Overview Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Exam Level | National Level Entrance Exam |
| Courses Offered | 5-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) |
| Participating Institutes | IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 400 |
| Exam Duration | 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes) |
| Medium of Exam | English |
| Sections | Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 33 Questions |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning | 33 Questions |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | 34 Questions |
| Marks per Question | 4 marks |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark deducted for each incorrect answer |
| Eligibility | Candidates who have passed Class 12/equivalent or are appearing in the qualifying year, subject to institute-specific requirements |
| Admission Process | JIPMAT → Score/Percentile → IIM Selection Process → Admission |
| Official Website | exams.nta.nic.in/jipmat/ |
The Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) is conducted by NTA for admission to the IPM programmes offered by IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.
The programme is designed for students who want to start their management education after completing Class 12.
JIPMAT 2026 Exam Mode
JIPMAT is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Candidates answer objective-type multiple-choice questions during the examination.
JIPMAT Exam Duration
The examination duration is 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). Candidates should manage their time carefully across the different sections of the paper.
JIPMAT Eligibility
Candidates must meet the eligibility conditions prescribed for the year of admission.
The eligibility, document verification and admission requirements are checked according to the rules of IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya. Candidates should read the current NTA information bulletin before applying.
JIPMAT Admission Process
The JIPMAT score is used as part of the admission process for the IPM programmes at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.
Candidates must also satisfy the respective institute's admission criteria, eligibility requirements, merit conditions, medical fitness requirements and document verification rules.
Why Do Students Take JIPMAT?
JIPMAT gives Class 12 students an opportunity to apply for an integrated management programme at two IIMs through a common entrance test.
Students interested in management, business, economics and related fields can consider JIPMAT as one of their entrance exam options.
JIPMAT Official Website
Candidates should check the NTA JIPMAT portal for official notifications, application updates, admit cards, answer keys and other examination information.
Official Website: NTA JIPMAT Official Website