JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026: Get Latest Paper Pattern & Marking Scheme

JIPMAT 2026

Abhishek Dhawan
Updated on Mar 10, 2026 23:40 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Assistant Manager – Editorial Content

JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: The National Testing Agency (NTA) designs JIPMAT exam pattern. Candidates will find exam pattern of JIPMAT 2026 with the release of information brochure. JIPMAT exam has three sections, namely Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. The JIPMAT exam pattern is similar to the structure of other BBA entrance exams. As per the JIPMAT exam pattern, there are 100 multiple choice questions designed based on the topics as per the JIPMAT syllabus. Candidates need to answer these questions within a duration of 150 minutes. The computer-based test has questions in English medium with four marks for each correct response and one mark deduction for incorrect response. Scroll down to read more about the JIPMAT 2026 exam pattern along with the sectional overview of the exam.

Table of contents
  • JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights
  • JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Sectional Break up
  • JIPMAT Marking Scheme 2026
  • JIPMAT Preparation Tips 2026
  • JIPMAT 2026 Syllabus
  • FAQs on JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026
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JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern Highlights

The table below mentions the JIPMAT exam pattern highlights:

Features

Details

Examination mode

Computer Based Test (CBT)

Sections

Quantitative Aptitude

Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

Total number of questions

100

Type of questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Duration of examination

150 minutes (02:30 hours)

Timing of examination

03:00 P.M. to 05:30 P.M.

Medium of question paper

English

Total marks

400

Marking scheme

(+) 4 for correct attempt

(-) 1 for incorrect attempt

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the marking scheme for JIPMAT?
A: 
As per the test structure of JIPMAT the marking scheme has negative marking in case the candidate has marked an incorrect answer for a question. As per the JIPMAT marking scheme, - Each correct response will fetch 4 marks - Each incorrect response will lead to a dedication of 1 mark - No negative marking prevails for unattempted questions Since there is no negative marks for unattempted questions, candidates are advised to skip the questions where they do not know the answers. Situations may arise when the negative marking due to guess work could lead to a massive difference in the overall score.
Q:   How many questions are asked in the JIPMAT exam?
A: 
NTA has designed the JIPMAT exam to compile as many as 100 questions collectively across three sections. NTA has tried and divided these 100 questions equally across the following sections: 1. Quantitative Aptitude (QA) 2. Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) 3. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) Both QA and DILR have 33 questions each, while the VARC section compiles 34 questions. The marking scheme, type of questions, medium of questions, and other elements of pattern remains the same for all the three sections.
Q:   What is the total duration of the JIPMAT exam?
A: 

NTA conducts the JIPMAT exam with a time duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Candidates have to answer all questions within the time duration.

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JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Sectional Break up

The JIPMAT question paper will have three sections. The total number of questions is 100.

Sections

Number of Questions

Marks Allotted

Total Marks

Quantitative Aptitude

33

4

132

Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning

33

4

132

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

34

4

136

Total

100

-

400

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there any specific order to answer questions in JIPMAT exam?
A: 

No, candidates can answer questions from the sections in any order while taking the JIPMAT exam.

Q:   How many sections are there in JIPMAT exam?
A: 

JIPMAT exam has three sections, namely

  • Quantitative Aptitude (QA)
  • Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR)
  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
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JIPMAT Marking Scheme 2026

Check JIPMAT marking scheme below:

  • For each correct attempt, four marks will be awarded
  • For each incorrect attempt, one mark will be deducted
  • There is no negative marking for unattempted question
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What type of questions appear in the JIPMAT question paper?
A: 
NTA designs the JIPMAT exam question paper with objective-type questions. Multiple choice questions, or objective types questions in JIPMAT exam will have a total of four options. Candidates need to mark one correct response out of these four option choices. Choosing the correct answer option will fetch 4 marks, while incorrect option choice will lead to a negative one mark. No subjective questions are included in the JIPMAT exam pattern. Therefore, candidates may event land in a situation when the answer would strike immediately when he/she comes across the correct answer option.
Q:   What are the key elements of JIPMAT exam pattern?
A: 
JIPMAT exam pattern comprises multiple elements, including the mode of exam, type of questions, number of questions, maximum marks, marking scheme, exam medium, exam duration, number of sections, sections wise number of questions, sectional time limit, etc. Candidates participating in the JIPMAT examination process must be familiar with all the elements included in the exam pattern. JIPMAT preparation plan designed based on pattern and syllabus, helps candidates get a good score in JIPMAT exam. Details about all the elements of the JIPMAT exam pattern is released by the National Testing Agency, on behalf of IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. Candidates preparing for the exam can find the details for all the pattern elements on the official website. Alternatively, JIPMAT exam pattern page of Shiksha (https://www.shiksha.com/bba/jipmat-exam-pattern) hosts the complete details on the exam pattern.
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JIPMAT Preparation Tips 2026

