The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially activated the link for the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 City Intimation Slip as of January 8, 2026. Candidates appearing for the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) later this month can now check their allotted exam city.
In a simultaneous development, the NTA also issued an official notice regarding the NEET UG 2026 Syllabus, ending months of confusion for medical students.
Here is a detailed breakdown of all the major NTA announcements made this week.
1. JEE Main 2026: City Slip Out, Admit Card Next
The first session of JEE Main 2026 is scheduled to begin on January 21, 2026. To help students plan their travel, the NTA has released the “Advance Intimation for Allotment of Examination City”.
Key Exam Details:
- Exam Dates (Paper 1 – B.E./B.Tech): January 21, 22, 23, 24, and 28, 2026.
- Exam Date (Paper 2 – B.Arch/B.Plan): January 29, 2026.
- Shift Timings:
- Shift 1: 09:00 AM to 12:00 Noon
- Shift 2: 03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
How to Download the City Slip:
- Visit the official website (jeemain.nta.nic.in).
- Click on the link titled “JEE(Main) 2026 Session 1: Advance City Intimation”.
- Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
- Download the slip and note down your exam city.
Important: This is NOT your Admit Card. The actual Admit Card (Hall Ticket) containing your Roll Number and Centre Address will be released 3 to 4 days before the exam, likely around January 17-18, 2026.
2. NEET UG 2026: Syllabus Officially Notified
On January 8, 2026, the NTA released a crucial notice for NEET aspirants. The agency has officially notified the syllabus for the upcoming National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026.
- Clarification: The NTA has confirmed that the syllabus for NEET 2026 will be exactly the same as the one finalized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in December 2025.
- Where to Check: The detailed subject-wise syllabus (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) is available in the “Public Notice” section of the main NTA website (nta.ac.in).
- Exam Date: While the syllabus is out, the registration date is expected to be announced in the first week of February 2026. The exam is tentatively scheduled for May 3, 2026.
3. CUET UG 2026: Registration Ongoing
Apart from JEE and NEET, the NTA is currently conducting the registration process for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) UG 2026.
- Deadline: The last date to submit the application form is January 30, 2026.
- Exam Dates: The exams will be held between May 11 and May 31, 2026.
- Students aiming for central universities like Delhi University (DU) or BHU must complete their registration at the official portal (cuet.nta.nic.in) before the deadline.
What Should Candidates Do Now?
- JEE Aspirants: Download your city slip immediately. If your allotted city is far away, book your train or bus tickets now. Keep checking the website for the Admit Card next week.
- NEET Aspirants: Download the official syllabus PDF and cross-check your preparation. Ensure you are not studying deleted topics.
- CUET Aspirants: Complete your form filling if you haven’t already.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is the NTA JEE Main Admit Card 2026 released?
No, NTA has only released the City Intimation Slip. The Admit Card will be released around January 17 or 18, 2026.
Q2. How can I download the JEE Main City Slip?
Go to the official JEE Main website, click on the City Intimation link, and log in using your Application Number and Date of Birth.
Q3. Has the NEET 2026 syllabus changed?
The NTA has notified the syllabus on January 8, 2026. It follows the NMC guidelines. Candidates should check the official PDF on the NTA website to see the exact topics included or excluded.
Q4. What is the website for NTA latest updates?
You can check the main website (nta.ac.in) for general notices, the JEE website (jeemain.nta.nic.in) for engineering exams, and the NEET website (neet.nta.nic.in) for medical exams.
Q5. When is the last date for CUET UG 2026 registration?
The last date to apply for CUET UG 2026 is January 30, 2026.