IIT JAM Pattern
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2 months agoBeginner-Level 5
Yes, all IIT JAM papers follow the same 3-hour, 100-mark format. This structure applies in all seven disciplines, which include 60 questions divided into three sections. All papers are computer-based and presented in English, and every section is mandatory for all candidates.
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
IIT JAM 2026 aspirants can check the below table for exam day shift timings:
| Examination Date | Session Time | Test Papers and Code |
|---|---|---|
| February 15, 2026 (Sunday) | Forenoon (FN) 9.30 am to 12.30 pm | • Chemistry (CY) • Geology (GG) • Mathematics (MA) |
| Afternoon (AN) 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm | • Biotechnology (BT) • Economics (EN) • Mathematical Statistics (MS) • Physics (PH) |
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
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
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
There will be a total of 60 questions carrying a total of 100 marks.
Section - C has total 20 Numerical Answer Type questions involving 10 questions of one mark each and 10 questions of two marks each. For NAT questions.
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2 years ago
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JAM 2026 Examination will be conducted in 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 divoded in such a way that the exam will be 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) o
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
JAM 2025 Examination for all the Test Papers will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) where the candidates will be 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 will be deducted and similarly for each wrong an
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
In IIT JAM 2026 exam pattern there will be no deduction of marks for unanswered questions. Such questions will not be taken into consideration while calculating the total marks.
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