If you are one of the 2.5 lakh students who qualified JEE Main 2026, then right now there is only one thing on your mind, when will the JEE Advanced 2026 admit card come out and how do I download it?
The answer: May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM IST.
IIT Roorkee, which is conducting JEE Advanced this year, will release the hall ticket on the official website jeeadv.ac.in. The exam itself is on May 17, 2026 (Sunday) – so you have just a few days to keep your documents ready, check your exam centre, and sort everything out before the big day.
This article covers everything you need to know , admit card download steps, what details to check on it, what to carry on exam day, and the full schedule in one place.
JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card – Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | JEE Advanced 2026 |
| Conducting Body | IIT Roorkee |
| Admit Card Release Date | May 11, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
| Admit Card Available Until | May 17, 2026 (2:30 PM IST) |
| Exam Date | May 17, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Paper 1 Timing | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM IST |
| Paper 2 Timing | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM IST |
| Official Website | jeeadv.ac.in |
| Login Credentials | Registration Number + Date of Birth |
| Result Date | June 1, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) |
JEE Advanced 2026 Important Dates:-
Before anything else, bookmark these dates. Missing any of these is not an option.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Result (Qualifying for Advanced) | April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Registration | April 23 – May 5, 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card Download Starts | May 11, 2026 (5:00 PM IST) |
| Admit Card Available Until | May 17, 2026 (2:30 PM IST) |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Date | May 17, 2026 (Sunday) |
| Answer Key Release | To be announced |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Result | June 1, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) |
| AAT Registration (for B.Arch) | June 1–2, 2026 |
| AAT Exam | June 4, 2026 |
| AAT Result | June 7, 2026 |
How to Download JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card – Step by Step
The process is simple. Here is exactly what you need to do on May 11 after 5 PM:
Step 1: Go to the official JEE Advanced website – jeeadv.ac.in
Step 2: Look for the “Admit Card” link on the homepage. It will be active only after May 11, 5:00 PM IST.
Step 3: Click on it. A candidate login portal will open.
Step 4: Enter your JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Number and Date of Birth.
Step 5: Click “Login”. Your hall ticket will load on the screen.
Step 6: Check all the details carefully (more on what to check in the next section).
Step 7: Download the admit card PDF and take a colour printout. Black and white may not be accepted at some centres.
Step 8: Keep both a digital copy and the printout safely until the entire admission process is done.
Important: IIT Roorkee will NOT send admit cards by post or email. There is only one way to get it, login on jeeadv.ac.in yourself.
What Details Are Printed on the JEE Advanced 2026 Hall Ticket?
Once you download the admit card, do not just stuff it in your bag. Sit down and go through every single detail. Here is what should be printed on it:
- Candidate’s full name
- JEE Advanced 2026 Roll Number
- JEE Main 2026 Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Category (General / OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD)
- Photograph
- Signature
- Gender
- Exam Centre Name and Full Address
- Exam Date – May 17, 2026
- Paper 1 and Paper 2 reporting times
- Exam-day instructions
If any of these details are wrong – especially your name, category, or exam centre – contact the JEE Advanced 2026 Chairman of your respective zonal IIT immediately. Do not wait for exam day.
What Documents to Carry on JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Day?
Your admit card alone is not enough to enter the exam hall. You must carry both of the following:
1. Printed JEE Advanced 2026 Admit Card Take a proper A4 printout. The photograph must be clear.
2. Any One Valid Original Photo ID
You can carry any one of these:
- Aadhaar Card
- School ID Card
- Driving Licence
- Voter ID Card
- Passport
- PAN Card
Photocopies of ID are NOT accepted. Carry the original.
Also, candidates appearing for B.Arch programmes at IIT BHU Varanasi, IIT Kharagpur, or IIT Roorkee will need to separately appear for AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test) after the result – keep that in mind.
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Pattern – Quick Recap
Since you are heading into the exam in a few days, here is a quick reminder of the structure:
| Detail | Paper 1 | Paper 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Timing | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM |
| Duration | 3 Hours | 3 Hours |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Maths | Physics, Chemistry, Maths |
| Compulsory? | Yes | Yes |
Both papers are compulsory. Skipping either one means your result will not be processed. Show up for both.
JEE Advanced 2026 Eligibility – Are You Eligible?
Just to be 100% clear:
- You must be in the top 2,50,000 successful candidates of JEE Main 2026 (across all categories).
- You must have scored at least 75% in Class 12 (or be in the top 20 percentile of your board). SC/ST/PwD candidates need 65%.
- You should not have been admitted to any IIT program earlier (with some exceptions like seat cancellation before the final round of JoSAA 2025).
