The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay is likely to release the first admission list for the Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026 today, May 25, 2026, according to the official tentative schedule. Candidates who completed the counselling registration and choice filling process will be able to check their Round 1 seat allotment result through the official JOAPS portal, joaps.iitb.ac.in.Candidates are advised to regularly check the official portal, as the allotment link may be activated anytime.The IIT JAM 2026 counselling process is being conducted for admission to programmes such as:
- Master of Science (MSc)
- MSc-PhD Dual Degree programmes
- Other postgraduate science programmes offered by participating institutes
The counselling includes admissions to multiple Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru.
IIT JAM 2026 round 1 admission list: Steps to check seat allotment
Candidates can follow these steps to download the allotment result:
- Visit the official JOAPS portal, JOAPS portal
- Log in using Enrollment ID and password
- Open the “Admission” section
- Check the Round 1 allotment status carefully
- Verify allotted institute, programme, and category details
- Download the provisional allotment letter for future use
IIT JAM 2026: Seat acceptance process
After the admission list is released, candidates will have to complete the seat acceptance process online.Candidates can:
- Choose “Freeze” if satisfied with the allotted seat
- Choose “Float/Upgrade” for consideration in the next rounds
Applicants must also pay the seat acceptance fee within the prescribed deadline. Failure to complete the payment process may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
What if no seat is allotted in Round 1?
Candidates who do not receive a seat in the first round should not worry, as IIT JAM 2026 counselling will be conducted in multiple rounds.Those who select the “Float” option will be considered for seat upgradation in the upcoming rounds based on availability and merit.
Documents required after seat allotment
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- JAM 2026 scorecard
- Provisional allotment letter
- Valid photo ID proof
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Educational qualification certificates
- Passport-size photographs
Candidates are advised to carefully read all official instructions before confirming their admission choices.
