The IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Date was January 5. The IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Date has been postponed until further notice. Students who have registered for the JAM exam can download their hall tickets soon from the official website.
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) will soon announce the admit card date on the official website. Students who successfully registered for IIT JAM 2026 will be able to download their IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket through the JOAPS portal on IIT JAM 2026 official website. The IIT JAM 2026 exam date is February 15.
Process To Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
To download the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, students need to follow this process:
- Go to IIT JAM 2026 official website - joaps.iitb.ac.in/login
- Click on JOAPS login ID.
- Enter enrollment ID and password.
- Click on the Admit Card and download the link.
- Take a clear printout for exam day use.
IIT JAM Admit Card Important Details
Students need to know about the details mentioned in the IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket:
- Name
- Roll Number
- Photo
- Test Paper Code
- Exam Date & Session Time
- Exam Centre Address
- Exam Day Instructions
IIT JAM 2026 Upcoming Dates
Students can check the important dates for IIT JAM exam 2026 from below:
| JAM 2026 Examination Schedule | Dates |
|---|---|
| IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card | Date Postponed (Earlier the date was Jan 05) |
| IIT JAM Exam Date 2026 | Feb 15, 2026 |
| IIT JAM Results 2026 | March 20, 2026 |
LIVE UPDATE
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates
- 6:16 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
What if There is a Discrepancy in IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card?
In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or his/her photograph and signature shown on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, candidates should immediately approach the IIT Bombay Help Line between 10.00 am. and 5.00 pm. IIT Bombay mentions, "In such a case, the candidate would appear in the examination with the already downloaded Admit Card.
- 6:05 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Photograph
The photograph printed on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card must be clearly visible. If the image is blurred or unclear, students should contact the authorities immediately. The IIT JAM Admit Card photograph is used to identify verification at the exam centre.
- 5:49 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Prohibited Items List
The following items are prohibited from being carried to the IIT JAM 2026 exam centre:
- Books, copies or papers of any kind.
- Mobile phones, calculators, watches or any other electronic or digital devices.
- Bags or wallets.
- 5:36 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 Exam Centre
The IIT JAM Admit card provides the details of the complete address of the exam centre along with the city details. Students are advised to visit the IIT JAM 2026 exam centre a day before the exam.
This is the list of eight zones across which IIT JAM 2026 will conduct on the given day in the table below:
IISc Bangalore Zone
IIT Bombay Zone
IIT Delhi Zone
IIT Guwahati Zone
IIT Kanpur Zone
IIT Kharagpur Zone
IIT Madras Zone
IIT Roorkee Zone
- 5:14 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Reporting Time
Candidates who have filled the IIT JAM 2026 application form successfully and are planning to appear in the JAM exam for the academic session 2026-2026 can check out the JAM 2026 shift timings from here.
IIT JAM 2026 Shift
IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timing
Duration (in hours)
Shift 1
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Three hours or 180 minutes Shift 2
2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Three hours or 180 minutes
- Passport size photograph (same as the one uploaded with the application form)
- A valid photo Id proof (Aadhaar card/ Driving Licence/ PAN Card/ Passport/ Voter Id)
- Facemask and hand gloves
- 50 ml bottle of hand sanitiser
- Transparent water bottle
- 5:02 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Exam Highlights
Students are advised to go through the following table to understand the IIT JAM 2026 exam:
Particulars Details Exam Name Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for Masters Conducting Body IIT Bombay
Exam Level Postgraduate Exam at National level Exam Frequency Once a year Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT) Exam Duration 3 hours - 5:00 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Postponed Today
The IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date has been postponed, so it is advised to kindly check the official website frequently as the date will be announced soon. Earlier, the IIT JAM 2026 admit card date was January 5.
- 4:38 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam: Check Scribes Arranged By Authorities
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. - 4:37 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Live Update: Admit Card Date Postponed
The IIT JAM 2026 Admit card date has been postponed, so students are advised to check the IIT JAM official website for the latest updates. The IIT JAM 2026 hall ticket will be announced soon on the website.
