The Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) is a national level entrance exam that offers admission to various postgraduate programmes such as M.Sc., M.S. Research, Dual‑Degree courses and Ph.D. programmes across India’s premier institutes.

Exam Overview

Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate must have completed a bachelor’s degree or be in the final year of an undergraduate programme.
• Proof of qualification (degree certificate or a signed statement from the head of the institute for students without a marksheet) is required at admission.
• Foreign nationals holding an Indian degree are eligible, subject to the admitting institute’s policy.
• All admitted candidates must submit a Physical Fitness Certificate and may undergo a fitness test as per the institute’s guidelines. Admission can be cancelled if a candidate is found physically unfit.

Application Fee Structure

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official JAM portal: IIT Kharagpur – JAM.
2. Scroll to the “Important Web‑Links” section and click on “Online Application Form”. This opens a new page.
3. Login or create an account, then fill in personal and educational details.
4. Upload required documents (degree certificate, marksheet, etc.).
5. Pay the application fee as per your category using the available payment options.
6. Submit the form and print a copy for future reference.

Important Dates

• Start of online application: 12 September 2026
• Last date to submit application: 12 October 2026
• Exam date: 14 February 2027
• Admit card availability: To be updated
• Result announcement: To be updated

Exam Pattern (as per latest available information)

• Test papers offered: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Physics.
• Total questions: 60 – 30 in Section A, 10 in Section B, 20 in Section C.
• Medium: English.
• Total marks: 100.
• Negative marking:
  • Section A: 1/3 of the mark for each wrong answer to a 1‑mark question and 2/3 for a 2‑mark question.
  • Section B: No negative or partial marking.
  • Section C: No negative marking.

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FAQs (Common Queries)

• Can I appear for more than one test paper? Yes, candidates may choose to sit for up to two papers.
• What is the application fee for a single paper? It depends on your category – see the fee table above.
• When will admit cards be released? The date has not been announced yet; keep checking the official website.
• Will there be any changes in exam pattern for 2027? No updates have been issued; the pattern remains as described above.