The application process for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM) 2026, conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, concludes today, October 12, 2025. Prospective candidates who have not yet submitted their applications are strongly encouraged to do so on the official IIT JAM website, jam2026.iitb.ac.in.
Mark your calendars for these important dates: The JAM admit card will be released on January 5, 2026, followed by the examination on February 15, 2026. The much-awaited results are scheduled for announcement on March 20, 2026.
Application Fee Details:
The application fee varies based on category and the number of papers chosen:
- Female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates: ₹1000 for one paper, ₹1350 for two papers.
- All other categories: ₹2000 for one paper, ₹2700 for two papers.
Payment can be conveniently made via net banking, debit card, credit card, UPI, or digital wallets.
IIT JAM 2026 will be held across approximately 116 cities nationwide, offering a broad reach for applicants. The examination will feature a mix of question types, including Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions.
The scores obtained in JAM 2026 are crucial for admissions to Master of Science (M.Sc.), M.Sc. (Tech), MS (Research), M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree, and Integrated Ph.D. programs across various IITs and other esteemed institutions for the academic year 2026-27.
How to Apply for IIT JAM 2026:
Follow these straightforward steps to complete your application:
- Visit the official IIT JAM 2026 website at jam2026.iitb.ac.in.
- Locate and click on the application link for IIT JAM 2026 on the homepage.
- Register by filling in the required details on the new page.
- Complete the application form accurately.
- Proceed to pay the application fee.
- Submit your application and download the confirmation page for your records.
Candidates are advised to keep a printout of the confirmation page for future reference. For any further details or queries, please refer to the official IIT JAM 2026 website.