- 4:22 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Required Login Credentials
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 is an online document which acts as the hall ticket to the centre and carries candidates' personal and exam paper details. Candidates will have to log in to the exam website and download the hall ticket in PDF format.
The following are the login credentials required to download the IIT JAM admit card 2026:
- username: Name/ Mobile Number/ Application Number
- Password: Date of Birth or password set while creating the account for registration.
- 4:07 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam: Complete Time Duration
IIT JAM 2026 exam will be of three hours duration. The national-level Science entrance exam will be conducted in two sessions, which are as follows:
- Session-I (9 AM to 12 noon) for the following JAM Test Papers- Chemistry (CY), Geology (GG) and Mathematics (MA)
- Session-II (2.30 PM to 5.30 PM) for the following JAM Test Papers- Economics (EN), Biotechnology (BT), Physics (PH) and Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- 3:51 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Consequences of Bringing Prohibited Items
There have some serious consequences when bringing prohibited items to bring at IIT JAM exam centre:
Disqualification from the Exam: You can be disqualified from the exam, meaning your test could be taken away from you, and you could leave the examination room with the exam immediately invalidated.
Seizure of Items: Any prohibited item found on your person will be taken from you by the exam officials.
Possibly Criminal Action: Depending upon the item and the terms of the examination centre, in some cases bringing a prohibited item may incur some form of charges. - 3:33 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Important Instructions Brief
These are some of the important guidelines for the IIT JAM 2026 exam:
- Carry IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card in the exam centre.
- Photo ID proof like College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar-UID.
- Candidates will be allowed to sit at their allotted seat for IIT JAM 2026, 40 minutes before the exam is scheduled to start. Further, 20 minutes before the exam starts, candidates will be allowed to log in and read the exam instructions.
- 3:17 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check List of Colleges
These are the list of IIT JAM 2026 colleges that students might get admission in:
- IIT Delhi, IIT Guwahati, IIT Gandhinagar, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, IIT Patna, IIT Ropar, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, IIT (BHU) Varanasi, IIT Bhilai, IIT Palakkad, IIT Indore, IIT Bombay, IIT Roorkee, IISc Bangalore.
- 3:04 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Solve Issues During Download
In case a candidate is not able to download his/ her admit card then the Chairman JAM of the IIT/ IISc under which the first choice of test city falls may be contacted through phone/ fax/ email. However, while contacting, the candidate should provide his/ her “online enrolment ID, name, email ID, mobile number, mailing address, and city code of the desired test centre (first choice) to get information about the registration number and the name of the test centre allotted, ” informs the official website.
- 2:43 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Last Date
The IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card consists of the candidate’s name, Registration Number, Photograph, Signature, and Paper Code, along with the Name and Address of the allotted test centre. The IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket will be available for download from January 5, 2026, until the day of the examination, which is scheduled for February 15, 2026.
- 2:29 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Things Not to Carry in Exam Hall
Students are prohibited from carrying these things in the IIT JAM Examination Hall:
- Electronic Devices like smart watches, mobile phones, and bluetooth are not allowed.
- Books, notes, or written documents
- Snacks or drinks that are not water
- Do not wear items that may potentially activate a metal detector (such as rings, earrings, or any number of bracelets).
- 2:17 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Valid Photo ID Proof
Students are required to carry a valid photo in the IIT JAM examination hall:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Driving License
- Voter ID Card
- Passport
- College ID Card (with photograph)
- Any other government-issued photo ID card.
- 1:55 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Guidelines
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card has the exam day conduct rules. Students must carry the printed hall ticket along with the valid photo ID. Electronic gadgets, personal items and study materials are not permitted inside the exam hall.
- 1:37 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Mandatory Document
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card is a mandatory document for all students. Along with the hall ticket, students must carry a valid government-issued photo ID. The entry in the examination hall will be denied without the proper documents.
