IIT Kharagpur has officially opened registrations for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027. Candidates can apply via jam.iitkgp.ac.in until October 12, 2026, for admission to top IITs.

  • Application deadline is October 12, 2026.
  • Examination scheduled for February 14, 2027.
  • Access to 3,000+ seats across 23 IITs.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has formally initiated the registration process for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027. This prestigious examination serves as the primary gateway for students seeking admission into postgraduate programs across the premier technical institutes of India. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to apply through the official portal jam.iitkgp.ac.in.

As the organizing institute for the 2027 cycle, IIT Kharagpur has outlined a strict timeline. The registration window, which opened on September 11, 2026, will remain active until October 12, 2026. The entrance exam is slated for February 14, 2027, conducted in two sessions, with results expected to be published on March 18, 2027.

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Application Procedure and Fee Structure

To apply, candidates must utilize the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS). The process begins with creating a profile using a valid email address, mobile number, and password. Once registered, applicants must meticulously fill in their academic credentials and select their desired test papers.

A candidate is permitted to appear for a maximum of two test papers, provided they are scheduled in different sessions. The application fee is tiered: female candidates and those from SC, ST, and PwD categories are charged ₹1,000 for one paper and ₹1,350 for two. For all other candidates, the fee is ₹2,000 for one paper and ₹2,700 for two.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the IIT JAM is not merely a test but a filter for the nation's top scientific talent. With 89 diverse programs and over 3,000 seats available across 23 IITs, the competition is expected to be fierce, reflecting the growing demand for high-end research and specialized master's degrees in India.

"Success in IIT JAM requires a strategic balance between theoretical depth and speed, as the computer-based format rewards precision over guesswork."

The exam pattern is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) spanning seven disciplines: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematical Statistics, Mathematics, and Physics. The papers are divided into Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Multiple Select Questions (MSQ), and Numerical Answer Type questions. Crucially, negative marking is only applicable to the MCQ section.

Candidate CategoryFee (One Paper)Fee (Two Papers)
Female/SC/ST/PwD₹1,000₹1,350
General/OBC₹2,000₹2,700
Did You Know?: IIT JAM is one of the few entrance exams in India that allows candidates to challenge their expertise in two different scientific disciplines simultaneously.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I apply for two different test papers?
Yes, provided the two selected papers are scheduled in different examination sessions.

Q2: Is there negative marking in the MSQ section?
No, negative marking is only applied to the MCQ section; MSQs do not incur penalties for wrong answers.