What is the exam pattern of NTA JIPMAT?

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.

How many hours should I study daily for the JIPMAT exam?

Candidates must give 2-3 hours every day for 3 months for JIPMAT. However, candidates with strong basics can devise less than 2 hours each day for JIPMAT preparation.

When will JIPMAT registration begin?

JIPMAT 2026 application form is out on the NTA website. Candidates can also check the exam date and registration dates with the notification for JIPMAT exam.

When do IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya start managing the admission process via JIPMAT?

These institutes administer their specific admission processes only after the JIPMAT results are released by the NTA. This stage occurs following the declaration of scores and the release of cutoff marks

What is the difficulty level of JIPMAT mock tests?

NTA conducts JIPMAT as a national-level entrance exam for admission to the 5-year IPM courses offered by the IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. The difficulty level of the JIPMAT mock exam is similar to the actual exam. NTA facilitates the mock tests using the previous year's question papers Therefore, the difficulty level of official JIPMAT mock test is easy to moderate. Typically, candidates will not find mock tests for JIPMAT exam unofficially. Official NTA JIPMAT mock tests only have two tests for practise. Candidates can use both the mock tests from the official NTA website.

What are the steps to fill and submit JIPMAT application form?

Candidates can fill JIPMAT application form online. Candidates must pay fee after submitting all the details in JIPMAT exam form. For more information on JIPMAT application process, candidates must visit Shiksha's JIPMAT registration article ( https://www.shiksha.com/bba/jipmat-exam-application-form ).

How can I access the JIPMAT answer key?

NTA releases the JIPMAT answer key online. Candidates can access the JIPMAT answer key pdf by visiting the official exam website. Candidates will not receive any notifications from NTA regarding the release of the answer key. Candidates have to stay tuned to the official website to know about its release. The PDF file for JIPMAT answer key is available inside the login dashboard. Besides checking the answer key of JIPMAT exam from the login dashboard, candidates can raise objections against the same. Alternatively, candidates can stay tuned to Shiksha's JIPMAT answer key page (https://www.shiksha.com/bba/jipmat-exam-answer-key) to get timely updates on the release of the answer key.

Can I download the JIPMAT question paper along with the answer key?

NTA releases JIPMAT question paper and answer key together. Candidates can log in to check the JIPMAT provisional answer key on the official exam website. On clicking the PDF file for answer key, candidates find the questions along with the question ID. Below each question, all the answer options will be provided with a distinct answer ID. Candidates can download the PDF from the login dashboard to get the JIPMAT question paper with provisional answer key in a single PDF file. NTA also releases the JIPMAT question paper separately at the NTA website under the 'Downloads' section. However, the question paper on the NTA website appears after the entire exam session ends.

Who releases JIPMAT answer keys?

JIPMAT answer key are released by the National Testing Agency. The NTA conducts the JIPMAT exam for admission to IPM courses offered by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. After the completion of the exam, the NTA releases the provisional answer key. JIPMAT answer key comprises correct answers to the questions that appeared in the exam. This provisional answer key allows candidates to evaluate the number of correct and incorrect responses marked by them. Based on this evaluation a probable score can be calculated. Besides the provisional answer key, JIPMAT final answer key is qlso released by NTA. The final answer key is displayed along with the release of results.

How can I challenge JIPMAT answer key?

To raise objections against the JIPMAT answer key, candidates must follow a specific procedure as mentioned below: 1. Visit the official exam webiste 2. Check notification/press release for answer key release for schedule and key information 3. Log in to the JIPMAT answer key dashboard using credentials, including registration number and password 4. Find the answer key and question paper PDF and get the answer ID and question ID to raise objections 5. Find the challenge option in the login dashboard 6. Enter the question ID along with the answer ID which you feel is correct 7. Pay the fee to raise objections, as mentioned in the answer key press release 8. Provide supporting documents for your claim 9. Submit the challenge Candidates must note that the instructions and guidelines to challenge the JIPMAT answer key may vary. Therefore, it is advisable to refer to the official website and notifications.

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.

How can I check my JIPMAT exam results?

Candidates can check JIPMAT exam results on the official website using the login credentials. Visit Shiksha's JIPMAT resulr page for direct link to access results. ( https://www.shiksha.com/bba/jipmat-exam-results ). .

