Good news for Indian students aiming for higher studies in science. The deadline to correct mistakes in your application form for the Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test (IIT JAM) 2026 has been extended. Students now have until November 13, 2025 , to make any necessary changes. The earlier deadline was November 10, 2025.
IIT JAM is a national-level entrance exam. It opens doors for students to join Master of Science (M.Sc.), M.Sc. (Tech.), MS (Research), M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, and other post-graduate science programs. These programs are offered at various Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institutes of Science (IISc). It also includes other Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs). Every year, thousands of students appear for this exam to pursue their science dreams. For 2026, IIT Bombay is in charge of conducting the examination.
The online window to make corrections in the application form opened on November 1, 2025 . This window allows students to review their submitted forms and fix any errors. This extension gives three more days to ensure all details are accurate.
Who Can Change Their Application?
Only students who successfully completed their IIT JAM 2026 application process are eligible. This means you must have registered and submitted your form between September 5, 2025 , and October 20, 2025 . If you applied during this period, you can now use this facility to make corrections until November 13, 2025.
What Information Can You Correct?
IIT Bombay has specified which parts of the application form students can edit. It is important to check these fields carefully as incorrect details can cause problems later. For example, a wrong name or date of birth might create issues with your admit card or during admission. Here is a list of the fields you are allowed to change:
| Field You Can Change |
| Name of the candidate |
| Date of Birth |
| Category (such as General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) |
| Exam City Choice (where you prefer to take the exam) |
| Exam Paper (the subject for which you are taking the test, e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Maths) |
Students should double-check these details to ensure they match their official documents.
Step-by-Step Guide to Correct Your Application
Making corrections to your IIT JAM 2026 application is a straightforward online process. Follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Go to the official JOAPS portal. The direct website link is: https://joaps.iitb.ac.in/login
- Step 2: Log in to your account. You will need your Enrolment ID or Email ID and your password.
- Step 3: You will see a simple math calculation on the screen. Solve it to prove you are not a robot.
- Step 4: Click on the "Login" button to access your application dashboard.
- Step 5: Find and click on the "Data Change" tab or link. This will open your application form for editing.
- Step 6: Make all the necessary changes to the allowed fields. Be careful and accurate.
- Step 7: After ensuring all corrections are made correctly, click on the "Save" button to submit your updated application.
There is no additional fee required to make these corrections. This service is provided free of cost to all eligible candidates.
Key Dates for IIT JAM 2026
Students should mark these upcoming dates on their calendars:
- Application Correction Last Date: November 13, 2025
- Admit Card Release Date: The admit cards will be released on January 5, 2026 . Students must download their admit cards from the official website.
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date: The entrance examination will be conducted on February 15, 2026 . The exam will be held for seven different subject papers across various cities in India.
Ensure your application details are correct by November 13, 2025. This will help avoid any problems when you download your admit card and appear for the exam.