- 1:23 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Reporting Time
Candidates who have filled the IIT JAM 2026 application form successfully and are planning to appear in the JAM exam for the academic session 2026-2026 can check out the JAM 2026 shift timings from here.
IIT JAM 2026 Shift
IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timing
Duration (in hours)
Shift 1
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Three hours or 180 minutes Shift 2
2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Three hours or 180 minutes
- 1:10 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Soon
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card is releasing on January 5 as per the official website. Students are advised to check the website regularly for timely updates and keep their login credentials ready.
- 12:50 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Link
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) will release IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card on January 5, 2026. Students who successfully registered for IIT JAM 2026 will be able to download their IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket through the JOAPS portal on IIT JAM 2026 official website.
Click Here: IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Link - 12:32 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Important Dates
Students can check the important dates for IIT JAM exam 2026 from below:
JAM 2026 Examination Schedule Dates IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Jan 5, 2026 IIT JAM Exam Date 2026 Feb 15, 2026 IIT JAM Results 2026 March 20, 2026 - 12:14 PM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Photograph Requirements
Ensure the photograph on the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card is properly visible. It should not be blurred and should not be visible. In case of any discrepancy, it is advised to call the given number on the official website.
- 11:56 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Eligibility
Only the registered candidates are eligible to download the IIT JAM 2026 admit card. The IIT JAM admit card will be available only through the JOAPS portal. Students must log in using the enrollment ID or email ID and password given to them.
- 11:37 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
Steps To Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card 2026
Students need to know these steps to download the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card:
- Go to IIT JAM 2026 official website - joaps.iitb.ac.in/login
- Click on JOAPS login ID.
- Enter enrollment ID and password.
- Click on the Admit Card and download the link.
- Take a clear printout.
- 11:19 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Important Details
Candidates need to thoroughly go through the information on their IIT JAM admit card:
- Candidate's name
- Registration number
- Exam date and time
- Test paper name
- Test paper code
- Candidate photograph
- Candidate signature
- Exam centre address
- Parent/guardian's contact number
- Organising Chairman's Signature
- Exam day instructions
- 11:03 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
JOAPS Portal IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Status Live
The JOAPS portal for the IIT JAM 2026 exam has released the IIT JAM 2026 admit card on the portal. Students are advised to download their admit card and check all the details mentioned in it like name, exam centre, parents' name etc.
- 10:48 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Easy to Download Process
To download the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, students need to log in to the JOAPS portal, click on the admit card link, and download the PDF. Students must ensure that there is a good internet connection when they are downloading the admit card.
- 10:39 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Restricted Things in Exam Centre
The following items are restrcited from being carried to the IIT JAM 2026 exam centre:
- Books, copies or papers of any kind.
- Mobile phones, calculators, watches or any other electronic or digital devices.
- Bags or wallets.
Students should not carry these things in the IIT JAM 2026 exam hall.
- 10:26 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day Timings & Schedule
IIT JAM 2026 aspirants can check the below table for exam day shift timings:
Examination Date Session Time February 15, 2026
(Sunday)Forenoon (FN)
9.30 am to 12.30 pmAfternoon (AN)
2.30 pm to 5.30 pm - 10:15 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
Steps To Follow After Downloading IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
After downloading your IIT JAM admit card, take the following steps:
- Check All the Details
- Verify the Exam Center
- Make a Plan to Travel
- Get ready with the required documents
- 9:55 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Important Instructions To Follow
Candidates need to read the instructions present on their IIT JAM 2026 admit card:
- Aspirants need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by aspirants as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted.
- The print of the IIT JAM admit card has to be taken on A4-size paper by using a colour laser printer (preferably). After taking a printout of the admit card, candidates need to ensure that their signature and photograph are clear.
- Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are like Aadhaar card, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card etc.
