IIT JAM Exam Analysis 2026 (OUT): Check Subject-wise JAM Paper Analysis (Slot 1 & 2), Difficulty Level, Weightage
Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for MSc 2026 ( IIT JAM )
Opening and Closing of Withdrawal Option
3 Jun '26 - 3 Jul '26
IIT JAM 2026 exam analysis is available now. IIT JAM 2026 exam analysis is based on students' and experts' reactions. This analysis covers the JAM exam 2026 overall difficulty level, distributions of questions, and high-weightage topics. IIT JAM exam analysis 2026 also helps in understanding the expected cutoff based on paper difficulty.
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay conducted the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) on February 15, 2026, in two sessions for three hours. IIT JAM 2026 was moderate to difficult level. Check the page for details analysis of IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- IIT JAM Exam 2026 Analysis
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Pattern
- IIT JAM 2026 Marking Scheme
- IIT JAM 2026: Highlights
- IIT JAM 2026 Analysis FAQs
IIT JAM Exam 2026 Analysis
As IIT Bombay is the examination conducting body of the JAM 2026 exam, candidates go through the following analysis on the overall exam difficulty level is on a moderate level. Conceptual questions were asked in the exam where the candidate's analytical and abstract thinking of the applied subject was put to the test.
IIT JAM Chemistry Subject Analysis
The chemistry paper was conducted in the morning shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Based on students' reaction the overall difficulty level was easy to moderate. The paper was lengthy, according to a few students. Questions were mostly direct but time-consuming. MCQs were doable. The topics wise dificulty level is provided below.
Physical Chemistry difficulty level
This section of chemistry was difficult and lengthy. Calculative question, but formulas-based. Questions were based on first order kinetics, quantum chemistry LMCT energy.
Inorganic Chemistry difficulty level
This section was easy to moderate. Questions were easy to moderate. Questions were based on Coordination chemistry, Diborane reaction, and bond angle questions.
Inorganic Chemistry difficulty level
This part was of moderate to tough level. Also, less scoring compared to organic.
IIT JAM 2026 Chemistry: Subject Weightage
The IIT JAM chemistry subject-wise weightage and difficulty level are as follows:
| Topics | Weightage | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Chemistry | 35 | Moderate |
| Organic Chemistry | 35 | Moderate to Tough |
| Inorganic Chemistry | 30 | Tough |
| Overall | 100 | Moderate to Tough |
IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Subject Weightage and Difficulty Level
According to the students' reactions Maths paper was calculative and difficult. 2 question were based on binomial and 2 on permutation. 4 questions were of a moderately difficult level in MSQs. The cutoff for IIT JAM Maths is expected to be between 12 and 14.5.
| Sections |
Number of Questions |
Difficulty level |
|---|---|---|
| Section A |
10 |
Difficult |
| 20 |
||
| Section B |
10 |
Moderate to Difficult |
| Section C |
10 |
Moderate to Difficult
|
| 10 |
||
| Overall |
|
IIT JAM 2026 Physics Analysis
- According to the students, Physics was tough compared to other subjects. Questions were based on conceptual depth and numerical intensity.
- NAT section was tough. It required calculations and conceptual understanding.
- Physics question were based on Modern Physics, Quantum Physics, LCR circuits, Thermodynamics, Optics, Polarisation, DC, Co-ordination system, vector analysis and spatial reasoning, transistor, electronics, zener diode, and opaque.
- Students with basic concepts, strong preparation, and time management can score good marks.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Analysis: Geology Subject Difficulty Level
The IIT JAM 2026 Geology section-wise difficulty is as follows:
| Section |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| Section A |
Easy to moderate |
| Section B |
Easy to moderate |
| Section C |
Easy to moderate |
| Overall |
Moderate |
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Pattern
The table below brings the structure of the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
| Section |
Type of Questions |
No of Question |
|---|---|---|
| A |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Each question has four choices with one correct answer. |
30 |
| B |
Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) Each question has four choices with one or more correct answers. |
10 |
| C |
Numerical Answer Type (NAT) The answer for each question is a signed real number that needs to be entered using the virtual numeric keypad on the monitor. No choices will be shown for these questions. |
20 |
| Total |
60 |
|
IIT JAM 2026 Marking Scheme
Number of questions and the corresponding marks allotted to them are as listed in the table below:
| Section |
No. of Questions |
Marks for Each Correct Answer |
|---|---|---|
| A |
10 MCQs |
1 mark each |
| 20 MCQs |
2 marks each |
|
| B |
10 MSQs |
2 marks each |
| C |
10 NAT Questions |
1 mark each |
| 10 NAT Questions |
2 marks each |
The negative marking scheme is as follows:
Section A: For each wrong answer to a one-mark question, 1/3 mark is deducted. On the other hand, for each wrong answer to two-mark questions, 2/3 marks will be deducted. There is no negative marking for any questions left unanswered.
Section B: There is no negative marking in this section. Also, there is no partial marking provision in this section.
Section C: There is no negative marking in this section, as well.
