Can I do MSc or MSc (Tech) without IIT JAM?

Yes, but not in IITs, NITs, or IISc. Central Universities offer admission to the MSc degree through CUET PG. Students must appear for the state level or university level entrance exam for admission to the MSc degree.

What is the difficulty level of IIT JAM examination?

The difficulty level of IIT JAM is moderate to tough. The difficulty level for subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics is tougher as compared to the IIT JAM subjects of Economics, Biotechnology and Geology. If we compare the difficulty level of IIT JAM examination with CUET PG exam, ISI Admission test, NEST exam, IISER Entrance examination, then it will be found that IIT JAM examination is comparetively tougher than the other top colleges/ universities entrance examination.

What is the study plan for the preparation of IIT JAM Physics exam?

Physics is one of the most sought course of choice among students who want to take admission in IITs, IISc, etc. It is for this reason alone that IIT JAM Physics paper is extremely competitive. Thus, when preparing for the Physics paper in JAM exam, candidates are suggested to pay less attention to the number of books from which they are studying and more emphasis on finding the topics that will help them score more. To have an effective prep plan for IIT JAM Physics paper, students should have a timetable in place and make notes of important formulas that will make their last-minute preparation easy. IIT JAM Physics Study Plan for First Month Week of Study Topic to Study Sub-topic to Study 1 Mechanics and General Properties of Matter-I Newton’s Laws of Motion and Applications Kepler’s Laws Polar and Cylindrical Coordinate Systems, Conservative and Non-Conservative Forces Centrifugal and Coriolis Forces Motion Under a Central Force Uniformly Rotating Frame Gravitational Law and Field Velocity and Acceleration in Cartesian 2 Mechanics and General Properties of Matter-II System of Particles Conservation of Linear and Angular Momentum Conservation of Energy Center of Mass Equation of Motion of the Center of Mass Elastic and Inelastic Collisions Fixed Axis Rotations Rigid Body Motion Rotation and Translation Parallel and Perpendicular Axes Theorem Moments of Inertia and Products of Inertia Principal Moments and Axes Equation of Continuity Kinematics of Moving Fluids Euler’s Equation Bernoulli’s Theorem 3 Mathematical Methods-I Stokes’ Theorem Green’s Theorem Divergence Theorem Multiple Integrals Vector Calculus Vector Algebra Fourier Series Taylor Expansion Imperfect and Perfect Differentials Jacobian Matrix Partial Derivatives Calculus of Single and Multiple Variables 4 Mathematical Methods-II First Order Equations Linear Second Order Differential Equations with Constant Coefficients Algebra of Complex Numbers Matrices and Determinants IIT JAM Physics Study Plan for Second Month Week of Study Topic to Study Sub-topic to Study 5 Electricity and Magnetism-I Coulomb’s Law Gauss’s Law Electric Field and Potential Electrostatic Boundary Conditions Solution of Laplace’s Equation for Simple Cases Capacitors Conductors Dielectric Polarization Electrostatic Energy Volume and Surface Charges 6 Oscillations, Waves and Optics-I Differential Equation for Simple Harmonic Oscillator and Its General Solution Superposition of Two or More Simple Harmonic Oscillator Damped and Forced Oscillators Resonance 7 Oscillations, Waves and Optics-II Energy Density and Energy Transmission in Waves Wave Equation Group Velocity and Phase Velocity Sound Waves in Media Doppler Effect Wave Equation Fermat’s Principle 8 Oscillations, Waves and Optics-III General Theory of Image Formation Thick Lens, Thin Lens and Lens Combinations Fraunhofer Diffraction Rayleigh Criterion and Resolving Power Diffraction Gratings Polarization Double Refraction and Optical Rotation

What is the official website for downloading IIT JAM question paper?

Every year on the rotational basis, IIT JAM exam organising institute changes. For the academic session 2025-2026 the exam conducting body is IIT Bombay. IIT JAM 2026 exam was conducted on February 15, 2026 at 116+ exam centres across the nation. Test takers were able to download the IIT JAM 2026 question paper. The officail website link to downlaod the IIT JAM previous year question is mentioned below: jam2025.iitd.ac.in/qp.php

What is the passing marks for IIT JAM?

