IIT Bombay Announces Counseling Schedule for JAM 2026

IIT Bombay has officially released the counseling schedule for the Joint Admission Test for Master's (JAM) 2026. The counseling process will start on March 27 and end on April 15, 2026. Candidates can finalize their choices until May 6, with the first admission list published on May 25. This article outlines the application steps and eligibility criteria for prospective students. For those interested in applying, detailed instructions are provided to ensure a smooth application process.

By Ambika Singh Mar 23, 2026, 12:54 IST

Counseling Schedule for IIT JAM 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has unveiled the counseling timeline for the Joint Admission Test for Master's (JAM). Interested candidates can access the full schedule on the official JAM portal. The counseling process is set to begin on March 27 and will run until April 15, 2026. Applicants have until May 6 to finalize their choices, after which the first admission list will be published on May 25. Candidates are required to pay the seat booking fee by May 30.

Additionally, students will have the opportunity to withdraw their admission from June 3 to July 3. According to the counseling timeline, the second admission list will be available on June 8, with a deadline for the seat booking fee set for June 11. The third admission list will be released on June 16, and the final date for submitting the seat booking fee will be June 20.

Steps to Apply for IIT JAM Counseling 2026

How to Apply for IIT JAM Counseling 2026?

1. Navigate to the JOAPS portal.

2. Log in using your Enrollment ID or Email ID along with your password.

3. Complete the admission form and pay the required fee.

4. Choose your preferred colleges and courses, arranging them by priority.

5. Upload all necessary documents and submit the form.

6. Print a copy of the submitted form for your records.

Eligibility Criteria for JAM

Who Can Apply for JAM?

Candidates who have completed their undergraduate degree or are in the final year of their qualifying degree are eligible to take the JAM. Those who qualify in JAM can apply for admission under the following conditions:

The undergraduate program must be completed before the admission date at the respective institute.

Candidates must provide proof of passing the qualifying degree, including meeting the eligibility criteria set by the admitting institute, within the specified timeframe.