IIT JAM 2026 exam was conducted on February 15, 2026, for admissions to MSc and Integrated PhD programmes offered by IITs and other result-sharing institutes. Go through the number of seats available for MSc course admissions at all participating institutes accepting JAM scores.
JAM eligibility criteria 2026 is such that candidates need to clear their graduation with at least 55 percent aggregate marks in relevant subject areas. The test pattern of the IIT JAM exam is designed in such a way that aspirants need to attempt 60 questions in three hours duration. Earlier, this national-level science entrance exam was conducted for six subjects. However, the IIT-JAM 2026 exam is conducted in a total of seven test papers.
- IIT JAM 2026 Test Paper and Test Paper Code
- List of Colleges Accepting IIT JAM Scores
- IIT JAM 2026 Course Wise Seat Matrix
- IIT JAM 2026: List of Result Sharing Institutes for PhD Course
IIT JAM 2026 Test Paper and Test Paper Code
The list of test papers along with test codes are mentioned in the table below:
| JAM 2026 Test Paper |
JAM Test Code |
|---|---|
| Economics |
EN |
| Mathematics |
MA |
| Physics |
PH |
| Mathematical Statistics |
MS |
| Chemistry |
CY |
| Geology |
GG |
| Biotechnology |
BT |
List of Colleges Accepting IIT JAM Scores
In the table below, aspirants can go through the courses in which admissions are offered based on IIT JAM scores/ ranks, along with the seats available in each participating institute.
| Institute | Academic Programme (Code) | Total |
|
IIT Bhilai
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2801) | 25 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics & Computing (2802) | 25 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2803) | 25 | |
|
IIT Bhubaneswar
|
Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Chemistry (1901) | 25 |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Geology (1904) | 25 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences (1905) | 12 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Mathematics (1902) | 24 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences (1905) | 4 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Physics (1903) | 27 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Atmosphere & Ocean Sciences (1905) | 8 | |
|
IIT Bombay
|
M.Sc. in Biotechnology (1204) @ | 35 |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Environmental Science and Engineering (1213) | 3 | |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry (1205) | 57 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Energy Science and Engineering (1212) | 9 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Environmental Science and Engineering (1213) | 5 | |
| M.Sc. in Applied Geology (1201) | 38 | |
| M.Sc. in Statistics (1203) | 48 | |
| M.Sc. in Operations Research (1214) | 7 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1206) | 38 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Energy Science and Engineering (1212) | 4 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Environmental Science and Engineering (1213) | 2 | |
| M.Sc. in Operations Research (1214) | 8 | |
| M.Sc. in Applied Geophysics (1202) | 20 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1207) | 60 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Energy Science and Engineering (1212) | 9 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Environmental Science and Engineering (1213) | 2 | |
|
IIT Delhi
|
M.Sc. in Biological Sciences (1305) | 11 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry (1301) | 68 | |
| M.Sc. in Biological Sciences (1305) | 9 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1304) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1302) | 68 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1303) | 68 | |
|
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2601) | 66 |
| M.Sc.(Tech.) in Applied Geology (2604)$ | 66 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics & Computing (2602) | 55 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2603) | 55 | |
| M.Sc.(Tech.) in Applied Geophysics (2605)$ | 55 | |
|
IIT Dharwad
|
M.Sc. in Molecular Medicine (3304) | 15 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry (3301) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (3302) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (3303) | 15 | |
|
IIT Gandhinagar
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2001) | 45 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2002) | 45 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2003) | 45 | |
|
IIT Goa
|
M.Sc. in Mathematics (3401) | 6 |
| M.Sc. in Physics (3402) | 6 | |
|
IIT Guwahati
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (1401) | 60 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics & Computing (1402) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1404) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1403) | 60 | |
|
IIT Hyderabad
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2101) | 40 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics/ Mathematics & Computing (2102) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2103) | 40 | |
|
IIT Indore
|
