IIT JAM 2027 Registration Deadline Extended at jam.iitkgp.ac.in; Check Last Date to Apply


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| Updated On - Sep 22, 2026

IIT Kharagpur has extended the IIT JAM 2027 registration deadline from October 12 to October 19 2026. Candidates can now complete their application at joaps.iitkgp.ac.in. The entrance exam will be held on February 14 2027.

IIT JAM 2027 Registration Deadline Extended to October 19

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has extended the IIT JAM 2027 registration deadline. Aspirants can now submit their applications until October 19, 2026, through the official portal at jam.iitkgp.ac.in.

The previous registration deadline was October 12, 2026. Candidates must complete the application process through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS) at joaps.iitkgp.ac.in.

IIT JAM is the gateway to postgraduate science programmes offered by participating IITs. Around 3,000 seats are offered annually through this entrance examination.

IIT JAM 2027 Important Dates

Event Date
Application portal opens September 11, 2026
Revised registration deadline October 19, 2026
Data correction window opens November 10, 2026 (tentative)
Examination date February 14, 2027
Result declaration March 18, 2027
IIT JAM 2027 Important Dates
Source: @jam.iitkgp.ac.in

Test Papers Offered in IIT JAM 2027

The examination will be conducted for seven test papers. Candidates should select subjects that match their academic background.

  • Biotechnology (BT)
  • Chemistry (CY)
  • Economics (EN)
  • Geology (GG)
  • Mathematical Statistics (MS)
  • Mathematics (MA)
  • Physics (PH)

Also Check: IIT JAM Preparation 2027

IIT JAM 2027 Exam Pattern

The examination will be held in two sessions on February 14, 2027. The forenoon session will run from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, while the afternoon session will be conducted from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

Each paper will contain 60 questions across three formats:

  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • Multiple Select Questions (MSQ)
  • Numerical Answer Type (NAT)

Also Check: IT JAM Exam Pattern 2027

IIT JAM 2027 Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category and the number of papers selected. Aspirants can register for up to two test papers scheduled in different sessions.

Category One Paper (Rs) Two Papers (Rs)
Female / SC / ST / PwD 1,000 1,350
All other candidates 2,000 2,700

How to Apply for IIT JAM 2027 on JOAPS?

Candidates must complete the entire application process through the JOAPS portal. They will need to provide their personal information, academic details, documents, and application fee.

  1. Visit the JOAPS portal at joaps.iitkgp.ac.in.
  2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  3. Log in and complete the IIT JAM 2027 application form.
  4. Upload a scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates.
  5. Pay the application fee through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
  6. Submit the form and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Also Check: CAT 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to September 22

Why This Matters

JAM opens the door to around 3,000 postgraduate science seats across the IITs. The extra week gives late applicants breathing room to finalise their choice of paper and complete the fee payment without rush.

Action Plan for Candidates

  1. Open the JOAPS portal at joaps.iitkgp.ac.in without delay.
  2. Confirm eligibility for the chosen test paper or papers.
  3. Keep scanned photograph, signature, and category certificate ready.
  4. Arrange the fee via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
  5. Submit the completed form well before October 19, 2026.
Keep an Eye On

The data correction window opens on November 10, 2026. Admit cards will follow ahead of the February 14, 2027 examination.

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