Joint Admission test for Masters: IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification & Online FormDescription : Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP) has officially released the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification and information brochure for the Joint Admission test for Masters (JAM 2027). The national entrance test facilitates admission into direct M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, and other postgraduate degree programmes across 23 IITs and IISc Bengaluru. Candidates applying under the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification can submit their registration online at jam.iitkgp.ac.in from 05 September 2026 to 12 October 2026. Check complete official examination schedules, application fees, test papers, academic eligibility, and direct portal links below. |
INDIAN INSTITUTES OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT JAM)IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification : Key Summary |
The organizing institute has released the official schedule for the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification covering online registration windows, hall ticket releases, and entrance exam dates.
| Official Examination & Registration Schedule | |
| Admission Event | Official Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Application Portal Opens (JOAPS) | 05 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 12 October 2026 |
| Change of Category / City / Paper (with fee) | Before 10 November 2026 |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket Download | 05 January 2027 until Exam Day |
| IIT JAM 2027 Examination Date | 14 February 2027 (Sunday) |
| Forenoon Session (CY, GG, MA) | 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
| Afternoon Session (BT, EN, MS, PH) | 02:30 PM to 05:30 PM |
| Declaration of Official Merit Results | 18 March 2027 |
| Admission Brochure Release | Second Week of March 2027 |
| Check jam.iitkgp.ac.in for recent updates regarding IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification. | |
Application fees must be deposited strictly online through the JOAPS payment gateway. Candidates may choose to appear in either one test paper or two test papers according to the scheduled sessions.
| Application Fee Details | |
| Candidate Category | One Test Paper / Two Test Papers |
|---|---|
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Rs. 1,000/- (Two Papers: Rs. 1,350/-) |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 1,000/- (Two Papers: Rs. 1,350/-) |
| All Other Candidates (General / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 2,000/- (Two Papers: Rs. 2,700/-) |
| Application Modification Fee (Per field) | Rs. 300/- (Till 10 November 2026) |
| Payment Gateway Modes | Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Wallet |
| Fee Refund Policy | Strictly Non-Refundable |
Candidates of all age groups, including national and international applicants, can register for the postgraduate entrance test without demographic restrictions.
| Age Limit & Nationality Criteria | |
| Parameter | Prescribed Criteria |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | No Upper or Lower Age Limit |
| Nationality | Open to Indian and Foreign Nationals |
| Total Available Seats | Around 3000 Seats across 23 IITs |
| Number of Attempts | No Limit on Attempts |
Academic guidelines outlined under the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification require candidates to have completed or be currently pursuing a recognized undergraduate degree.
| IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification: Educational Eligibility Details | |
| Eligibility Parameter | Prescribed Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Degree | Candidates must have passed an undergraduate degree or must be currently studying in the final year of an undergraduate programme. |
| Minimum Percentage Norm | Proof of having passed the qualifying degree with required eligibility as specified by the Admitting Institute must be submitted. |
| Undergraduate Completion | The undergraduate programme should be completed before the date of admission at the respective Admitting Institute. |
| Foreign Degrees | Foreign nationals with an Indian degree are eligible to apply, subject to the policy of the Admitting Institute. |
The Computer-Based Test (CBT) scheme under the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification consists of objective questions spanning multiple choice, multiple select, and numerical answer types.
| JAM Examination Pattern & Test Subjects | |
| Pattern Element | Examination Structure |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode & Time | Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) | Duration: 3 Hours (180 Minutes) |
| Total Questions & Marks | 60 Questions carrying a total of 100 Marks (Divided into 3 Sections) |
| Section A: 30 MCQs | 10 questions of 1 mark each and 20 questions of 2 marks each (1/3 mark deducted for 1-mark Qs; 2/3 deducted for 2-mark Qs). |
| Section B: 10 MSQs | 10 Multiple Select Questions of 2 marks each (No negative or partial marking). |
| Section C: 20 NATs | Numerical Answer Type: 10 questions of 1 mark and 10 questions of 2 marks (No negative marking). |
| Total Test Papers (7) | Biotechnology (BT), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), Physics (PH). |
Admission is allocated through centralized online counselling strictly in order of merit rank, institutional preferences submitted by the candidate, and applicable reservation quotas.
| Selection Architecture & IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification Guidelines | |
| Process Stage | Guidelines & Requirements |
|---|---|
| All India Rank (AIR) | Rank list prepared solely based on performance in each test paper of JAM 2027. |
| Admission Rounds | A maximum of four rounds of online admissions will be conducted for seat allotment. |
| Mandatory Documents | 10th standard marksheet with DoB, category certificates (issued on/after April 1, 2026), PwD/UDID proof, valid photo ID. |
| How to Apply for IIT JAM 2027: | |
| Step 1: Portal Access | Visit the official website at jam.iitkgp.ac.in and open the JOAPS registration system. |
| Step 2: New Registration | Register for the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification portal using your name, valid email address, and active mobile number to receive Enrollment ID. |
| Step 3: Form Completion | Select one or two test papers, choose 3 preferred exam cities in the same zone, and enter personal/academic details. |
| Step 4: Document Upload | Upload passport photograph (20–200 KB), signature (10–150 KB), 10th marksheet, and category certificates (10–300 KB PDF). |
| Step 5: Fee Payment | Pay the application fee online through net banking, debit/credit cards, or UPI and download the final submitted form. |
Direct links for downloading the official poster, checking the information brochure PDF, and accessing the online application portal are compiled below.
| IMPORTANT USEFUL LINKS | |
| Download Information Brochure (PDF) | Click Here |
| Download Official Poster (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (JOAPS Portal) | Click Here |
| IIT JAM Official Website | Click Here |
| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) |
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Q1. What is the application deadline announced under the IIT JAM 2027 Admission Notification? Q2. On what date will the JAM 2027 entrance exam take place? Q3. When will the official results be announced? Q4. How much is the application fee for a single test paper? |