IIT JAM 2026 question paper analysis for Maths has been released. Students can check the article for IIT JAM Maths high weightage topics, exam analysis, question paper and answer key.
IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis
Various coaching institutes have released the JAM Mathematics question paper analysis. The paper was very difficult compared to last year. The memory-based question paper for IIT JAM Mathematics will be available soon. Students who appeared for the Mathematics paper can get high weightage topics, mark distributions, and overall difficulty level here. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay has released the official IIT JAM Maths question paper 2026 online.
IIT JAM 2026 was held on February 15, 2026. The JAM Mathematics paper was held in shift 1. The exam timing for IIT JAM Maths paper was 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Students appearing for the test must carry the IIT JAM hall ticket 2026 and a valid photo id. Also, follow the JAM 2026 exam day guidelines.
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- IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis
- IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Topic Wise Analysis
- IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis - Highlights
- IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis - Weightage
- IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key
- IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Structure
IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis
Students can check IIT JAM Maths question paper analysis 2026 here. The exam is very difficult. Maths MCQs are very calculative. Questions were based on binomial and permutation. 4 moderate MSQs were asked in the exam.
Commonly asked questions
The are 60 questions in IIT JAM exam. These 60 questions were in the format of MCQ, MSQ and NAT type.
JAM 2026 exam for all the Test Papers was conducted as a computer-based Test (CBT) where the candidates are shown the questions in a random sequence on a computer screen.
Section - A contains a total of 30 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) involving 10 questions of one mark each and 20 questions of two marks each. Each MCQ has four choices out of which only one choice is the correct answer. Candidates can mark their answer by clicking one of the choices. A wrong answer will result in negative marks. For each wrong answer to 1 mark
questions, 1/3 mark is deducted and similarly for each wrong answer to 2 marks questions, 2/3 mark is deducted.
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.
JAM 2026 Examination was 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 2026 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.
IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Topic Wise Analysis
Students can check topic-wise analysis for IIT JAM 2026.
| Topics | Analysis |
| Binomial Theorem | Moderate difficulty level Scoring area Direct application of binomial identities |
| Permutation and Combinations | 3 questions Easy and standard |
| Series and Real Analysis | No questions from the series Few question based on real analysis |
| Matrices and Idempotent Matrices | 1 question from matrices and 1 from idempotent matrices Concept based and straightforward |
| Integral Calculus | Difficulty level - Tough Lengthy and demanding. |
IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis - Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| IIT JAM exam date 2026 | February 15, 2026 |
| IIT JAM Maths paper Session | Afternoon |
| IIT JAM Physics paper exam timing | 9:30 AM PM to 12:30 PM |
Commonly asked questions
In IIT JAM 2026 exam pattern, there is no deduction of marks for unanswered questions. Such questions are not taken into consideration while calculating the total marks.
In all sections, questions not attempted will result in zero marks. There is no provision for partial marking. The candidates are required to select the answer (s) for MCQ and MSQ type questions using the mouse. The answer for NAT questions must be entered using a mouse on a virtual numeric keypad. The keyboard of the computer will be disabled.
There is a provision for using an online virtual calculator. Candidates are not allowed to bring their own calculators.
A scribble pad will be provided for rough work. Candidates have to write their name and registration number before using it. The scribble pad has to be returned at the end of the examination. The examination will end automatically after the GIVEN time.
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IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Analysis - Weightage
The weightage of topics in JAM Maths paper will be updated soon. This will help us know which topics had more questions. For now, check the past year IIT JAM Maths question weightage.
| Topic | Weightage |
| Differential Calculus | 23% |
| Vector Calculus | 10% |
| Integral Calculus | 11 % |
| Sequence and Series | 12% |
| Linear Algebra | 13% |
IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay released the provisional answer key for IIT JAM 2026 on February 24. Students can download the answer key through the JOAPS portal. They have to provide email address and password to login. The correct answer are mentioned in the answer key. Students can cross check their answer key and calculate their total marks. JAM 2026 response sheet is available online. Students can challenge the provisional answer key by February 27, 2026.
How to download IIT JAM answer key 2026?
- Visit JAM 2026 website
- Click on the JOAPS portal
- Enter the enrollment id / email address and password.
- Candidates dashboard will appear
- Check for the answer key
- Download and check your answers
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IIT JAM 2026 Mathematics Question Paper Structure
Students who are appearing for IIT JAM Maths paper must know the question structure. JAM exam is conducted as computer based test for three hours. The question paper comprises 60 questions for 100 marks. There are three sections in the JAM question paper - A, B, and C. Section A comprises 30 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). In Section B there are 10 Multiple Select Questions (MSQs) and 20 Numerical Answer Type (NAT) questions in Section C. Negative marking is done for Section 1.
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