Mumbai, July 31, 2025: The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) has officially launched the website for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. As per the schedule, the JAM 2026 exam will be conducted on February 15, 2026 (Sunday). The online application process will begin on September 5, 2025.
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The exam is a gateway for admission into various postgraduate science programs including MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, MSc-PhD Dual Degree, and other PG science degrees offered by premier Indian institutes. IIT Bombay has also released the tentative schedule, paper-wise session timings, and examination city zones.
JAM 2026 Key Highlights:
- Conducting Body: IIT Bombay
- Exam Date: February 15, 2026
- Application Starts: September 5, 2025
- Official Website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
- Programmes Offered: 89 PG programs across 22 IITs
- Total Seats: Over 3,000
The institute has also released a tentative schedule, session-wise paper timings, and exam city zones on the official website. The details are accessible through the “Important Dates” section on the JAM 2026 portal.
What is JAM?
The Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) is a national-level entrance exam conducted annually for students aspiring to pursue advanced education – postgraduate courses, including MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, MSc-PhD dual degree, and other PG science degrees at top Indian institutes in science and technology at IITs and other top institutes.
A total of 89 PG programmes will be offered across 22 IITs for the academic year 2026–27, covering more than 3,000 seats. Candidates who qualify JAM 2026 will be eligible for admission to participating institutes, subject to meeting the Minimum Educational Qualifications (MEQs) and Eligibility Requirements (ERs) defined by each institute.
Candidates who qualify in JAM 2026 will be eligible for consideration across participating institutes. However, admission is subject to the specific eligibility criteria (MEQ) of the admitting institute.
A note on the official website states: “The Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) has set the benchmark for undergraduate science education in the country for the past two decades.”
The exam remains a pivotal route for students aiming to pursue advanced education in pure sciences from top technical institutes in India.
How to Apply for JAM 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
- Register with required personal and academic details
- Log in with the credentials generated
- Fill out the application form carefully
- Choose preferred paper(s) and exam city
- Upload necessary documents
- Pay the registration fee online
The Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to postgraduate programs such as MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, and other science programs offered by various IITs and participating institutes.
Campusutra Insight:
With AICTE’s admission deadline for this academic session ending on July 31, 2025, the launch of the JAM 2026 portal brings a fresh opportunity for students planning ahead for the 2026–27 MSc admission cycle. Given the competitive nature of this exam, aspirants are advised to start their preparation early.
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