When will the JIPMAT result be declared? Can I apply for re-checking my answers, after the results?

NTA releases JIPMAT results within 30 days of the exam date. Candidates are not allowed to apply for re-checking of JIPMAT exam.

Will there be a separate result window and scorecard download window for JIPMAT exam?

No. The National Testing Agency releases the JIPMAT results in the form of a scorecard. Candidates can download the scorecard of JIPMAT exam from the official website of NTA. Candidates will find a common window for JIPMAT results and scorecard. JIPMAT scorecard will be made available inside the login dashboard. Candidates need to provide the JIPMAT scorecard during the admission process.

How and where is the JIPMAT exam conducted?

JIPMAT exam is a Computer Based Test (CBT) rather than a paper-based exam. It is conducted at various testing centres situated across more than 75 cities in India. Each city may have multiple test centre.

What is the exam pattern of NTA JIPMAT?

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.

What type of questions appear in the JIPMAT question paper?

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.

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.

How to download the JIPMAT admit card?

Candidates can download JIPMAT admit card online from the official website. NTA JIPMAT admit card login window is accessible using the application number and date of birth/password.

What is the date of the JIPMAT admit card download?

JIPMAT admit card is downloadable four to five days before the exam date. Candidates can download hall ticket until the exam date.

Can I get the JIPMAT admit card offline?

No, candidates cannot get the JIPMAT admit card offline. JIPMAT admit card is issued online on the official website only.

JIPMAT 2026: Selection Process, Results, Dates, Cutoff, Eligibility

Updated on Jul 22, 2026 23:59 IST

By Abhishek Dhawan, Deputy Manager - MBA & BBA Content

JIPMAT 2026 results have been declared on the official exam website, exams.nta.nic.in. Candidates can download their JIPMAT scorecard using their application number and password, followed by captcha verification. Scroll down for more details on the JIPMAT 2026 exam, including the scorecard download process, admission process, cutoff scores, and more.

JIPMAT Latest Updates 2026

IIM Jammu marks entry link is active until July 23
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Table of contents

What is JIPMAT?
JIPMAT 2026 Dates and Schedule
JIPMAT 2026 Results
JIPMAT Answer Key 2026
JIPMAT Question Papers 2026
JIPMAT 2026 Admit Card
JIPMAT 2026 Eligibility & Application Process
JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation
FAQs on JIPMAT 2026 Exam

What is JIPMAT?

JIPMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to a 5-Year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) course offered at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. To ensure accessibility for candidates nationwide, the test is administered in more than 70 cities across India. Check a quick snapshot of JIPMAT exam below:

Features	Details
Conducting body	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam level	Undergraduate exam at the National level
Exam frequency	Annually
Courses offered through entrance exam	Integrated Programme in Management
Exam mode	Computer Based Test (CBT) mode
Current status	Results declared
Next event	Selection process by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu

JIPMAT 2026 Dates and Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of JIPMAT 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
25 Jun ' 26	Declaration of JIPMAT Result
15 Jun ' 26	Publication of JIPMAT Answer Key (Provisional)
07 Jun ' 26	JIPMAT Exam Date
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JIPMAT 2026 Results

The JIPMAT 2026 results will be declared on the official exam website (exams.nta.nic.in/jipmat). Candidates need to download their scorecards using the login credentials generated at the time or registration, i.e. application number, password or date of birth. The JIPMAT score is considered for the selection of candidates for the second round of admission to IPM programmes offered by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu.

Direct Link to Download JIPMAT Scorecard: https://exams.nta.nic.in/score-card-of-jipmat-2026/

JIPMAT Composite Score 2026

Based on the performance of the candidates in JIPMAT 2026, Class 10 and 12 academic records, IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu will prepare composite scores of the candidates. Candidates having a composite score of more than the cutoff score are eligible for the IPM admission.

