IIT JAM Counselling Registration 2026 Starts March 27: Check Dates, JOAPS Process

The IIT JAM Counselling 2026 registration is set to begin on 27 March 2026. Candidates who qualified in the Joint Admission Test for Master's (JAM) can apply through the official JOAPS portal. The counselling process is conducted for admission to MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, and other postgraduate programmes offered by IITs and participating institutes.

IIT JAM Counselling 2026 Registration Dates and Schedule

As per the official update, the IIT JAM counselling registration 2026 window will remain open from:

• Start date: 27 March 2026
• Last date to apply: 15 April 2026

Further key dates:

• Choice freezing deadline: 6 May 2026
• First admission list: 25 May 2026

The entire counselling process will continue till June–July 2026 across multiple admission rounds.

IIT JAM Counselling 2026 JOAPS Portal Registration Process

The IIT JAM 2026 counselling process will be conducted online through the JOAPS portal. Only candidates who qualified in JAM 2026 are eligible to apply. Steps to apply:

• Visit the JOAPS portal
• Log in using your enrolment ID and password
• Fill in the admission form and course preferences
• Upload required documents
• Pay the counselling fee

Candidates must complete the process before the deadline to be considered for admission.

IIT JAM Counselling 2026 Application Fee and Eligibility

To complete the IIT JAM counselling registration 2026, candidates need to pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 750. Eligibility criteria:

• Must have qualified for JAM 2026
• Must meet programme-specific academic requirements

Admission will be granted based on merit, preferences, and seat availability.

IIT JAM 2026 Admission Process and Seat Allotment

After registration, the IIT JAM admission process 2026 includes:

• Choice filling and locking
• Admission list releases (multiple rounds)
• Seat allotment and fee payment
• Document verification

The counselling process is used for admission to over 80+ postgraduate programmes across IITs and other institutes.

Key Highlights of IIT JAM Counselling 2026

• Registration starts: 27 March 2026
• Last date: 15 April 2026
• Mode: Online (JOAPS portal)
• Fee: INR 750
• First admission list: 25 May 2026

The IIT JAM counselling 2026 is a crucial step for candidates seeking admission to top science postgraduate programmes. Applicants should complete registration within the deadline and regularly track updates.