M.Sc. in Biotechnology (2204) | 15 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry (2201) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2203) | 20 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2202) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Astronomy (2205) | 15 | |
|
IIT Jammu
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (3201) | 20 |
| M.Sc. in Physics (3202) | 20 | |
|
IIT Jodhpur
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2401) | 30 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2402) | 30 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2403) | 30 | |
|
IIT Kanpur
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (1501) | 49 |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Chemistry (1507) | 20 | |
| Integrated Ph.D. in Sustainable Energy Engineering (1508) (Minimum 6 Years) | 5 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1506) | 24 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1502) | 49 | |
| M.Sc. in Statistics (1504) | 62 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1506) | 16 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1503) | 38 | |
| M.Sc.‐Ph.D.Dual Degree in Physics (1505) | 20 | |
| Integrated Ph.D. in Sustainable Energy Engineering (1508) (Minimum 6 Years) | 15 | |
|
IIT Kharagpur
|
Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Chemistry (1601) | 57 |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Geology (1602) | 38 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Geophysics (1605) | 15 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Mathematics (1603) | 38 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Physics (1604) | 59 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Geophysics (1605) | 15 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Medical Physics (1606) | 10 | |
| Joint M.Sc.‐ Ph.D. in Nuclear Medicine (1607) | 10 | |
|
IIT Madras
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (1701) | 67 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1702) | 49 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1703) | 54 | |
|
IIT Mandi
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (3101) | 15 |
| M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics (3102) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (3103) | 15 | |
| Integrated‐ Ph.D (I-PhD) in Physics (3104) (6 years) | 8 | |
|
IIT Palakkad
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2901) | 21 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2902) | 21 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2903) | 21 | |
|
IIT Patna
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2501) | 25 |
| Integrated M.Sc.-PhD Dual Degree in Chemistry (2504) (10-12 semesters) # | 5 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2502) | 25 | |
| Integrated M.Sc.-PhD Dual Degree in Mathematics (2505) (10-12 semesters) # | 5 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2503) | 25 | |
| Integrated M.Sc.-PhD Dual Degree in Physics (2506) (10-12 semesters) # | 5 | |
|
IIT Roorkee
|
M.Sc. in Biosciences and Bioengineering (1806) | 35 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry (1802) | 44 | |
| M.Sc. in Polymer Science (1807) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1803) | 13 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1803) | 11 | |
| M.Sc. in Economics (1803) | 4 | |
| M.Sc. in Applied Geology (1801) | 19 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (1804) | 40 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (1805) | 30 | |
|
IIT Ropar
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2302) | 25 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (2301) | 25 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2303) | 25 | |
|
IIT Tirupati
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (3002) | 25 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics (3004) | 10 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics & Statistics (3001) | 15 | |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics & Statistics (3001) | 5 | |
| M.Sc. in Physics (3003) | 20 | |
|
IIT (BHU)Varanasi
|
M.Sc. in Chemistry (2701) | 25 |
| M.Sc. in Physics (2702) | 25 |
After the declaration of IIT JAM 2026 result, IIT JAM 2026 score will also be used by other centrally funded technical institutes like IISc, NITs, IIEST Shibpur, SLIET Punjab and IISERs for admission to their programmes. In the table below, aspirants can go through the list of National Institutes of Technology (NITs) that accept IIT JAM scores.
| Name of Institute |
Total No. of Seats |
|---|---|
| 39 |
|
| 25 |
|
| 22 |
|
| 68 |
|
| 69 |
|
| 123 |
|
| 116 |
|
| 100 |
|
| 47 |
|
| 75 |
|
| 75 |
|
| 182 |
|
| 75 |
|
| 31 |
|
| 180 |
|
| Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology, Punjab |
75 |
| 19 |
|
| 60 |
|
| 109 |
|
| 58 |
|
| Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur |
180 |
| 12 |
IIT JAM 2026 Course Wise Seat Matrix
This section will contain the category wise number of seats available in a particular subject at the JAM 2026 participating institutes. Candidates must note that the information provided here is taken from the Seat Matrix details released by the JAM 2026 exam authorities.
