JAM 2026 Admit Card: There is a latest news coming in from IIT Bombay that “The Joint Admission Test for Masters” (JAM) 2026 has been cancelled and postponed by the IIT Bombay. Earlier, the admit cards were scheduled to release on January 5.

According to IIT Bombay administration, the release date of the JAM 2026 admit card has been postponed. “The revised date for downloading and printing of admit cards will be announced soon.

Exam Date and Timings:

• Exam Date: February 15, 2026
• Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test / CBT)
• Number of Shifts: Two
• Forenoon Shift:
• Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
• Afternoon Shift:
• Time: 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm
• Expected Result Date: Around March 20, 2026

How to download a JAM 2026 Admit Card?

You’ll have to visit the official website of IIT JAM and then the JOAPS portal. Log in using your credentials and download the admit card and keep a printout. Candidates are advised and requested to visit the IITB official website to check for further updates. Below are the step by step guide on how to download;

1. Go to the official IIT JAM website (usually hosted by the organizing IIT, such as IIT Bombay).
2. Look for the link that says “JOAPS Portal” or “Candidate Portal.” This is the “home” for your application.
3. You will need to enter your Enrolment ID or Email ID and your Password that you created during registration.
4. Once logged in, you will see a button or link to “Download Admit Card.” Click it, and your file will appear.
5. Save a digital copy (PDF) on your phone/email and take at least two clear printouts.

What is JAM?

The JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the IITs for admission to postgraduate science programs like M.Sc. and M.Sc. -Ph.D. It is held once a year in online (CBT) mode and is accepted by institutes such as IITs, IISc Bengaluru, IISERs, and NITs.

For many students, the dream of entering an IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) feels like it ended after the JEE exams in Class 12. But JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) is like a “second life” for your career. It is a national-level entrance exam for students who are finishing their graduation and want to pursue a Master’s (M.Sc.) or a Ph.D. at prestigious institutes like IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, or other top IITs across the country.

Conclusion

This news might be a little disappointing for students waiting for their admit cards, but remember—this delay is also a hidden opportunity to strengthen your preparation. The postponement of the admit card release is just a change in date, not a halt to your dreams. Such changes can cause anxiety as the exam approaches, but like a true aspirant, remain calm and use this extra time to revise the topics you haven’t yet mastered. Keep an eye on the IIT Bombay website and have faith in your hard work. Remember, the destination is a little further away, but it hasn’t disappeared. You will surely reap the rewards of your efforts; just don’t let your momentum falter.

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