IIT JAM 2026 Admit Cards to be Released on January 5; Exam on February 15
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay will release the admit cards for the IIT JAM 2026 exam on January 5, 2026 . Students who applied for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) exam can download their admit cards from the official JOAPS portal. The IIT JAM 2026 examination is set for February 15, 2026 . This exam is for students who want to join Master's degree courses at IITs and other top institutes.
It is very important for all registered students to download their admit cards. The admit card is a must-have document to enter the examination hall. Without it, students cannot take the exam.
Important Dates for IIT JAM 2026
Here are the key dates for the IIT JAM 2026 examination:
| JAM 2026 Event | Date |
| IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card Release | January 5, 2026 |
| IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date | February 15, 2026 |
| IIT JAM 2026 Results | March 20, 2026 |
How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
Students can easily download their admit cards by following these steps:
- Step 1: Go to the official IIT JAM 2026 website. The address is joaps.iitb.ac.in/login .
- Step 2: Look for the JOAPS login link and click on it.
- Step 3: Enter your Enrollment ID and Password in the given fields.
- Step 4: Find the link that says 'Admit Card' or 'Hall Ticket' and click to download it.
- Step 5: After downloading, take a clear printout of the admit card. Keep this printout safe for your exam day.
Details on Your IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
Once you download your admit card, check all the details carefully. Make sure there are no mistakes. Your admit card will have the following information:
- Your Full Name
- Your Roll Number / Registration Number
- Your Recent Photo
- The Test Paper Code (for example, BT for Biotechnology)
- The Exam Date and Time for your session
- The Full Address of your Exam Centre
- Important rules and instructions for the exam day
- Your Signature
- Your Parent/Guardian's Contact Number
- The Organising Chairman's Signature
If you find any errors in your admit card, contact the IIT JAM helpdesk immediately. It is important to correct any mistakes before the exam date. Follow all the instructions given on the admit card for a smooth exam experience.
Students must carry a valid photo ID along with their admit card to the examination centre. This could be your Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License. Reach your exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card.
