IIT JAM

Indian Institute of Technology Joint Admission Test for MSc

PostgraduateNational Level Entrance ExamComputer Based Test
Duration

3 hours

Max Marks

100

Subjects

7

Frequency

Once a year

Conducting Body

IIT Delhi (for 2025)

Official Website

https://jam.iitm.ac.in

Subjects Tested

BiotechnologyChemistryEconomicsGeologyMathematicsMathematical StatisticsPhysics

Eligibility Criteria

Postgraduate Level Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognized university. There is no age limit.

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Important Note

Please refer to the official information bulletin for detailed eligibility criteria, age limits, and any specific requirements for different categories.

Exam Pattern

Duration

3 hours

Maximum Marks

100

Exam Mode

Computer Based Test

Marking Scheme

Economics
100
Biotechnology
100
Chemistry
100
Geology
100
Mathematics
100
Mathematical Statistics
100
Physics
100

Negative Marking

Section A (MCQ): -1/3 for 1-mark questions, -2/3 for 2-mark questions; No negative marking in Section B (MSQ) and Section C (NAT)

Application Fees

General

₹1900 (one test paper), ₹2600 (two test papers)

OBC

₹1900 (one test paper), ₹2600 (two test papers)

SC/ST

₹950 (one test paper), ₹1300 (two test papers)

Payment Information

Application fees are non-refundable. Payment can be made through online mode only. Please keep the payment receipt for future reference.