Key Takeaways

  • IIT Kharagpur will open the IIT JAM 2027 registration window from September 5, 2026, allowing eligible candidates to apply online.
  • The IIT JAM 2027 computer-based examination is scheduled for February 14, 2027, across examination centres in India.
  • Candidates seeking postgraduate admission through JAM must meet the prescribed academic and programme-specific eligibility requirements.

Quick Facts

  • Registrations begin September 5, 2026
  • Exam scheduled for February 14
  • Seven test papers available
  • No maximum age limit

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur), the organising institute for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM) 2027, has announced the examination schedule and launched the official JAM 2027 website.

The registration process will begin on September 5, 2026, and candidates will be able to submit their applications until October 12, 2026. The official information brochure is scheduled to be released on August 22.

IIT JAM is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes in science and related disciplines at participating IITs. The JAM 2027 score will be used for admission to 89 postgraduate programmes across 23 IITs, subject to the eligibility requirements of individual programmes.

IIT JAM 2027 Exam Date And Test Papers

The IIT JAM 2027 examination is scheduled to take place on February 14, 2027. The test will be conducted as a computer-based examination across examination centres in India. There will be seven test papers for candidates to choose from.

IIT Kharagpur has also clarified that there will be no international examination centres for JAM 2027. Candidates will be able to select their preferred examination city from the options available during the application process.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who have completed an undergraduate degree or are appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree can apply, provided they meet the minimum educational qualifications and eligibility requirements prescribed by the admitting institute and programme.

The detailed eligibility conditions will be provided in the JAM 2027 information brochure, which is scheduled for release on August 22. Candidates are advised to check the programme-specific requirements before submitting their applications.

There is no maximum age limit for appearing in IIT JAM 2027. However, qualifying for the examination alone does not guarantee admission. Candidates must separately satisfy the eligibility requirements of the postgraduate programme and institute they wish to join.

Important Dates

The JAM 2027 information brochure will be released on August 22, 2026, followed by the opening of the JOAPS application portal on September 5. The application window will close on October 12. A data-correction window is tentatively scheduled to open on November 10.

Candidates should keep their academic and personal details ready before beginning the application process and carefully verify the information entered in the form.