IIT Bombay Launches Official Website for Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has officially launched the website for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026. The national-level exam offers admission to postgraduate science programs across IITs and other participating institutes.
Important Dates for JAM 2026
- Online Application Start Date: September 5, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 12, 2025
- Admit Card Download Available From: January 5, 2026
- Exam Date: February 15, 2026
- Result Announcement: March 20, 2026
How to Apply for JAM 2026
- Visit the official JAM 2026 portal: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
- Register by providing all necessary details.
- Log in using your credentials to access the application form.
- Fill in the registration form and select your preferred exam city.
- Upload required documents as per guidelines.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
About the JAM Exam
The JAM exam is a highly competitive entrance test conducted annually to provide admission into various postgraduate programs like MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, and other related science programs at 22 IITs and IISc Bengaluru.
For the academic session 2026-27, about 3,000 seats are offered through JAM across multiple IITs, making it a key gateway for students aiming for sarkari naukri through higher education and research.
Admit Card and Result Updates
- Admit Cards: Candidates can download their JAM 2026 admit cards starting January 5, 2026, from the official website.
- Result Declaration: The official result will be announced on March 20, 2026. Candidates can check the latest result and their merit list status online.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Where can I apply for JAM 2026?
- You can apply online at the official JAM 2026 website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
- What is the last date to submit the JAM 2026 application?
- The online application window closes on October 12, 2025.
- When will the JAM 2026 exam be conducted?
- The exam is scheduled for February 15, 2026, conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode.
- How can I download my JAM admit card?
- Admit cards will be available for download on January 5, 2026, from the official website.
- When will the JAM 2026 results be announced?
- Results will be declared on March 20, 2026. Candidates can check the exam result and merit list at the official site.
- Is IIT JAM qualification helpful for government job aspirants?
- Yes, qualifying JAM opens up admission to premier institutes which can enhance your profile for sarkari naukri and research-oriented government jobs.