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    IIT JAM Merit List 2026, Dates, Where to Check JAM Rank List

    IIT JAM Merit List 2026, Dates, Where to Check JAM Rank List

    Nikita ShawUpdated on 04 Feb 2026, 02:14 PM IST

    IIT JAM Merit List 2026 - The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay will release the IIT JAM 2026 merit list on March 20. Candidates can check their rank obtained in the IIT JAM 2026 exam by visiting the official website; on their official website; jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Students who have qualified in the JAM 2026 exam will be shortlisted in the merit list.

    IIT JAM Merit List 2026, Dates, Where to Check JAM Rank List
    IIT JAM Rank List 2025

    The IIT JAM 2026 merit list contains detailed information regarding the candidates personal information such as name of the candidate, roll number, category, chosen programme and marks obtained. Candidates can apply for IIT JAM 2026 counselling according to the rank secured in the merit list. IIT JAM counselling is an important event to get admission in different institutions participating in JAM exam. To learn more about how to check the IIT JAM merit list read the entire article.

    IIT JAM Merit List 2026 Dates

    This article helps you to keep track of the IIT JAM 2026 merit list dates.

    IIT JAM 2026 Merit List - Important Dates

    EventsDates

    JAM 2026 Result

    March 20, 2026

    JAM 2026 Merit List

    March 20, 2026

    JAM 2026 cut off

    March 20, 2026

    JAM toppers list 2026

    March 20, 2026

    JAM 2026 scorecard

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    IIT JAM 2026 Merit List Preparation

    Candidates can review and easily download the IIT JAM merit list 2026 from the official website; jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Please note, there will be a separate merit list for every course in IIT JAM 2026. Only those candidates whose names appear on the IIT JAM 2026 merit list will be granted admission to the participating institutes. The number of seats that are available at different IITs and IISc has an important influence on the process of creating the IIT JAM 2026 merit list. The official website offers a PDF download of the IIT JAM merit list. A separate merit list for each topic in IIT JAM 2026 will be created and made available.

    How to Download IIT JAM Merit List 2026?

    The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay will release the IIT JAM 2026 merit list on March 20 at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Students can follow below-mentioned steps to check their IIT JAM merit list 2026.

    Steps to download IIT JAM 2026 Merit List

    Step 1: Visit the JOAPS official website to download the IIT JAM merit list 2026.

    Step 2: Type in your password and enrollment number to log in.

    Step 3: Type in the captcha and select "Submit" from the menu.

    Step 4: The merit list for IIT JAM 2026 will show up on your screen.

    Step 5: Download the JAM merit list 2026 and save it for future use.

    Details Mentioned in the IIT JAM 2026 Merit List

    Applicants must check the following details in the IIT JAM 2026 merit list. Here is a list of details mentioned in

    • Candidates’ Name

    • Rank secured by the candidates

    • Qualifying marks obtained by the candidates

    • All India Rank

    • Category-wise rank secured by the candidates

    • Cutoff marks

    • Candidates’ category

    • Name of the applied course

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    Note: Students are advised to check for these details carefully after IIT JAM 2026 merit list PDF download for any potential discrepancy.

    IIT JAM Cut Off 2026

    IIT Bombay will release the IIT JAM 2026 cut off on March 20. The university will release the JAM cut off 2026 along with the result, in online mode. The IIT JAM cut off 2026 is prepared by taking into account a number of factors, including the exam's difficulty, the numbers of candidates, the number of seats available, and patterns from previous years. The candidates' performance on the IIT JAM 2026 admission exam and their results will decide the first round of the cutoff. The candidates' All India Ranks, or the closing ranks at which admission to particular programs is awarded, will be taken into consideration in the second round of the IIT JAM 2026 cutoff.

    IIT JAM Previous Year Cut Off

    Check the tables here to learn about the previous years' JAM cut off for the years 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018. Examine the JAM past year cutoffs for various papers and categories.

    IIT JAM Cut Off 2025

    SubjectGeneralOBC-NCL/EWSSC/ST/PwD
    Mathematics19.9017.919.95
    Physics14.6613.197.33
    Chemistry25.8323.2412.91
    Biotechnology24.4622.0112.23
    Mathematical Statistics8.757.874.37
    Geology21.0618.9510.53
    Economics42.5538.2921.27

    IIT JAM Cutoff 2024

    Subject

    GEN

    OBC / EWS

    SC / ST / PwD

    Biotechnology

    44.46

    40.01

    22.23

    Chemistry

    25.38

    22.84

    12.69

    Economics

    24.64

    22.17

    12.32

    Mathematics

    11.22

    10.09

    5.61

    Mathematical Statistics

    23.03

    20.72

    11.51

    Geology

    33.09

    29.78

    16.54

    Physics

    19.63

    17.66

    9.81

    IIT JAM Previous Year Cutoff 2023

    Subject

    GEN

    OBC (NCL)/EWS

    SC/ST/PwD

    Mathematical Statistics

    14.61

    13.15

    7.30

    Biotechnology

    33.06

    29.75

    16.53

    Chemistry

    20.51

    18.46

    10.26

    Mathematics

    24.56

    22.10

    12.38

    Economics

    23.06

    20.75

    11.53

    Physics

    18.44

    16.60

    9.22

    Geology

    31.04

    28.58

    22.45

    IIT JAM Cut off 2022

    Subject

    GEN

    EWS/ OBC (NCL)