- 9:36 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Download Link
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) releases the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card on January 5, 2026. Students who successfully registered for IIT JAM 2026 will be able to download their IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket through the JOAPS portal on IIT JAM 2026 official website.
Click here: IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Link
- 9:24 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam: Upcoming Dates
Students can check the important dates for IIT JAM exam 2026 from below:
JAM 2026 Examination Schedule Dates IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Jan 5, 2026 IIT JAM Exam Date 2026 Feb 15, 2026 IIT JAM Results 2026 March 20, 2026 - 9:01 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Update: Things Not To Carry in Exam Center
Students should know the mentioned things not to be carried in the IIT JAM examination Hall:
- Devices: electronic devices like mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth, and any other communication devices.
- Study materials: Books, notes, or written documents
- Food/drinks: Snacks or drinks that are not water
- Jewellery: Rings, earrings, or any number of bracelets.
- 8:38 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Discrepancy Check
In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or his/her photograph and signature shown on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, candidates should immediately approach the IIT Bombay Help Line number mentioned in the official website.
- 8:12 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Download Date
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card has been released on January 5. IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 is available for download at the JOAPS portal. Students can able to download the IIT JAM admit card 2026 by logging in to their registered account with the help of login credentials.
- 7:50 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card: Calculator Use in Examination Hall
As per IIT JAM 2026 admit card, physical calculators are not allowed inside the exam hall. Students can only use the virtual calculator provided on the computer screen during the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- 7:05 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 Exam Instructions
Students need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by students as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted. Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are- College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar card.
- 6:52 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026: About Candidate Category
The candidate category submitted during registration will be mentioned on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card. Students should verify that the correct category appears on the hall ticket should be correct.
- 6:35 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card Exam Centre Address
The IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card includes the complete address of the address of the alloted exam centre. Students are advised to read the location details properly and then plan the travel accordingly.
- 5:07 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Details To Check in Admit Card
Candidates need to thoroughly go through the information on their IIT JAM admit card:
- Candidate's name
- Registration number
- Exam date and time
- Test paper name
- Test paper code
- Candidate photograph
- Candidate signature
- Exam centre address
- Parent/guardian's contact number
- Organising Chairman's Signature
- Exam day instructions
- 3:04 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Procedure To Download
Candidates can follow this advice to download their admit card for the IIT JAM 2026 exam:
Open the IIT JAM 2026 official website: https://jam2026.iitb.ac.in/, Click on the JOAPS admit card. Solve the given arithmetic expression and click on the submit button. Check the declaration box, then enter your signature and click on the Admit Card" button. - 1:18 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Schedule
Students can read about the IIT JAM 2026 exam schedule:
Date
Session
Time
Test Paper Code
15th February 2026
Forenoon
9:30 am to 12:30 pm
CY, GG and MA
Afternoon
2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
BT, EN, MS and PH
- 12:02 AM IST• 5 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card: Check JAM Test Papers
There are seven test papers for which IIT JAM 2026 will be conducted:
- Biotechnology (BT)
- Chemistry (CY)
- Economics (EN)
- Geology (GG)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- Physics (PH)
- 11:49 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Things to Carry in Centre
IIT JAM 2026 admit card is important but you should also take these documents and things to the venue:
Any government-issued original photo card like PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, Ration Card, Passport, etc.)
Please carry the following objects to the centre:
- one small sanitiser bottle
- one mask
- one transparent water bottle for drinking water
- one transparent pen (Blue/Black)
- 11:29 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026: Acceptable Photograph Identifications
You are required to carry a valid photo ID for the IIT JAM examination 2026. Usually, the photo IDs are as follows:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Driving License
- Voter ID Card
- Passport
- College ID Card (with photograph)
- Any other government-issued photo ID card.
Carry original one having matching details with your admit card.
- 11:17 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026: Exam Seat Guidelines
Candidates will be allowed to sit at their allotted seat for IIT JAM 2026, 40 minutes before the exam is scheduled to start. Further, 20 minutes before the exam starts, candidates will be allowed to log in and read the exam instructions.
