IIT JAM Dress Code 2026: Check Attire for Male & Female Candidates Here
Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for MSc 2026 ( IIT JAM )
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IIT JAM 2026 exam was conducted on February 15, 2026, at more than 100 exam centres across the nation for admission to MSc degree programs. Before appearing for the exam, students are advised to check out IIT JAM 2026 dress code specifications for a smooth and stress-free exam experience at the examination center. Read this Shiksha article to learn about the JAM 2026 dress code for male and female students, a list of banned items and exam day instructions from here:
IIT JAM Dress Code 2026
Students appearing for IIT JAM exam 2026 must check the dress code. IIT Bombay has not mentioned the dress code for IIT JAM 2026, but students need to follow a simple dress code on the exam day. They must wear loose and comfortable clothes to avoid discomfort.
IIT Bombay conducted the JAM 2026 exam on February 15, 2026. Students had to IIT JAM hall ticket and a valid photo id. Also, follow the exam day guidelines for IIT JAM 2026. The duration of the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) was three hours. Check the article to know IIT JAM 2026 dress code for male and female students.
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Is there any specific IIT JAM Dress Code mentioned by the exam authority?
As per the exam officials, there is no information provided on the official website and in the information brochure about the JAM dress 2026 for the students.
- IIT JAM Dress Code 2026
- IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings Released
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
- Banned Items at IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centre
IIT JAM Dress Code 2026
To ensure a smooth and respectful examination environment, it's crucial to adhere to the appropriate IIT JAM dress code 2026 guidelines. While there may not be explicit official rules by the exam officials, students should prioritize comfort and simplicity in their clothing choices. Avoid anything inappropriate or distracting, as it could potentially prevent you from taking the exam. This section outlines the suggested JAM dress code 2026 guidelines for both male and female students.
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IIT JAM 2026 Dress Code for Male Students
Male students who are planning to take IIT JAM exam 2026 must go through the dress code and guidelines mentioned below:
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Try wearing simple and comfortable clothes, such as half-sleeved shirts. If it's winter, wear a sweater with fewer pockets.
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Avoid wearing caps or mufflers. Sikh students may wear a turban instead of a cap. In such cases, students are advised to reach the exam centers a bit early to allow for hassle-free security checks.
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Try to avoid any sort of metallic objects like jewellery, rings, and belts.
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Students are advised to avoid jackets, hoodies, and extra layers of clothing.
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Students can opt to wear chappals or sandals rather than closed footwear.
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IIT JAM 2026 Dress Code for Female Students
Female students appearing for IIT JAM 2026 exam are encouraged to wear comfortable and simple attire. To ensure a smooth and secure examination process, please adhere to the following dress code guidelines:
- Choose simple and comfortable clothing options such as kurtas, simple dresses, tops, and trousers.
- Avoid wearing any metal jewellery, including rings, bracelets, necklaces, and heavy earrings.
- Refrain from wearing belts or clothing with metallic buttons.
- Keep hairstyles simple and avoid any elaborate hair accessories.
- Avoid applying tattoos to your hands.
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IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings Released
Students can check the shift timing for IIT JAM 2026 here.
| CUET PG 2026 Shift |
CUET PG 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 |
Also Read: IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings, Reporting Time and Exam Duration (OUT)
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
The following points bring the Dos and Don’ts to be followed on the day of IIT JAM 2026 exam.
- Reach the exam centre 90 minutes before the scheduled time for the test commencement.
- Students were permitted to enter the exam hall 40 minutes before the test, and after student registration and photo capture, they were allowed to log in 20 minutes before the test and go through the instructions.
- They had to take the seat assigned to their Roll Number and no other seat or centre, which would lead to the cancellation of their candidature.
- Students were not allowed to enter the test centre 30 minutes after the start of the exam.
- Students were allowed to leave the centre before the exam ended.
- During the examination, a virtual scientific calculator will be available on the computer screen.
- A scribble pad will be provided for rough work. Write your name and registration number before using it and return it to the invigilator at the end of the exam. Additional scribble pads may be obtained after returning the previous pad.
Banned Items at IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centre
The following items are barred from carrying to the exam centre:
- Books, copies or papers of any kind.
- Mobile phones, calculators, watches or any other electronic or digital devices.
- Bags or wallets.
The exam authorities have also mentioned that there would not be any place to keep students’ personal belongings; you should ideally not carry any personal belongings, except the permitted items, inside the exam hall.
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