IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key Released at jam2026.iitb.ac.in

Published: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:58 [IST]

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has released the IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 can now access the provisional answer key along with their response sheets through the official portal: jam2026.iitb.ac.in.

The answer key enables candidates to evaluate their performance and estimate their probable scores before the final results are announced.

IIT JAM 2026: Key Highlights

Exam Name: IIT JAM 2026
Conducting Body: IIT Bombay
Exam Date: February 15, 2026
Answer Key Release: February 2026 (latest update)
Official Website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in

How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key

Candidates can follow these steps to download the answer key:

Visit the official website: jam2026.iitb.ac.in
Click on the "JAM 2026 Answer Key" or "Response Sheet" link
Log in via the JOAPS portal using your credentials
View the answer key and response sheet
Download the PDF for future reference

Objection Window & Final Answer Key

Candidates will also be given an opportunity to challenge the provisional answer key within a specified time window. After reviewing all objections, IIT Bombay will release the final answer key, which will be used to prepare the results.

The objection window is expected to remain open for a few days following the release, and candidates are advised to submit valid proof while raising challenges.

Result Date & What's Next

As per the official schedule, the IIT JAM 2026 results are expected to be announced on March 20, 2026.

The JAM exam is a gateway for admission to postgraduate programmes such as MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, and other courses offered by IITs and participating institutes.

Important Note for Candidates

Candidates should carefully compare their responses with the answer key to calculate estimated scores. The response sheet, released earlier, helps in cross-verifying answers and improving transparency in the evaluation process.

Applicants are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding objections, final answer key, and result announcements.