IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026: Download JAM Admit Card at JOAPS login & Steps to Download

Q: Can I wear jewellery during IIT JAM exam?

In general, no, you should not wear jewellery to the IIT JAM exam centre. Security Checks: You are likely to have to go through security checks by way of metal detectors at the entrance. Jewellery can trigger metal detectors and causes delays, and can only be annoying at the examination. Distraction: You may find if you wear jewellery, it can be distracting in the exam and be uncomfortable. You need to consider this and take jewellery off and leaving it at home or preventing any unnecessary issues during the exam.

Q: What are the consequences of bringing prohibited items to IIT JAM exam centre?

There have some serious consequences when bringing prohibited items to take any IIT JAM exams: Disqualification from the Exam: You can be disqualified from the exam, meaning your test could be taken away from you, and you could leave the examination room with the exam immediately invalidated. Seizure of Items: Any prohibited item found on your person will be taken from you by the exam officials. Possibly Criminal Action: Depending upon the item and the terms of the examination centre, in some cases bringing a prohibited item may incur some form of charges.

Q: Can I wear caps or hats in winter inside IIT JAM exam hall?

The policies for the IIT JAM exam often ban candidates from wearing caps or hats when sitting in the exam hall. Making sure the examination is fair and secure is the purpose of this policy. While there may be no cap or hat policy written on the IIT JAM examination instructions, the general dress code may state 'no head coverings', in order to be free of suspicion of hiding cheating devices and for any obstruction of view the examiners may not be aware of. Only an examination board can investigate a breach of the examination instructions or roles, you should follow the official exam day instructions and guidelines to avoid this and potential disqualification (see IIT JAM website for instructions and guidelines).

Q: Is it mandatory to take a printout of IIT JAM admit card?

Yes, it is important that you print out your IIT JAM admit card. Entry Requirement: The admit card is your official entry pass to the examination hall. You will not be permitted to enter the examination centre, and write the exam, without it. Verification: You will be asked by the invigilators to provide your admit card and original photo ID for verification, before you are permitted entry. Exam Details: Furthermore, the admit card contains all relevant details such as, the exam date and time, examination centre address, roll number, and important instructions.

Q: What are the acceptable forms of photo identification for IIT JAM exam?

You are required to carry a valid photo ID for the IIT JAM examination. Usually, the photo IDs are as follows: Aadhaar Card PAN Card Driving License Voter ID Card Passport College ID Card (with photograph) Any other government-issued photo ID card. Carry original one having matching details with your admit card.

Q: What happens after I report a discrepancy in my IIT JAM admit card?

The exam authorities will take the following actions: Verification: The exam authorities will verify the reported discrepancy, and take whatever action is appropriate. Correction (if appropriate): If the discrepancy is substantiated, the authorities will adjust or correct your application as required. Notification: You will be notified of the outcome of your discrepancy report via email and/or official website.

Q: What to carry on the IIT JAM 2025 examination day?

Apart from the IIT JAM 2025 admit card, candidates must carry the following documents and items to the examination centre: Passport-sized 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

Q: What should I do immediately after downloading my IIT JAM admit card?

After downloading your IIT JAM admit card, take the following steps: Verify Your Details: Carefully check all the information printed on the admit card, including your name, roll number, exam date, time, and exam center address. Ensure all details are accurate. If you find any discrepancies, contact the exam authorities immediately for rectification. Locate Your Exam Center: Use maps or online resources to familiarize yourself with the location of your exam center. If possible, do a trial run to the center to estimate travel time and identify potential traffic issues. Plan Your Travel: Based on the exam timing and your location, plan your transportation to the exam center. Ensure you have a backup plan in case of unforeseen circumstances. Gather Required Documents: Collect all the necessary documents, including your admit card, a valid photo ID, and any other specified documents. Keep them organized and readily accessible.

Q: What are the photograph specifications that need to be pasted in the IIT JAM 2025 admit card?

Candidates has to paste their postcard-size photograph of 4"x6" dimension on the IIT JAM 2025 admit card. The photograph should have been the same as that uploaded during the IIT JAM 2025 application process. They also had to ensure that the photograph is clearly visible and legible and fulfills the guidelines given by IIT Madras, the examination conducting body. The photograph had to be pasted properly on the admit card so that it does not drop off from the document. The photograph should have followed the parameters given below: The photograph should not be older than January 2024 The photograph should have been taken against a white background The face should occupy at least 50% of the area of the photograph with a full-face view looking into the camera directly.