IIT JAM passing mark varies category wise for each test paper. Students need to check the JAM scorecard to know the minimum passing marks for the test. The qualifying cutoff is mentioned below. Subject Name Cutoff GEN OBC (NCL) / EWS SC/ST/PwD Biotechnology 42.3 38.07 21.15 Chemistry 18.65 16.78 9.32 Economics 40.63 36.56 20.31 Geology 25.98 23.38 12.99 Mathematics 12.65 11.38 6.32 Mathematics Statistics 13.33 11.99 6.66 Physics 12.04 10.83 6.02

How is the IIT JAM Merit List made?

For each Test Paper All India merit list is prepared based on AIR. The number of candidates included in the All India Merit List is based on the total number of seats available in each category (GEN/ OBC-NCL/ EWS/ SC/ ST/ PwD) in a given subject.

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 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 2027 Exam?

JAM has been established as a benchmark for undergraduate-level science education in the country for the last two decades. The objective of JAM is to provide admissions to postgraduate degree programmes and to consolidate Science as a career option for 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 a challenging and rewarding professional life. The interdisciplinary content of the curricula enables the students with the ability to utilise 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.

What is the total score in IIT JAM exam?

The authority conducts the IIT JAM exam for 100 marks. The question paper comprises 60 questions. Students need to obtain 75+ marks to qualify for the entrance test.

What is IIT JAM JOAPS portal?

JOAPS stands for JAM Online Application Portal System. The portal is used for registration, downloading admit card, checking result and applying for admission. All communication regrding JAM is intimated through JOAPS Portal. The login credentials for JOAPS portal are generated during the JAM registration process.

How can I prepare for IIT JAM exam?

Students can plan their preparation through the exam syllabus. Check the syllabus to know what the important topics are. Then gather the required resources like the best books, previous year question paper, and mock test. Students must solve the IIT JAM question paper after completing 70% of the syllabus to keep track of their preparation.

What are the login credentials required for downloading IIT JAM admit card?

IIT JAM Admit Card is an online document that 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: username: Name/ Mobile Number/ Application Number Password: Date of Birth or password set while creating the account for registration.

What if there is a discrepancy in IIT JAM Admit Card?

In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or his/her photograph and signature shown on the IIT JAM admit card, candidates should immediately approach the IIT JAM Help Line between 10.00 A.M. and 5.00 P.M. Hence, candidates need not worry about the possibility of not getting allowed inside the exam centre. However, they must follow up with the examination conducting body before the commencement of the admission process.

Will marks be deducted for unanswered questions in IIT JAM 2027?

In IIT JAM exam pattern, there is no deduction of marks for unanswered questions. Such questions are not taken into consideration while, calculating the total marks.

What type of questions does Section B of IIT JAM exam have?

JAM Exam will be conducted for SEVEN subjects, also referred to as Test Papers: Biotechnology (BT), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), and Physics (PH). The medium for all the Test Papers is English only. JAM 2027 examination pattern is divided in such a way that the exam was conducted in the form of three sections ie., Section A, B, and C. Section - B contains a total of 10 Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) carrying two marks each. Each MSQ is similar to MCQ but with the difference that MSQ may have one or more than one correct choice (s) out of the four given choices. The candidate is awarded full credit only if all the correct answer (s) and no wrong answers are selected. Candidates can mark the answer (s) by clicking the choice (s). There is no negative marking or partial marking for MSQ.

What is the IIT JAM 2027 syllabus?

IIT JAM exam syllabus 2027 is available online. Students can know the important topics for exam preparation through the JAM 2027 syllabus. Each test paper has a different syllabus. Students must plan their preparation strategy as per the syllabus.

What are the educational requirements to get enrolled for MSc Biotechnology course via IIT JAM?

Aspirants can go through the eligibility criteria for MSc Biotechnology IIT JAM test paper in the table below: Test Paper (Code) Course Minimum Educational Qualifications for Admission Biotechnology (BT) MSc Biotechnology Any branch/ subject MSc- PhD Dual Degree in Environmental Science and Engineering Any one of Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics for two years/ four semesters, and any one of the other four subjects for at least one year/ two semesters Joint MSc- PhD in Molecular Medical Microbiology BSc/ BS degree (three years/six semesters) with Biology/ Biotechnology/ Botany/ Life Science/ Physiology/ Zoology/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Genetics and molecular biology as Honours/ Major/ Main Subject, and any one of Chemistry/ Physics/ Mathematics as one of compulsory subsidiary subject for at least one year/two semesters

How do I make corrections/modifications in IIT JAM application form?

