IIT Bombay Announces JAM 2026 Exam and Application Dates
Last Date to Apply: 12 October 2025
Total No. Of Seats: 3,000 Seats
Name of the Exam: Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026
Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree (in Science/related field) or In Final year.
Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Subjects in JAM Exam (as of recent years):
- 1) Biotechnology (BT)
- 2) Chemistry (CY)
- 3) Economics (EN)
- 4) Geology (GG)
- 5) Mathematics (MA)
- 6) Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- 7) Physics (PH)
Programs Offered via JAM:
- M.Sc. (Two-Year)
- Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D.
- M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree
- M.Sc.-M.Tech.
- Integrated Ph.D. (at IISc)
Exam Pattern:
- Duration: 3 hours
- Total Questions: 60
- Total Marks: 100
Sections:
- Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Section B: Multiple Select Questions (MSQs)
- Section C: Numerical Answer Type (NAT)
Fee: The application fee for female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates is Rs.1,000 for one test paper and Rs.1,350 for two papers. For all other candidates, the fee is Rs.2,000 for one paper and Rs.2,700 for two papers.
Official Website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
Official Notification: Click here
How to Apply: Click here
Important Dates:
- Starting Date to Apply: 05 September 2025
- Last Date of Online Application: 12 October 2025
- JAM 2026 Examination: 15 February 2026 (Sunday)
- Announcement of JAM 2026 Results: 18 March 2026
What is JAM? or What is Joint Admission Test for Master’s?
The Joint Admission Test for Master’s (JAM) is a national-level entrance exam conducted in India for admission to postgraduate science programs. It is primarily used for admission to M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree, and other post-bachelor’s degree programs offered at Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore.
Where Can You Get In?
JAM 2026 opens doors to:
- 3000 seats across 22 IITs
Institutes Accepting JAM Scores
No. Of Seats: 2300+ seats
- IISc Bangalore
- NITs
- IISER Pune & Bhopal
- DIAT, JNCASR, IIPE, SLIET…and more (via CCMN)
Total: 89 postgraduate programs at top-tier institutes!
Why Apply for JAM 2026?
- Entry into India's top science institutes & Programs
- High-quality research and academic exposure
- Opens door to Ph.D., research careers, or industry jobs
Final Thoughts:
- If you’re passionate about advancing your knowledge and building a science-focused career, JAM 2026 is a well-regarded and established pathway.
- It provides access not just to top academic programs—but also to strong career prospects in research, industry, and public sector roles.
- Even if you're currently finishing your degree or exploring career options, JAM offers flexibility and repeated opportunities to secure admission.
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