JEE Main 2026: West Bengal Jan 23 Exam Postponed for Saraswati Puja, New Dates Soon

The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced on January 15 that the JEE Main 2026 exam scheduled on January 23 has been postponed in West Bengal due to Saraswati Puja. The announcement was made on NTA’s official X handle, considering the cultural significance of the occasion in the region. 

This announcement is only for the candidates who belong to West Bengal. Candidates from other states will have to appear for the exam as scheduled. For the affected candidates, NTA will allot new exam dates from existing slots in Session 1.

JEE Main 2026 Postponement Official Notice

NTA took to its official X handle to announce the postponement of the exam in West Bengal. Candidates are to note that this announcement is not available on the official website yet. However, they are advised to check the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in for further updates and new exam dates.

The notification states that the candidates from West Bengal scheduled for JEE Main Exam on 23 January 2026 will be allotted another date among the ones already announced under Session 1.

Why is the JEE Main 2026 Exam Postponed in West Bengal?

NTA received several requests from students and parents regarding the overlap between the exam date and Saraswati Puja. The festival holds immense cultural significance in the region. This would make it difficult for the students participating in the festivities and rituals to appear for the exam on the same day.

The decision came as an acknowledgement of these concerns. NTA will be rescheduling the exam, keeping in mind student convenience.

When will West Bengal candidates get a new exam date?

The affected candidates will be allotted a new exam date from the existing JEE Main 2026 examination window. NTA will publish all the details on the official website. The candidates can access their updated admit cards and city intimation slip with the revised exam date once it is out on the website.

Must-Dos for West Bengal Candidates

To stay updated with the latest announcements, candidates are to check the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in regularly. Updates might also come to the registered email ID or as SMS on the registered mobile number. They are advised to keep their login credentials handy and download the revised admit card once released. They are not required to submit a new application.

JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam Schedule

From the following schedule, West Bengal candidates are excluded from the 23 January exam. They will be allotted another slot in the same session.

JEE Main 2026 Postponement: What does it mean for students?

NTA deciding to postpone the JEE Main 2026 exam for West Bengal candidates is a student-friendly move. It respects cultural sentiments by reducing exam stress on a festival day. This ensures fairness for the students, who will be able to appear for the exam well-prepared without any pressure.