
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay released IIT JAM 2026 results on March 20, with candidates able to check scores, ranks, and merit lists online through the official JOAPS portal.
IIT JAM 2026 Result Date and Key Details
The IIT JAM 2026 results declared today. Candidates can access results through the JOAPS official portal. The exam was conducted earlier on February 15, 2026. The response sheet was released on February 18, 2026. Final answer key is expected before result declaration. Merit list will be published along with results. Candidates can check ranks and qualifying status online. The results will guide admissions into postgraduate science programmes. The validity of JAM score remains one year.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IIT JAM Exam 2026 | February 15, 2026 |
| Response Sheet Release | February 18, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | March 2026 |
| Result Declaration | March 20, 2026 |
| Merit List Release | March 20, 2026 |
| Scorecard Availability | March 27, 2026 |
IIT JAM 2026 Merit List and Admission Process
The merit list will be prepared separately for each subject. Only listed candidates will be eligible for admission process. Admissions include MSc, MSc PhD, and integrated programmes. Participating institutes include IITs and Indian Institute of Science. Merit list depends on marks and available seats. Candidates must verify details carefully after result declaration. Any discrepancy should be reported to examination authorities promptly. The merit list will be available in downloadable format online.
Steps to Check IIT JAM Result 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to check results online.
Direct Link: IIT JAM Result 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Scorecard and Marking Scheme
The scorecard will be available from March 27 online. Candidates can download it using login credentials. The scorecard includes marks, rank, and category details. It also shows number of candidates appeared in test. Cut off marks are mentioned category wise clearly. Candidates must check all details before downloading scorecard.
| Scorecard Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Candidate Name | Name of the applicant |
| Category | Reservation category of candidate |
| Test Paper | Subject appeared in examination |
| Marks | Marks scored out of 100 |
| All India Rank | Rank secured by candidate |
| Cut Off | Category wise qualifying marks |
The marking scheme includes both positive and negative marking. One mark is awarded for each correct response. Two marks are awarded for higher weightage questions. Negative marking applies for incorrect answers in both types. Merit list preparation considers final evaluated marks of candidates.
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