The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay successfully conducted the IIT JAM 2026 exam on 15 February 2026 in two shifts across multiple centres. The forenoon session ran from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, while the afternoon session was conducted from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The exam covered seven papers: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Biotechnology, Economics, and Geology. Students can now access the question paper analysis, while the provisional answer key is expected to be released soon.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Shift Details
- Forenoon (9:30–12:30 PM): Chemistry, Mathematics, Geology
- Afternoon (2:30–5:30 PM): Physics, Biotechnology, Economics, Mathematical Statistics
IIT JAM 2026 Question Paper Analysis
Mathematics: Students reported that the Mathematics paper was tougher than last year, especially the MCQ section, with calculations from topics like permutations and binomial.
Chemistry: Physical Chemistry questions were challenging, while Organic and Inorganic sections were easier to moderate. High-weightage topics included Benzene Normal Vibrational Mode, Quantum Mechanics, Ideal Gas Numerical, Metal Carbonyls, First Order Kinetics, Birch Reduction, and Nef Reaction.
IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key Release
The IIT JAM 2026 provisional answer key will be available soon for all seven papers on the JOAPS portal via jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Candidates will be able to:
- Download the PDF of the answer key
- Compare responses with the official key
- Calculate probable scores
- Raise objections (if required)
The final answer key will be released after addressing all challenges submitted by candidates.
How to Download IIT JAM 2026 Answer Key?
- Visit the official JOAPS portal at jam2026.iitb.ac.in
- Click on the Answer Key 2026 link
- Enter Application ID and Password
- View, download, and save the PDF for reference
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Highlights
IIT JAM is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes such as M.Sc., M.Sc. (Tech), MS (Research), M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree, and Integrated Ph.D. across IITs and other participating institutes.
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Next Steps for IIT JAM 2026 Candidates
After the answer key release, candidates can calculate scores and wait for the IIT JAM 2026 results. Following the results, eligible students will be called for admission counselling and seat allocation at participating institutes. Candidates are advised to rely only on official updates via the JOAPS portal.