What is JEE Main City Intimation Slip?
The JEE Main City Intimation Slip is a preliminary document that tells candidates their exam city (not the exact centre) before the admit card. In 2026 it was scheduled roughly three weeks before each session. NTA has not announced JEE Main 2027 dates or registration yet, so the 2027 timing is expected to be similar but unconfirmed.
City Intimation Slip vs. Admit Card — Key Differences
| Feature | City Intimation Slip | Admit Card (Hall Ticket) |
|---|---|---|
| Released (2026 cycle) | About 3 weeks before each session (first week of Jan; second week of March, tentative) | 3-4 days before the exam |
| Shows exam city? | Yes | Yes |
| Shows exact centre? | No | Yes (full address) |
| Shows shift/date? | Check the slip; the admit card is the final word | Yes |
| Needed for entry? | No | Yes (must be shown on demand) |
How to Use the City Intimation Slip
Once you download the city intimation slip and know your exam city, immediately book accommodation if you need to travel from another city. JEE Main exam days have high demand for nearby hotels and PGs — early booking saves money and ensures proximity to the exam centre. Book refundable accommodations in case your exact centre (on admit card) turns out to be in a different part of the city.
The city intimation slip itself is not required for exam entry — the admit card (hall ticket) is what you must carry to the exam centre. Do not mistake the city intimation slip for the admit card and arrive without the proper documents.
City Allotment Rules (2026 Bulletin)
Candidates could choose up to four exam cities within the States of their present and permanent address. NTA tries to allot one of them, but can merge cities with few candidates or allot a different city, and its decision is final. For choosing well, read how to select your exam city. Your state of eligibility is separate; see the state code of eligibility guide.
JEE Main 2027 Expectations
NTA has not opened JEE Main 2027 registration or released the 2027 bulletin. When it does, the city intimation slip dates will appear in the bulletin schedule and on our exam city slip release page. Plan using the JEE Main 2027 exam dates and the application form guide. Candidates with disabilities should also read registration for PwD and scribe, and NRI or foreign candidates the NRI and foreign candidates guide.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
The 2026 bulletin says candidates must show the downloaded or printed admit card on demand, along with an authorized photo ID, and that candidates without a valid admit card and ID are not permitted to take the exam. Follow the exact instructions printed on your admit card for the photo and ID list, and the prohibited items. Under no circumstances can the choice of city or shift on the admit card be changed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
More questions about JEE Main city intimation slip and admit card
1Is the city intimation slip the same as the JEE Main admit card?
2Can I change my exam city after the city intimation slip is released?
3What is the purpose of the city intimation slip?
4How do I download the JEE Main city intimation slip?
5What if my city intimation slip shows a different city than I chose?
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Timings are from the JEE Main 2026 bulletin; 2027 is not yet announced. Verify at jeemain.nta.nic.in.