If candidates make any mistake in IIT JAM registration forms so they can correct it in the correction window. Here we have provided the process to correct the application form: Visit the website of IIT JAM - joaps.iitb.ac.in Click on JOAPS portal or application form correction link. Then click on the login button & enter the user ID and password. After login, you can change specific details in IIT JAM 2026 Application form. Save the changes and take the printout of the form for future uses.

What details can be edited after successful submission of IIT JAM 2027 application form?

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

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

The authority has released 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.

What are the key factors affecting IIT JAM ranks?

There are several factors that can affect the relationship between marks and rank in IIT JAM: Individual Score Number of candidates applied Difficulty Level of the Exam Seat Availability Category Reservation

IIT JAM 2027: Notification (Soon), Dates (OUT), Eligibility, Registration (Sep 5), & Syllabus

IIT JAM 2027 Application Process

5 Sep '26 - 12 Oct '26

Updated on Aug 17, 2026 18:30 IST

By Vikash Kumar Vishwakarma

IIT JAM 2027: IIT Kharagpur will be the organizing institute of IIT JAM. The official website of IIT JAM 2027 has been launched. Moreover, the JAM 2026 exam date, syllabus, eligibility criteria, and exam centre list are available. Candidates can check the IIT JAM exam syllabus to prepare for the entrance test. Moreover, previous year question papers are available online. Get complete details on IIT JAM 2027 on this page.

IIT JAM 2027 Latest Updates

IIT JAM information brochure will be released on August 22.
The registration process will commence on September 5, 2026.
IIT JAM 2027 exam date is February 14, 2027.

Also Read: IIT JAM 2027 official website launched; information brochure on Aug 22

IIT JAM Preparation Materials

Get the IIT JAM mock test and the previous year's question paper

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Table of contents

What is IIT JAM?
IIT JAM 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule
IIT JAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria and Application Form
IIT JAM 2027 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation
IIT JAM 2027 Admit Card
IIT JAM 2027 Question Paper and Answer Key
IIT JAM 2027 Result
IIT JAM 2027 Cutoff
IIT JAM 2027 Counselling
FAQs on IIT JAM 2027

What is IIT JAM?

The Joint Admission Test for MSc (JAM) is an all-India level online entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) every year on a rotational basis on behalf of the Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD), Government of India. IIT JAM is conducted to provide admission to candidates in MSc and other postgraduate courses offered at IITs and integrated PhD courses offered by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. Several National Institutes of Technology (NITs) and Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) also accept JAM scores for MSc admissions.

To ace the JAM examination and get their desired IITs, NITs, or result-sharing institutes, candidates must have their IIT JAM preparation from the authentic suggested Books. Candidates can check out the video below to get more insight about IIT JAM examination, eligibility, preparation and counselling-related information:

Key Highlights for IIT JAM 2027

The following table brings the important features of the IIT JAM 2027.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for Masters
Conducting Body	IIT Kharagpur
Exam Level	National level
Exam Frequency	Annual
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Courses Offered Through Entrance Exam	MSc and Integrated PhD

Also Read: Is IIT JAM 2026 exam difficult?

IIT JAM 2027 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IIT JAM 2027 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
05 Sep ' 26 - 12 Oct ' 26	IIT JAM 2027 Application Process
14 Feb ' 27	IIT JAM 2027 Exam Day
18 Mar ' 27	IIT JAM 2027 Result

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Jul ' 26	Donwload offer letter
Jul ' 26	Seat Acceptance fees for Additional Round List
Jul ' 26	Additional Round List (if any)
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IIT JAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria and Application Form

DeskCalendar Registration: 05 Sep ' 26 - 12 Oct ' 26

The authority has released the IIT JAM eligibility criteria 2027 online on the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in. The eligibility criteria are the minimum conditions to apply for IIT JAM 2027. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria for IIT JAM can apply online. Below are the minimum conditions to apply for the IIT JAM entrance exam.

Education Qualification: Candidates who have completed a Bachelor's degree or are appearing for the final exam of their degree in 2026 are eligible to apply online.
Age: There are no age restrictions.