- 10:58 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026: Rough Work Instruction
Candidates are advised against carrying any charts/tables/papers to their IIT JAM 2026 exam hall. For rough work, aspirants will be provided with scribble pads. Candidates need to write their names and registration numbers on the scribble pad before using it. When the exam ends, the scribble pad has to be returned to the invigilator.
- 10:31 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM JOAPS Portal
JOAPS stands for JAM Online Application Portal System. IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card will be released tomorrow on January 5, 2026. Interested applicants of the JAM 2026 examination can visit the official website of IIT JAM 2026 for the latest updates.
- 10:12 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Attendance Protocol
Attendance for IIT JAM 2026 will be recorded digitally at the exam centre. Students must ensure that they are present during attendance marking. Leaving the exam hall during attendance procedures will result in incomplete records.
- 9:54 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026: Exam Language
The IIT JAM 2026 hall ticket confirms that the examination will be conducted in English Only. Students should note this instruction carefully and prepare accordingly. Students should note that no language change will be entertained.
- 9:36 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Signature Check
The student's signature printed on the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card should be clearly visible. In case the signature appears unclear, then students need to download the Admit Card again and reprint it.
- 9:14 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Download Window
Students should note that the IIT JAM 2026 admit card download window will remain open only through the official portal. It is advised to download the hall ticket early to avoid server issues. Once the admit card is downloaded, students should download the PDF.
- 8:57 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: JAM Exam Duration
The IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card mentions the total duration of the examination along with the starting and ending times. Students must remain seated for the entire time duration, which is 3 hours.
- 8:39 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Exam Sessions & Subjects
Students must check the IIT JAM 2026 exam session & timings:
IIT JAM Exam Day
Session & Time
Subjects
15-Feb-2026
Session-I
9.30 AM to 12.30 PM
Chemistry, Geology and Mathematics
Session-II
2.30 PM to 5.30 PM
Economics, Biotechnology, Physics and Mathematical Statistics
- 8:26 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Dress Code
Though there is no strict dress code, students appearing for the IIT JAM 2026 exam are advised to wear simple clothing as mentioned in the admit card guidelines. Students should avoid wearing clothes with metal accessories or heavy layers to ensure a smooth security check.
- 8:15 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Update: Exam Instructions
All exam-related instructions will be printed on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, and students must follow the seating arrangements, exam start rules, and exit procedures mentioned in the admit card. If a student ignores any of the instructions, then they have to face a penalty and even cancellation of the candidature.
- 7:59 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card: Virtual Calculator Rule
As per the instructions printed on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, physical calculators are not allowed inside the exam hall. Students can only use the virtual calculator provided on the computer screen during the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- 7:41 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Date & Timings
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card will be released on January 5. IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 will be available for download at the JOAPS portal. Students will be able to download the IIT JAM admit card 2026 by logging in to their registered account with the help of login credentials.
- 7:25 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Steps After Downloading
After downloading your IIT JAM admit card, take the following steps:
- Verify Your Details
- Locate Your Exam Center
- Plan Your Travel
- Gather Required Documents
- 7:10 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card?
Students can follow these steps to download their IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card:
- Candidates can follow this advice to download their admit card for the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- Open the IIT JAM 2026 official website: https://jam2026.iitb.ac.in/.
- Click on the JOAPS admit card. Solve the given arithmetic expression and click on the submit button
- Check the declaration box, then enter your signature and click on the "Download Admit Card" button.
- 6:46 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
Non-permissible Items at IIT JAM 2025 Exam Centre
The following items or objects will not be allowed to be carried to the IIT JAM 2026 exam centres.
- Stationery items such as test-based material (written/printed), papers, notes, Pencil box, pouches, geometry box, pen, scale/ruler, eraser, etc.
