The IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 has been officially released on 5 January 2026 by IIT Bombay, the conducting authority of the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered for the examination can now download their admit cards through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS).
The admit card is a mandatory document for appearing in the examination. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. Without these documents, entry to the examination hall will not be permitted.
IIT JAM Admit Card 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admit Card Release Date | 5 January 2026 |
| IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date | 15 February 2026 |
| IIT JAM 2026 Result Date | 20 March 2026 |
Steps to Download IIT JAM Admit Card 2026
Candidates can download their admit card by following the steps given below:
Visit the official IIT JAM 2026 portal
Click on the JOAPS / Admit Card Login option
Enter your Enrollment ID or Registered Email ID and Password
Complete the captcha verification
The IIT JAM 2026 admit card will appear on the screen
Download and take a clear printout for exam day use
Admit cards are available only in online mode and will not be sent by post or email.
Details Mentioned on IIT JAM Admit Card 2026
The IIT JAM admit card contains the following details:
Candidate’s Name
Enrollment / Registration Number
Photograph and Signature
Name and Code of the Test Paper
Examination Date and Time
Examination Centre Name and Address
Important Exam Day Instructions
Candidates are advised to carefully check all the details printed on the admit card. In case of any discrepancy, they should immediately contact the examination authorities.
Documents Required at the Examination Centre
On the day of the examination, candidates must carry:
Printed copy of IIT JAM Admit Card 2026
Original and valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, etc.)
Candidates without these documents will not be allowed to appear for the examination.
Important Instructions for Candidates
The admit card must be preserved until the entire admission process is completed
Candidates should reach the examination centre well before the reporting time
Electronic devices, calculators, study material, and written notes are strictly prohibited
Follow all instructions mentioned on the admit card carefully
