IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings: Check out JAM 2026 Latest Updates
Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for MSc 2027 ( IIT JAM )
IIT JAM 2027 Application Process
12 Sep '26 - 12 Oct '26
IIT Bombay conducted IIT JAM 2026 on February 15, 2026, in various centres across the nation. The examination was held in two sessions. Read this Shiksha article to learn about IIT JAM 2026 exam shift timings and other related information.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Shift Timings
IIT Bombay has released the schedule for the IIT JAM exam 2026 online. Students can check the information brochure to know the JAM exam shift timing. The authority had conducted the Joint Admission Test for Master (JAM) in two shifts - afternoon & forenoon. JAM shift 1 exam timing was from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and the shift 2 timing was 2:30 to 5:30 PM. IIT JAM 2026 exam was conducted on February 15, 2026.
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Students had to carry IIT JAM hall ticket and a valid photo id on the exam. They had to follow the JAM exam day guidelines. Check the article for IIT JAM 2026 shift timings.
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- IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings Released
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date Sheet
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day Guidelines
- Things Prohibited at IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centre
IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timings Released
On Feb 15, 2026, the JAM examination was held in two shifts - the forenoon shift from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, and the afternoon shift from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Candidates 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 |
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date Sheet
Candidates can check out the exam timings for the subjects they are appearing for from here:
| IIT JAM 2026 Shift |
IIT JAM 2026 Shift Timing |
Exam Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 |
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM |
Chemistry, Geology and Mathematics |
| Shift 2 |
2:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
Biotechnology, Physics, Economics and Mathematical Statistics Subjects |
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 candidate registration and photo capture, they were allowed to log in 20 minutes before the test and go through the instructions.
- Take the seat assigned to your Roll Number and no other seat or centre, which might lead to the cancellation of your candidature.
- Not allowed to enter the test centre 30 minutes after the start of the exam.
- Students are not allowed to leave the centre before the exam ends.
- During the examination, a virtual scientific calculator is available on the computer screen.
- A scribble pad is 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.
Things Prohibited at IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centre
The following items are barred from being carried 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 also mentioned that there would not be any place to keep candidates’ personal belongings; you should ideally not carry any personal belongings, except the permitted items, inside the exam hall.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
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 will activate the IIT JAM application form link on the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in. Candidates will have to fill the appliction form through the JOAPS portal.
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Yes, IIT JAM registration 2027 date has been revised to September 12. Earlier, IIT JAM application form release date was September 5, 2026. The application form will be released 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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