It is expected that the pattern and difficulty level of the exam will be similar to last year. IIT JAM 2026 analysis for subjects and student reactions will be provided on this page after each session. Till then, candidates can go through last year IIT JAM analysis to get an overview of the exam.
IIT JAM 2026: Highlights
Below are the important details about the exam.
| Particulars |
Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam |
Online (Computer-based mode) |
| Duration |
3 Hours |
| Language of Paper |
English |
| Subjects |
Biotechnology (BL), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), and Physics (PH) |
| Type of Questions |
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) and Numerical Answer Type (NAT) |
| Number of Questions |
60 |
| Total Marks |
100 |
IIT JAM 2026 Analysis FAQs
Here are some frequenlty asked questions on IIT JAM 2026 exam analysis:
Students can check the experience of previous year students who gave IIT JAM exam:
Khushi: IIT JAM Biotechnology exam difficulty level was moderate. In Biology questions from Immunology, Genetics, Recombinant DNA Technology topics were asked. In sections, i.e., NAT, both from physics and mathematics questions were asked. Section A and B was comparatively easy than Section C.
Sudarshan: IIT JAM Economics subject exam difficulty level was easier than last year. Some direct questions were asked from liquidity preference money supply and few were asked from consumer and supplier chain product.
As of previous year, the Biotechnology paper was also of moderate to tough difficulty level. A few questions were direct and easy to answer. Molecular Biology and Cell Biology had the maximum number of questions. A few questions were really easy to answer while some required theoretical knowledge. Molecular Biology and Cell Biology had the maximum number of questions.
The exam difficulty level as compared from previous year was easy, however, the questions came this year were quite lengthy. NAT type questions took longer time to solve. In macroeconomics, ISLM had the maximum weightage and many questions were there on matrices. The IIT JAM Economics cut off will be higher than last year cut off.
Caniddates can go through the JAM subject wise cut off from here:
| Subject | Cut-Off Marks | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GEN | OBC-NCL / EWS | SC / ST / PwD | |
| Biotechnology (BT) | 44.46 | 40.01 | 22.23 |
| Chemistry (CY) | 25.38 | 22.84 | 12.69 |
| Economics (EN) | 24.64 | 22.17 | 12.32 |
| Mathematics (MA) | 11.22 | 10.09 | 5.61 |
| Mathematical Statistics (MS) | 23.03 | 20.72 | 11.51 |
| Geology (GG) | 33.09 | 29.78 | 16.54 |
| Physics (PH) | 19.63 | 17.66 | 9.81 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
With a JAM 2026 Biotechnology score of 61.67 and AIR 310, here's a realistic picture of your daughter's admission chances:
IITs
- Top IITs (Delhi, Bombay, Kharagpur, Madras)
- Cutoffs usually close around AIR 100–200.
- At rank 310, admission here is unlikely.
- Mid-tier IITs (Roorkee, Guwahati, BHU, Hyderabad)
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, BSc students are eligible for IIT JAM 2026. They have to complete their graduation or must be in the final year of graduation while applying for JAM. Admisison is offered to 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 Int
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Students who have a score above the JAM qualifying cutoff and are mentioned in the merit list can apply for the counselling process. The counselling will be held online. JAM counselling schedules are available online.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
IIT JAM 2026 counselling will be held in four rounds, followed by an additional round. Students need to fill the form at the JOAPS portal to participate in the JAM counselling process.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The authority has released the JAM qualifying marks online. Candidates can check cutoff to know the minimum passing marks in each paper. IIT JAM qualifying marks for Economics are mentioned below.
- GEN -40.63
- OBC-NCl / EWs -36.56
- SC/ST/PwD - 20.31
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
IIT JAM 2026 cutoff was released on March 21, 2026. Candidates can check the cutoff at official website. This is the qualifying cutoff. Candidates who score above the IIT JAM qualifying cutoff can participate in the counselling process.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
IIT JAM 2026 qualifying cutoff for GEN category vary category wise. Check the table for the JAM qualifying cutoff subject-wise.
Subject Name | GEN Cutoff |
Biotechnology | 42.3 |
Chemistry | 18.65 |
Economics | 40.63 |
Geology | 25.98 |
Mathematics | 12.65 |
Mathematics Statistics | 13.33 |
Physics | 12.04 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Below is the qualifying cutoff for IIT JAM OBC category.
Subject Name | OBC (NCL) / EWS |
Biotechnology | 38.07 |
Chemistry | 16.78 |
Economics | 36.56 |
Geology | 23.38 |
Mathematics | 11.38 |
Mathematics Statistics | 11.99 |
Physics | 10.83 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Based on past years exam analysis, IIT JAM is moderately difficult. The questions in the JAM exam are conceptually based. Candidates need to keep their concepts clear and practice JAM question papers regularly for better performance in the exam.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
IIT JAM counselling process is mentioned below.
- Go to IIT JAM 20266 website
- Click on the JOAPS portal
- Click on counselling link
- Fill the form, choose the preference order
- Pay the fees
- Submit the form
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Contributor-Level 10
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My daughter scored 61.67 in JAM Biotechnology and het AIR is 310, what is her realistic chance of getting into IITs and NITs?