IIT JAM 2026 registration portal opens at joaps.iitb.ac.in: Check direct link and steps to apply here

The registration process for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM) 2026 has officially begun today, September 5, 2025. Conducted by IIT Bombay, this national-level exam opens doors to postgraduate science programs (M.Sc.,

Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., Dual Degree, etc.) in prestigious IITs and IISc. Students aspiring for higher education in science streams must complete their application process through the official JOAPS portal (joaps.iitb.ac.in) before the deadline on October 12, 2025.

The exam is scheduled to be held on February 15, 2026, and results will be declared on March 20, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know, including the direct link, important dates, eligibility, and step-by-step guide to apply.

How to apply for IIT JAM 2026

Here is how candidates can register online for IIT JAM 2026:

Candidates can apply directly via the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS): joaps.iitb.ac.in

Important dates for IIT JAM 2026

The official schedule released by IIT Bombay for JAM 2026 is as follows:

About IIT JAM 2026

IIT JAM serves as the gateway to M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs at India’s top institutes. Apart from IITs, many NITs and CFTIs also accept JAM scores for admissions. The exam tests candidates’ understanding of science fundamentals, making it a highly competitive and career-defining opportunity for graduates in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biotechnology, Economics, and related fields.