Name of Post:IIT JAM 2027 Admission Guide and Application
Post Date / Update:20 August 2026 | 10:05 PM
Short Info:The IIT JAM 2027, a national-level entrance exam for postgraduate science programmes conducted by IIT Kharagpur. Prospective students can submit their online applications between 5 September 2026 and 12 October 2026, with the entrance test scheduled for 14 February 2027. The document details essential eligibility criteria, requiring a bachelor's degree with specific minimum marks, and lists the registration fees based on candidate categories and the number of test papers selected. It serves as a comprehensive guide for aspirants, offering a step-by-step application process and a schedule for admit card releases and final result declarations. Furthermore, it directs users to the official website and mobile apps for real-time updates and formal documentation.

Conducted by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

IIT Joint Admission Test for Masters 2027 (JAM 2027)

IIT Kharagpur JAM Exam 2027 : Short Detail of Notification

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1. Post Name and Organization Details

Post & Organization Table

Field Category

Information Details

Official Post Title

IIT Kharagpur JAM Admission Form 2027

Hosting Organization

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur)

Participating Institutions

Top Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and premium science colleges

Post Notification Level

Short admission notification released

•  The official name of the post is the IIT Kharagpur JAM Admission Form 2027.
•  The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is the primary organizing body for this exam cycle.
•  Many top science colleges and premium Indian Institutes of Technology across the country are participating in this exam.
•  This nationwide entrance test is conducted on behalf of multiple master's level science colleges.

 

2. Important Dates

Important Dates Table

Event Description

Key Calendar Date

Application Process Starts

05 September 2026 (05/09/2026)

Last Date to Apply Online

12 October 2026 (12/10/2026)

Last Date to Pay Exam Fee

12 October 2026 (12/10/2026)

Date of the Written Examination

14 February 2027 (14/02/2027)

Admit Card Release Date

Available shortly before the examination

Official Announcement of Results

18 March 2027 (18/03/2027)

•  Candidates can begin filling out their online application forms on 05 September 2026.
•  The final deadline to complete and submit the online application is 12 October 2026.
•  The last day to pay the required examination fee is also 12 October 2026.
•  The national written entrance examination will be conducted on 14 February 2027.
•  Hall tickets or admit cards will be issued online to registered students before the examination.
•  The exam results will be officially declared on 18 March 2027.

 

3. Application Fees

Application Fees Table

Category of Candidate

Fee for One (Single) Paper

Fee for Two (Double) Papers

General Category Candidates

₹ 1800/-

₹ 2500/-

OBC (Other Backward Classes)

₹ 1800/-

₹ 2500/-

EWS (Economically Weaker Section)

₹ 1800/-

₹ 2500/-

SC (Scheduled Castes)

₹ 900/-

₹ 1250/-

ST (Scheduled Tribes)

₹ 900/-

₹ 1250/-

PH (Physically Handicapped)

₹ 900/-

₹ 1250/-

All Female Candidates

₹ 900/-

₹ 1250/-

•  Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay ₹ 1800 to write one exam paper.
•  Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay ₹ 2500 to write two exam papers.
•  Candidates from SC, ST, PH, and female categories must pay ₹ 900 to write one exam paper.
•  Candidates from SC, ST, PH, and female categories must pay ₹ 1250 to write two exam papers.
•  Applicants can pay their fees using online payment systems or offline options.
•  The application form will remain incomplete and unsubmitted until the fee is successfully paid.

 

4. Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria Table

Candidate Category

Minimum Education Required

Minimum Required Marks in Graduation

General / OBC / EWS

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college in India

55% total marks

SC / ST / PH

Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college in India

50% total marks

•  All prospective candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from any recognized Indian university.
•  Candidates who are currently in their final year of graduation can also fill out the registration form.
•  General and OBC candidates must secure at least 55% marks in their undergraduate degree.
•  Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PH categories must secure at least 50% marks in their degree.

 

5. Age Limit

Age Limit Table

Applicant Group

Minimum Age Requirement

Maximum Age Limit

All Candidates

No lower age limit specified

No upper age limit specified

•  There is no upper age limit for candidates applying to the JAM 2027 examination.
•  Candidates of any age can participate in this joint exam as long as they meet the educational criteria.
•  Prospective applicants can check the official information booklet for any special college-specific age guidelines.

