The IIT JAM 2026 online counselling registration has begun on March 27, 2026. Candidates who have qualified must log in to the JOAPS portal and complete the registration process by paying a non-refundable fee of INR 750. The deadline for submitting the counselling form is April 15, 2026.

IIT Delhi will release the first admission list for IIT JAM 2026 on May 25, 2026, on the official website. Candidates shortlisted in this list will have to either accept and freeze their allotted seat. The deadline for payment of the seat booking fee for the first list is May 30, 2026. Additionally, candidates will have the option to withdraw from the counselling process if they choose. The withdrawal window for JAM 2026 will be open from June 3, 2026, to July 3, 2026.

Direct Link to download the IIT JAM 2026 Result and Final Answer Key – (OUT)

Online counselling will be held through the JAM Online Application Processing System(JOAPS).

Here are some important data points regarding seat availability, fees, and score requirements for admission:

  • Total Seats: Around 2,802 seats in various IITs and IISc for M.Sc programs.
  • Seat Booking Fee: SC, ST, and PwD applicants pay INR 5,000, whereas General and OBC candidates pay INR 10,000.
  • Good Score Range: 75 marks are considered a competitive score for the top institutes.

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IIT JAM Counselling 2026

IIT JAM Counselling Schedule 2026

The IIT JAM 2026 counselling process will begin in April 2026 via the JOAPS portal, where eligible candidates can register and choose their preferred M.Sc programs. Multiple rounds of seat allotment are scheduled, and the first admission list is to be published on May 25, 2026. The process will conclude in July 2026.

JAM 2026 AcTIVITY DAte
Submission of Application Form for Admission on JOAPS portal March 27, 2026
to April 15, 2026
Last date for freezing choices by Applicants May 06, 2026
Declaration of First Admission List May 25, 2026
Last Date for Online Payment of Seat Booking Fee for First Admission List May 30, 2026
Opening and Closing of Withdrawal Option June 03 to July 03, 2026
Declaration of Second Admission List June 08, 2026
Last Date for Online Payment of Seat Booking Fee for Second Admission List June 11, 2026
Declaration of Third Admission List June 16, 2026
Last Date for Online Payment of Seat Booking Fee for Third Admission List June 20, 2026
Declaration of Fourth Admission List June 27, 2026
Last Date for Online Payment of Seat Booking Fee for Fourth Admission List June 30, 2026
Declaration of Additional Round List (if any) July 03, 2026
Last Date for Online Payment of Seat Booking Fee
for Additional Round Admission List		 July 07, 2026
Downloading of Offer Letters from the Candidate Portal July 09, 2026

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How to Check IIT JAM 2026 Admission List

Follow these steps to check the IIT JAM 2026 Admission List:

  1. Go to the official IIT JAM 2026 website or directly visit the admission portal.

  2. Enter your Enrolment ID or registered Email ID.

  3. Provide your Password.

  4. Fill in the required Mathematical Expression as shown on the page.

  5. Click on the 'Submit' button to view your admission status.

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IIT JAM 2026 Counselling Process

IIT JAM 2026 Counselling is an online admission process held through the JOAPS portal in which the candidates who qualify, register, fill up their choices, and receive seats through multiple rounds of allotment.

Candidates are selected according to their scores in IIT JAM, seat availability, and preferences. The final admission is confirmed by document verification and fee payment.

How to Apply for IIT JAM 2026 JOAPS Counselling?

  • Register on the JOAPS Portal – Log in with your IIT JAM 2026 credentials and complete your personal information.
  • Choice Filling – Rank your preferred IITs and M.Sc programs according to your preference.
  • Seat Allotment – Seats are assigned based on your rank, preferences, and availability across several rounds.
  • Accept & Pay Fee – Select either "Accept & Freeze" or "Accept with Upgrade" and pay the seat booking fee (INR 10,000 for General/OBC, INR 5,000 for SC/ST/PwD).
  • Document Verification – Upload and confirm the necessary academic and category documents.
  • Final Admission – After the last round, visit the assigned institute to finalize your admission process.

