International engineering aspirants no longer need to travel to India to appear for JEE Main. The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducts the examination at designated centres across 23 cities in 21 countries outside India, making it convenient for NRI, PIO, OCI, and Foreign National candidates to take the computer-based test in their country of residence.
Students in GCC countries including UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain can now appear for JEE Main without leaving the region.
- Every NRI candidate can select up to 4 preferred exam centres at the time of filling the application form.
- The complete address of the allotted exam centre will be printed on the JEE Main 2026 admit card.
- Candidates are advised to visit their examination centre one day prior to the exam date to familiarize themselves with the location and estimate travel time.
List of JEE Main 2026 Exam Centres Outside India
The following table lists the countries and cities where NTA will conduct JEE Main 2026 for overseas candidates, along with their respective centre codes:
| Country |
City |
Centre Code |
| Bahrain |
Manama |
ZZ01 |
| Sri Lanka |
Colombo |
ZZ02 |
| Qatar |
Doha |
ZZ03 |
| United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
Dubai |
ZZ04 |
| Nepal |
Kathmandu |
ZZ05 |
| Oman |
Muscat |
ZZ06 |
| Saudi Arabia |
Riyadh |
ZZ07 |
| United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
Sharjah |
ZZ08 |
| Singapore |
Singapore |
ZZ09 |
| Kuwait |
Kuwait City |
ZZ10 |
| Malaysia |
Kuala Lumpur |
ZZ11 |
| Nigeria |
Lagos |
ZZ12 |
| Indonesia |
Jakarta |
ZZ13 |
| Australia |
Canberra |
ZZ14 |
| Brazil |
Brasilia |
ZZ16 |
| Canada |
Ottawa |
ZZ17 |
| Hong Kong |
Hong Kong |
ZZ19 |
| Mauritius |
Port Louis |
ZZ20 |
| Russia |
Moscow |
ZZ21 |
| South Africa |
Cape Town |
ZZ22 |
| Thailand |
Bangkok |
ZZ23 |
| United States of America (USA) |
Washington D.C. |
ZZ24 |
| Vietnam |
Hanoi |
ZZ25 |
Note: Centre codes ZZ15 (Austria), ZZ18, and others not listed above are not applicable for JEE Main 2026. The official list comprises 23 centres across 21 countries.
Important Instructions for Choosing Exam Centres
Overseas candidates must consider the following guidelines while selecting their JEE Main 2026 exam centres:
- Select Nearest Centre: Candidates are strongly advised to choose the exam centre closest to their current place of residence to minimize travel and logistical challenges.
- Maximum of Four Preferences: Candidates can select up to four preferred exam centres in order of priority while filling the application form. NTA will allot centres based on availability and candidate preferences.
- Paper Selection: Candidates must clearly select the paper they wish to appear for:
- Paper 1: B.E. / B.Tech (Computer Based Test)
- Paper 2A: B.Arch (Computer Based Test for Aptitude and Mathematics; Drawing Test is offline)
- Paper 2B: B.Plan (Computer Based Test)
- Mode of Examination: Paper 1 and the Aptitude/Mathematics sections of Paper 2 are conducted online (CBT). The Drawing Test for B.Arch is conducted offline (pen and paper based).
- Centre Address on Admit Card: The complete and exact address of the allotted exam centre will be mentioned on the admit card. Candidates must download the admit card and verify the location well in advance.
- No Change of Centre: Once allotted, the exam centre cannot be changed under any circumstances. Candidates should choose their preferences carefully.
Additional Guidelines for Overseas Candidates
- Candidates appearing from international centres must carry a valid passport as the primary photo identification document. The name on the passport must exactly match the name entered in the JEE Main application form.
- Exam centres outside India are subject to minimum candidate registration thresholds. NTA reserves the right to cancel or relocate a centre if the number of applicants is insufficient.
- Candidates are advised to regularly check the official JEE Main website for any updates or changes to the list of international exam centres.
- For queries related to exam centres outside India, candidates may contact NTA at jeemain@nta.ac.in.
This page is updated for JEE Main 2026. The list of international exam centres is as per official NTA notifications and is subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. Are JEE Main exam centres available outside India?
Yes, JEE Main is conducted in selected international cities for students residing abroad.
2. How can I select an international exam centre?
Candidates can choose their preferred international city while filling out the application form.
3. Is the application fee different for centres outside India?
Yes, the fee structure for international centres is generally higher compared to centres within India.
4. What documents are required at an international centre?
Candidates must carry their admit card and a valid passport or approved identification document on the exam day.