Also Read: JIPMAT Results 2026

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JIPMAT Answer Key 2026

NTA releases the JIPMAT 2026 answer key in two phases. Initially, a provisional answer key is released within a week of the JIPMAT exam date. Test takers can raise objections against the provisional answer key if they find any doubt. Subject experts with NTA review the challenges received against each question and draft a final answer key based on the modifications. The result is evaluated based on the final JIPMAT answer key. The provisional answer key is released over the login portal, whereas the final answer key is released in a PDF format on the official website, exams.nta.nic.in/jipmat

JIPMAT Question Papers 2026

NTA releases the JIPMAT question paper within a week of the exam date. Candidates can use the question paper to check the answers to the questions. Also, the JIPMAT question paper is accessible for the candidates who are preparing for the subsequent exam phase. The question paper of the JIPMAT exam helps aspirants to know the actual difficulty level, type of questions, important topics and more. Alternatively, the past year's JIPMAT question papers can act as sample papers available for practice during the prep phase.

Find JIPMAT question paper PDF from last three years below:

Exam Year	JIPMAT Question Paper PDF
2025	Download PDF Here
2024	Download PDF Here
2023	Download PDF Here

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JIPMAT 2026 Admit Card

Before the exam, the NTA issues JIPMAT admit cards for all the registered candidates. The admit card of JIPMAT 2026 helps verifying the identity of the applicant on the exam day. Candidates need to carry a hard copy of the JIPMAT hall ticket on the examination day along with a valid photo ID proof. The official website of JIPMAT hosts the admit card download link. Candidates need to provide their application number along with their date of birth to download the admit card.

Direct Link to Download JIPMAT Admit Card: https://exams.nta.nic.in/admit-card-for-jipmat-2026/

JIPMAT 2026 Eligibility & Application Process

Candidates need to fulfill the JIPMAT eligibility conditions before they proceed to fill out the application form. All ineligible candidates will be disqualified during the admission process at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.

JIPMAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The space below mentions the JIPMAT el igibility criteria 2026:

Candidates should pass the Class 12 examination in any stream or equivalent with a minimum of 60 per cent aggregate (55 per cent for candidates from SC/ST/PwD) or more in the year 2024, 2025 or appearing in 2026.
The candidates should have passed the Class 10 examination with a minimum 60 per cent aggregate (55 per cent for candidates from SC/ST/PwD) or more in the year, not before 2022

Also Read: JIPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

How to Apply for JIPMAT

Check JIPMAT registration process in brief here:

Visit JIPMAT website
Complete one-time registration
Fill personal and academic information
Upload photograph and signature
Pay application fee via debit/credit card or net banking

Also Read: JIPMAT 2026 Exam Centres

JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation

Candidates preparing for the JIPMAT exam must ensure they hold good knowledge of pattern as well as syllabus. A prep plan designed with the knowledge of exam structure and syllabus tend to provide better results.

JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates need to prepare for the exam in sync with the JIPMAT 2026 exam pattern. The table below mentions the JIPMAT test structure:

Features	Details
Mode of exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Type of questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Number of questions	100
Exam duration	150 minutes
Sections	Three sections, namely - Quantitative Aptitude - Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning - Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
Medium of question paper	English
Marking scheme	(+) 4 for correct attempt (-) 1 for incorrect attempt

Also Read: JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

JIPMAT Syllabus 2026

NTA conducts the JIPMAT exam with topics from three sections. JIPMAT syllabus is available in the table below:

Name of Section	JIPMAT Syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude	Algebra, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Percentage, Profit and Loss, HCF-LCM, Square Root and Cube Root, Simple Equations, Numbers, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Data Interpretation, Averages, etc.
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning	Blood Relations, Clocks and Calendars, Syllogism, Series, Statements, Venn Diagram, Proposition, Data Arrangement, Data Structures, Direction Sense, Family Tree, Tables, Coding-Decoding, Binary Logic, Pie Charts, etc.
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension	Grammar, Vocabulary, Proper Usage of Words, Sentence Corrections, Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Articles, Preposition, Error Spotting, Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, etc.

JIPMAT 2027 syllabus comprises three sections. Get section-wise JIPMAT syllabus PDF here.

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JIPMAT Preparation 2026

Nearly 14,000 candidates register to compete against 120 seats combined in IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu in the previous examination session. That is to say, only one out of every 117 candidates registered for the exam was selected for admission. Owing to a relatively competitive exam, candidates must have a top-notch preparation strategy for JIPMAT 2025. The space below mentions the JIPMAT 2025 preparation tips:

Get aware of JIPMAT exam pattern and syllabus
Start by analysing the strengths and weaknesses from the syllabus.
Cover one section at a time
Schedule productive breaks between the preparation such as reading a book, watching a topper interview, etc.
Prepare for VARC in the end, as students report itr to be the easiest section.
For Quant preparation, start with noting down the formulas and go through them daily.
Solve past question papers mock tests to know the difficulty level.
Aim to solve each question in less than a minute

FAQs on JIPMAT 2026 Exam

Check some frequently asked questions related to JIPMAT exam below:

Q: Are JIPMAT mock tests free of cost?