IIT JAM 2026: Biotechnology Course Seat Matrix
Candidates can check the table below, mentioning the number of seats available for the Biotechnology (BT) subject code
| Institute Name | Course Name | Number of Seats Available | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total | ||
| IIT Bombay | MSc Biotechnology | 13 + 1* | 3+1* | 9 | 5 | 3 | 35 |
| MSc in Environmental Science and Engineering |
1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |
| IIT Indore | MSc Biotechnology | 6 + 1* | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| IIT Roorkee | MSc in Biosciences and Bio Engineering |
Will be released shortly | |||||
NOTE:* Indicates seats reserved for PwD Candidates.
@ The department may revise (a) the curriculum, (b) modes of assessment, and (c) duration of the academic program by taking into consideration the nature and extent of disability of each PwD student. The Department will seek approval of each such revision by the Senate of the Institute. The Department, and thereby the Institute, reserves the right to implement such duly approved revisions, along with Reasonable Adjustments, specific to each PwD student.
Candidates can check out the complete list of course-wise seat matrix from here: IIT JAM 2026 Seat Matrix; Course Wise Seats at IITs and NITs
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IIT JAM 2026: List of Result Sharing Institutes for PhD Course
Candidates who wish to apply for doctorate courses are informed that admissions will be directly based on their JAM 2026 scores. Aspirants who want to get admitted to the following programmes must qualify for JAM 2026 and apply separately to the institutes concerned. The institutes which offer admission to aspirants in PhD courses through IIT JAM are as mentioned in the table below.
| Programme |
Admitting Institute |
JAM Test Paper |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated PhD in Biological Sciences |
IISc Bangalore |
BT |
| Integrated PhD in Chemical Sciences |
IISc Bangalore |
CY, PH |
| Integrated PhD in Mathematical Sciences |
IISc Bangalore |
MA, MS |
| Integrated PhD in Physical Sciences |
IISc Bangalore |
PH |
| MSc-PhD Dual Degree in Energy |
IIT Bombay |
CY, MA, PH |
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IIT JAM regulations generally allows provisional admission for final-year students, but you must submit proof of passing your qualifying degree by a strict deadline which is typically September 30 of the admi
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Yes, IIT Kharagpur will open IIT JAM 2027 form correction window in November 10. Registered candidates will be allowed to edit the application formd. Complete changes are not allowed, therefore it is important to fill the IIT JAM application form 2027 carefully.
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The specification of photograph for IT JAM application form 2027 is provided below.
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The following documents are requird while filling the IIT JAM application form.
- SCC (Class 10) mark sheet with Date of Birth.
- High-quality recent photograph and signature as per the specification.
- Scanned copy of category certificate (OBC-NCL/EWS/SC/ST).
- Scanned copy of Physical Disability Certificate (
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IIT Kharagpur has activated the IIT JAM application form link on the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in. Candidates must fill the appliction form through the JOAPS portal.
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Answered a week ago
Yes, IIT JAM registration 2027 date was revised to September 12. But, IIT Kharagpur has activated the registration portal on September 11, 2026. The application form is available online at jam.iitkgp.ac.in. Candidates can register for IIT JAM 2027 through JOAPS portal.
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Yes, candidates are allowed to appear for two test papers in IIT JAM. However, they will have to additional fee.
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IIT JAM application form fee is provide mentioned below.
| CATEGORY | ONE TEST (INR) | TEST PAPERS (INR) |
| Female/SC/ST/PwD | 1000 | 1350 |
| All Others | 2000 | 2700 |
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Candidates can apply for IIT JAM exam 2027 through JOAPS Portal. The authority will activate the JOAPS portal on September 12, 2026. IIT JAM application form 2027 will be accepted online only.
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IIT Kharagpur will close IIT JAM application form 2027 window on October 12, 2026. IIT JAM application window will be activated on September 12. Candidates will have to generate their login credentials at JOAPS Portal.
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