NTA conducts JIPMAT exam with 100 MCQs to be answered within 150 minutes. Candidates appearing for any competitive exam must have a good hold of syllabus and exam pattern. Candidates preparing in sync with the JIPMAT exam pattern and syllabus will likely score better than those who are unaware of the exam structure. To adapt with the exam, candidates can practise using JIPMAT previous year question papers and JIPMAT mock tests. Candidates must also analyse their performance in mocks to know their strengths and weaknesses from JIPMAT syllabus. JIPMAT mock tests will also help candidates improve their speed and accuracy.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How can I improve my speed and accuracy in solving JIPMAT questions?
A: 

One can only achieve the speed as well as accuracy via consistent practice during the JIPMAT exam preparation. Candidates must solve as many questions as possible to increase speed.

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JIPMAT 2026 Syllabus

JIPMAT syllabus comprises a total of three sections with equal question weightage. The space below indicates all three JIPMAT sections as per the syllabus prescribed by NTA below:

  • Section A: Quantitative Aptitude -  includes topics frrom Class 10 level Math
  • Section B: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning Data Interpretation - includes questions presented in the form of tables or pie charts. Additionally, questions are based on visual, critical, and verbal reasoning.
  • Section C: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension - includes questions from English vocabulary, and comprehensions

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is there a sectional time limit for the JIPMAT exam?
A: 

No. There is no sectional time limit in JIPMAT exam. Candidates have to answer all questions in JIPMAT exam within 150 minutes.

Q:   What is the exam pattern of NTA JIPMAT?
A: 

NTA releases JIPMAT exam pattern every year. JIPMAT is conducted as a CBT exam for admission to IPM courses offered by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. The JIPMAT exam pattern comprises questions from three sections, Quantitative Aptitude, DILR, and VARC. As many as 100 questions appear in the JIPMAT exam in English medium.

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FAQs on JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

Check frequently asked questions related to JIPMAT exam pattern below:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Who conducts JIPMAT exam?
A: 

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for prescribing the syllabus and conducting the JIPMAT exam. Candidates find complete details of JIPMAT exam on NTA website.

Q:   What is the marking scheme of JIPMAT exam?
A: 

For every correct answer, candidates are awarded 4 marks. For every incorrect answer, 1 mark is deducted. There is no negative marking for questions left unattempted.

Q:   What is the medium of language for JIPMAT question paper?
A: 

The medium of the JIPMAT question paper is English. Candidates do not have an option for any other language in JIPMAT exam.

Q:   Is there a sectional time limit for the JIPMAT exam?
A: 

No, there is no sectional time limit in the JIPMAT exam. Candidates can allocate their time across the three sections as they prefer within the total 150-minute duration.

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Answered 3 weeks ago

JIPMAT 2026 application form will start soon on the NTA website. Candidates will find the exam date and registration dates with the notification for JIPMAT exam soon. 

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Rohini Bisht

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The JIPMAT exam is conducted for a total duration of 150 minutes. The timing of the exam is generally scheduled from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The timings can change. Exact time for JIPMAT exam is notified in the admit card.

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Rupali Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

Candidates need to visit the official JIPMAT website and click the admit card link to login and download the hall ticket. Login credentials to download hall ticket of JIPMAT exam include the application number and date of birth or password.

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Shruti Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The NTA typically releases the JIPMAT admit card a few days before the exam. For the 2026 session, the tentative timeline for the issuance of the admit card is April 2026

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Bhumika Sharma

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

JIPMAT scorecard will be available on the official NTA website. Candidates will have to log in with their application number and password or date of birth to download the JIPMAT scorecard.

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Abhishek Dhawan

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, there is no provision for re-checking, re-evaluation, or re-totaling of the JIPMAT result or score. The NTA evaluates the results using the final answer key, and no queries are entertained

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Jaya Katariya

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The JIPMAT exam is held only once a year. NTA will not conduct the exam again for any candidate. However, you can reappear in the next annual admission cycle if eligible

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Akansha Goyal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, you will not receive a physical copy. NTA does not entertain requests for scorecards via email, fax, or offline modes. You must download the hard copy from the online login portal

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Loveleen Sharma

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

You can check your JIPMAT results by visiting the NTA JIPMAT website. Click the scorecard button, enter your login credentials, and click to view your overall and section-wise scores

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Vikram Tyagi

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 4 weeks ago

The JIPMAT scorecard includes several important details about the candidate, such as their name, roll number, overall score, section-wise scores, and qualifying status for the examination

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Rohini Bisht

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