IIT JAM Geology Syllabus 2027
IIT Joint Admission Test for MSc Geology
Exam Pattern
| # | Subject / Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Geology | 20 | 33 |
| 2 | Physical Geography | 20 | 33 |
| 3 | Geophysics | 20 | 33 |
| Total | 60 | 100 | |
Syllabus by Subject
Geology
Key topics covered as per the official IIT JAM Geology syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Geology.
View Geology Syllabus →Physical Geography
Key topics covered as per the official IIT JAM Geology syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Physical Geography.
View Physical Geography Syllabus →Geophysics
Key topics covered as per the official IIT JAM Geology syllabus, including fundamental concepts, applications, and recent exam trends for Geophysics.
View Geophysics Syllabus →Eligibility & Attempts
EEligibility Criteria
Bachelor's degree with Geology/Earth Sciences; minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD)
ANumber of Attempts
No limit on attempts
Exam Schedule
Frequency
Annual
Next Exam Date
February 2027
Registration Opens
September–October 2026
Preparation Tips
- 1Petrology, Mineralogy, and Structural Geology together constitute the largest portion of JAM Geology — ensure you have thorough conceptual understanding with diagram-based visualization.
- 2Practice drawing geological structures, cross-sections, and mineral identification features since visual conceptualization directly translates to accurate answers in the exam.
- 3Revise the Mathematical Geology component including geostatistics, geophysics equations, and remote sensing principles as these are increasingly prominent in recent papers.
- 4Create a systematic revision of all rock types, mineral properties, and stratigraphic columns using tables and charts for efficient last-minute review.
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