
Candidates appearing for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) 2026 must fill the JEE Main 2026 admit card self-declaration form, which is now available on the official website. To download the form, candidates need to log in using their application number and date of birth.
The JEE Main 2026 admit card is issued along with the self-declaration form, and carrying both documents to the JEE Main exam centre is mandatory. Candidates are advised to complete the self-declaration form in advance to avoid any last-minute inconvenience on the exam day.
The JEE Main Self-Declaration form is a self-undertaking that appears on the second page of your JEE Main admit card 2026. By signing this form, you officially declare that you have read and understood all the instructions, rules, and regulations set by the NTA for the 2026 examination.
Key Highlights:
Mandatory: You will not be allowed to enter the exam center without a duly filled self-declaration form.
Format: It is a part of the admit card PDF download.
Purpose: It ensures candidates are aware of the "Do's and Don'ts" and verifies their identity.
How to Download JEE Main 2026 Self-Declaration Form
Since the form is attached to your hall ticket, you must download the complete admit card package from the official portal.
Visit the Official Website: Go to jeemain.nta.nic.in or nta.ac.in.
Access the Login Portal: Click on the link "Admit Card for JEE (Main) 2026 Session-1".
Enter Credentials: Provide your Application Number and Date of Birth (or Password).
Download PDF: Once logged in, click on "Download Admit Card."
Print All Pages: Ensure you print all pages, specifically the page containing the "Undertaking/Self-Declaration Form."
Filling this form correctly is crucial to avoiding last-minute panic at the exam center. Follow these instructions carefully:
| How to Fill the Self-Declaration Form | ||
| Section | Action Required | When to do it? |
| Candidate’s Photo | Paste a recent passport-size photo (same as the one on your application form). | Before reaching the center. |
| Left-Hand Thumb Impression | Affix a clear, non-smudged thumb impression in the designated box. | Before reaching the center. |
| Candidate’s Signature | Sign in the presence of the invigilator. | Inside the exam hall. |
| Parent’s Signature | Get your parent or guardian to sign in the allotted space. | Before reaching the center. |
Pro Tip: Use a clear blue or black ink stamp pad for the thumb impression. If the impression is smudged or unreadable, it might cause delays during verification.
Candidates appearing for NTA JEE Main 2026 must follow all exam day guidelines strictly. Biometric verification is mandatory at the exam centre, so candidates should avoid applying mehndi/henna (mehendi) on fingers or palms, as it may create issues during fingerprint scanning.
For JEE Main identity proof, candidates are advised to carry their original Aadhaar card. While Aadhaar is the most preferred document, it is important that the details match those on the JEE Main 2026 admit card. Entry may be denied if valid photo ID is not produced during verification.
Aside from the self-declaration form, you must carry:
Printed Admit Card: A clear printout on A4-size paper.
Valid Photo ID: Original Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport.
Passport Size Photo: One additional photo to be pasted on the attendance sheet.
Check your shift timing carefully. NTA follows strict gate-closing policies:
Morning Shift: Arrive by 7:30 AM (Gate closes at 8:30 AM).
Afternoon Shift: Arrive by 1:30 PM (Gate closes at 2:30 PM).
Do not carry mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, jewelry, or any metallic items. Only a transparent water bottle and a simple ballpoint pen are usually allowed.