JEE Main 2026 Rescheduled in West Bengal: NTA Shifts Exam Date Due to Saraswati Puja

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially updated the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 timetable for candidates appearing in West Bengal. If you were scheduled to take your engineering entrance exam tomorrow, January 23, your date has been changed.

Why is JEE Main 2026 Postponed in West Bengal?

The NTA took the decision to revise the schedule following a massive wave of requests from student bodies and state authorities. The original exam date, January 23, 2026, clashed with Saraswati Puja, a major cultural and religious festival in West Bengal.

To ensure students are not forced to choose between their academic future and regional observances, the NTA moved the exam windows for all centers located within the state.

Key Highlights for West Bengal JEE Aspirants

If your exam center is located in West Bengal, here is what you need to know immediately:

• Original Date: January 23, 2026 (Now Cancelled for WB Centers).

• Revised Schedule: Candidates will be slotted into alternate windows within the existing Session 1 period.

• Required Action: You must download a revised admit card. The old admit card is no longer valid for the rescheduled date.

• Verification: Check your updated Exam City Intimation Slip on the official NTA portal.

How to Download Your Revised JEE Main 2026 Admit Card

To avoid confusion at the exam center, follow these steps to secure your updated documents:

1. Visit the official NTA JEE website: jeemain.nta.nic.in.

2. Click on the link for "JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Revised Admit Card."

3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.

4. Download and print the new admit card (ensure the new date and shift time are visible).

5. Cross-check the instructions to see if your center address has been updated.

Pro Tip: Keep an eye on your registered email ID and mobile number. The NTA is sending direct SMS alerts to all affected candidates in West Bengal.