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IIT JAM 2027 Registration Close Today: What Candidates Must Know About Process, Exam Date and 23 IITs

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IIT JAM 2027 registration closes on October 19, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the JOAPS portal for admission to postgraduate programmes at 23 IITs. Check the application process, fees, eligibility and February 14 exam date.

IIT JAM 2027 Registration Close Today: What Candidates Must Know About Process, Exam Date and 23 IITs

IIT JAM 2027 Registration Ends Today, October 19

Kolkata : Students who wish to study at the postgraduate level at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) or other institutes, can apply for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027, till 11.50 pm today. Earlier, the deadline was set as October 12. To apply, visit the official website of JAM 2027 at jointpmt.nic.in. The registration process includes filling in and submitting the required information, uploading scanned copies of signature and photograph, selecting the test city and paper(s) and paying the application fee.

This year, 23 IITs will conduct postgraduate programmes for which students can appear in the JAM 2027. To apply for JAM 2027, students must meet the eligibility criteria. These criteria can be different for different universities and different programmes. Students are, however, advised to visit the official website to get detailed information on how to apply for JAM 2027, eligibility criteria, important dates and other information. The official information brochure for JAM 2027 has also been released.

How to Fill JAM 2027 Application Form

Here are the steps students can follow to fill the application form for JAM 2027.

  • Visit the official JAM website.
  • Open the JOAPS application portal.
  • Register or log in with email id and password.
  • Fill in required personal and academic details.
  • Select the test city.
  • Upload photograph, signature and other documents.
  • Pay the application fee.
  • Submit the application form.

IIT JAM 2027 Application Fee

The application fee depends on the candidate category and the number of test papers selected.

Candidate category

One test paper

Two test papers

Female, SC, ST and PwD candidates

₹1,000

₹1,350

All other candidates

₹2,000

₹2,700

Candidates should confirm the fee and any applicable payment-gateway charges on the official portal before completing payment.

Who Is Eligible for IIT JAM 2027?

Candidates who have finished their undergraduate studies or are in their final year of their undergraduate studies can apply to the JAM 2027 exam. However, fulfilling the eligibility criteria of JAM 2027 and the admission requirements of the preferred institute are separate. There is no age limitation for the exam. Qualifying JAM does not guarantee admission to a preferred institute/programme.

Each institute has its own educational qualification for admission. Also, while applying, the candidate needs to see if the eligibility criteria of the programme of their preferred institutes are in line with the eligibility criteria of the course applied for JAM.

IIT JAM 2027 Exam Date and Pattern

The IIT JAM examination will be held on 14 February 2027, from 9.30 AM to 12.30 noon (forenoon) and from 2.30 PM to 5.30 PM (afternoon) sessions. A total of seven papers are listed in the official schedule.

Session

Timing

Test papers

Forenoon

9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics

Afternoon

2:30 PM–5:30 PM

Biotechnology, Economics, Mathematical Statistics, Physics

As per the guidelines, candidates are allowed to attempt one or two test papers, however the selected papers must be in different sessions. The examination is in the form of MCQs, MSQs and NATs. The result is expected to be declared on 18 March 2027, however, candidates are advised to continue visiting the official website for other important notification related to the examination and admission process.

What Should Applicants Do Before the Deadline?

With registration deadline approaching, candidates must check if the document uploads, test paper selection, preferred city selection and payment are in order and then only submit the application form.

If applicants have any issues with the application process, they need to contact the GATE-JAM Office at IIT Kharagpur through the phone numbers mentioned on the official website. Keep the application confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for IIT JAM 2027?

The last date to apply for IIT JAM 2027 is October 19, 2026, according to the official IIT JAM Website.

2. Where can candidates apply for IIT JAM 2027?

Candidates can apply for IIT JAM 2027 on the official JOAPS portal at joaps.iitkgp.ac.in.

3. When will IIT JAM 2027 be conducted?

IIT JAM 2027 will be conducted on February 14, 2027.

4. How many IITs are participating in JAM 2027?

According to the official website, 23 IITs will offer admission to 89 postgraduate programs for the academic session 2027-28.

5. What is the IIT JAM 2027 application fee?

For female, SC, ST, and PwD candidates, the fee is ₹1,000 for one paper/test/day or ₹1,350 for two papers/tests. While for all other categories, it is ₹2,000 for one paper/test or ₹2,700 for two papers/tests.

6. Can final-year undergraduates apply for JAM 2027?

Yes, candidates who are in the final year of their undergraduate course can apply for JAM 2027, subject to specific eligibility criteria.

7. When will the IIT JAM 2027 result be declared?

IIT JAM 2027 result will be declared on March 18, 2027.

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