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The IIT JAM 2026 official website has been launched by IIT Bombay at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. IIT JAM 2026 exam has undergone various changes like participating universities, syllabus, application fee, and exam date. The number of JAM participating institutes 2026 have been increased from 22 to 23. IIT Dharwad will also accept IIT JAM 2026 scores for admissions along with 21 other IIT’s and IISc Bangalore.
Earlier, there were a total of 22 JAM participating institutes including 21 IIT’s and IISc Bangalore. IIT Bombay has also implemented various changes in the JAM syllabus 2026 of Biotechnology, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. The IIT JAM 2026 has also seen a change in the application fees. The JAM 2026 application fees have been increased compared to the previous year. Students can go through the article to know more about the changes in IIT JAM 2026.
IIT Bombay has implemented several changes in IIT JAM exam 2026 including application fees, syllabus, participating institutes and exam schedule.
Participating Institutes - The number of participating institutes for IIT JAM 2026 has been increased from 22 to 23. IIT Dharwad will also offer admissions for various M.Sc. programmes based on the marks obtained in JAM 2026 exam.
JAM 2026 Syllabus - IIT Bombay has made changes in IIT JAM 2026 syllabus in Biotechnology, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. Students can check the detailed changes in JAM subject-wise syllabus 2026 in this article.
JAM 2026 Application Fees - The application fee for IIT JAM 2026 single test paper has been increased from Rs/- 900 to Rs/- 1000 for Female/SC/ST/PwD categories. For others, the application fee is increased from Rs/- 1800 to Rs/- 2000.
Whereas, the IIT JAM 2026 application fees for two test papers has been increased from Rs/- 1250 to Rs/- 1350. Similarly, for others the application fees is increased from Rs/- 2500 to Rs/- 2700.
JAM Exam Date 2026 - IIT Bombay will conduct the IIT JAM 2026 exam on February 15 in CBT mode. Whereas, the JAM 2025 exam was held on February 2.
IIT Bombay has released IIT JAM updated syllabus 2026 at jam2026.iitb.ac.in. Candidates can check the detailed JAM updated subject-wise syllabus 2026 given below.
Subject Name | Topics Added | Topics Removed |
Biotechnology | Biotechnology - Computational Biology, Instrumental Techniques | Cell Biology Chemistry - Instrumental Techniques |
Mathematics | Basic Algebra | |
Mathematical Statistics | Descriptive Statistics, Nonparametric Methods, Stochastic Processes |
Candidates can go through the table given below to see the changes in JAM exam dates 2026 compared to the previous year dates.
Events | JAM 2026 Dates | JAM 2025 Dates |
JAM application form release date | September 5, 2025 | September 3, 2024 |
Last date for JAM registration | October 12, 2025 | October 18, 2024 |
JAM admit card release date | January 5, 2026 | January 06, 2025 |
JAM exam date | February 15, 2026 | February 02, 2025 |
JAM result date | March 20, 2026 | March 18, 2025 |
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Yes, you can appear in IIT JAM with 65% in 12th because you don't need 12th marks in IIT JAM. In IIT JAM they need your bachelor's degree, and you must have a minimum aggregate mark of 55% in this degree; then you can appear in IIT JAM. This means overall IIT JAM doesn't need 12th marks; instead, it needs bachelor's degree marks.
I hope it resolves your query!!
Yes, the IIT JAM Mathematics syllabus is mostly the same as what is taught in B.Sc. Mathematics. Core topics like Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations, and Real Analysis overlap. However, JAM tests deeper understanding and problem-solving skills, often at a higher difficulty level than typical B.Sc. exams. Some topics may also be covered more rigorously or appear in more applied forms. So while the syllabus is similar, focused preparation is needed to match JAM’s level.
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With an IIT JAM rank of 2167 in the General category, top-tier Indian Institutes of Technology such as IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Banaras Hindu University are unlikely options, as their closing ranks are typically in the low hundreds to a few thousands. However, you are still in a good position for several reputable government colleges through both the IIT JAM counselling and the Centralised Counselling for Master of Science and Technology (CCMN) channels.
If you belong to the Scheduled Caste category, you have a strong chance at getting admission to IIT Banaras Hindu University in the Master of Science in Physics program.
If you are in the General category, apply through the Centralised Counselling for Master of Science and Technology to National Institutes of Technology such as NIT Silchar, NIT Srinagar, and others.
You should register for the Centralised Counselling for Master of Science and Technology for admission to National Institutes of Technology and Centrally Funded Technical Institutions, and carefully prioritize your preferences in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, or Mathematics.
You may also explore the Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research option:
If you are interested, register for the IISER Aptitude Test and aim for a rank below approximately 2000.
Keep alternative plans in mind:
Consider reputable National Institutes of Technology in your state or nearby, such as the National Institute of Technology Agartala, National Institute of Technology Nagpur, and similar institutions
Hello aspirant,
Yes you can definitely appear for IIT JAM without mathematics in class 12, as JAM is based on your Bachelor's degree background. It depends on the subject you choose for your bachelor's degree and your graduation. You can also keep checking the IIT JAM eligibility pdf for your target subject.
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Thankyou for reaching out!
IIT JAM is for Msc.courses which are after a bachelor's degree.Eligiblity for IIT JAM Biotechnology you need a bachelor's degree in Biotechnology,Biology,Life Sciences with atleast 55% marks.
Maths in 12th is not compulsory for Biotechnology you just need a relevant Bachelor's degree to be eligible
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