IIT
Get insights from 6.9k questions on IIT, answered by students, alumni, and experts. You may also ask and answer any question you like about IIT
Follow Ask QuestionQuestions
Discussions
Active Users
Followers
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
IIT Madras creates a special academic committee. After the initial IIT JAM 2024 answer keys are published, candidates will have the opportunity to raise objections. The committee of experts will study any objections, and will announce results once an objection is made within the timeframe allowed. Candidates can also submit files as proof when submitting their objection.
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
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 pote
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
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.
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
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.
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
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.
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
The IIT JAM 2025 entrance exam does not require students to stick to a specific dress code. You can typically get away with wearing casual outfits. However, many exams however, especially ones at a professional level, may benefit from more formal apparel (e.g., wearing a shirt and trouser). Some institutions may have specific guidelines (e.g., wear shirts or t-shirts, jeans or trousers, and recommend against women wearing high heels.)
New answer posted
2 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
Candidates may utilize the JAM Score for admission to postgraduate programs like (i) MSc, (ii) MSc (Tech), (iii) MS (Research), (iv) MSc - M.Tech Dual Degree, (v) Joint MSc - PhD. and (vi) MSc - PhD Dual Degree, in different disciplines by premier institutes based on the JAM Score, to offer admission. Use of JAM 2026 Score for admission to various PhD programs can be classified as follows:
I. Admitting Institutes:
For the academic year 2026-27, there are approximately 3000 seats under postgraduate programs at 21 IITs. Candidates will be offered admission based on JAM 2026 Scores subject to candidates fulfilling the ERs and M
New answer posted
3 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
Category | Fee in INR |
IIT JAM 2026 application fee for all categories ( one test paper) | INR 2000 |
Seat booking fee after allotment for General/OBC-NCL/EWS category candidates | INR 15000 |
Seat booking fee after allotment for SC/ ST/ PWD category candidates | INR 5000 |
New answer posted
3 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
Candidates must first determine whether they have qualified for the exam by comparing their earned score to the qualifying or cutoff marks once the IIT JAM result has been announced. If they do, they will need to get ready for the IIT JAM counselling procedure, which is the further step.
New answer posted
3 weeks agoContributor-Level 7
Firstly, go through the syllabus and keep notes attached to it. Then create a study plan and refer to quality study material like recommended textbooks make consice notes for revision. Practice regularly solve mock tests, previous year papers and solve its problems.
BONUS: Don't use your phone when you are preparing for the exam. If you're studying then keep your phone silent and stay away from unnessecary distractions.
Taking an Exam? Selecting a College?
Get authentic answers from experts, students and alumni that you won't find anywhere else
Sign Up on ShikshaOn Shiksha, get access to
- 65k Colleges
- 1.2k Exams
- 688k Reviews
- 1800k Answers