IIT JAM 2027 Application Form

The authority will release the IIT JAM application form 2027 online on September 5, 2026. The eligible candidates can apply for the entrance test. They will have to register on the JOAPS portal to fill the application form. IIT JAM application process comprises registration, form filling, document upload, and payment of application fees. IIT JAM application form date will be updated online soon. Candidates can check the process to fill out and submit the JAM application form here.

Go to IIT JAM official website.
Click on JOAPS Portal
Complete the registration to generate login credentials.
Login using the credentials and fill the application form.
Upload image and signature.
Pay the application fees.

IIT JAM 2027 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation

IIT JAM exam pattern will be released online. Candidates will have to check the information brochure for the IIT JAM pattern to know the marking scheme. The entrance exam will be conducted online for three hours. The test will be held for seven papers in two shifts. IIT JAM question paper will consist of 60 questions for 100 marks. There will be three types of questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Multiple Select Questions (MSQs), and Numerical Answer Type (NAT). Negative marking is done for wrong answers.

Also Read: CUET PG Vs IIT JAM: Which is Better for Master’s Degree

IIT JAM 2027 Syllabus

The authority has released the IIT JAM exam syllabus online. Every paper has a different syllabus. Candidates can check the exam syllabus to know the important topics for the entrance test. Based on the IIT JAM syllabus, plan your preparation accordingly.

Also Read:

IIT JAM Physics Syllabus	IIT JAM Biotechnology Syllabus	IIT JAM Chemistry Syllabus
IIT JAM Economics Syllabus	IIT JAM Mathematics Syllabus	IIT JAM Mathematical Statistics
IIT JAM Geology

IIT JAM 2027 Preparation Tips

IIT JAM is a highly competitive entrance exam, and aspirants must have an action plan in place to score good marks. Some key points that aspirants need to keep in mind while formulating the IIT JAM preparation strategy include knowing the

exam pattern
syllabus
referring to the right books and study materials
making a timetable,
and solving previous years' question papers, mock tests, and practice tests.

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IIT JAM 2027 Mock Test

The authority will activate the IIT JAM mock test link online. Candidates who wish to appear for the Joint Admission Test for Masters' (JAM) must practice the mock test. This will help them to get familiar with the online exam. The question in the mock test will be based on the exam syllabus and pattern. Attempting IIT JAM mock tests regularly will help to improve speed and time management. The process to attempt the IIT JAM mock test 2027 is provided below.

Go to the website of IIT JAM.
Click on the tab indicating mock test.
Click on the subject.
Click on Sign in.
Read instructions and click on 'Next'.
Click on the checkbox indicating that the candidate has read and understood the instructions, followed by clicking on the tab 'I am ready to begin'.
Take a mock test.

Candidates can click on the links mentioned below to solve IIT JAM mock tests for paper/subject of their choice. IIT JAM mock test is a valuable tool for candidates to assess their knowledge of the subject matter and identify areas of improvement.

IIT JAM Official Mock Test Links
IIT JAM Biotechnology mock test	Biotechnology (BT) mock test link
IIT JAM Mathematical mock test	Mathematics (MA) mock test link
IIT JAM Physics mock test	Physics (PH) mock test link
IIT JAM Economics mock test	Economics (EN) mock test link
IIT JAM Chemistry mock test	Chemistry (CY) mock test link
IIT JAM Geology mock test	Geology (GG) mock test link
IIT JAM Mathematical Statistics mock test	Mathematical Statistics (MS) mock test link

IIT JAM 2027 Admit Card

The authority will release the IIT JAM admit card 2027 online on the official website. The hall ticket is expected to be released in January 2027. Candidates will be able to download the admit card for IIT JAM 2027 through the JOAPS Portal. They will provide their enrolment ID and password. The admit card is an important document to carry on the exam day. The process to download the IIT JAM hall ticket 2027 is mentioned below.

Visit the website of IIT JAM.
Go to the JOAPS portal.
A login window will be displayed on the screen.
Enter your enrolment ID and password.
Click on the "Submit" button.
Download the IIT JAM Admit Card and take multiple printouts for future reference.

IIT JAM 2027 Question Paper and Answer Key

The authority will release the IIT JAM question paper 2027 online. The question paper will be released along with the answer key. Aspirants can use the IIT JAM question paper to prepare for the exam. Solving the previous year question paper will help to understand the exam difficulty level and identify the high-weightage topics. Candidates can find the IIT JAM question paper below.