- Electronic devices such as calculators, cameras, electronic pens, scanners, etc.
- Accessories such as bags, belts, caps, goggles, wallets, etc.
- Devices used for communication, such as mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth, fitness bands, earphones, pager, etc.
- Eatables (packed or home-cooked), thermos, etc.
- 6:24 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
Items Need To Carry at IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centres
These are the items needed to carry in the IIT JAM 2026 examination hall:
- IIT JAM 2026 admit card
- Valid photo identification card
- Copies of passport-size photos (few)
- Transparent water bottle
- 50 ml hand sanitiser bottle
- Fruits or medicines (only for diabetic candidates)
Candidates should arrive early before the start time of the exam to allow for enough time to check in and complete the security processes.
- 6:01 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Login Credential Details
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 is an online document which acts as the hall ticket to the centre and carries candidates' personal and exam paper details. Candidates will have to log in to the exam website and download the hall ticket in PDF format.
The following are the login credentials required to download the IIT JAM admit card 2026:
- username: Name/ Mobile Number/ Application Number
- Password: Date of Birth or password set while creating the account for registration.
- 5:38 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 Exam Entry Rules
Aspirants need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by aspirants as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted. Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are:
- College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar card.
- 5:21 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Photo ID Requirement
Students appearing for IIT JAM 2026 must carry a valid original photo ID along with the admit card. Accepted IDs will be Aadhar Card, PAN card, voter ID, passport, or driving license.
- 5:06 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Compulsory Document
After downloading, candidates need to take a printout of the IIT JAM admit card and carry it to the allotted exam centre along with an original copy of a valid ID proof. It may be noted that candidates not carrying their admit card or ID proof at the time of the exam will not be allowed to appear for the exam.
- 4:45 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Timings Details
The reporting time for IIT JAM 2026 examination will be mentioned on the admit card. Students must reach the exam centre before the reporting time to complete the necessary security and verification procedures.
- 4:27 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card: Importance in Counselling
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card may be required during the IIT JAM 2026 counselling session after the commencement of the exam. Students are advised to preserve the hall ticket with them even after the IIT JAM 2026 exam is over.
- 4:03 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Available Online
IIT Bombay has made the IIT JAM 2026 admit card available online for all the registered candidates. Students must log in using their enrollment ID and password to download the hall ticket. Students should verify all the information present in the admit card.
- 3:37 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card Download Steps
To download the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card, students can follow these steps:
- Go to IIT JAM 2026 website.
- Click on JOAPS admit card and select the submit button.
- Enter the credentials and click on the "Download Admit Card" button.
- 3:20 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
JAM 2026 Admit Card Verification
After downloading the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card, students must verify their name, roll number, photograph, test paper and exam centre details. If there is any issue student should report it to the managing authority.
- 3:01 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Update
IIT JAM 2026 hall ticket will release the admit card tomorrow for all the registered candidates. The IIT JAM 2026 admit card will have important instructions, exam timings and centre details. Entry to the examination hall will be strictly based on the admit card and a valid photo ID.
- 2:35 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Live: Exam Pattern Highlights
This table of the IIT JAM 2026 exam pattern and question paper structure:
Feature
Details
Mode of Exam
Conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration
3 hours (Single-Sitting)
Language
English
Question Styles
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
Subject Offered
Biotechnology(BT), Chemistry(CY), Geology(GG), Economics (EN), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), Physics (PH)
Total Questions
60
Maximum Marks
100
- 2:20 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Update: Entry to the Examination Hall
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket will release their admit card tomorrow for all the registered candidates. The IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card will have important instructions, exam timings, and exam centre details. Entry to the examination hall will be strictly based on the admit card and a valid photo ID.
- 1:59 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
Important Guidelines for IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket
Candidates need to read the instructions present on their admit card for the IIT JAM exam very carefully.
- Aspirants need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by aspirants as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted. Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are- College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar-UID.
