Know the Important Topics for IPMAT 2026 Preparation

Overview: Explore the most Important Topics for IPMAT 2026 and prepare effectively for the examinations. This blog covers exam patterns and strategic study materials for the national-level aptitude test and personal interviews, which are essential for aspiring management students.

If you are preparing for IPMAT 2026, knowing the important topics for IPMAT becomes crucial.

Since the test assesses your Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Ability, and Verbal Ability, you need to focus on key areas to score high.

This guide presents you with all the must-know topics to ace IPMAT 2026. 

Are you ready to explore? Let's begin.

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Important Topics for IPMAT IIM Indore 2026

Go through the Important IPMAT Topics from the post below and enhance your exam preparation.

A more-to-less strategy is highly beneficial while preparing for an unpredictable exam like IPMAT Indore.

You should start with the most important topics that are frequently asked about.

This will help you if a trend in the topic's share of questions gets repeated.

If a particular topic has not been asked for a long time, it can be kept for later.

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Important Topics Trend and Number of Questions from Quantitative Ability 2025 vs 2024 vs 2023 vs 2022

Important topics for IPMAT and the number of questions in the Quantitative Ability (QA) section for the years 2025, 2024, 2023, and 2022

IPMAT Important Topics	2025	2024 (MCQ)	2024 (SA)	2023 (MCQ & SA)	2022 (MCQ & SA)
Simple Interest/Compound Interest (SICI)	1	1	1	-	1
Basic Algebra	-	1	-	-	1
Modulus Function	-	1	-	-	1
Permutations	-	1	-	-	1
Geometry	-	1	-	-	1
Speed Distance & Time	1	1	-	-	-
Logarithms	1	2	1	1	2
Progressions with Log	-	2	-	-	2
Heights & Distance/ Trigo	-	1	1	1	1
Profit & Loss	-	1	-	-	1
Coordinate Geometry	2	3	-	-	3
Set Theory	-	2	1	3	2
Permutations and Combinations (P&C)	2	2	-	-	2
Data Arrangement	5	5	-	-	5
Percentage	-	-	1	-	-
Matrices	1	-	1	-	-
Mod Inequality	-	-	1	-	-
Counting	-	-	1	-	-
Mensuration	-	-	1	-	-
Quadratic Equation	-	-	1	-	-
Number System	1	-	1	3	-
Ratio	-	-	1	-	-
Function	-	-	1	2	-
Set based on Mean, Median	-	-	3	-	-
Arithmetic Progression & Geometric Progression	1	-	-	4	-
Determinants	1	-	-	1	-
Functions	-	-	-	2	-
Remainders	1	-	-	-	-
Polygon (Octagon)	1	-	-	-	-
Logarithms + Proportion	1	-	-	-	-
Target Site Duplication	-	-	-	1	-
Probability	1	-	-	1	-
Trigonometry	-	-	-	1	-
Averages	-	-	-	1	-
Data interpretation	-	-	-	5	-

Check: IPMAT Syllabus 2025

Important Topics Trend for IPMAT and Number of Questions from Verbal Ability 2025 vs 2024 vs 2023 vs 2022

The table provides an idea of the important topics for the Verbal Ability (VA) section for IIM Indore IPMAT 2026:

Go through the important topics in the IPMAT post below and enhance your preparation to score good marks in the Verbal Ability Section.

IPMAT's most important topics and the number of questions in past years' verbal ability (VA) section for the years 2025, 2024, 2023, and 2022:

Important Chapters for IPMAT	2025	2024	2023	2022
Reading Comprehension	18 (3 passages × 6 Qs)	8	12	-
Identify and spot the errors	-	-	-	4–5
Idioms	-	2	-	2–3
Phrasal Verbs	-	5	-	-
Grammar	5	5	5	-
Paracompletion	5	5	5	4–5
Para jumbles	5	5	5	4–5
Confusing Words	-	5	5	-
Fillers	-	5	-	7–8
Vocabulary	12	-	-	-

Based on these important topics for IPMAT trend, you can predict the trend for IPMAT 2026.

Important Topics for IPMAT IIM Rohtak 2026

Review the important topics for the IPMAT Rohtak Exam from the post below and enhance your preparation.

1. Quantitative Ability

The table below shows the important topics for the Quantitative Ability section for IIM Rohtak IPMAT 2026: 

Number systems	Common graphs and charts	Data Interpretation	Mixtures and Allegations
Distance, Time, and Work	Averages	Quantitative reasoning	Geometry
Profit and Loss	Simple Equations	Percentages	Quadratic Equations
Binomial Theorem	Mensuration	Permutation and Combination	Ratio and Proportion
Trigonometry	Set Theory	Problems on Ages	Logarithms

Important Topics Trend for IPMAT Rohtak and Number of Questions from Quantitative Ability