IIT JAM 2026 Question Paper PDF Link

Candidates can find the previosu year question paper below:

Paper Name	Question Paper	Answer Key
Biology	IIT JAM 2026 Biology Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Biology Answer Key
Chemistry	IIT JAM 2026 Chemistry Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Chemistry Answer Key
Economics	IIT JAM 2026 Economics Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Economics Answer Key
Geology	IIT JAM 2026 Geology Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Geology Answer Key
Mathematics	IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Answer Key
Mathematical Statistics (MS)	IIT JAM 2026 Mathematical Statistics Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Mathematical Statistics Answer Key
Physics (PH)	IIT JAM 2026 Physics Question Paper	IIT JAM 2026 Physics Answer Key

Also Read: IIT JAM Previous Years Question Papers: Download Last 5 Years JAM Subject Wise Question Paper PDF

IIT JAM 2027 Answer Keys

The authority will release the provisional answer key for IIT JAM 2027 in February 2027. The answer key will be released in pdf format. Candidates can use the answer key to verify their responses and calculate the probable score. They will have to use their digital response sheet to verify the answers. Candidates can challenge the answer key if there is any error in the key. The authority will release the final answer key online.

IIT JAM 2027 Result

DeskCalendar Result: 18 Mar ' 27

The authority will declare the IIT JAM result 2027 on March 18, 2027. Candidates will be able to check the results through the JOAPS Portals. They will have to use their login credentials to access the result. The qualifying candidates can download the IIT JAM scorecard online. Candidates can check the result to know their marks, rank, and qualifying cutoff category-wise.

How to check JAM 2027 Result?

Go to the IIT JAM 2027 website.
Click on the JOAPS portal
Enter the required credentials
The result will display.

IIT JAM 2027 Toppers List

The authority will release the IIT JAM toppers list online on the official website. Candidates can check the topper list to know the name of the candidate who secured AIR 1 in their respective paper. Here we have provided the names of IIT JAM 2026 toppers.

Subject Name	Candidates Name
Biotechnology	SAKSHI NIJWALA
Chemistry	AYUSHI AGRAWAL
Economics	SURYODAY SETHI
Geology	HRUSHIKESH NAHAK
Mathematics	MADHUR AGRAWAL
Mathematical Statistics	KOUSTAV CHOWDHURY
Physics	SARVESH GUPTA

IIT JAM 2027 Cutoff

The authority will release the IIT JAM cutoff 2027 online. The cutoff will be available online on the official website. Candidates can check the cutoff to know the minimum marks required to pass the exam. There will be two types of IIT JAM cutoffs: qualifying and admission cutoffs. Candidates can check the previous year IIT JAM cutoff here.

IIT JAM 2026 cutoff

Subject Name	Cutoff
Subject Name	GEN	OBC (NCL) / EWS	SC/ST/PwD
Biotechnology	42.3	38.07	21.15
Chemistry	18.65	16.78	9.32
Economics	40.63	36.56	20.31
Geology	25.98	23.38	12.99
Mathematics	12.65	11.38	6.32

IIT JAM 2025 Cutoff: Qualifying Marks

Paper Name	Cut-Off Marks
Paper Name	GEN	OBC-NCL / EWS	SC / ST / PwD
Biotechnology (BT)	24.46	22.01	12.23
Chemistry (CY)	25.83	23.24	12.91
Economics (EN)	42.55	38.29	21.27
Geology (GG)	21.06	18.95	10.53
Mathematics (MA)	19.9	17.91	9.95
Mathematical Statistics (MS)	8.75	7.87	4.37
Physics (PH)	14.66	13.19	7.33

IIT JAM 2027 Counselling

The authority is conducting an additional/final round of IIT JAM counselling. The eligible candidates must participate in the counselling process. There will be no further round of counselling. Interested candidates must participate in the counselling process. IIT JAM counselling rounds 1 to 4 are over.

Candidates are allotted seats based on the IIT JAM rank. Check and know the opening and closing ranks for IITs. Those whose ranks are between the opening and closing ranks are offered admission.

Candidates who receive an offer have to submit their preferences. If a student chooses Accept and Freeze, he/she must pay the seat acceptance fee by the prescribed date. To proceed to the next round for better options, students must choose the Accept and Upgrade option.