- The print of the IIT JAM admit card has to be taken on A4-size paper by using a colour laser printer (preferably). After taking a printout of the admit card, candidates need to ensure that their signature and photograph are clear.
- 1:37 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Pattern of Question Paper
Students need to about the number of questions and total marks in IIT JAM 2026 Question Paper
Section Question Numbers Marks per Question Number of Questions Total Marks Section-A Q.1 – Q.10 1 10 10 Section-A Q.11 – Q.30 2 20 40 Section B Q.31 - Q.40 2 10 20 Section C Q.41 - Q.50 1 10 10 Section C Q.51 - Q.60 2 10 20 - 1:19 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket Overview
The IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 will consist of IIT JAM exam centre details like venue, shift timings, and reporting timings. Those candidates who will not carry the IIT JAM 2026 admit card to the examination centre will not be allowed to appear for the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- 1:01 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Year-Wise Date Trends
For 202,6 IIT Bombay is the conducting authority. IIT JAM has consistently been held in February, with the IIT JAM 2026 exam scheduled for February 15, while the results are typically announced in the month of March. The organizing institute is yearly, as seen earlier with IIT Guwahati, IIT Madras, and IIT Delhi.
- 12:42 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Important Events
Students who want to appear for IIT JAM 2026 exam should know about the upcoming JAM dates to check relevant events:
Upcoming Events Exam Dates IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card January 5, 2026 IIT JAM Exam Date 2026 February 15, 2026 IIT JAM Results 2026 March 20, 2026 IIT JAM Cut Off March 2026 IIT JAM 2026 Counselling Process April 2026 - 12:25 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Marking Scheme
Number of questions and marks allotted in IIT JAM 2026 exam:
Section
No. of Questions
Marks for each correct answer
A
10 MCQs
1 mark each (1/3 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer)
20 MCQs
2 marks each (2 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer)
B
10 MSQs
2 marks each
C
10 NAT Questions
1 mark each
10 NAT Questions
2 marks each
- 12:11 PM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Update: Look at JAM Exam Pattern
This table has a clear overview of the IIT JAM 2026 exam pattern and question paper structure:
Feature
Details
Mode of Exam
Conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration
3 hours (Single-Sitting)
Language
English
Question Styles
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
Subject Offered
Biotechnology(BT), Chemistry(CY), Geology(GG), Economics (EN), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), Physics (PH)
Total Questions
60
Maximum Marks
100
- 11:52 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Exam Date & Timings
Students must check the IIT JAM 2026 exam session & timings:
IIT JAM Exam Day
Session & Time
JAM Test Papers
15-Feb-2026
Session-I
9.30 AM to 12.30 PM
Chemistry (CY), Geology (GG) and Mathematics (MA)
Session-II
2.30 PM to 5.30 PM
Economics (EN), Biotechnology (BT), Physics (PH) and Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- 11:34 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Exam Centre Zones
There will be 8 zones in which IIT JAM 2026 exam will be conducted on the exam day:
- IISc Bangalore Zone
- IIT Bombay Zone
- IIT Delhi Zone
- IIT Guwahati Zone
- IIT Kanpur Zone
- IIT Kharagpur Zone
- IIT Madras Zone
- IIT Roorkee Zone
- 11:17 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Further Steps After Downloading
After downloading the admit card of IIT JAM 2026:
- Take at least two colour printouts of your admit card on A4-size paper.
- Check all the information printed on your admit card for any discrepancies.
- Paste your photograph in the designated space. Do not sign the admit card at home.
- Get your admit card signed by your parents or guardians.
- If you find any errors in the information printed on your admit card, immediately contact the IIT Bombay Helpline between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
- 11:04 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 Exam Day Rules & Regulations
The IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket will list important exam day rules. Students must strictly adhere to instructions regarding:
- Dress code
- Electronic Gadgets
- Rough Sheets to avoid disqualification
Students must read the important instructions mentioned in the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card.