 

6. Vacancy and Program Details

Program Details Table

Degree Name

Course Duration

General Description

M.Sc. Program

Two Years

Traditional post-graduate Master of Science degree

M.Sc. Ph.D. Dual Degree

Combined Course

Dual-degree Master and Doctorate program

Joint M.Sc. Ph.D.

Combined Course

Joint PG and Doctor of Philosophy program

Integrated Ph.D. Program

Multi-Year Course

Special integrated research and master's degree

Post-Bachelor Degree Courses

Various

Other science-related higher education programs

•  The examination provides admission to standard two-year Master of Science (M.Sc.) courses.
•  Students can choose combined M.Sc. Ph.D. Dual Degree courses at participating institutes.
•  Joint M.Sc. Ph.D. programs are available for selection during admission counseling.
•  High-level Integrated Ph.D. programs are offered in specialized science domains.
•  Candidates can also apply for several other advanced postgraduate courses in science subjects.

 

7. Selection Process

Selection Process Table

Stage Number

Stage Name

Type of Evaluation

Stage 1

Written Examination

Computer-Based Online Exam (CBT)

Stage 2

Centralized Admission Counseling

Online allotment of college seats based on merit ranks

•  The selection process begins with the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027 written exam.
•  The official exam is conducted entirely online as a Computer-Based Test.
•  Candidates are ranked based on the actual score they get in the written test.
•  Qualified candidates must participate in centralized online counseling for final admission.
•  Academic seats are allotted based on the applicant's choice and their merit rank.

 

8. Syllabus Details

Syllabus Table

Exam Component

Exam Subjects Covered

Source of Syllabus

Subject-Specific Papers

Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Geology, Mathematical Statistics, Economics

Official JAM 2027 Information Brochure

•  The exam is conducted for seven different science and economics subjects.
•  Every subject has its own unique test paper structure and course topics.
•  Candidates can find the comprehensive topic-wise syllabus in the official notification document.
•  Applicants must review the official subject syllabus thoroughly before beginning their exam preparation.

 

9. Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply Online

Application Steps Table

Step Number

Main Action

Key Steps and Instructions

Step 1

New Registration

Visit the registration link and fill in basic profile details

Step 2

Save Enrollment Number

Note down the system-generated Enrolment or Registration Number

Step 3

Login and Complete Form

Login to the dashboard, complete all forms, and upload required documents

Step 4

Upload Photo and Signature

Upload a clear passport-size photo with a white background and scanned signature

Step 5

Verify Application Details

Preview the entire form carefully before hitting the submit button

Step 6

Pay Fee & Print Form

Pay the fee online or offline and take a printout of the final page

•  Both passed students and final-year appearing candidates are eligible to submit application forms.
•  First, candidates need to click on the registration link to fill in basic candidate details.
•  Second, candidates must save and write down their Registration or Enrolment Number.
•  Third, candidates must log in using their credentials to complete all columns of the form.
•  Fourth, you must upload a fresh, clear passport photograph with a solid white background.
•  Fifth, applicants must upload a clear scanned copy of their signature.
•  Sixth, candidates must preview the entire form to ensure there are no spelling mistakes.
•  Seventh, candidates must pay the required registration fee to make the application valid.
•  Finally, candidates should print out their final submitted application form for future records.

 

10. Important Links

Links Table

Direct Action

Portal Web Link

Apply Online Link

Click to Register

Download Brochure Link

Click to Download

Check Important Dates

Click to View Dates

Age Calculator

Click Here

Image Resizer

Click Here

Name & Date on Photo

Click Here

Download Sarkari Sewayojan App

Click Here

Official Website Portal

Click to Visit Portal

•  The direct online application portal will become active on 05 September 2026.
•  The official examination notification brochure will be downloadable starting 22 August 2026.
•  Registered candidates can easily check the official exam calendar by visiting the dates link.
•  Applicants can visit the official IIT JAM portal for the latest exam announcements.

 

11. Important Questions and Answers (FAQs)

FAQ Table

Sr. No.

Aspirant's Question

Official Direct Answer

1

Which institute is organizing the JAM 2027 entrance exam?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is organizing this exam.

2

What is the exact starting date to register for JAM 2027 online?

The online application process starts on 05 September 2026.

3

When will the written examination for JAM 2027 take place?

The exam is scheduled to be conducted on 14 February 2027.

4

What is the last date to register and submit the online application form?

The closing date for registration is 12 October 2026.

5

What is the minimum qualifying mark required in graduation for General/OBC candidates?

General and OBC candidates must secure at least 55% marks in their graduation.

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