The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has officially opened online registration for the IIT JAM 2026 exam. Students who wish to apply for Master's (M.Sc.) or other postgraduate science programs at top institutes like the IITs and IISc can now fill out their application forms. The last date to register online is October 20, 2025 , at 11:59 PM. The IIT JAM 2026 exam will be held on February 15, 2026 .
All interested students must apply through the Joint Admission Test for Master's (JAM) Online Application Processing System, known as the JOAPS portal. The official website for all information and registration is jam2026.iitb.ac.in . It is important for candidates to complete their registration early to avoid any last-minute technical problems or internet issues.
Important Dates for IIT JAM 2026
Here are the key dates related to IIT JAM 2026:
- Online registration starts: (Date not specified in original, but implied as 'just released')
- Last date to apply online: October 20, 2025 (11:59 PM)
- IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date: February 15, 2026
The exam on February 15, 2026, will be held in two time slots:
- Morning slot: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
- Afternoon slot: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
How to Apply for IIT JAM 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete your IIT JAM 2026 registration:
- First, go to the official IIT JAM 2026 website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in . You will find the link to the JOAPS portal there. JOAPS is the online system where you will fill out and submit your application.
- Create your account on the JOAPS portal. Then, fill in all the required personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications in the application form. Make sure all information is correct.
- Upload the necessary documents. These include a recent passport-size photo , your signature , and proof of your date of birth . If you belong to special categories like OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST, or PwD , you must also upload a valid category certificate to claim benefits.
- Pay the application fee online. The fee amount depends on your category and how many test papers you choose. You can pay using online payment methods like debit card, credit card, or net banking.
- Review your entire application form carefully before final submission. Check all details, uploaded documents, and fee payment status. Once everything is correct, submit your IIT JAM application form 2026 . It is advised to download and save a copy of the submitted form for your records.
IIT JAM 2026 Application Fee
The application fee for IIT JAM 2026 varies based on your category and the number of test papers you select. You can choose to appear for one or two test papers.
| Category | Fee for One Test Paper | Fee for Two Test Papers |
| Female / SC / ST / PwD Candidates | INR 1000 | INR 1350 |
| All Other Categories | INR 2000 | INR 2700 |
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Structure
For students preparing for the exam, understanding the question paper structure is important. The IIT JAM 2026 exam will be a computer-based test with different sections and marking schemes.
| Section | Question Numbers | Marks per Question | Number of Questions | Total Marks |
| Section-A | Q.1 – Q.10 | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Section-A | Q.11 – Q.30 | 2 | 20 | 40 |
| Section B | Q.31 - Q.40 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
| Section C | Q.41 - Q.50 | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Section C | Q.51 - Q.60 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
Candidates are encouraged to check the official website for detailed information on exam syllabus and eligibility criteria before applying.
