JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Day Guidelines - IIT JEE Exam Instructions

JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Day Guidelines

Here are the exam day guidelines for JEE Advanced 2026 as per the previous year's brochure and hall ticket. The following content will be updated in case there are any changes. Note that exam takers must present their JEE Advanced 2026 admit card and valid ID proof to enter the examination hall.

• Follow the invigilator: Make sure you follow all the JEE Advanced instructions given to you by the invigilator. They are for your benefit only.

• Cooperate during verification: The anxiety must be high during the process but don't forget there are some exam formalities you have to adhere to. Not cooperating with the authorities can lead to your dismissal from the centre. The identity of the candidate will be verified by invigilators as well as representatives from IITs.

• Login carefully: The computer screen of the computer system assigned to you will display your name, photograph and JEE Advanced 2026 roll number. Check the details mentioned. You can log in to your computer and start reading the instructions 20 minutes before the exam starts. Please note that the Login ID required for login is your JEE Advanced 2026 Roll No. and the password for login is your date of birth.

• Submit the admit card: Yes, you will have to hand over your downloaded JEE Advanced 2026 admit card to the invigilator. The authorities will provide you with the original admit card after your identity verification during the examination. Keep this original admit card safe till all the admission formalities are completed.

• Time for finger prints: You will have to give your index fingerprint as an important part of the pre-exam procedure. Remember, the same fingerprint will be used again during JEE Advanced Counselling 2026 after passing the exam. Keep your hands clean and without oil or cream while giving your fingerprints.

• Scribble it out: It is to be noted that all the rough work must be done on the scribble pad provided. The scribble pad is for rough work only and anything written in the scribble pad will not be used for any evaluation purpose. No extra scribble pad will be provided to any candidate. A Scribble pad must be submitted to the invigilator after the completion of each paper.

• Stay in the examination hall: You will not be allowed to leave the examination hall before Noon for Paper 1 and before 5 PM for Paper 2. Be patient even if you are done with your paper.

• Paper 1 & 2 are mandatory: Make sure you don't leave the examination centre after Paper-1 because both Paper-1 & Paper-2 are compulsory. If a candidate appears in Paper-1 and not in Paper-2, he or she will be marked absent. The ORS sheet of only those candidates will be evaluated who will appear in both papers.

• Don't fake it: In case, a candidate gets involved in impersonation in the examination, he or she will be disqualified from JEE Advanced 2026.

JEE Advanced 2026 Dress Code

• It is suggested to wear light-coloured, half-sleeved and comfortable clothes. Avoid wearing fancy designs, patterns, or logos while appearing for the exam. Girls candidates are suggested to wear simple kurtas and jeans/plazzos/leggings and not wear dupattas.

• Shoes are not allowed to be worn inside the examination hall. Hence, wear chappals, sandals or flotters.

• Wearing jewellery like bracelets, earrings, rings, and necklaces should be avoided. Belts and Wristwatch are also not allowed.

• Candidates are suggested to not wear any attractive or fancy hair clips or bands.

Things to Carry for JEE Advanced 2026

There is a checklist of things that you must carry to the examination centre. Candidates are allowed to carry only certain items inside the exam hall. The checklist of things to be carried along while appearing for the JEE Advanced exam is given below.

• Printed copy of the JEE Advanced admit card

• Photo Identity Card - Aadhaar Card, School/ College ID, Driving Licence, Passport or PAN Card

• Black ballpoint pen with transparent body

• Transparent water bottle

Things to Avoid While Appearing for JEE Advanced 2026

It is important to make sure that you leave all the below-mentioned things outside the examination room. In case candidates possess any of these items, strict action will be taken by the authorities. The list of items not permitted inside the JEE Advanced exam hall is as follows:

• Electronic devices – mobile phones, bluetooth devices, earphones, microphones, pagers, health bands, smart phones, pen drives, electronic pens, calculators, iPad, tabs, health bands, digital/ smart/ programmable watches or any other electronic gadgets etc.

• Log books/ table

• Study material of any type

• Geometry box/ pouch/ scale/ pencil-box

• Printed, blank, handwritten or white paper or piece of paper or writing pad

• Wallet or handbag or goggles

• No Jewellery - Rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants, charms, nose pins, chain/necklaces, badge, brooches, hair bands, hair pins, clothes with full sleeves or big buttons

What to do on JEE Advanced 2026 Exam Day?

• Be on time on your big day - Candidates will have to report to the examination centre before 7:30 AM. Candidates should reach on time at the allotted centre to avoid any delay and ensure smooth conduct of the exam. You will not be allowed to enter the examination hall after the commencement of the exam in both papers. Reaching before time will also help you to go through the frisking process early. After entering the examination centre, biometric registration/ verification will be done before the commencement of both Paper 1 and Paper 2.

• Find your examination centre - It is advisable for candidates to visit their examination centre a day prior to the exam day to know the location. This will help avoid the chance of going missing or losing your way to JEE Advanced exam centres on the examination day.

Related links:

• JEE Advanced analysis

• JEE Advanced question paper

• JEE Advanced Answer key

JEE Advanced 2026 Guidelines - Before the Exam Day

Candidates are advised to keep in mind the following points and follow them in the days leading up to the exam.

• Organise all necessary documents and stationery the day before to avoid any last-minute rush.

• Arrive at least 60 minutes before the reporting time indicated on the admit card.

• Nothing will help you secure admission to the IITs except your hard work and dedication. During the last week of preparation for JEE Advanced 2026, focus on strengthening your strong points.

• Try and keep yourself cool and calm otherwise, it can affect your health and eventually your performance in JEE Advanced 2026. Also, avoid social gatherings and maintain social distancing.

• For these few days before the exam, avoid taking in food from outside and just eat healthily. You do not want to fall sick just when you need to do your best.

• A timely and healthy sleep pattern keeps you stress-free. Remember, we need a healthy and alert mind to be utilized on the day of the exam.

• Make your exam kit to make things easy for yourself. Keep the admit card, black ball pen, and original photo ID in there. This will ensure that you have all the necessary stuff with you and make you feel at ease at the centre.