IIT JAM 2027 registration has started for candidates seeking admission to postgraduate programmes at the Indian Institutes of Technology and other participating institutes. The IIT JAM application form 2027 is available online through the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in.

IIT Kharagpur is the organising institute for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can complete the IIT JAM online application form through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS).

The last date to submit the IIT JAM application form 2027 is October 12, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the registration and fee payment before the deadline and carefully verify all details before submitting the form. The JAM 2027 examination will be conducted on February 14, 2027, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The result is scheduled to be announced on March 18, 2027.

IIT JAM 2027 Registration: Important Dates

Event

Date

IIT JAM 2027 Registration Begins

September 11, 2026

Last Date to Apply

October 12, 2026

IIT JAM 2027 Examination

February 14, 2027

IIT JAM 2027 Result

March 18, 2027

Candidates should regularly check the official JAM website for any updates regarding the application process, admit card and admission schedule.

IIT JAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying candidates are advised to meticulously check out the JAM 2027 eligibility criteria inorder to not lose their candidature at any stage during the admission process.

  • Candidates who have completed an undergraduate degree are eligible to apply.

  • Candidates appearing in the final examination of their qualifying undergraduate degree in 2027 can also apply.

  • Candidates must complete the qualifying degree within the prescribed timeline for admission.

  • There is no age limit for appearing in IIT JAM 2027.

  • There is no restriction on the number of attempts.

  • There is no minimum percentage requirement for appearing in the JAM examination.

  • Candidates with backlogs may apply, subject to fulfilling the admission requirements of the respective programme.

  • Candidates must separately satisfy the programme-specific eligibility criteria of the institute to which they seek admission.

How to Fill IIT JAM 2027 Application Form

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the application form of IIT JAM 2027:

Step 1: Visit the official IIT JAM website and access the JOAPS portal.

Website Link-jam.iitkgp.ac.in

Direct Registrtaion Link-joaps.iitkgp.ac.in/login

Step 2: Register using your name, valid email ID, active mobile number and a password. An Enrolment ID and OTP will be sent to the registered email ID and mobile number.

Step 3: Log in to JOAPS using the Enrolment ID or registered email ID and complete the application form by entering personal, academic and examination-related details.

Step 4: Select the preferred JAM test paper or papers and examination cities. Candidates should carefully check the test paper combination before submitting the form.

Step 5: Upload the required documents, including a recent photograph, signature, date of birth proof and applicable category certificate.

Step 6: Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.

Step 7: Submit the application form and save/download the confirmation page for future reference. Candidates should also regularly check their application status on JOAPS.

IIT JAM Application Form Fees 2027

Candidates have to pay the prescribed IIT JAM application form fees while submitting the online application. The IIT JAM fee structure depends on the candidate's category and whether they select one or two test papers.

Gender/Category

One Test Paper

Two Test Papers

Female/SC/ST/PwD

₹1,000

₹1,350

All Others

₹2,000

₹2,700

The IIT JAM registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. Candidates can make the payment through net banking, debit card, credit card, UPI or wallet. IIT JAM does not charge a processing fee, although applicable bank or payment gateway charges have to be paid by the candidate.

Documents Required for IIT JAM Application Form 2027

Document

Details / Requirement

Class 10/SSC Marksheet or Certificate

Candidates should keep their Class 10/SSC marksheet or certificate ready while filling out the IIT JAM application form 2027.

Recent Passport-Size Photograph

A recent colour passport-size photograph must be uploaded as per the prescribed size, format and quality requirements.

Signature

Candidates need to upload their signature in the prescribed format and specifications mentioned by the examination authority.

Category Certificate

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC-NCL or EWS categories should upload a valid category certificate, wherever applicable.

PwD Certificate/Disability Documentation

PwD candidates need to provide the required disability certificate or relevant documentation as specified by the official authorities.

Document Specifications

Candidates should carefully check the official website for the prescribed file format, dimensions, file size and other requirements before uploading documents.

JAM 2027 provides an opportunity for candidates to pursue postgraduate programmes in science and related disciplines. According to the official website, the examination facilitates admissions across 23 IITs, with 89 programmes and more than 3,000 seats available through the participating IITs. JAM scores are also shared with IISc and several other institutes for their respective admission processes.