JIPMAT Selection Process 2026 (OUT): Check Detailed Exam Procedure Here

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 23:34 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Assistant Manager – Editorial Content

Overview

JIPMAT 2026 Selection Process: IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya releases JIPMAT selection process for IPM admissions. IPM admission policy for both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya varies based on the shortlisting weightage. However, the phases of the JIPMAT selection process remain the same for both JIPMAT participating institutes. IIM Bodh Gaya shortlists candidates for admission entirely based on JIPMAT scores. While IIM Bodh Gaya shortlists candidates based on the JIPMAT 2026 score, and academic profile.

The first phase of the JIPMAT selection criteria requires the aspirants to appear for the exam; candidates are shortlisted for admission based on the JIPMAT cutoff score. Selected candidates need to pay the admission fees until a specified date. Scroll down to know more details on JIPMAT 2026 selection procedure.

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JIPMAT Selection Process 2026: Highlights

JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test) is conducted for IPM admission into IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. IPM admission at the JIPMAT colleges requires the shortlisting of candidates based on the entrance exam and other parameters. IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu follow a predefined admission process and do not involve centralised JIPMAT counselling.

Features	Particulars
Name of the exam	Joint Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (JIPMAT)
Conducting body	IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya
Course duration	Five-years
Qualification	Passed Class 12
JIPMAT selection process	- Passing the JIPMAT exam - Shortlisting based on JIPMAT cutoff - Register for Expression of Interest (EoI) - Acceptance of admission offer
Offer acceptance fee	INR 50,000

Commonly asked questions

Q: Can I reappear for JIPMAT if I am not satisfied with the result? Is there any provision for the same?

No. JIPMAT is held once a year. Therefore, candidates cannot reappear for the exam. NTA will not conduct the JIPMAT exam again for any candidate under any circumstances. The JIPMAT score is valid for one year only. Candidates who are not satisfied with their performance can reappear in the next admission cycle. Besides the re-appear requests, NTA does not entertain any requests for re-evaluation or re-totalling of the answer sheet. If the candidates do not wish to skip an additional year, they can go for other BBA entrance exams, such as NPAT, IPMAT LUACMAT Lucknow University UGPET SNUSAT among others.

Q: Will there be a weightage for work experience in JIPMAT selection process?

No. There is no weightage for work experience in the JIPMAT selection process. IPM admissions in IM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya includes a weightage to JIPMAT scores and gender. In the previous sessions, JIPMAT participating Iims have provided a weightage to Class 10 scores, and Class 12 scores as well. However, with the change in the admission policy, Iims have shifted to providing more weightage to the JIPMAT exam scores. IIM Jammu is providing 95 per cent weightage to the JIPMAT scores. While, IIM Bodh Gaya is expected to provide 100 per cent weightage to the JIPMAT scores.

JIPMAT Selection Process 2026: Phases

IIM BG and IIM J have similar selection criteria. The phases of JIPMAT 2026 selection are mentioned below:

Appearing for JIPMAT 2026

The first phase of IPM admissions in IIM-J and IIM-BG requires the candidates to appear for the JIPMAT exam. JIPMAT 2026 is conducted online by the NTA. The exam is conducted in a single shift. Candidates can choose to participate in the admission process of any of the JIPMAT participating institutes after taking the exam.

JIPMAT Selection Process for IIM Jammu

Candidates are shortlisted for IPM admission at IIM Jammu based on the parameters tabulated with weightage below:

Components	Percentage
JIPMAT	70
Class 10 marks	15
Class 12 marks	15

JIPMAT Selection Process for IIM Bodh Gaya

Identical to IIM Jammu, IIM Bodh Gaya also shortlisted the candidates based on scores, as per JIPMAT result, and academic profile in the previous session. However, from IPM 2026 batch, IIM Bodh Gaya is shortlisting candidates by providing 100 per cent weightage to JIPMAT scores. The institute will be following the standard reservation policy followed across other courses.

JIPMAT Selection Criteria 2026: Expression of Interest

After checking the JIPMAT scores at the official exam website (jipmat.nta.ac.in), candidates need to register for the Expression of Interest (EoI). Candidates must register for EoI to express their interest in the IPM course. Only the candidates who register for EoI are considered for JIPMAT merit list preparation.

