IIT JAM 2027 Registration Begins September 12: Check Details

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur will conduct the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027 for admission to postgraduate programmes in science and related disciplines.

IIT JAM 2027 Registration Begins September 12

As per the official JAM 2027 schedule, the online registration process will begin on September 12, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications through the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in. The last date to apply is October 12, 2026.

JAM 2027 will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode on February 14, 2027. The examination will offer seven test papers: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematics and Physics. Candidates can appear for a maximum of two test papers.

IIT JAM 2027: Who Can Apply?

Candidates who have already completed their undergraduate degree or are appearing for the final examination of their qualifying undergraduate degree in 2027 are eligible to apply. The qualifying degree must be completed before admission to the respective programme. There is no age limit for appearing in JAM 2027, and candidates can apply irrespective of nationality, subject to the admission requirements of the concerned institute.

IIT JAM 2027 Exam Date and Timings

The JAM 2027 examination will be held on February 14, 2027 (Sunday). Candidates should check their admit card for their allotted test paper, examination centre and reporting instructions.

The official website lists March 18, 2027 as the result date.

IIT JAM 2027 Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate's gender and category.

The application fee is non-refundable. Candidates can pay online through net banking, debit card, credit card, UPI or wallet.

Documents Required for IIT JAM 2027 Registration

Candidates should keep the following documents and information ready before starting the online application:

• Class 10/SSC marksheet or certificate
• Recent colour passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwD certificate and UDID number, wherever applicable
• Details of the qualifying undergraduate degree
• Valid photo identity document details
• Personal and academic information required in the application form

The official JAM website specifies that the photograph should be recent, in colour and in JPEG/JPG format. Candidates belonging to OBC-NCL, EWS, SC and ST categories must upload valid category certificates as applicable.

How to Apply for IIT JAM 2027

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the JAM 2027 application:

1. Visit the official website at jam.iitkgp.ac.in.

2. Open the JAM 2027 application portal.

3. Register using the required personal and contact details.

4. Fill in the academic and other application information.

5. Select the preferred JAM test paper or maximum two test papers.

6. Choose the examination city as applicable.

7. Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates.

8. Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.

9. Review all details carefully before final submission.

10. Submit the application form and download the confirmation/application PDF for future reference.

Candidates should carefully verify their information before final submission because the official FAQ states that after completing the application process and generating the PDF, the entered data cannot be modified through the normal application process.

IIT JAM 2027: Important Points for Candidates

Applicants should complete the registration well before the October 12, 2026 deadline rather than waiting until the final day. Candidates should also ensure that photographs, signatures and certificates meet the prescribed specifications. The JAM website will communicate any application defects or required rectifications through the registered contact details.

Candidates are advised to rely on the official IIT JAM 2027 website for registration, application updates, admit card information, examination details and results.