FAQs

Ques. Which subject has the highest cutoff in IIT JAM 2025?

Ans. Mathematical Statistics (MS) and Economics (EN) have the highest cutoffs in IIT JAM 2026. General category cutoffs may reach 40–46 marks. These subjects also show tight rank compression, meaning small mark differences cause large rank jumps.

Ques. What rank corresponds to 50 marks in IIT JAM 2026?

Ans. A score of 50 marks typically results in an AIR between 500 and 1000, depending on the subject. Good chances for mid-tier IITs. Strong options in NITs, IISERs, and CFTIs.

Ques. How many seats are there in IIT JAM 2026?

Ans. The total number of seats through IIT JAM 2026 are planned to be around 3,500–4,000 in all IITs taken together, which will be almost the same as that of the 2025 session.

Seat distribution: The seats have been divided among 21 IITs that offer M.Sc., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree, and Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D. programs.

Reservation policy: Categories like SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and PwD candidates get relaxation as per Government norms.

Institute-wise variation: Every IIT releases its seat matrix separately, depending on the programs and the department capacity available.

What are the fees for IIT JAM JAOPS Counselling?

IIT JAM 2026 Counselling Fee is the seat booking fee to be paid by the candidates once the seat allotment is done, this amount varies as per category, and it is non-refundable if the candidate does not accept the seat.

Category Seat Booking Fee (INR)
General/OBC-NCL/EWS 10,000
SC/ST/PwD 5,000

To guarantee their assigned seat, candidates must pay the cost online using UPI, credit/debit cards, or net banking.

Documents Required for IIT JAM Counselling 2026

Candidates are mandatory to submit certain documents at the time of IIT JAM 2026 counselling for verification. These documents establish their eligibility, right category, and qualification in terms of academic qualification. Proper submission of such documents in order is necessary to avoid any sort of delay or issues during the counselling process.

IIT JAM 2026 Scorecard Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) (if applicable)
Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.) PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets and Certificates Transfer/Migration Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree Mark Sheets & Certificate Nationality Certificate (Passport, Voter ID, Birth Certificate, etc.)

IIT JAM 2026 Choice Filling

The choice-filling process for IIT JAM 2026 is a critical step where the candidates choose the courses and institutes they want based on their IIT JAM score and rank.

Candidates can make informed decisions by analyzing opening and closing ranks to maximize the chances of securing a seat in the program of their choice.

Aspect Details
Registration Candidates must register on the official IIT JAM counselling portal before proceeding.
Course & Institute Selection Candidates select their preferred courses and participating institutes based on their IIT JAM rank.
Preference Locking After filling in preferences, candidates must lock their choices to confirm their selections.
Editing Choices Candidates can edit or modify their choices before locking. Careful consideration is necessary to avoid mistakes.
Submission Once choices are locked, candidates submit their preferences for processing during the seat allotment.

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FAQs

Ques. Can I get IIT Delhi at 5000 rank?

Ans. It is a tough challenge to gain entry to IIT Delhi with a 5000 rank. The admission mainly depends on your category and the choice of the course.

Normal category: A rank below 1000 is typically necessary for a computer science or electronics engineering department.

OBC/EWS category: At this rank, you can have a branch like Civil, Chemical, or Textile.

The end of the line varies each year according to the number of seats and the difficulty of the exam.

Ques. Can I get into IIT Bombay with a 3000 rank?

Ans. A rank of 3000 makes it difficult to get admitted to a popular branch of IIT Bombay, but you can still manage to get into a less competitive stream.

CSE & ECE: Need ranks between 300 and 700 (open category) at most.

Other Branches: A candidate with a 3000 rank can get a seat in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.

Counselling rounds: If there are still seats left in the less in-demand courses, you can get IIT Bombay at the later JoSAA rounds.

IIT JAM 2026 Seat Acceptance Rounds

In IIT JAM 2026 counselling, the Seat Acceptance Process is available where candidates can accept their seat allotment and then freeze or upgrade their seat in the next rounds.