JIPMAT 2026 Selection Process: Acceptance of Offer

IIM BG releases cutoff scores along with the confirmed list, while IIM J releases a merit list comprising the application numbers of the selected candidates. Candidates eligible as per the JIPMAT cutoff for IIM BG or the candidates who get their application numbers included in the JIPMAT merit list for IIM J need to accept the offer. Selected candidates need to pay INR 50,000 as the offer acceptance fee. The offer acceptance fee is adjusted towards the first-semester fee.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which institutes consider JIPMAT cutoff for admissions?

JIPMAT exam is conducted for admission to IPM courses offered by IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. Both of these JIPMAT participating institutes prepares cutoff scores for admission. Candidates meeting the cutoff criteria as per the JIPMAT participating Iims are eligible to participate in the selection process. Eligible candidates as per the JIPMAT cutoff need to fill the Expression of Interest (EoI) by paying a certain amount. Candidates providing the EOI have to further accept the admission offer by the institute. The admission offer based on JIPMAT scores will have the fee mentioned to be paid for the course.

Q: What is the IPM selection criteria followed by IIM Jammu for admissions based on JIPMAT?

IIM Jammu has released the IPM admission policy for admissions based on JIPMAT scores. Candidates will be selected for IPM admission by 70 per cent allocation of JIPMAT scores, 15 per cent allocation to Class 10 scores, and the remaining 15 per cent allocation to Class 12 scores.

JIPMAT Merit List 2026

JIPMAT participating institutes release a merit list stating the shortlisted candidates for IPM admission. Candidates are considered for merit list preparation based on their expression of interest and selection factors, including JIPMAT scores, academic profile, and gender. IIM Jammu provides an additional 10 per cent weightage to female candidates.

On the contrary, IIM Bodh Gaya reserved 20 seats out of a total of 120 seats for the female candidates. JIPMAT merit list only depicts the shortlisted candidates, and such candidates need to accept the offer to be considered for further admission.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Are there any sectional cutoffs in JIPMAT based admissions?

JIPMAT participating Iims will release the sectional cutoff scores to shortlist candidates for further admission process. The final admission criteria does not have a weightage for the sectional cutoff. Both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya provide a weightage to the overall JIPMAT score, academic performance and gender of the candidate who pays the EOI fees. Those who do not meet the JIPMAT sectional cutoff scores are marked ineligible for payment of the EOI fees. Further, such candidates are not considered for evaluation under the final admission criteria.

Q: Can board exam scores affect the JIPMAT cutoff?

Class 12 scores will not affect the JIPMAT cutoff scores. However, the final admission criteria may include the Class 10 and Class 12 scores to select candidates. JIPMAT participating Iims release separate admission policy every year. In the past admission session, both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya have considered the Class 10 and Class 12 level scores while selecting candidates for admission. However, as per the IIM Jammu IPM admission policy, no weightage has been provided to the board exam scores. IIM BG is yet to release the detailed admission policy for IPM courses. The admission policy may or may not include the prior academic record.

JIPMAT 2026 Selection: Admission Withdrawal After Offer Acceptance

Candidates who have paid the offer acceptance fee towards the admission offer issued by IIM BG or IIM J and wish for admission withdrawal will get a refund. IIM J or IIM BG will issue the refunds after deducting INR 1,000 as the processing fee. However, the refund will be applicable until a specified date. Candidates who apply for withdrawal after the pre-defined date by the institute will get their seat acceptance fee forfeited.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Will there be any Personal Interview round after shortlisting based on JIPMAT scores?

No. There is no personal interview round for admissions through JIPMAT. As per the JIPMAT admission policies, the selection of candidates for IPM courses will be based on the JIPMAT scores.

Q: Is the JIPMAT cutoff the only criteria for admission?

JIPMAT cutoffs are only responsible to shortlist candidates for admission. Shortlisted candidates have to pay EOI fees to express their interest for the available seats. All candidates who pay the EOI fees are considered for the selection process. The IPM selection process at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya may comprise the following parameters as per the revised admission policy: - Class 10 marks - Class 12 marks - JIPMAT scores - Candidate's gender Female candidates have an additional weightage while preparing the list of selected candidates. Both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya have a separate admission policy.

JIPMAT 2026 Reservation Policy

IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya follow a reservation policy specified by the Government of India for admission into educational institutes. The table below specifies the category-wise reserved seats for IPM admission based on JIPMAT.

