Things to Carry for JEE Mains 2026 Session 2: Documents, ID, and Essentials
Candidates appearing for JEE Main 2026 Session 2, which is ongoing from April 2 to April 8, 2026, must follow strict entry guidelines at the exam centre. They should carry the admit card, a valid original photo ID, and a passport-size photograph. Only permitted items like a transparent ballpoint pen and transparent water bottle are allowed, while electronic gadgets and calculators are strictly prohibited.
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The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam has started today, April 2, and will continue until April 8, 2026, marking the ongoing phase of this national-level engineering entrance examination. This session is crucial for candidates aiming to improve their scores or qualify for the next stages of the admission process.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has specified essential items that candidates must carry to the exam centre, including the JEE Main 2026 admit card, a valid original photo ID, a passport-size photograph, and the self-declaration form if applicable. PwD candidates must also carry their disability certificate to avail the necessary relaxations.
At the same time, candidates should strictly avoid prohibited items such as mobile phones, calculators, smart devices, or any metallic objects, as possession of such items can lead to disqualification. Since the exam is already underway, aspirants are advised to report to the centre as per the given reporting time, carefully follow all instructions, and ensure a smooth and hassle-free exam experience
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Items to Carry for JEE Main 2026 Exam Session 2
Below are the things to carry for JEE Main Exam 2026:
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Things to Carry for JEE Main Exam 2026 |
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Allowed Items |
Details |
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JEE Main 2026 Admit Card |
Printed copy downloaded from NTA website |
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Photo ID |
Original and valid: Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, PAN, School ID, Driving License |
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Passport-size Photograph |
Same as uploaded in application form |
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Self Declaration Form |
Downloaded from NTA website, filled and signed |
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Transparent Ballpoint Pen |
Simple, black or blue ink |
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Transparent Water Bottle |
Optional |
Also Read: JEE Main Admit Card 2026
Prohibited Items in JEE Main 2026
Candidates must make sure that they don’t carry the prohibited items in JEE 2026:
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Mobile phones, earphones, and smart devices
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Calculators, slide rules, Docupen, log tables
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Any printed or written material, notes, or textbooks
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Handbags, purses, or wallets
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Eatables or loose water (except transparent bottle)
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Cameras, tape recorders, or electronic watches with calculator functions
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Metallic items or other electronic gadgets
Documents to Carry for JEE Main 2026
Ensure that all documents are original and clearly legible. NTA may verify the photograph and ID during entry.
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Printed Exam Hall Ticket of JEE Main 2026
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Self-declaration form on A4 paper
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Passport-size photograph to affix on attendance sheet
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One original photo ID (valid and non-expired)
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PwD/PwBD certificate, if applicable
JEE Main Admit Card 2026 Essentials
Below are the JEE Main admit card 2026 Essentials candidates must follow:
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The JEE Main Admit Card 2026 will be available online on the official portal.
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Candidates can download it using their application number and date of birth.
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The Admit Card must be printed clearly and carried along with other required documents to the exam centre.
Photo ID for JEE Main 2026
Here are the details related to the photo ID for JEE. Candidates must keep in mind the following details:
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Parameter |
Requirement |
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Type |
Recent passport-sized colour photograph |
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Size |
10 KB to 200 KB |
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Dimensions |
3.5 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height) |
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Background |
White or light-colored background |
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Face Visibility |
candidate's face should be clear, with no shadows |
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File Format |
JPEG |
NTA Instructions for JEE Mains 2026
Here are the instructions candidates must follow:
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Report 2 hours before the exam; sit in the allotted seat according to Roll No.
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Admit Card and Photo ID will be verified at the entrance.
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Prohibited items must not be carried inside the exam hall.
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No changes in test centre or exam shift are allowed.
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PwD candidates will get compensatory time as per rules.
JEE Mains 2026 Session 2 Exam Day Requirements
On the day of the JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam, candidates must ensure they carry all essential documents and items as per NTA guidelines.
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Timing |
Activity |
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07:00–08:30 AM / 01:00–02:30 PM |
Entry, frisking, biometric registration, document verification |
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08:30–08:50 AM / 02:30–02:50 PM |
Instructions by Invigilators |
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08:50 AM / 02:50 PM |
Candidates log in to read instructions |
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09:00 AM / 03:00 PM |
Exam Commences (3 hours) |
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09:00–12:30 AM / 03:00–06:30 PM |
Paper 2A & 2B duration (if applicable) |
What to Carry For JEE Mains Exam on Session 2
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Printed JEE Main 2026 admit card with self-attested passport-size photo pasted.
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Original valid photo ID proof: Aadhaar Card (with barcode), PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or Class 10 School ID with photo.
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One extra passport-size photograph identical to the one uploaded during registration.
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Duly filled and signed self-declaration form downloaded from jeemain.nta.nic.in.
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PwD certificate (if applicable, in original).
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Transparent water bottle (empty or with minimal water).
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Personal hand sanitizer (maximum 50 ml, transparent bottle).
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For diabetic candidates: Fruits like apple/banana, sugar tablets (no wrappers or packaged food).