Exam day
JEE Main dress code: what can you wear?
Printed T-shirt, watch, jacket, shoes: answered.
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Allowed
Yes, you can wear
- Printed T-shirt without metal or text that looks like notes
- Simple trousers or track pants
- Salwar-kameez or kurta
- Sweater or jacket without metal zips
Not allowed
Leave these at home
- Watches of any kind
- Belts
- Jewellery, rings and earrings
- Shoes with metal parts or thick soles
Watch?
No watch, not even an analogue one
The computer screen shows the time left, so you do not need one.
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Carry
Documents you need
- Printed admit card
- Passport-size photo as instructed
- Original photo ID such as Aadhaar or PAN
- PwD certificate, if claiming relaxation
Banned
Banned at the centre
- Phones, smartwatches, earphones, calculators
- Bags, wallets and purses
- Books, notes and geometry boxes
- Any metal item
Religious attire
Report early for checking
Turban, hijab, kara or kirpan are generally allowed, but reach early for frisking.
Pune tip
Do a trial trip
Reach an hour before reporting time. Morning traffic on Hinjewadi, Nagar Road or Katraj can be unpredictable.
Read more
JEE Main exam-day checklist
10 points to check the night before.
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