It takes place in multiple rounds and offers opportunities to the candidates to accept the seat offered or seek a better one in the subsequent rounds if available.

IIT JAM Seat Acceptance Rounds

Round Details
Round 1 The first allotment list is published and the candidates can either choose to accept and freeze their allotted seat or wait for a better seat in the subsequent rounds through "Accept with Upgrade".
Round 2 Candidates who did not get a seat in Round 1 or the candidates who wanted an upgrade get a new allotment. The candidates can once again accept and freeze or choose to accept with an upgrade at this stage.
Round 3 (Final Round) Finally, the final allocations are determined in this round. Since there will be no further seat upgrades after this round, candidates must accept and freeze their seats. The offer is forfeited if the seat is not accepted by this round.

CCMN and JOAPS Counselling for IIT JAM 2026

The IIT JAM 2026 counselling processes are divided into two: the JOAPS or JAM Online Application Processing System for admissions in IITs and IISc, while the CCMN or Centralized Counselling for M.Sc/M.Sc (Tech) is offered for admissions to NITs, IIEST Shibpur, and other institutes that are funded centrally.

Even though the processes of counselling happen separately, their basis is built on IIT JAM scores.

Feature JOAPS (IITs & IISc) CCMN (NITs & Other Institutes)
Institutes Covered IITs & IISc NITs, IIEST Shibpur, and other CFIs
Official Portal JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS) Centralized Counselling for M.Sc (CCMN)
Eligibility Qualified IIT JAM 2026 candidates Qualified IIT JAM 2026 candidates
Seat Allotment Rounds Multiple rounds through IIT JAM Multiple rounds through the CCMN portal
Seat Booking Fee INR 10,000 (General/OBC), INR 5,000 (SC/ST/PwD) INR 30,000 (General/OBC), INR 10,000 (SC/ST/PwD)
Programs Offered M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree M.Sc., M.Sc. (Tech)

CCMN 2026 Counselling Process

Centralized Common Counselling (CCMN) is the admission procedure for NITs, IIEST Shibpur, and so on. Candidates would have to fill up a registration form separately through the CCMN portal; it is independent of the JOAPS counselling that IIT uses for IITs.

How to Apply for IIT JAM CCMN Counselling?

Candidates seeking to appear for IIT JAM CCMN 2026 counselling should first register on the CCMN portal by filling in their choices and undergoing seat allotment on the grounds of their scores in JAM. This process includes the payment of a fee, documentation verification, and confirmation of admission.

IIT JAM CCMN Counselling Process

IIT JAM CCMN 2026 Counselling Fees

During the application procedure, candidates must pay the following fees for CCMN 2026 counselling:

Fee Type General/OBC (INR) SC/ST/PwD (INR)
Registration Fee 3,000 2,500
Seat Acceptance Fee 30,000 10,000
  • There is no refund for the registration money.
  • Upon admission, the institution cost is modified to include the seat acceptance charge.
  • After deductions, candidates who withdraw before the final round may receive a partial reimbursement.

IIT JAM 2026 Counselling Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria of IIT JAM 2026 counselling would ensure that a candidate satisfies academic and category-based requirements to allow them to proceed with counselling.

Candidates qualified through IIT JAM 2026 will meet certain academic and category-based eligibility requirements to join the institute.

Eligibility Criteria Details
Educational Qualification Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PWD candidates).
Qualifying Degree Candidates should hold a B.Sc./B.Tech/B.Pharm or an equivalent degree.
JAM Score Candidates must have appeared and secured a valid rank in IIT JAM 2026.
Age Limit There is no upper age limit for IIT JAM 2026 counselling.
Category-wise Relaxation SC/ST/PwD candidates will get a relaxation of 5% in marks (i.e., 50% aggregate).
Minimum Marks in Qualifying Exam Candidates should have secured at least 55% marks in their qualifying degree (or equivalent CGPA).

IIT JAM 2026 Expected Opening and Closing Ranks

It all depends upon several factors: difficulty level of the exam, availability of seats, and applicants, to get a total opening and closing rank in IIT JAM 2026. The Ranks of Institutes can differ from one institute to another. The new IITs are more flexible on their cutoff, whereas top IITs will have higher cut-offs.