    SC/ST/PwD

    Biotechnology

    35.25

    31.73

    17.62

    Chemistry

    27.81

    25.03

    13.5

    Geology

    53.01

    47.71

    25.26

    Mathematical Statistics

    16.39

    14.75

    8.2

    Mathematics

    22.91

    20.62

    11.46

    Physics

    26.05

    23.45

    13.03

    IIT JAM Cut Off 2021

    Subject

    GEN

    EWS/ OBC (NCL)

    SC/ST/PwD

    Biotechnology

    34.13

    30.72

    17.07

    Chemistry

    19.52

    17.57

    9.76

    Economics

    20.77

    18.69

    10.39

    Geology

    34.65

    31.19

    17.33

    Mathematical Statistics

    22.08

    19.87

    11.04

    Mathematics

    24.69

    22.22

    12.35

    Physics

    19.91

    17.92

    9.96

    IIT JAM Cutoff 2020

    Subject

    GEN

    OBC (NCL)

    SC/ST/PwD

    Biotechnology

    39.86

    35.87

    19.93

    Chemistry

    16.96

    15.26

    8.48

    Geology

    53.01

    47.71

    26.50

    Mathematical Statistics

    19.96

    17.96

    9.98

    Mathematics

    33.65

    30.29

    16.82

    Physics

    21.70

    19.53

    10.85

    The final rankings and the IIT JAM 2026 cutoff will be released to the public during the course of the many rounds. The candidate’s performance on the IIT JAM 2026 admission exam and their results will decide the first round of the JAM 2026 cutoff. The candidates' All India Ranks, or the closing ranks at which admission to particular programs is awarded, will be taken into consideration in the second round of the IIT JAM 2026 cutoff.

    IIT JAM 2026 Opening and Closing Rank

    IIT Bombay will release the IIT JAM opening and closing ranks 2026 tentatively in July in online mode. Candidates can download the opening and closing ranks of IIT JAM 2026 from the official website.

    The opening and closing ranks are a crucial aspect of the IIT JAM 2026 seat allocation process. IIT JAM 2026's opening and closing time vary based on the school and degree. Candidates can find important details about themselves, such as their name, category, opening rank, course ID, closing rank, and so forth, in the IIT JAM 2026 opening and closing ranks.

    Opening and Closing ranks for IIT JAM 2026

    RoundRank

    Round 1

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    Round 2

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    Round 3

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    Round 4

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    Round 5

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    Spot Round List

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    Note: Students can gain a better understanding of the competition for each subject at each participating university by closely examining the IIT JAM opening and closing ranks.

    IIT JAM Counselling 2026

    Students who have qualified the IIT JAM 2026 exam are eligible to fill the IIT JAM 2026 counselling form. Students can use the JOAPS site to fill out the JAM 2026 counselling form. IIT will publish three or four admissions lists. There will be an opening and closing rank release for the IIT JAM 2026 admission list. Candidates are needed to fill out the IIT JAM 2026 form with their preferred colleges and other required selections.

    Students will have three alternatives to select from during JAM 2026 counselling. They have three options: they can accept the assigned seat and freeze it, accept an upgrade to a better seat, or reject the assigned seat and end the process. These applicants will not be qualified to apply to any IIT JAM-accredited institutions for admission.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the IIT JAM 2026 rank list be released?
    A:

    The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay will release the IIT JAM rank list 2026 on March 20 at joaps.iitd.ac.in.

    Q: Where can I check the IIT JAM 2026 merit list?
    A:

    Candidates can check and download the JAM merit list 2026 from joaps.iitb.ac.in.

    Q: What details are included in the IIT JAM merit list 2026?
    A:

    The JAM 2026 rank list includes the candidate's name, roll number, rank, category, chosen program, and marks obtained.

    Q: How is the merit list of JAM 2026 prepared?
    A:

    The JAM merit list 2026 is prepared based on the candidates' performance in the exam and the availability of seats in participating institutes.

    Q: What should I do if there's a discrepancy in the IIT JAM 2026 merit list?
    A:

    Candidates should contact the exam authorities immediately if they find any discrepancies in the IIT JAM 2026 merit list after downloading it.

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    Questions related to JAM

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    Have a question related to JAM ?

    Hello Nisha. No IIT JAM and NEET are not the same level the reason is quite simple.

    NEET is an exam for students after class 12th who want to become doctor. The questions are asked only from the class 11th and 12th syllabus of physics, chemistry and biology. The concepts

    Hello,

    Your exam result will still be generated after you take the IIT JAM exam .

    But if you do not submit a valid EWS certificate , then:

    • Your EWS category benefit will be cancelled .

    • Your result may be treated as General category .

    • At the admission stage ,

    Hello,

    If your IIT JAM status shows “Under Scrutiny: Defect Rectification Done”, it means your correction is submitted and under review. Keep checking your portal, once verified, it’ll change to “Accepted” or “Found Defective.” Updates usually appear within 2–3 days before the portal closes.

    Hope you understand.


    For IIT JAM BIOTECHNOLOGY EXAMINATION the 4 subjects are PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, MATHEMATICS AND BIOLOGY and the candidate must be graduated with other criteria. Nowhere in the eligibilities it is needed to have mathematics in +2 level.

    You can check out the other eligibility in the brochure given below by Careers360.

    Hello dear candidate ,

    JAM exam is conducting in english only , no hindi option is available in this exam so there is no choice to giving the IIT JAM exam in Hindi , you must have to prepare in english for IIT JAM .

    Hope this information is useful