JIPMAT 2026: Official Guide to IIM Jammu & Bodh Gaya Admissions
Registration, Syllabus, Step-by-Step Application & Preparation Strategy
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Secure Your Seat in the 5-Year Integrated Programme at IIM Jammu & IIM Bodh Gaya
1. Examination Calendar & Fee Structure
Managed by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JIPMAT is the gateway to India's prestigious undergraduate management programs.
| Event Milestone | Timeline (Tentative 2026) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | February 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | Last Week of March 2026 |
| Correction Window | March 28 – March 31, 2026 |
| JIPMAT Exam Date | Mid-April 2026 |
Registration Fee:
General / OBC (NCL): ₹2,000 | SC / ST / PwD / EWS: ₹1,000
Candidates outside India: ₹10,000
2. Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Ensure you meet the academic benchmarks before proceeding with the application:
Educational Background
Passed 10+2/XII/HSC in Arts, Commerce, or Science stream in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026.
Minimum Marks
At least 60% aggregate in Class 10 and Class 12 (55% for SC/ST/PwD).
3. Step-by-Step Application Journey
Register on the official portal using a unique email and mobile. Note down the system-generated Application Number.
Fill in detailed marks for Class 10 and 12. Select your preferred test cities from the list of over 75 locations.
Upload a scanned photo (10-200kb) and signature (4-30kb). Photos must be recent with 80% face visibility.
Complete payment via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card. Print the Confirmation Page for counseling.
4. Examination Pattern & Scoring
The exam is a 150-minute Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 questions.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 33 | 132 |
| Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 33 | 132 |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 34 | 136 |
Marking Scheme: +4 for Correct | -1 for Incorrect | 0 for Unattempted.
5. Preparation Strategy & Career Outcomes
The Strategy
- QA: Focus on Arithmetic (Averages, Percentages, Profit & Loss).
- DILR: Practice 2-3 sets of Graphs and Puzzles daily.
- VARC: Read editorials daily to improve reading speed for RCs.
Post-Exam Careers
Graduates enter top-tier roles in Investment Banking, Management Consulting, and Marketing with average packages ranging from ₹15–22 LPA.
Official Website: jipmat.nta.ac.in
