Are their any scribes arranged by the examination authority for IIT JAM 2026 examination?

Scribes will be arranged for those PwD candidates who have requested to be provided with a scribe at the time of application. Qualification of the scribe arranged by test center will NOT be more than the minimum eligibility criteria of JAM 2026. However, the qualification of the scribe will be matriculation (10th) or above. If there are Y candidates who require scribe, it will be ensured that a panel of (Y+1) scribes is available at the exam centre so that every candidate can have an alternative scribe to choose for the services.

What is the duration of IIT JAM 2026 examination?

IIT JAM 2026 examination will be held on February 15, 2026. Exam will be conducted in two sessions: Session 1 - 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Session 2 - 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

How to select IIT JAM exam city?

Candidates will have to select the IIT JAM exam centre city while filling out the application form. They will have to enter as many as two exam cities in preferential order. NTA will try to allot the exam centre according to candidates preferences. However, the final decision will be made by the exam authorities. Candidates has to follow the steps given below to select the exam city of JAM 2026: 1. Visit the JAM 2026 website. 2. In the Exam City Preference section of the JAM 2026 application form, select three cities in preferential order. 3. Complete the application process by paying the requisite application fee. The exam city preference can be changed during the application correction window.

What is the fees to book seat during IIT JAM 2026 counselling?

Category Fee in INR IIT JAM 2026 application fee for all categories ( one test paper) INR 2000 Seat booking fee after allotment for General/OBC-NCL/EWS category candidates INR 15000 Seat booking fee after allotment for SC/ ST/ PWD category candidates INR 5000

What is the objective of IIT JAM 2026 Exam?

JAM has been established as benchmark for undergraduate level Science education in the country from last two decades. The objective of JAM is to provide admissions to Post- graduate Degree Programmes and to consolidate Science as a career option for the students across the country. These programmes offer high-quality education in their respective disciplines, comparable to the best in the world. The curricula for these programmes are designed to provide the students with opportunities to develop academic talent leading to challenging and rewarding professional life. The interdisciplinary content of the curricula enable the students with the ability to utilize scientific knowledge for practical applications. These programmes are open to all eligible students irrespective of their nationality. The medium of instruction is English for all the programmes.

How many admitting institutes are there in IIT JAM 2026?

There are around 3000 seats in postgraduate programmes at 21 IITs for the academic year 2026-27. JAM 2026 Scores will be used to admit the candidates subject to satisfying the ERs and MEQs and any other necessary requirements, without any additional interview or written test. JAM scores will be used for admission to over 2000 seats for postgraduate programmes such as M.Sc. and M.A. at IISc and various NITs, IIEST Shibpur, SLIET, DIAT through Centralized Counselling for M.Sc / M.Sc. (Tech.) Admission (CCMN).

What is the last date to correct the application form?

IIT JAM 2026 application correction window closed and was being conducted from October 31, 2025, to November 13, 2025. The IIT JAM 2026 application process was conducted from September 5 to October 20, 2025. The application fee could be paid by October 25, 2025.

Can you please tell me the starting and ending date of IIT JAM application correction window?

The IIT JAM 2026 application correction window had started by October 31, 2025. And the end date was November 13, 2025. Note: The IIT JAM 2026 correction window has been closed. So, it is advised that every candidate should check the webpage regularly for the further updates. And you can also keep a track on Shiksha page for real time updates.

How to pay IIT JAM application fee?

IIT JAM 2026 application correction window was opened by IIT Bombay till November 10, 2025 and it was started by October 31, 2025. Registered candidates will be able to make changes in their personal details like name, date of birth, category, exam city and paper.

How to select examination centres upon filling IIT JAM application form?

JAM 2026 Examination will be conducted in eight zones. The names of these eight zones with the list of zone-wise Examination Cities are listen on JAM 2026 exam centres (Probable Examination cities of JAM 2026). Candidates must specify their first, second and third choice of cities at the time of applying for JAM 2026. When the choice of first city is made, then the zone gets determined and the candidates will be able to choose the second and third choice city only from the same zone. In case, any city in the choices is not allotted due to operational reasons, alternate city will be allotted. Candidates are requested to regularly check JAM 2026 website for updates regarding examination cities, if any.

How to upload an image in the IIT JAM 2026 application form?

To upload image in IIT JAM 2026 application form you need to check the specific size and format and use white background.

What is the signature size for IIT JAM 2026?

To fill the IIT JAM 2026 form you need to have a maximum size of the image that should be 160 X 560 in pixels.

How do I check IIT JAM admission list?

Test takers can check the IIT JAM Admission List in the following manner: Candidates have to visit the website of IIT JAM. Enter Enrolment ID or Email ID Enter Password Enter the correct Mathematical Expression Click on 'Submit'

What is IIT JAM JOAPS portal?

JOAPS stands for JAM Online Application Portal System. IIT JAM 2026 application process has started on September 5, 2025. Interested applicants of JAM 2026 examination can visit the official webiste of IIT JAM 2026 and sign up to the JOAPS portal in order to register themselves first. IIT JAM 2026 registration provided by the examination conducting body, IIT Bombay, is helpful for a number of exam-related tasks, including application form, downloading the admit card or hall ticket, the answer key, or viewing IIT JAM 2026 result.

How to select examination centres upon filling IIT JAM application form?

