IIT JAM 2027 Application Form will be released online on the official website on September 5, 2027, for candidates interested in pursuing their master's degree programmes at IITs, NITs and other participating institutes.
In order to register, candidates need to meet the minimum JAM 2027 eligibility criteria and are required to apply through JOAPS (JAM Online Application Processing System).
The last date to submit the IIT JAM 2027 application form is October 12, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the registration process before the deadline and keep all the required documents and details ready in advance.
IIT JAM 2027 will be conducted on February 14, 2027, in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The JAM 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on March 18, 2027.
IIT JAM 2027 Registration Dates
Candidates can check the important JAM 2027 registration dates below:
Particulars | Details |
JAM 2027 Information Brochure | August 31, 2026 |
JAM 2027 Registration Begins | September 5, 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | October 12, 2026 |
JAM 2027 Exam Date | February 14, 2027 |
IIT JAM 2027: Exam Conducting Body
Exam Name: Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM)
JAM 2027 Organising Institute: IIT Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur will conduct the JAM 2027 examination on behalf of the participating institutes.
The examination will provide candidates with an opportunity to seek admission to postgraduate programmes at participating IITs and other result-sharing institutes.
Candidates must complete the registration process through the official JAM 2027 website.
IIT JAM 2027 Courses and Programmes Offered
JAM 2027 scores will be used for admission to various postgraduate programmes offered by participating institutes.
Participating IITs: 23 IITs
Programmes offered: 89
Total seats: More than 3,000
The programmes include:
MSc
MSc (Tech)
MS (Research)
MSc-MTech Dual Degree
Joint MSc-PhD
MSc-PhD Dual Degree
Integrated PhD programmes
Candidates should note that eligibility requirements may vary depending on the institute and programme.
Candidates must check the respective programme's admission requirements before applying for admission.
IIT JAM 2027 Test Papers
Candidates can appear for JAM 2027 in the following seven test papers:
Biotechnology (BT)
Chemistry (CY)
Economics (EN)
Geology (GG)
Mathematical Statistics (MS)
Mathematics (MA)
Physics (PH)
Candidates can appear for a maximum of two test papers.
Candidates choosing two papers must select papers scheduled in different examination sessions.
The selected test papers should also satisfy the prescribed combination rules.
Candidates should check the official JAM 2027 website before finalising their test paper choices.
Details to Keep Ready Before IIT JAM 2027 Registration
Candidates should keep the following information and documents ready before starting the application process:
A valid and active email ID.
A valid mobile number.
Personal details, including:
Candidate's name
Date of birth
Gender
Category
Nationality
Academic details, including:
Class 10 details
Class 12 details
Undergraduate degree details
Qualifying examination information
Preferred JAM test paper(s).
Preferred examination cities.
Recent passport-size colour photograph.
Scanned signature.
Class 10/SSC certificate.
Category certificate, wherever applicable.
PwD certificate and UDID details, wherever applicable.
Valid payment method for paying the application fee.
Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents comply with the prescribed format, size and specifications mentioned on the official website.
How to Apply for IIT JAM 2027?
Candidates will be able to complete the JAM 2027 registration through the JOAPS portal. The application process will involve the following steps:
Visit the official IIT JAM 2027 website.
Click on the JOAPS registration/application link.
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Create the required login credentials.
Log in to the JOAPS portal using the registered credentials.
Enter personal and academic details in the application form.
Select the preferred JAM test paper or test paper combination.
Select the examination city as per preference.
Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
Review all the information entered in the application form.
Pay the applicable IIT JAM 2027 application fee through the available online payment modes.
Submit the application form.
Download and save the submitted application form and fee payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates are advised to enter all details carefully because incorrect information may create problems during subsequent stages of the admission process.
IIT JAM 2027 Application Fee
The application fee for JAM 2027 varies depending on the candidate's category and the number of test papers selected.
Female/SC/ST/PwD Candidates
One test paper: ₹1,000
Two test papers: ₹1,350
All Other Candidates
One test paper: ₹2,000
Two test papers: ₹2,700
Additional points candidates should note:
The application fee has to be paid online.
Payment can be made through available digital payment options such as debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI and wallet.
The application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Candidates should verify the fee applicable to their category before making the payment.
IIT JAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility requirements to appear for JAM 2027.
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.