IIT JAM 2026 Seat Intake

There are around 3000 seats in postgraduate programmes at 21 IITs for the academic year 2026-27. Students are offered admission based on JAM 2026 Scores, subject to satisfying the ERs and MEQs and any other requirements, without any additional interview or written test. Result Sharing Institutes: JAM scores will be used for admission to over 2300 seats for postgraduate programmes such as MSc and MA at IISc and various NITs, IIEST Shibpur, SLIET, DIAT through Centralised Counselling for MSc / MSc (Tech.) Admission (CCMN).

Candidates can check the table below, which mentions the number of seats available for the Chemistry (CY) subject code

Institute Name	Course Name	Number of Seats Available
		GEN	EWS	SC	ST	OBC	Total
IIT Bombay	MSc Chemistry	22 + 1*	5+1*	14+1*	9	4	57
IIT Bombay	Energy Science and Engineering	4	1	1	2	1	9
	Environmental Science & Engineering	2	0	1	1	0+1*	5
IIT Delhi	MSc in Chemistry	27 + 1*	6 + 1*	17 + 1*	10	5	68
IIT Dhanbad	MSc Chemistry	26 + 1*	6	17+1*	10	5	66
IIT Gandhinagar	MSc Chemistry	15 + 1*	3 + 1*	11	5+1*	3	40
IIT Guwahati	MSc Chemistry	23 + 2*	6	16	9	3+1*	60
IIT Hyderabad	MSc Chemistry	16	3+1*	11	5+1*	3	40
IIT Indore	MSc Chemistry	12	3	8+1*	4	2	30
IIT Jammu	MSc Chemistry	8	2	6	2+1*	1	20
IIT Jodhpur	MSc Chemistry	8	2	6	3	1	20
IIT Jodhpur	Chemistry and Materials Engineering	5	1	4	2	1	13
IIT Kanpur	MSc Chemistry	19 + 1*	5	12+1*	7	4	49
IIT Kharagpur	MSc Chemistry	22 + 1*	6	14+1*	8*+1	4	57
IIT Madras	MSc Chemistry	25 + 2*	6+1*	17+1*	10	5	67
IIT Mandi	MSc Chemistry	12 + 1*	3	7+1*	5	2	31
IIT Palakkad	MSc Chemistry	8 + 1*	3	5	3	1	21
IIT Patna	MSc Chemistry	12 + 1*	3	8	4	2	30
IIT Roorkee	MSc Chemistry	18	4	11+1*	7	2+1*	44
IIT Ropar	MSc Chemistry	9 + 1*	3	7	3	2	25
IIT Tirupati	MSc Chemistry	8	3	5	2+1*	1	20
IIT Varanasi	MSc Chemistry	9 + 1*	2	6+1	4	2	25
IIT Bhillai	MSc Chemistry	8	2	5	3	2	20

Candidates can check out the course-wise JAM 2026 seat intake from here: IIT JAM 2026 Seat Matrix

FAQs on IIT JAM 2027

Candidates can go through the IIT JAM 2027 FAQs from here:

Q: What type of question does Section C of IIT JAM exam has?

There are a total of 60 questions carrying a total of 100 marks.

Section - C has a total 20 Numerical Answer Type questions, involving 10 questions of one mark each and 10 questions of two marks each. For NAT questions.

Q: Are their any scribes arranged by the examination authority for IIT JAM 2027 examination?

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. 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.

Q: My photograph and signature are not clear on the IIT JAM admit card. What should I do?

While uploading files candidates must ensure that they do so in suggested resolution. In case PDF file or printout does not display a clear photograph or signature candidates need to PDF resolution again and check for clarity. If it is still not clear enough, then they have to approach exam authorities and seek solutions.

Q: Is there any specific dress code guidelines for IIT JAM exam?

IIT JAM 2027 entrance exam does not require students to stick to a specific dress code. You can typically wear casual outfits. However by wearing a formal apparel can benefit in having a decent and presentable look (e.g., wearing a shirt and trouser).

Some institutions may have specific guidelines (e.g., wear shirts or t-shirts, jeans or trousers etc).

Q: What to carry on the IIT JAM 2027 examination day?

Apart from IIT JAM 2027 admit card, candidates must carry these documents to exam centre:

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