The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur has extended the registration deadline for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2027 to October 22, 2026. The application window was earlier scheduled to close on October 19. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can complete the process through the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in.The extension gives aspirants additional time to register for the entrance examination, which is conducted for admission to postgraduate programmes at IITs and other participating institutes.According to the schedule published on the official website, IIT Kharagpur will tentatively open the application correction window on November 10. Candidates will be able to make changes to their submitted forms by paying the prescribed additional charge.
IIT JAM 2027 exam date and session timings
IIT JAM 2027 will be conducted on Sunday, February 14, in two sessions. The examination will cover seven test papers across different disciplines.The forenoon session will be held from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and will include Chemistry, Geology and Mathematics. The afternoon session is scheduled from 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm and will cover Biotechnology, Economics, Mathematical Statistics and Physics.Candidates must check the examination schedule carefully before selecting their test papers while completing the application form.
IIT JAM 2027: Test paper selection rules
Candidates can opt for one or two test papers while registering for IIT JAM 2027. However, those planning to appear for two papers must select subjects scheduled in different examination sessions.Aspirants should verify the subject combinations and session timings before submitting their applications to avoid errors in paper selection.
IIT JAM 2027: Steps to apply online
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the IIT JAM 2027 registration process:
- Visit the official website, jam.iitkgp.ac.in.
- Click on the application portal link available on the homepage.
- New candidates should select the registration option and complete the initial registration process.
- Return to the application portal and log in using the enrollment ID or email address and password.
- Enter the captcha code or security PIN displayed on the screen.
- Fill in the application form with the required personal, academic, and other details.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee and review the details entered in the form.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Candidates should ensure that all information and uploaded documents are accurate before submitting the form.Alternatively, candidates can click on the link provided here to apply for IIT JAM apply online.
IIT JAM 2027: Postgraduate admission opportunities
According to the information released by the conducting institute, IIT JAM 2027 will facilitate admission to 89 postgraduate programmes across 23 IITs for the academic year 2027-28.The examination is an admission route for candidates seeking postgraduate education in participating disciplines. Aspirants should regularly visit the official JAM website for updates on registration, application corrections, examination-related instructions and subsequent admission procedures.With the registration deadline now extended to October 22, candidates who have not applied should complete the process before the revised closing date.