The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur), the organising institute for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027, has launched the official website for the upcoming examination. As per the announced schedule, the IIT JAM 2027 information brochure will be released on August 22, 2026, while the online registration process will begin on September 5, 2026.

IIT JAM is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes in science and related disciplines at IITs and other participating institutes. The JAM 2027 examination is scheduled for February 14, 2027, giving aspiring postgraduate students an opportunity to compete for admission to several premier institutions.
Candidates should keep track of the important dates for the examination and admission process.
| Event | Date |
| Information brochure release | August 22, 2026 |
| Registration begins | September 5, 2026 |
| Last date to register | October 12, 2026 |
| Admit card | To be announced |
| IIT JAM 2027 examination | February 14, 2027 |
| JAM 2027 result | March 18, 2027 |
The registration window will remain open until October 12, 2026. Candidates should complete the application process within the prescribed deadline and avoid waiting until the final day.
Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree or are appearing in the final examination of their qualifying undergraduate programme in 2027 can appear for JAM 2027, subject to the eligibility requirements of the respective admitting institute.
For admission through JAM 2027, candidates must satisfy the following conditions:
Since eligibility requirements can vary between programmes and admitting institutes, applicants should carefully read the official information brochure before selecting their preferred courses.
The examination authority has prescribed different application fees based on the candidate's category and the number of test papers selected.
Female/SC/ST/PwD Candidates
All Other Candidates
Candidates opting for two test papers must ensure that the selected combination is permitted under the JAM 2027 examination rules.
The online registration process will begin on September 5, 2026. Candidates should visit the official JAM 2027 website once the application window opens and complete the registration using their valid details.
The application process generally involves creating an account, entering personal and academic information, selecting test papers, uploading the required documents and photographs, and paying the prescribed application fee.
Before submitting the form, candidates should carefully verify all details. Any discrepancy in personal or academic information could create difficulties during the examination or admission process.
The JAM 2027 examination is scheduled to be conducted on February 14, 2027. The test serves as an admission gateway for postgraduate programmes in science and allied disciplines offered by participating institutes.
Candidates should use the time available before the examination to understand the syllabus, examination pattern and subject-wise requirements. The detailed information brochure, scheduled for release on August 22, 2026, will provide important information about the examination and admission process.
The JAM 2027 result is scheduled to be announced on March 18, 2027. Candidates will be able to check their results through the official JAM portal using their login credentials.
After the results are announced, qualified candidates can participate in the admission process according to the rules and schedules prescribed by the respective admitting institutes.
IIT Kharagpur's announcement provides candidates with a clear timeline for preparing for JAM 2027. The registration process will start on September 5 and close on October 12, 2026, while the examination will be conducted on February 14, 2027.
Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree or are appearing for their final qualifying examination in 2027 can apply, provided they meet the prescribed admission conditions. Applicants should also carefully check the eligibility requirements of individual programmes because admission criteria may vary across institutes.
With the information brochure scheduled for release on August 22, candidates should review the official guidelines before completing their applications and keep track of subsequent announcements regarding the admit card, examination and admission process.