What happens when a candidate chooses Accept and Freeze or Accept with Upgrade in the IIT JAM counselling process?

When a candidate chooses to accept and freeze or accept with an upgrade decision for the first time, the applicant will be directed to the portal of the booking fee of INR 15,000 - this is for the general/OBC-NCL/EWS category, and INR 7,500 for the SC/ST/PwD category.

What should I do after checking the IIT JAM counselling admission list?

If you are offered a seat, you will have options like "Accept and Freeze," "Accept with Upgrade," or "Reject and Quit".

What is the reallocation rule for unfilled seats in BS programme offered at IIT Madras?

The following rules for reallocation of seats will be applicable in every round of seat allocation: Unfilled OPEN PwD category seats for an academic program will be reallocated and treated as OPEN category seats for allocation. Unfilled GEN EWS PwD category seats for an academic program will be reallocated and treated as GEN-EWS category seats for allocation. Unfilled OBC NCL PwD category seats for an academic program will be reallocated and treated as OBC-NCL category seats for allocation. Unfilled SC PwD category seats for an academic programme will be reallocated and treated as SC category seats for allocation. Unfilled ST PwD category seats for an academic programme will be reallocated and treated as ST category seats for allocation.

How can I check IIT JAM counselling date?

The authority will announce the IIT JAM 2026 counselling dates online. Candidates can check the counselling dates to know the schedule for registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to college.

What is the eligibility criteria for filling out the IIT JAM Counselling form?

Below is eligibility criteria required by candidates for filling out IIT JAM 2026 Counselling application form: • Candidates should have passed an undergraduate degree or should be currently studying in their final year of undergraduate programme. • Candidates promoted without a marksheet should produce a certificate stating the subjects studied in that semester/year duly signed by the Head of the Institute. • Foreign nationals with Indian degree are eligible to apply, subject to policy of the Admitting Institute

What is the minimum eligibility requirement for the IIT JAM Counselling process?

Minimum Educational Qualifications (MEQs): Each programme has its own set of Minimum Educational Qualifications, which specify the essential subjects to be studied during Bachelor's Degree. The MEQs and seat matrix for various programmes at the Admitting Institutes are listed in a consolidated table. Verification of Minimum Educational Qualifications (MEQs) and the Eligibility Requirements (ERs) for admission is the prerogative of the Admitting Institute only and the Organizing Institute will not respond to any queries in this regard.

Where can I check IIT JAM 2026 opening and closing rank?

The authority will release the IIT JAM opening and closing ranks 2026 online at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Candidates whose rank in IIT JAM is within the opening and closing ranks are eligible for admission to the participating institutes.

When will IIT JAM 2026 counselling registration start?

The authority will announce the IT JAM counselling date 2026 online. Candidates with a valid JAM score can participate in the counselling process. IIT JAM counselling process comprises registration, choice filling, seat allotment, seat acceptance and reporting to the allotted institutes.

IIT JAM Counselling 2026: Check Admission List & Documents required for Admission Process

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Result - 20 Mar '26

Updated on Jan 14, 2026 18:31 IST

By Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

IIT JAM 2026 counselling process is likely to be held in April 2026; only the qualified students will be able to attend the counselling. Students are advised to go through the website for the latest updates and always verify the dates on the official website of IIT JAM 2026 portal. IIT JAM 2026 qualified students will need to log in to the JOAPS portal & register for the JAM 2026 counselling process by paying the fee of INR 750. (non-refundable)

JAM 2026 qualified candidates need to log in to the JOAPS portal and register for the counselling process by paying a non-refundable fee of INR 750.

IIT JAM 2026 exam will be held on February 15, 2026, to get admissions to master's degree and integrated PhD programmes in MSc and MS. JAM 2026 provisional answer key is expected to come in February 2026. IIT JAM 2026 results will be announced on March 20, 2026.

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