JAM 2026 Examination will be conducted in eight zones. The names of these eight zones with the list of zone-wise Examination Cities are listen on JAM 2026 exam centres (Probable Examination cities of JAM 2026). Candidates must specify their first, second and third choice of cities at the time of applying for JAM 2026. When the choice of first city is made, then the zone gets determined and the candidates will be able to choose the second and third choice city only from the same zone. In case, any city in the choices is not allotted due to operational reasons, alternate city will be allotted. Candidates are requested to regularly check JAM 2026 website for updates regarding examination cities, if any.

What is the last date to correct the application form?

IIT JAM 2026 application correction window closed and was being conducted from October 31, 2025, to November 13, 2025. The IIT JAM 2026 application process was conducted from September 5 to October 20, 2025. The application fee could be paid by October 25, 2025.

What should I do if JAM 2026 application form is found to be incomplete by exam officials after fee payment?

Once the IIT JAM 2026 application form has been sucessfully submitted by the candidates, the exam officials will srcutinize their JAM application form 2026 to know whether they have filled in all the details asked correctly and also the document uploaded by them is in the correct format or not. If the exam officials found the details and documents uploaded by the candidates are incomplete, they will contact the candidates via mail and will ask them to correct or upload the required details in the specified timeline. Candidates can check out the reference image of the mail recieved by the JAM 2026 officials in regard to JAM 2026 application status:

What details can be edited after successful submission of IIT JAM 2026 application form?

Successfully registered candidates of the IIT JAM 2026 application get an opportunity to modify the details that were earlier filled incorrectly in the JAM 2026 application form. The following section brings the list of fields that can be edited. Name Date of Birth Examination cities Test Papers Categories Gender

What is the data requirement for filling up the IIT JAM 2026 application form?

The following information will be required while filling the form at JOAPS portal: • Personal information (name, e-mail id, date of birth, mobile number, parent’s/guardian’s name, parent’s/ guardian’s mobile number, etc.) • Name of the candidate in the application form must exactly be the same as per Qualifying degree. JAM 2026 Scorecard will be issued as per the name entered in the application form. Prefix/title such as Mr/Shri/Dr/Ms/Mrs/Smt, etc. should NOT be used. • Address for communication including PIN code. • Details of Eligibility degree. • Name and address with PIN code of the College/Institute/University. • Choice of JAM paper (s). • Choice of JAM Examination Cities. • Scanned copy of 10th standard (SSC) Marksheet. • High-quality image of the candidate’s photograph and signature conforming to the specifications given in Section 6.3 (Photograph Requirements) and Section 6.4 (Signature Requirements), respectively. • Scanned copy of the Category (OBC-NCL/EWS/SC/ST) Certificate (if applicable) as per guidelines given in Section 6.5 (Certificate for OBC-NCL/ EWS/ SC/ ST/ PwD). • Scanned copy of Physical Disability Certificate (if applicable) or Unique Disability Identification (UDID) certificate. • Details of the Photo Identity Document (ID). Any one of the following Photo ID: Aadhaar ID, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport, or Voter ID. The specified Photo Id, in original, should be carried by the candidate to the examination centre. • Mode of Payment – Net banking / Debit card / Credit card / UPI details for fee payment. The application fee will be automatically determined based on the category, gender, and number of Test Papers that have been opted by the candidate. • JOAPS allows the candidate to enter the data, save a partially filled form, log out and resume filling by logging in again. The JOAPS portal is self-explanatory and user-friendly.

Can you please tell me the starting and ending date of IIT JAM application correction window?

The IIT JAM 2026 application correction window had started by October 31, 2025. And the end date was November 13, 2025. Note: The IIT JAM 2026 correction window has been closed. So, it is advised that every candidate should check the webpage regularly for the further updates. And you can also keep a track on Shiksha page for real time updates.

IIT JAM Application Form 2026: Documents Required, Steps to Download & Other Details

Admit Card - 13 Jan '26 - 14 Feb '26

Updated on Jan 19, 2026 16:51 IST

By Rakshit Prabhakar

IIT JAM 2026 application process ran from September 5, 2025, to October 20, 2025, via the JOAPS portal, which required registration, document uploads like photo, signature, and fee payment, with the JAM 2026 exam on February 15, 2026, for master's programs at IITs and other institutes.

Candidates are advised to check the website on a regular basis and not miss any new updates. And prepare well for the exam. Make a proper schedule and work on it daily and also go through the Shiksha website for timely updates. IIT JAM 2026 admit card has been released on the JOAPS portal. IIT JAM exam 2026 will be conducted on February 15, 2026, for seven papers.

The IIT Bombay closed the JAM 2026 application fee payment window on October 25, 2025.

Students must have these documents during the application process:

Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and passing certificates.
Email ID.
Active mobile phone number
Graduation mark sheets etc.

Table of contents

How to Make Modification/ Correction in IIT JAM 2026 Application Form
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
How to Fill IIT JAM Application Form 2026?
Important Documents for IIT JAM 2026 Application Form
How to Upload Documents at IIT JAM 2026 Application Form and Specifications
IIT JAM Application Fee 2026
Editable and Non Editable fields in IIT JAM 2026 Application Form
IIT JAM 2026 Application Correction Fees
FAQs on IIT JAM 2026 Application Form

How to Make Modification/ Correction in IIT JAM 2026 Application Form

IIT JAM 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IIT JAM 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
13 Jan ' 26 - 14 Feb ' 26	IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card ONGOING
15 Feb ' 26	IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day

Dates	Past Exam Dates
31 Oct ' 25 - 13 Nov ' 25	IIT JAM 2026 Application Correction Window
25 Oct ' 25	IIT JAM 2026 Application Fee
05 Sep ' 25 - 20 Sep ' 25	IIT JAM 2026 Application Process