IIT JAM Notification 2027
IIT JAM Notification 2027 is an important update for students who want to pursue postgraduate studies in science at IITs and other participating institutes. The Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) is a national-level computer-based entrance examination conducted for admission to various postgraduate programmes in science and related subjects.
IIT Kharagpur will conduct IIT JAM 2027 for admission to the academic session 2027-28. The examination is scheduled to be held on 14 February 2027 (Sunday). Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree or are appearing in the final examination of their qualifying degree in 2027 can appear for the examination, subject to the admission requirements of the respective programme.
IIT JAM 2027 Overview
IIT JAM provides students with an opportunity to apply for postgraduate programmes offered by the Indian Institutes of Technology and other participating institutes. Through this examination, students can pursue courses such as M.Sc., M.Sc. (Tech.), M.S. Research, M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree and Integrated Ph.D. programmes.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Examination | Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) |
| Conducting Institute | IIT Kharagpur |
| Academic Session | 2027-28 |
| Participating IITs | 23 |
| PG Programmes | 89 |
| Approx. IIT Seats | 3,000 |
| Examination Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Examination Duration | 3 Hours |
| Examination Date | 14 February 2027 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | jam.iitkgp.ac.in |
IIT JAM 2027 Eligibility Criteria
There is no age limit for appearing in IIT JAM 2027. Candidates from India and eligible foreign candidates can apply according to the examination and admission rules.
Candidates must have either already completed their undergraduate degree or be appearing in the final examination of their qualifying undergraduate degree in 2027.
However, simply qualifying in JAM does not automatically guarantee admission. Candidates must satisfy the Eligibility Requirements (ERs) and other admission conditions of the particular IIT and programme they choose.
At the time of admission, selected candidates may also have to submit a Physical Fitness Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner in the prescribed format. The admitting institute may conduct a physical fitness examination through its medical board.
IIT JAM Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee according to their category and the number of test papers selected.
| Category | One Test Paper | Two Test Papers |
|---|---|---|
| Female candidates (All Categories) / SC / ST / PwD | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
Candidates should carefully check all details before submitting the application form because the application fee and other applicable charges are subject to the official examination rules.
IIT JAM 2027 Application Form
The application form for IIT JAM 2027 will be available through the official JAM portal. Candidates should enter their personal, academic and other required information carefully.
The application process can generally be completed by following these steps:
- Visit the official IIT JAM 2027 website.
- Open the online application section.
- Register or log in to the application portal.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select the required test paper or test papers.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee according to the category.
- Check the complete application form carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Save and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
IIT JAM 2027 Important Dates
The important dates provided for IIT JAM 2027 are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | To Be Updated |
| JAM 2027 Examination | 14 February 2027 |
| Result | To Be Updated |
Candidates should regularly check the official JAM website for updates regarding the admit card, answer key, result, admission process and other important announcements.
IIT JAM 2027 Exam Pattern
IIT JAM 2027 will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode. The question paper will contain three sections: Section A, Section B and Section C.
The seven test papers are Biotechnology (BT), Chemistry (CY), Economics (EN), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA), Mathematical Statistics (MS), and Physics (PH).
| Section | Question Type | Questions | Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A | MCQ | 30 | Negative marking |
| Section B | MSQ | 10 | No negative marking |
| Section C | NAT | 20 | No negative marking |
| Total | — | 60 | 100 Marks |
The examination will be conducted for 3 hours, and the question paper will be available in English.
Section A: MCQ
Section A contains multiple-choice questions. For one-mark questions, 1/3 mark is deducted for an incorrect answer. For two-mark questions, 2/3 mark is deducted for an incorrect answer. Only one option is correct for each question.
Section B: MSQ
Section B contains multiple-select questions. One or more options may be correct. There is no negative marking and no partial marking in this section.
Section C: NAT
Section C contains numerical answer type questions. Candidates have to enter their numerical answers using the virtual numeric keypad. No answer choices are provided, and there is no negative marking.
IIT JAM 2027 Question Paper Structure
| Section | Type | Question Numbers | Marks | Important Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | MCQ | 1–30 | 1 or 2 each | Negative marking |
| B | MSQ | 31–40 | 2 each | No negative marking |
| C | NAT | 41–60 | 1 or 2 each | No negative marking |
In Section A, questions 1 to 10 carry one mark each, while questions 11 to 30 carry two marks each. In Section C, questions 41 to 50 carry one mark each and questions 51 to 60 carry two marks each.
IIT JAM 2027 Exam Schedule
The IIT JAM 2027 examination will be conducted in two sessions on 14 February 2027.
| Session | Time | Test Papers |
|---|---|---|
| Forenoon | 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM | Chemistry (CY), Geology (GG), Mathematics (MA) |
| Afternoon | 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM | Biotechnology (BT), Economics (EN), Mathematical Statistics (MS), Physics (PH) |
Candidates should check their admit card carefully for their assigned examination centre, paper, reporting instructions and other details.
Why IIT JAM Is Important
IIT JAM gives science graduates an opportunity to study at some of India’s leading institutes. The examination covers subjects from areas such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biotechnology, economics, geology and mathematical statistics.
A good JAM score can help eligible candidates compete for postgraduate seats across participating IITs. However, candidates should check the programme-wise eligibility requirements before applying because the required undergraduate subjects and academic conditions can differ between courses.
Important Links
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Information Bulletin | Click Here |
| JAM Syllabus | Click Here |
| Previous Question Papers | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
What is IIT JAM 2027?
IIT JAM 2027 is a national-level entrance examination for admission to postgraduate science and related programmes at participating IITs and other institutes.
Who will conduct IIT JAM 2027?
IIT Kharagpur will conduct the IIT JAM 2027 examination.
When will IIT JAM 2027 be conducted?
The IIT JAM 2027 examination is scheduled for 14 February 2027, Sunday.
What is the last date to apply for IIT JAM 2027?
The last date for online application submission is 12 October 2026, according to the provided schedule.
Is there any age limit for IIT JAM 2027?
No. There is no age restriction for appearing in IIT JAM 2027.
How many test papers are available in IIT JAM 2027?
There are seven test papers: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Physics.
