The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), the organising institute for Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) 2026, has released or is in the process of releasing the provisional answer key for all subjects (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Geology, Economics, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, and Physics). As of February 21, 2026, the provisional answer key is expected to be live soon (based on trends and recent releases), following the response sheet rollout on February 18, 2026.
Key Dates and Status
Exam Date: February 15, 2026
Response Sheet Release: February 18, 2026 (available via JOAPS portal)
Provisional Answer Key Release: Expected around February 20–21, 2026 (live or imminent; check official portal for exact activation)
Objection Window: Likely opens shortly after provisional key release (candidates can challenge answers with fee)
Final Answer Key & Results: March 2026 (results tentatively on March 20, 2026)
How to Download Provisional Answer Key
Visit the official JAM 2026 website: https://jam2026.iitb.ac.in/
Navigate to the JOAPS Candidate Portal login (or direct link: https://joaps.iitb.ac.in/)
Log in using your Enrollment ID/Email ID and password (created during registration)
Look for the "Answer Key" or "Provisional Answer Key" section under notifications or dashboard
Download the subject-wise provisional answer key PDF (available for your test paper)
Purpose and Next Steps
Use the provisional answer key along with your downloaded response sheet to calculate probable scores and estimate rank.
If discrepancies are found, prepare to raise objections (fee per challenge typically ₹500; window details will be notified).
The final answer key (post-objections) will form the basis for result declaration and admission to postgraduate programs at IITs, IISc, and other institutes (approximately 3000 seats).
Official Sources & Support
JAM 2026 Official Website: https://jam2026.iitb.ac.in/
JOAPS Portal for Login/Downloads: https://joaps.iitb.ac.in/
Email for Queries: jam2026@iitb.ac.in
Helpline Timings: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (IST)