- This should be within your maximum two attempts at JEE Advanced.
If you completed your registration and paid the fee, you are already cleared. The admit card confirms your eligibility.
Forgot Your JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Number?
This happens more than you think. If you cannot remember your registration number, here is what to do:
Go to the JEE Advanced candidate portal on jeeadv.ac.in and look for the option to retrieve your registration number. You will need your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Date of Birth to recover it.
Zonal IIT Contact Details
JEE Advanced 2026 is organized across different IIT zones. If there is any issue with your admit card, contact the chairman of your zonal IIT. The zones are:
| Zone | IIT | States Covered |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bombay | IIT Bombay | Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Rajasthan (some) |
| IIT Delhi | IIT Delhi | Delhi, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan (some), Uttar Pradesh (west) |
| IIT Guwahati | IIT Guwahati | Assam, Bihar (some), Northeast states |
| IIT Kanpur | IIT Kanpur | Uttar Pradesh (east), Uttarakhand, Bihar (some) |
| IIT Kharagpur | IIT Kharagpur | West Bengal, Odisha, Andaman & Nicobar |
| IIT Madras | IIT Madras | Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka, Puducherry |
| IIT Roorkee | IIT Roorkee | Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand (some) |
Things to Do Right Now (Before Admit Card Comes)
The exam is 10 days away. Use this time properly:
1. Confirm your exam city. You had chosen 8 preferences during registration. Check which city you have been allotted. The admit card will have the full address of the exam centre.
2. Plan your travel. If your centre is in another city, book your train or bus tickets now. Waiting rooms fill up fast around JEE exam dates.
3. Keep your ID proof ready. Make sure the ID you plan to carry is not expired and is the original copy.
4. Solve one or two mock tests. JEE Advanced CBT interface is specific. Practice on the official mock test link at jeeadv.ac.in if you have not already.
5. Check jeeadv.ac.in on May 11 after 5 PM. Do not rely on third-party sites for the download link. Go directly to the official website.
What Happens After JEE Advanced 2026?
Just so you have the full picture:
- Result: June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM on jeeadv.ac.in
- JoSAA Counselling: Starts after the result for seat allotment across all 23 IITs
- AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test): If you want B.Arch at IIT BHU, IIT KGP or IIT Roorkee, register for AAT on June 1–2 after results are out
Final Word
The JEE Advanced 2026 admit card is releasing on May 11 at 5:00 PM on jeeadv.ac.in. Mark that time and download it the moment it goes live. Check every detail on it carefully, name, photo, exam centre, roll number. Carry the printout along with an original photo ID on exam day.
You have worked hard to get to this point. The exam is on May 17. Get your logistics sorted, keep your head clear, and go give your best.
All the best.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the JEE Advanced 2026 admit card be released? JEE Advanced 2026 admit card will be released on May 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM IST on the official website jeeadv.ac.in.
Q2. How do I download the JEE Advanced 2026 hall ticket? Go to jeeadv.ac.in, click on the Admit Card link, and log in with your JEE Advanced 2026 Registration Number and Date of Birth. Download and take a printout.
Q3. What is the exam date for JEE Advanced 2026? JEE Advanced 2026 exam is scheduled for May 17, 2026 (Sunday). Paper 1 is from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Paper 2 is from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Q4. Which IIT is conducting JEE Advanced 2026? IIT Roorkee is the organizing institute for JEE Advanced 2026.
Q5. What documents do I need to carry on JEE Advanced 2026 exam day? You need to carry your printed JEE Advanced 2026 admit card and one original valid photo ID such as Aadhaar, Driving Licence, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card, or School ID.
Q6. What if I find an error on my JEE Advanced 2026 admit card? If there is any mistake in your name, category, or other details, contact the Chairman of the JEE Advanced 2026 zonal IIT for your region immediately through the official website.
Q7. I forgot my JEE Advanced 2026 registration number. What should I do? You can recover your registration number from the JEE Advanced candidate portal by entering your JEE Main 2026 Application Number and Date of Birth.
Q8. Can I use a black and white printout of the JEE Advanced admit card? It is strongly recommended to take a colour printout. Some exam centres may not accept a black and white copy as the photo needs to be clearly visible.
Q9. When will JEE Advanced 2026 result be declared? JEE Advanced 2026 result will be declared on June 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM IST on jeeadv.ac.in.
Q10. Is appearing in both Paper 1 and Paper 2 compulsory? Yes. Both papers are compulsory for all JEE Advanced 2026 candidates. Missing either paper means your result will not be considered.
