 | 99.68494329 - 99.57503767 |
199-190 | 99.56019541 - 99.40858575 |
189- 180 | 99.39319714 - 99.17311273 |
179-170 | 99.1567225 - 98.87981861 |
169-160 | 98.85149993 - 98.52824811 |
159-150 | 98.49801724 -98.09290531 |
149-140 | 98.07460288 - 97.54301298 |
139-130 | 97.4927496 - 96.87838902 |
129-120 | 96.80927687 - 96.0687115 |
119-110 | 95.983027 - 95.05625037 |
109-100 | 94.96737888 - 93.8020333 |
99-90 | 93.67910655 - 92.21882783 |
89-80 | 92.05811248 - 90.27631202 |
79-70 | 90.0448455 - 87.51810893 |
69-60 | 87.33654157 - 83.89085926 |
59-50 | 83.5119717 - 78.35114254 |
49-40 | 77.81927947 - 69.5797271 |
39-30 | 68.80219265 - 56.09102043 |
29-20 | 54.01037138 - 36.58463962 |
19-10 | 35.2885364 - 18.16647924 |
9-0 | 17.14582299 -5.71472799 |
March 20, 2026 | 01:15 PM IST
Candidates can use the following steps to check and download their JEE Main 2026 city intimation slip:
Visit the official website: Open the JEE Main portal at jeemain.nta.nic.in
Locate the city slip link: Click on the link for “JEE Main 2026 Advance City Intimation” under the candidate activity section
Login to your account: Enter your application number along with your date of birth or password
Enter security details: Fill in the captcha/security code shown on the screen and proceed
View exam details: After logging in, your assigned exam city and date will appear on the dashboard
Download and save: Download the slip in PDF format and keep a printout for future reference and travel arrangements
March 20, 2026 | 12:30 PM IST
The JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 exam date is scheduled between April 2 and April 9. The exam will be conducted in multiple shifts, ensuring smooth participation for candidates across the country.
March 20, 2026 | 11:45 AM IST
The JEE Main Session 2 admit card 2026 will likely be issued a few days before the exam. Candidates will be able to download it from jeemain nta nic in using their login credentials once it is released.
March 20, 2026 | 11:15 AM IST
The JEE Main Session 2 city intimation slip 2026 is expected to be released soon on the official website. While no exact date has been confirmed, candidates should keep checking regularly to download their exam city details as soon as it is released.
March 20, 2026 | 10:39 AM IST
A score above 180–220 is generally considered safe for securing admission in decent NITs, though it varies by category and branch. Higher scores significantly improve chances of getting top branches in premier institutes.
March 20, 2026 | 10:11 AM IST
In the last few weeks, students should focus on revising formulas, practising mock tests, and analysing mistakes. Instead of covering new topics, strengthening previously studied concepts can lead to better accuracy and performance.
March 20, 2026 | 09:45 AM IST
For admission to leading IIITs, candidates typically need a percentile above 97–99 depending on the branch. High-demand courses like IT and Computer Science often close at very high ranks, making competition intense.
March 20, 2026 | 09:15 AM IST
Institutes like NIT Trichy, NIT Surathkal, and NIT Warangal continue to be top choices among aspirants. Branches such as Computer Science, Electronics, and Artificial Intelligence remain highly competitive due to strong placement records.
March 20, 2026 | 08:45 AM IST
After downloading the city slip, candidates should keep both digital and printed copies for reference. They should also note their exam date and begin final revision accordingly, focusing on important topics and mock practice.
March 20, 2026 | 08:15 AM IST
The most important details on the city slip include exam date, exam city, and candidate information. These details help candidates plan their travel and prepare mentally for the exam day schedule.
March 20, 2026 | 07:44 AM IST
During the release, heavy website traffic may cause login issues or slow loading. Candidates should remain patient and try accessing the site during off-peak hours or use alternative browsers to download the slip.
March 20, 2026 | 07:40 AM IST
Once the city intimation slip is released, candidates should immediately verify key details such as their name, exam date, and allotted city. Any discrepancy should be reported to NTA without delay. Early verification helps avoid confusion closer to the exam date.
March 20, 2026 | 07:40 AM IST
While the city slip provides information about the exam city and date, it does not include the exact centre address. The admit card, released later, will carry complete details required for entry into the examination hall.
March 20, 2026 | 07:40 AM IST
The city intimation slip is issued in advance to give candidates enough time to plan their travel. Since lakhs of students appear for the exam, this step ensures smoother logistics and reduces last-minute rush at exam centres across the country.