Registration - 5 Sep '25 - 12 Oct '25

Updated on Oct 9, 2025 16:13 IST

By Rakshit Prabhakar

IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 will be available for download at the JOAPS portal. Students will be able to download the IIT JAM admit card 2026 by logging in to their registered account with the help of login credentials, i.e., enrolment ID or email ID and password. JAM Admit Card 2026 will be released for candidates who have filled out the IIT JAM application form 2026, and their forms have been successfully accepted by the exam officials.

IIT JAM Hall Ticket 2026 will be downloaded in PDF format, which mentions the JAM exam centre details, venue, shift timings and reporting timings. Any candidate who did not carry the IIT JAM 2026 admit card will not be allowed to appear for this science entrance exam.

IIT JAM exam will be conducted on February 15, 2026, at 116+ exam centres across the nation. Candidates can download the admit card up to one or two days before the conduct of the examination. IIT JAM 2026 shift timings are such that the exam officials will conduct the exam for a duration in two shifts, ie, the morning shift from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm for Chemistry, Geology and Mathematics subjects and the afternoon shift from 2:30 to 5:30 pm for Biotechnology, Physics, Economics and Mathematical Statistics subjects.

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Q: What is the procedure to download IIT JAM Admit Card?

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Q: When will IIT JAM 2025 admit cards releasing?

Table of content

How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card?
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Details to Check on IIT JAM Admit Card 2026
Important Instructions on IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
What if There is a Discrepancy in IIT JAM 2025 Admit Card?
Things to Carry and Forbidden at IIT JAM Exam Centre
FAQs on IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card

How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card?

After downloading, candidates need to take a printout of the IIT JAM admit card and carry it to the allotted exam centre along with an original copy of valid ID proof. It may be noted that candidates not carrying their admit card or ID proof at the time of exam will not be allowed to appear for the exam. Yes! Now, take a printout of your admit card.

Candidates can follow this advice to download their admit card for the IIT JAM 2026 exam.
Open the IIT JAM 2026 official website: https://jam2026.iitb.ac.in/. Then click on the JOAPS admit card. Solve the given arithmetic expression and click on the submit button now, check the declaration box then enter your signature and click on the "Download Admit Card" button.

Also Read: IIT JAM 2025: List of Colleges Accepting JAM Scores/Ranks for Admission

Commonly asked questions

Q: Will IIT Madras send the IIT JAM admit card via post?

Q: I am unable to download my IIT JAM admit card. What to do?

Q: When will the IIT JAM 2026 examination be conducted?

IIT JAM 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IIT JAM 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
05 Sep ' 25 - 12 Oct ' 25	IIT JAM 2026 Application Fee ONGOING
05 Sep ' 25 - 12 Oct ' 25	IIT JAM 2026 Application Process ONGOING
05 Jan ' 26	IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
15 Feb ' 26	IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day

Details to Check on IIT JAM Admit Card 2026

Candidates need to thoroughly go through the information on their IIT JAM admit card. If they find any discrepancy in the same, they need to inform the IIT JAM exam conducting authority at the earliest. The information present on the admit card for IIT JAM 2026 is as mentioned below:

Candidate's name
Registration number
Exam date and time
Test paper name
Test paper code
Candidate photograph
Candidate signature
Exam centre address
Parent/guardian's contact number
Organising Chairman's Signature
Exam day instructions

Also Read: Last minute preparation tips for IIT JAM 2025

Commonly asked questions

Q: What are the photograph specifications that need to be pasted in the IIT JAM 2025 admit card?

Q: What to carry on the IIT JAM 2025 examination day?

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

Important Instructions on IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card

Candidates need to read the instructions present on their admit card for the IIT JAM exam very carefully.