Yes, candidates can appear for official JIPMAT mock tests for free. NTA does not charge any candidate to appear for the mock tests. However, a demo login window appears as soon as the candidate selected the exam mock test type from the drop-down menu. While taking the actual exam, instead of the demo login window, the candidate will have to provide the login credentials to take the exam. Besides the login window, JIPMAT mock test and the actual exam has no major difference. Therefore, candidates must take the JIPMAT mock tests seriously.

Q: What are the JIPMAT sectional cutoff percentiles required by General category candidates at IIM Jammu?

General category candidates must obtain at least the 50 percentile in each of the three exam sections of JIPMAT exam to be eligible for IPM admissions at IIM Jammu.

Q: Can I apply for JIPMAT if I am waiting for Class 12 results?

NTA conducts JIPMAT exam as the gateway to IPM courses offered by IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. Candidates can get IPM admission only after they have passed Class 12 exams with a specified aggregate score. However, NTA provides the liberty to appear for the JIPMAT exam event before the Class 12 results are released. Candidates who are waiting for the Class 12 results are allowed to appear for the exam. Such candidates will have to produce the passing Certificate with all the relevant documents before the final admission offer can be released.

Q: Which institutes accept JIPMAT scores for admission?

The JIPMAT scores are used for admissions into the Integrated Program in Management (IPM) specifically at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu

Q: How can I find the JIPMAT cutoff for a specific institute?

JIPMAT cutoff scores for a specific institute are made available on the IPM admission page of the official website. Candidates can find the JIPMAT cutoff scores on the official website of IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. The cutoff scores may release in a PDF along with the details of the further admission criteria. Candidates must check if they meet the cutoff marks or not. Candidates who meet the cutoff score can process to express their interest by paying the EOI fees. Those who have expressed their interest will be shortlisted based on the selection criteria by a particular institute.

Q: How can I improve my chances of meeting the JIPMAT cutoff?

Candidates must enhance their overall exam preparation to score better in the JIPMAT exam. A good JIPMAT score improves the chances of a candidate meeting the JIPMAT cutoff. JIPMAT cutoff will shortlist candidates for the admission process conducted by IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. To enhance the JIPMAT preparation, candidates must practise the previous years question papers and take as many mock tests as possible. JIPMAT is comparatively an easy exam, however, qualifying the cutoff becomes difficult as nearly 7000 candidates fight for 120 seats offered for IPM admission at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.

Q: How difficult is JIPMAT question paper compared to IPMAT exam?

Compared to IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak, the JIPMAT is generally considered easier. Specifically, past test-takers have rated the Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability sections as easy, while Data Interpretation is viewed as moderate

Q: I am waiting for Class 12 results. Am I eligible for JIPMAT exam?

Yes, candidates waiting for Class 12 results are eligible to appear for JIPMAT. However, admissions are subject to candidates passing Class 12 with required eligibility conditions.

Q: Who prescribes the JIPMAT exam syllabus?

National Testing Agency prescribes the JIPMAT exam syllabus. Candidates can find the JIPMAT syllabus on the official exam website.

Q: What is the marking scheme for JIPMAT?

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: When is JIPMAT notification released?

JIPMAT notification released on April 16.

Q: Who releases JIPMAT notification?

JIPMAT exam notification is released by the National testing Agency on behalf of IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.

Q: What are the details mentioned in JIPMAT notification?

JIPMAT notification hosts details like application fee, exam date, registration schedule, and form correction dates. JIPMAT notification also indicates the participating institutes.

Q: Does JIPMAT notification indicate all dates?

No. JIPMAT exam notification indicates the date for exam, registration and exam form correction. Candidates can find the tentative result date on the notification.

Q: What is JIPMAT exam?

JIPMAT exam fullform is [Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test. JIPMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted for admission to 5-Year Integrated Program in Management (IPM).