How many seats are available in IIT JAM 2026 exam?

Candidates qualifying in JAM are eligible to apply for admission to around 3000 seats in IITs for the academic year 2026-27. No additional evaluation process, such as suitability test or interview is required for admission to the programmes in Admitting Institutes under JAM 2026.
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IIT JAM Seat matrix has been released by the institute on their official websites. Students are provided with atleast 3000 seats with various courses. The courses include MSC, MS Reserach, M.Sc Tech, M.Sc Mtech Dual degree, Dual post graduate and joint degrees. The exam provides admission in various
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IIT Jodhpur MSc cutoff 2026 ranged between 801 (Maths) and 1086 (Physics) in the last round for OBC AI quota. More details about IIT Jodhpur OBC cutoff 2026, below.
| Course | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc in Chemistry | 893 | 838 | 909 |
| MSc in Mathematics | 680 | 679 | 801 |
| MSc in Physics | 801 | 921 | 1086 |
Yes. They are the most important resource in preparation. Solving previous year question paper help to identify the high weightage topics, self-assessment and to get familiar to exam difficulty level.
Gradually 8 hours of strict study is enough for IIT JAM preparation. However, every student has their own way of studying. Some may find 8 hours of study more than enough, while it may be less for a few students. Every student know their learning pace. Therefore, be honest and plan your preparation
Yes, 100 days are enough for preparation. Candidates need to have a proper preparation strategy. They need to follow their strategy strictly and avoid unwanted disturbance during this period.
No, you cannot get into IIT Goa with an attained rank of 20,000 in the IIT JAM exam. If you want admission this institution and belong to the General or OBC All India category, then you would need a rank of at least 876 and 1344, respectively for the MSc in Physics course. Check the table below to k
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