The Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM) 2026 will be conducted on 15 February 2026 (Sunday). The national-level entrance examination will be held in computer-based test (CBT) mode across designated centres in India. The examination will be organised in two shifts on the same day, with different subject papers allotted to each session. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate science programmes at IITs and participating institutes must appear as per the schedule mentioned on their admit cards.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date, Mode, and Duration Overview
The official examination plan outlines a single-day test conducted in two sessions to accommodate multiple subject papers. Key highlights of the IIT JAM 2026 examination are provided below:
- Exam date: 15 February 2026
- Exam mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Number of shifts: Two
- Duration: 3 hours per shift
- Total subject papers: Seven
IIT JAM 2026 Subject-wise Exam Schedule and Shift Timings
The subject papers for IIT JAM 2026 have been divided between the two shifts. Candidates may appear for one or two papers, provided the selected papers are scheduled in different sessions. The detailed shift-wise schedule is given below.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Schedule
Candidates must verify their allotted subject paper and shift details from the official admit card.
IIT JAM 2026 List of Subject Papers
The IIT JAM 2026 examination will be conducted for the following subject papers:
- Chemistry (CY)
- Geology (GG)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Biotechnology (BT)
- Economics (EN)
- Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- Physics (PH)
Selection of papers must be aligned with eligibility requirements of the desired postgraduate programme.
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Centres and Reporting Instructions
The examination will be conducted across eight IIT zones, covering multiple cities to ensure nationwide accessibility. The exact exam centre address and reporting time will be mentioned on the admit card. Candidates are advised to report to the examination centre at least 90 minutes before the scheduled start time to complete verification and biometric formalities.
IIT JAM 2026 Preparation Strategy for Candidates
With the exam date confirmed, candidates should align their preparation with the subject-wise syllabus and exam pattern. Key preparation tips include:
- Understanding the structure of MCQs, MSQs, and NAT questions
- Focusing on the official syllabus for the chosen subject paper
- Solving previous years’ question papers
- Practising mock tests for time management and accuracy
- Keeping track of official updates and notifications
Official Website for IIT JAM 2026 Updates
All official announcements related to IIT JAM 2026, including exam instructions, admit card details, and result updates, will be available on the official JAM portal. Candidates are advised to rely only on official notifications for accurate information.