Aspirants need to carry their JAM admit card to their allotted test centre along with one photo ID. An original copy of the photo ID card needs to be carried by aspirants as a scanned copy of the photocopy will not be accepted. Photo ID cards that candidates can carry to their IIT JAM exam centre are- College ID, Employer ID, Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, and Aadhaar-UID.
The print of the IIT JAM admit card has to be taken on A4-size paper by using a colour laser printer (preferably). After taking a printout of the admit card, candidates need to ensure that their signature and photograph are clear.
Aspirants are advised to visit or locate their exam centre at least a day prior to the exam.
Candidates need to ensure that their fingertips do not have any coating (example: ink, mehndi, henna, or tattoo) as a biometric system of verification will be done on the exam day.
Aspirants need to report to their allotted IIT JAM exam centre at least 90 minutes before the exam starts for identity verification.
Candidates will be allowed to take the IIT JAM exam only after their credentials have been verified by JAM Officials.
Candidates will be allowed to sit at their allotted seat for IIT JAM 2026, 40 minutes before the exam is scheduled to start. Further, 20 minutes before the exam starts, candidates will be allowed to log in and read the exam instructions.
Candidates will not be able to log in 30 minutes after the exam has started.
Candidates will not be permitted to leave their exam hall before the exam ends.
In the IIT JAM exam, candidates will be provided with a 'virtual scientific calculator' on their computer screen. Candidates are informed that they would not be allowed to carry any personal calculators, mobile phones, watches/wristwatches or any other electronic devices inside their examination hall. Also, JAM exam officials are not responsible for the safekeeping of the personal belongings of candidates.
Candidates are advised against carrying any charts/tables/papers to their exam hall. For rough work, aspirants will be provided with scribble pads. Candidates need to write their names and registration numbers on the scribble pad before using it. When the exam ends, the scribble pad has to be returned to the invigilator.

Commonly asked questions

Q: What to carry on the IIT JAM 2025 examination day?

Q: What should I do immediately after downloading my IIT JAM admit card?

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

What if There is a Discrepancy in IIT JAM 2025 Admit Card?

In case of any discrepancy in the particulars of the candidate or his/her photograph and signature shown on the IIT JAM 2026 admit card, candidates should immediately approach the IIT Bombay Help Line between 10.00 am. and 5.00 pm. IIT Bombay mentions, "In such a case, the candidate would appear in the examination with the already downloaded Admit Card. However, IIT Bombay will take necessary action to make corrections in the record later." Hence, candidates need not worry about the possibility of not being allowed inside the IIT JAM exam centre. However, they must follow up with IIT Bombay before the commencement of the admission process.

What After Downloading the IIT JAM 2025 Admit Card or Hall Ticket?

After downloading the admit card of IIT JAM 2026, candidates will have to do the following:

Print Multiple Copies: Take at least two colour printouts of your admit card on A4-size paper.
Verify Details: Carefully check all the information printed on your admit card for any discrepancies.
Photo & Signature: Paste your photograph in the designated space. Do not sign the admit card at home.
Parental/Guardian Signature: Get your admit card signed by your parents or guardians.
Report Discrepancies: If you find any errors in the information printed on your admit card, immediately contact the IIT Delhi Helpline between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Also Read: Is IIT JAM 2025 exam difficult?

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is it mandatory to take a printout of IIT JAM admit card?

Q: What are the acceptable forms of photo identification for IIT JAM exam?

Q: What happens after I report a discrepancy in my IIT JAM admit card?

Ongoing

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Exam Date

Results

Cutoff

Counselling

Things to Carry and Forbidden at IIT JAM Exam Centre

IIT JAM 2026 admit card is important but you should also take these documents and things to the venue:

Any government-issued original photo card like PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, Ration Card, Passport, etc.)

Please carry the following objects to the centre:

one small sanitiser bottle
one mask
one transparent water bottle for drinking water
one transparent pen (Blue/Black)

Things that candidates must not carry to the IIT JAM 2026 exam center:

Devices: electronic devices (mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth, and any other communication devices) are completely prohibited.
Study materials: including books, notes, or written documents
Food/drinks: including snacks or drinks that are not water (drinking water must be in a transparent bottle), and
Jewellery: if necessary, please do not wear items that may potentially activate a metal detector (such as rings, earrings, or any number of bracelets).

Also Read: IIT JAM 2024 Marks VS Rank; Check Cut off (Released) and Opening- Closing Ranks