JAM Preparation Guide
IITs (rotating)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for JAM 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Online (CBT)
Frequency
Once a year (February)
Next Exam Date
February 2027
EEligibility Criteria
Bachelor's degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD)
ANumber of Attempts
No limit
Study Plan by Subject
Mathematics
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Physics
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Chemistry
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Geology
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Statistics
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Biotechnology
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Economics
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Expert Preparation Tips
Focus on BSc-level subject matter — JAM tests deep understanding
MSQ questions carry 2 marks each but have negative marking — attempt carefully
Practice NAT questions as they require numerical precision without options
Previous year papers from last 10 years are essential preparation
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Physics | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Chemistry | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Geology | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Statistics | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Biotechnology | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Economics | 9 | 14 | 26 min |
| Total | 60 | 100 | 180 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
September 2026
Next Exam Date
February 2027
Conducted By
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Frequently Asked Questions
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