JIPMAT
Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test
Conducted by NATIONAL TESTING AGENCY (NTA)
The Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) is conducted annually by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for students seeking admission to the five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. It is intended for students who have completed Class 12 and wish to pursue management education immediately after school. The computer-based examination consists of multiple-choice questions covering Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. Admissions are based on JIPMAT scores, subject to the eligibility criteria and admission policies of the participating institutes. The IPM curriculum combines undergraduate and postgraduate management education, leading to an MBA degree upon successful completion.
| Exam Name | Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Duration | 150 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Medium | English |
| Courses Offered | 5-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) |
JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test) is a national-level entrance examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to the 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) offered by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. The exam assesses candidates in Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC(NCL)/EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹1,000 |
| Event | Type | Session | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JIPMAT 2026 Registration Starts Tentative |
Registration | 2027 | April 2027 | Online application process is expected to begin. |
| JIPMAT 2027 Registration Ends Tentative |
Registration | 2027 | First Week of May 2027 | Last date to submit the online application form. |
| JIPMAT 2027 Admit Card Release Tentative |
Admit Card | 2027 | Last Week of May 2027 | Admit cards are expected to be available for download. |
| JIPMAT 2027 Exam Date Tentative |
Exam | 2027 | First Week of June 2027 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) is expected to be conducted. |
| JIPMAT 2027 Result Declaration Tentative |
Result | 2027 | June–July 2027 | — |
Candidates must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognized board with the minimum marks specified by the participating IIMs. They should also have passed Class 10 from a recognized board. General, EWS, and OBC candidates are required to secure at least 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in both Class 10 and Class 12, while SC, ST, and PwD candidates require a minimum of 55% marks. Candidates appearing for the Class 12 examination in the admission year are also eligible to apply, provided they meet all eligibility requirements at the time of admission. Applicants must also satisfy the age criteria specified in the official admission notification.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude(QA) | 33 | 132 | MCQ |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 33 | 132 | MCQ |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 34 | 136 | MCQ |
| Total | 100 | 400 | — |
The official JIPMAT 2027 cutoff will be announced by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu after the declaration of the JIPMAT 2027 results. The cutoff will vary across categories and depend on factors such as the exam’s difficulty level, the number of applicants, seat availability, and reservation policies. The values below are tentative expected cutoffs based on previous admission trends.
| College | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIM Bodh Gaya | 280+ | 260+ | 200+ | 200+ |
| IIM Jammu | 280+ | 260+ | 200+ | 200+ |
JIPMAT scores are accepted for admission to the five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) offered by IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. These premier government management institutes provide an integrated curriculum combining undergraduate and postgraduate management education, culminating in an MBA degree upon successful completion.
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After the declaration of the JIPMAT 2027 results, the participating institutes, IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu, will begin their admission process separately. There is no centralised counselling conducted by NTA. Candidates must apply to the participating IIMs as per their admission notifications. The institutes prepare category-wise merit lists based on JIPMAT scores and eligibility criteria. Shortlisted candidates are required to complete document verification, pay the admission fee, and confirm their seats within the stipulated deadline. Admission is granted only after successful verification of documents and fulfilment of all eligibility requirements. Most JIPMAT aspirants are 17 or 18 — juggling board exams, a brand-new entrance test, and a decision (management, right after Class 12) that most people don't make until years later. That's exactly why CATMock built a dedicated JIPMAT mentorship track: to give students a clear, structured path into IIM Jammu or IIM Bodh Gaya's 5-year Integrated Programme in Management, without the guesswork. We start by understanding where you actually stand — your academic profile, your comfort level across sections, your preferred institute, and how much time you realistically have alongside board prep — and build a roadmap around that, not a one-size-fits-all timeline. JIPMAT rewards precision as much as knowledge, thanks to its negative marking, so our mock analysis goes beyond "what did you get wrong" into "what should you have skipped." We help you build a genuine feel for your own risk threshold — when a calculated guess is worth it and when it isn't — while tracking consistency and keeping your motivation steady through a prep window that often runs alongside your toughest board months. Section-wise, we go deep on Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension. And because JIPMAT admission isn't decided by your exam score alone — both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya fold your Class 10 and 12 marks into the final merit list — we help you keep that side of the equation strong too, alongside honest guidance on institute choice and what the 5-year IPM path actually looks like once you're in. If you're starting your management journey earlier than most, CATMock makes sure you're starting it smarter too. Contact CATMock for Free Counselling: Email – info@catmock.com | Phone No. – +91 92596 73675
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