- 10:49 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: How to Check Discrepancy
In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or his/her photograph and signature shown on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card.
Students should immediately approach the IIT Bombay Help Line. But students should not be worried, as they can take their already downloaded admit card to the IIT JAM 2026 examination centre.
- 10:32 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Hall Ticket: Details Mentioned on the Admit Card
The information present on the IIT JAM 2026 hall ticket is as mentioned below:
- Student's name
- Registration number
- Exam date and time
- Test paper name
- Test paper code
- Student photograph
- Student signature
- Exam centre address
- Parent/guardian's contact number
- Exam day instructions
- 10:13 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card: Tips To Download
To download the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card, students need to follow these tips:
Visit the site IIT JAM.
- Click on the admit card download tab.
- Log in with registration credentials such as email address and password.
- Provide the arithmetic expression answer.
- Click the agreement checkbox and provide the virtual signature.
- Download the IIT JAM 2026 admit card.
- 10:01 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Date Live Updates
IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 will be available on January 5, 2026. The IIT JAM 2026 admit card will be accessible only to students who have completed the IIT JAM 2026 application form. Only one day left for the IIT JAM 2026 hall ticket to be released.
- 9:41 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Important Features
The following table provides an overview of the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
Specifications Details Exam Name Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for Masters Conducting Body IIT Bombay
Exam Level Postgraduate Exam at National level Exam Frequency Once a year Mode of Exam Computer-Based Test (CBT) Total Number of Applicants One lakh (approx)- as per previous year's trend Courses Offered Through Entrance Exam MSc and Integrated PhD Exam Duration 3 hours Number of Papers and Total Marks Seven papers in total with 100 marks each Total Number of Questions 60 Marking Scheme Differential marking scheme carrying 1 mark and 2 marks Language/Medium of Questions English Colleges Accepting IIT JAM Scores IITs, IISc Bangalore, NITs and CFTIs - 9:23 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Important Documents To Carry
The IIT JAM 2026 Admit card is a mandatory document to carry in the examination hall. Students also need to carry a valid photo ID proof, such as an Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, voter ID, or driving license, to the IIT JAM 2026 examination centre.
- 9:01 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Important Instructions
These are a few important instructions in the IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card:
Aspirants need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by aspirants as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted. Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are- College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar-UID.
- 8:38 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
Things Allowed To Carry in IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centre
These are some of the things that need to be carried in the IIT JAM 2026 examination hall:
- IIT JAM 2026 admit card
- Photo identification card
- Passport-size photos
- Transparent water bottle
- 50 ml hand sanitiser bottle
- 8:20 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date & Timings
Students need to know about the IIT JAM 2026 exam date and timings:
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date: Feb 15, 2026 (Sunday)
Two Sessions: Forenoon (FN) & Afternoon (AN)
IIT JAM Exam Timings: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm & 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
- 7:29 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Live Updates: Check Exam Centre Zones
There will be eight zones across which IIT JAM 2026 will be conducted on the exam day:
- IISc Bangalore Zone
- IIT Bombay Zone
- IIT Delhi Zone
- IIT Guwahati Zone
- IIT Kanpur Zone
- IIT Kharagpur Zone
- IIT Madras Zone
- IIT Roorkee Zone
- 6:08 AM IST• 4 Jan 2026
What To Do If there Is A Discrepancy in IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card?
Students should immediately contact to the IIT Bombay Help Line between 10.00 am. and 5.00 pm. But students need not worry about the possibility of not being allowed inside the IIT JAM exam centre.
Apart from IIT JAM 2026 admit card, candidates must carry these documents to exam centre:
Scribes were arranged for those PwD candidates who had requested to be provided with a scribe at the time of application.
Qualification of the scribe arranged by test centre will NOT be more than the minimum eligibility criteria of JAM 2026. However, the qualification of the scribe is be matriculation (10th) or above. If there are Y candidates who require a 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.
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