IIT JAM 2027 registrations are live on the JAM Online Application Processing System, with a tight last date of October 12, 2026. The exam is scheduled on February 14, 2027, and results will be declared on March 18, 2027. IIT Kharagpur is the organising institute this year, hosting the official portal and updates.
Aspirants should complete the form early to avoid payment rush and last‑minute scrutiny flags. The fee is non‑refundable. Category‑wise charges are listed on the official page, and payments are accepted via net banking, cards, UPI, or wallets. Always verify details before paying and download the final receipt from JOAPS for records.
JOAPS application steps and password tips
Register on JOAPS using your email and mobile, then note your enrolment ID safely. Enter your name exactly as on the qualifying degree, upload Class 10 document for date of birth, choose paper(s) and cities, and upload photo and signature as per specs. Create a strong, unique password and store credentials offline to prevent lockouts during peak hours.
IIT JAM 2027 eligibility and paper-wise rules
Graduates and final‑year students in 2027 are eligible. There is no minimum percentage and no age limit. Candidates may appear in one or two papers, but two papers are allowed only if scheduled in different sessions. The test is a computer‑based exam with three sections. Plan paper combinations accordingly.
Documents, photo and signature specifications for JAM 2027
Use a recent colour passport photo, 3.5 cm by 4.5 cm, on a light background; 240×320 to 480×640 pixels, 50–200 kB. Signature must be within a 2 cm by 7 cm box, 80×280 to 160×560 pixels, 50–150 kB, in black or dark blue ink. Poor quality can trigger rejection; defects may be rectified within notified timelines.
Fees, category certificates and correction window for IIT JAM 2027
The application fee is ₹1,000 for Female/SC/ST/PwD and ₹2,000 for others for one paper; ₹1,350 and ₹2,700 for two papers. Changes to city, paper, category, gender, or date of birth cost ₹300 plus fee difference. OBC‑NCL and EWS certificates must be issued on or after April 1, 2026. Defect rectification is tentatively allowed until November 10, 2026. Apply well before October 12.
