IIT JAM Previous Year Question Paper is a crucial part of exam preparation, as it helps candidates understand the trend, type, and depth of the questions asked in the examination. Solving the JAM previous year question papers also enables test takers to identify static and dynamic types of questions and determine whether certain questions are repeated in the exam.

Candidates must prepare for IIT JAM 2026 by thoroughly going through the previous year's question papers and analysing the frequency of topics from the IIT JAM 2026 syllabus that are repeatedly asked. Analysis of previous year question papers, syllabus and IIT JAM exam pattern 2026 aids in strategic planning and focused preparation.

The IIT JAM 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on February 15, 2026, at various exam centres across the nation, in two shifts, for a duration of three hours.

Read this Sciastra Exam page to get complete insights on the IIT JAM 2026 question paper, previous year question papers, answer keys, and other related details.

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IIT JAM 2026 Highlights

Before applying for the IIT JAM 2026 registration form, candidates can check out the exam highlights from the section below:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for Master's, IIT JAM, JAM

Conducting Body for 2026 session

Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IIT Bombay)

Exam Level

National-level Postgraduate Entrance Exam

Exam Frequency

Once a Year (Typically in February)

Mode of Exam

Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Total Applicants

Approximately 1–2 Lakhs

Courses Offered

  • MSc

  • MSc (Tech.)

  • MS (Research)

  • MSc –MTech Dual Degree

  • Joint MSc–PhD

  • MSc–PhD Dual Degree

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Number of Papers & Marks

7 Papers (Physics, Mathematics, Mathematics, Biotechnology, Geology & Mathematical Statistics)- 100 Marks Each

Total Questions per Paper

60 Questions

Question Types & Marking Scheme

- Section A: 30 MCQs (10 questions: 1 mark each, 20 questions: 2 marks each, negative marking)
- Section B: 10 MSQs (2 marks each, no negative marking)
- Section C: 20 NAT questions (10 questions: 1 mark each, 10 questions: 2 marks each, no negative marking)

Language/Medium

English

Colleges Accepting Scores

IITs, IISc Bangalore, NITs, and Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs)

Total Seats

Approximately 2,900

Number of Exam Cities

113

Official Website

jam2026.iitb.ac.in

IIT JAM 2025 Question Paper

Candidates can check out the subject-wise IIT JAM 2025 question paper and their master answer key from here:

IIT JAM 2025 Question Paper

Answer Key

Biotechnology Question Paper

Final Answer Key

Economics Question Paper

Final Answer key

Geology Question Paper

Final Answer Key

Mathematics Question Paper

Final Answer Key

Physics Question Paper

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Chemistry Question Paper

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Mathematical Statistics Question Paper

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IIT JAM Previous Year Question Papers

IIT JAM Previous year question paper helps the candidate in analysing the trends and recurring topics. Students can identify key areas to focus on and manage their time efficiently during the IIT JAM exam. Solving past papers not only builds confidence but also enhances problem-solving speed and accuracy, making it an essential step in comprehensive IIT JAM preparation.

IIT JAM Biotechnology Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Biotechnology previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Biotechnology Question Paper

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Biotechnology Question Paper

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Biotechnology Question Paper

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Biotechnology Question Paper

2020

IIT JAM 2020 Biotechnology Question Paper

IIT JAM Mathematics Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Mathematics previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Mathematics Question Paper

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Mathematics Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Mathematics Question Paper

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Mathematics Question Paper 

2020

IIT JAM 2020 Mathematics Question Paper

IIT JAM Mathematical Statistics Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Mathematical Statistics previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Mathematical Statistics Question Paper

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Mathematical Statistics  Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Mathematical Statistics Question Paper 

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Mathematical Statistics  Question Paper 

2020

IIT JAM 2020 Mathematical Statistics  Question Paper 

IIT JAM Physics Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Physics previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Physics Question Paper

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Physics Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Physics Question Paper 

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Physics Question Paper 

2020

IIT JAM 2020 Physics  Question Paper 

IIT JAM Chemistry Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Chemistry previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Chemistry Question Paper

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Chemistry Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Chemistry Question Paper 

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Chemistry Question Paper 

2020

IIT JAM 2020 Chemistry Question Paper 

IIT JAM Economics Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Economics previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Economics Question Paper 

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Economics Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Economics Question Paper 

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Economics Question Paper 

IIT JAM Geology Previous Year Question Papers

Candidates can check out the IIT JAM Geology previous year question papers from here:

Year

Question Paper

2024

IIT JAM 2024 Geology Question Paper 

2023

IIT JAM 2023 Geology Question Paper 

2022

IIT JAM 2022 Geology Question Paper 

2021

IIT JAM 2021 Geology Question Paper 

2020

IIT JAM 2020 CGeology Question Paper