The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has extended the application fee payment deadline for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026. Candidates now have until October 25, 2025 , to submit their fees. This extension was announced following a high volume of student registrations.
Prospective students must complete the online fee payment process through the official JAM 2026 website:jam2026.iitb.ac.in. The previous deadline for fee submission was October 20, 2025. The new deadline offers an additional five days for applicants to finalize their submissions.
Understanding IIT JAM 2026
IIT JAM is a national-level entrance examination. It provides admission to various postgraduate science programs offered at India’s 22 Indian Institutes of Technology. These programs include M.Sc., M.Sc. (Tech.), and other advanced degrees for the academic year 2026-27. The JAM score determines eligibility for these courses.
IIT Bombay organises the JAM 2026 examination. The test takes place on February 15, 2026 . It takes place online as a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Application Fee Structure
The application fee varies by candidate category. Female candidates, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) applicants pay INR 1000. All other candidates must pay an application fee of INR 2000. These fees are payable exclusively online.
Key Dates for IIT JAM 2026
Applicants should note the following important dates for the JAM 2026 cycle:
| Event | Date(s) |
| Application Fee Revised Deadline | October 25, 2025 |
| Application Fee Previous Deadline | October 20, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Tentative) | January 5, 2026 |
| Exam Date | February 15, 2026 |
Exam Papers and Degree Options
IIT JAM 2026 offers seven different subject papers. Candidates choose one or two papers based on their desired program and eligibility. The available papers are:
- Biotechnology (BT)
- Chemistry (CY)
- Economics (EN)
- Geology (GG)
- Mathematical Statistics (MS)
- Mathematics (MA)
- Physics (PH)
Successful candidates gain admission to a range of advanced postgraduate degrees. These include Master of Science (M.Sc.), M.Sc. (Technology), and Master of Science (Research). Additionally, the exam facilitates entry into integrated and dual degree programs. These include M.Sc. – M.Tech. Dual Degree, Joint M.Sc. – Ph.D., M.Sc. – Ph.D. Dual Degree, and Integrated‐Ph.D (I-PhD). These qualifications prepare students for specialized research and professional roles in scientific fields.
Examination Overview
The JAM 2026 exam serves as a common platform for admission to 89 different postgraduate programmes across 22 IITs. These programs lead to advanced academic and research careers within various science disciplines.
| Overview Detail | Information |
| Exam Name | Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Official Website | jam2026.iitb.ac.in |
| Exam Level | Postgraduate (PG) |
| Exam Mode | Online, Computer-based Test (CBT) |
| Registration Mode | Online |
| Admitting Institutions | 22 IITs |
| Total Programmes Offered | 89 |
Candidates must finalize their application fee payment by the extended deadline of October 25, 2025 , at 11:59 PM. Failing to meet this deadline will prevent consideration for IIT JAM 2026 admissions. Aspirants should review all eligibility criteria on the official website before applying.