Category Opening Rank (Expected) Closing Rank (Expected)
General 1 400-500
OBC-NCL 1 600-700
SC 1 1,200-1,400
ST 1 1,600-1,800
EWS 1 500-600
PwD 1 1,800-2,000

IIT JAM 2026 Expected Cut-offs

The cut-off for IIT JAM 2026 differs according to the subject and candidate category. Cut-offs vary in different subjects with different levels of competition.

Here is a general idea of the expected cut-off for each subject across different categories:

  • Cut-off Range: General: 19-32 marks, the general category has significant competition for entrance into the leading institutes.
  • Category Differences: PwD candidates have slightly lower cut-offs, usually 1-2 marks lower than SC/ST candidates, while SC/ST candidates can anticipate a 15-20 mark drop in cut-offs compared to General candidates.
  • Subject Popularity: The greatest projected cut-offs are for mathematics (29–32) and biology (28–31), whereas the cut-offs for biotechnology (26–30) and physics (19–20) are relatively easier for general applicants to meet.
Subject General Category (Marks) OBC-NCL (Marks) SC/ST (Marks) PwD (Marks)
Physics 19-20 17-19 14-16 13-14
Chemistry 24-30 21-26 18-23 16-20
Mathematics 29-32 26-28 22-25 20-22
Biotechnology 26-30 23-27 19-22 17-21
Biology 28-31 24-28 20-24 18-22

IIT JAM 2026 Participating Institutes & Seats

IIT JAM 2026 participating institutes will provide postgraduate M.Sc programs as per the merit of candidates appearing for the IIT JAM examination. Seats under each program vary, and thus, specific information about the seats available at the institute is a must-check.

JOAPS Participating Institutes & Seats

Institute Programs Offered Seats Offered
IIT Bombay M.Sc. (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, etc.) 120-180
IIT Delhi M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Applied Geology) 100-150
IIT Kanpur M.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry) 100-150
IIT Kharagpur M.Sc. (Geology, Physics, Mathematics) 120-180
IISc Bangalore M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology) 100-130
IIT Madras M.Sc. (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics) 120-150
IIT Roorkee M.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry) 100-150

CCMN Participating Institutes & Seats

Institute Programs Offered Seats Offered
NIT Trichy M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc.) 60-100
NIT Surathkal M.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry) 60-100
IIEST Shibpur M.Sc. (Physics, Mathematics) 50-80
NIT Rourkela M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 60-100
NIT Warangal M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 60-100
NIT Calicut M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 60-100
NIT Durgapur M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 60-80

IIT JAM 2026 Counselling: Common Mistakes to Avoid

A more successful and seamless counselling session can be achieved by being aware of these errors and avoiding them.

Mistake Explanation
Not Checking Eligibility Criteria Before applying, make sure you fulfill the institute's and the program's eligibility conditions. Disqualification may result from not meeting requirements.
Missed Deadlines Allotted seats may be forfeited if registration, choice filling, or seat acceptance dates are missed. Always follow the schedule.
Inaccurate Document Upload The verification procedure could be slowed down by inaccurate or lacking papers. Verify the document details one more time before uploading.
Choosing Unrealistic Preferences You can lose out on opportunities if you choose highly competitive programs without taking rank into account. Select a reasonable set of choices based on rank.
Not Accepting the Seat on Time The seat may be canceled if the assigned seat is not accepted or if the seat acceptance fee is not paid within the allotted period.
Ignoring Seat Upgrade Options The prospect of switching to a better program in subsequent rounds is something that many applicants overlook. Examine seat improvements carefully and keep your options open.
Incomplete Payment of Fees Make sure the counselling and seat acceptance fees are paid in full. Your seat assignment may be revoked if there is a payment error.
Overlooking Reservation Benefits Candidates in reserved categories must to be aware of certain advantages, such as reduced cutoff ranks or waived fees. Make sure you apply under the appropriate heading.