Category	Reservation Percentage
Scheduled Caste	15
Scheduled Tribe	7.5
NC - OBC	27
EWS	10
PwD	5

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the weightage given to the JIPMAT exam results in the overall selection process?

IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya has separate admission policy for IPM courses offered at the institute. IIM Jammu admission policy for IPM selection includes 95 per cent weightage for the JIPMAT scores with 5 per cent for female candidates. While IIM Bodh Gaya is expected to provide 100 per cent weightage to JIPMAT scores. IIM Bodh Gaya reserves the seats for female candidates instead of providing additional weightage in the selection process. In the previous sessions, JIPMAT participating Iims have considered Class 10 and 12 scores in the selection process along with the 60 per cent weightage for the JIPMAT scores. The IPM admission policy at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya may or may not change with each session.

Q: Is it mandatory to clear JIPMAT exam for admission at IIM Jammu or IIM Bodh Gaya?

IPM admission at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya done on the basis of JIPMAT scores and other parameters. Candidates get selected after providing a specified weightage to the JIPMAT exam scores. No other entrance exam or admission criteria will fill the gap of the JIPMAT scores. Candidates who do not appear for JIPMAT exam are not eligible to participate in the IPM admission process for IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. Therefore, it is mandatory to clear JIPMAT exam IPM admission at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.

FAQs on JIPMAT Selection Process

Here are some important FAQs related to admissions via JIPMAT 2026:

Q: What is the process after JIPMAT results?

After the results are declared, NTA sends the scores to IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. Both institutes prepare separate merit lists based on JIPMAT scores and Class 10 and 12 performance.

Q: Can I show a digital copy of JIPMAT admit card at the exam centre?

No, candidates must carry a printed copy of the JIPMAT admit card to the exam centre. Candidates must print the admit card of JIPMAT exam as soon as NTA releases the same. No candidate is allowed inside the test centre without a hard copy of JIPMAT hall ticket.

Q: Will JIPMAT answer key be available and its result be declared on the same day?

JIPMAT answer key is released in two phases. Initially, NTA releases the provisional answer key. Later a final answer key is released. NTA releases JIPMAT final answer key and result on the same day.

Q: When will NTA release JIPMAT answer key?

NTA releases the JIPMAT answer key in two phases. Initially, the preliminary answer key is facilitated on the official website. Candidates can access the preliminary answer key of JIPMAT within a week of the exam date. Candidates are given an option to raise objections against the preliminary answer key. These objections are considered to draft a final answer key.

The final answer key of JIPMAT exam is released along with the declaration of results on the official website. NTA will use the JIPMAT final answer key to evaluate the performance of the candidate in the JIPMAT exam.

Q: What happens if the number of applicants meeting the JIPMAT cutoff exceeds the available seats?

JIPMAT cutoff scores are considered to shortlist candidates for admission. The final admission takes multiple parameters into account, including the academic performance of the candidates, JIPMAT scores, reservation criteria, number of seats, and gender of the candidate. While preparing the list of selected candidates, JIPMAT participating Iims will follow the weightage as per the selection criteria. Candidates who have paid the EOI fees but exceed the number of available seats are kept on waitlist. If any of the selected candidates cancel their admission, waitlisted candidates are considered for admission.

Q: What is the mode for declaration of JIPMAT results?

The JIPMAT results are declared strictly in online mode. Candidates must check and download their scorecards from the official NTA website using their application number and date of birth.

Q: When will the JIPMAT result be announced?

The NTA declares the JIPMAT results within 30 days of the exam date.

Q: What is JIPMAT answer key?

JIPMAT answer key is a document that provides the correct answers to questions that appeared during the online test. NTA issues the JIPMAT answer key that can be used by the test takers to check their answers and assess the performance before declaration of the results. Besides the test takers, JIPMAT answer key is used by NTA for assessment of the scores on a standardised scale. Candidates who took the exam are relieved of the result anxiety to an extent once they calculate their scores using the JIPMAT answer key. NTA releases the answer keys in two phases, initially the preliminary answer key is released. Candidates are allowed to raise objections against the same. Based on the challenges, subject matter experts draft a final answer key for JIPMAT exam. JIPMAT final answer key is used for calculation of the scores by NTA.

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Candidates can check below the table to know that the merit list will be based on the composite score comprising the weightage of JIPMAT score and academic profile of class 10 and 12.