Topic	2025	2024*	2023*	2022*	2021*	2020	2019
Mensuration (cuboid, cube)	5–6	3	3	3–4	4	5	2–3
Time, Speed & Distance	4	2–3	4	3–4	4–5	2	3–4
Simplification	4	-	-	1	-	-	-
Percentage	3–4	1	3	3	2–3	1	-
Profit & Loss	2–3	3	3	3	-	-	-
Simple & Compound Interest (SI & CI)	3	3–4	3	2	2	1	-
Average	3 (1 incorrect)	-	-	-	-	-	2
Time & Work / Pipes	2	2	4	1–2	3–4	-	2
Ratio	2	2–3	2	-	-	-	4
Partnership	2	-	-	-	-	-	-
Age	2–3	1	1	-	-	-	1
Number System (LCM)	1	3–4	4	4–5	1	2–3	2–3
Permutations & Combinations	1	-	-	-	-	-	-
Probability	1	-	2	-	-	-	-
Stock & Share	1	-	-	-	-	-	-
Calendar	1	1	1	-	-	-	3
Height & Distance	1	-	1	-	-	-	-
Number Series	1	-	-	-	-	-	-
Algebra	-	5–6	-	2	-	-	2–3
Quadratic Equations	-	-	-	3	1–2	-	2
Puzzles	-	-	2	-	-	-	-
Clocks	-	1	1	-	-	-	3

2. Verbal Ability

The table below shows the important topics for the Verbal Ability section for IIM Rohtak IPMAT 2026:

Vocabulary (including Synonyms and Antonyms)	Reading Comprehension	Grammar	Sentence Rearrangement
Sentence Correction	Sentence Completion	Correct Usage of words and phrases	Verbal Analogies
Logical Consistency	Deductive Reasoning	Inference-based passages	Prepositions
Conjunctions	Tenses	Modifiers and Parallelism	Noun and Pronoun Errors

Important Topics Trend for IPMAT Rohtak and Number of Questions from Verbal Ability

Topic	2025	2024*	2023*	2022*	2021*	2020	2019
Reading Comprehension	3 Passages (4Q, 4Q, 1Q)	8 (2 Passages)	8 (3 Passages)	9 (3 Passages)	16 (4 Passages)	2	6 (2 Passages)
Fill in the blanks	-	3–4	2	-	-	-	-
Analogy	-	2	3–4	4–5	2	-	-
Vocabulary	8–10	2–3	8	14–15	-	3–4	-
Strong & Weak Argument	-	1	-	-	-	-	-
Word Usage	-	-	9	-	-	-	-
Idiom	-	2–3	4	-	3	-	-
Para Jumbles (Rearrangement)	5	3–4	2	3	6–8	-	-
Spelling Correction	-	2	2	-	-	-	-
Sentence Improvement	-	4–5	2	-	-	-	-
Error Spotting	-	-	4–5	5–6	3	-	-
Sentence Rearrangement	-	-	2	-	-	-	-
Short Passages	-	2	-	2	-	-	-
Odd one out	-	2	-	-	-	-	-
One Word Substitution	-	2–3	-	4–5	2	4–5	-
Sentence Completion	-	-	4	-	-	-	-
Active Passive Voice	-	-	-	-	3–4	-	-

3. Logical Reasoning

The table below shows the important topics for IPMAT for the Logical Reasoning section for IIM Rohtak IPMAT 2026:

The following simple tips and tricks will help you learn Short Tricks to Attempt Logical Reasoning Questions in the IPMAT exam.

Topic	Sub -Topic
Basic LR	Logical Sequence Series, Coding, Arrangements Blood Relations, Input and Output, Binary Logic
Standard LR Sets	Games and Tournaments, Cubes and Visual Puzzles, Word Problems, Sequencing, Grid Puzzles, Linear and Circular Seating Arrangements, etc
Visual Puzzles	Cubes and Dices, Venn Diagrams
Sentence Correction	Critical Reasoning, Statements, Conclusions, Syllogisms, True or False, etc.

Important Topics Trend for IPMAT Rohtak and Number of Questions from Logical Reasoning 

Topic	2025	2024*	2023*	2022*	2021*	2020	2019
Syllogisms	5–6	-	2	6–7	-	-	-
Coded Blood Relations	3	2	4	2–3	2–3	2	2–3
Direction Sense	3	-	-	-	-	-	-
Critical Reasoning	2–3	-	-	-	-	-	-
Inequalities	2	-	-	-	-	-	-
Mirror Image	2	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sitting Arrangement (linear)	3	3	4	5	8–10	8	-
Circular Arrangement	2	-	-	-	-	-	-
Cube Cutting	1	2–3	3–4	-	-	-	-
Calendar	1	3	-	-	-	1	-
Clocks	1	3	-	-	-	-	-
Analogy	2	2	2	3	3–4	2	3–4
Percentage & Average	1 each	-	-	-	-	-	-
Data Arrangement (3 sets)	6 (2 each set)	-	-	-	-	-	-
Blood Relations (non-coded)	-	2	4	2–3	2–3	2	2–3
True–False	-	-	1	-	-	-	-
Series	-	-	4–5	3–4	2	-	-
Age	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Statement–Conclusion	-	3–4	2	-	-	-	-
Statement–Assumptions	-	-	-	4–5	-	-	-
Strong & Weak Arguments	-	1	-	-	-	-	-
Venn Diagram	-	1	-	-	-	-	-
Coding–Decoding	-	-	2	2–3	3–4	2	2
Number Series	-	2	4	-	-	2	-
Arrangement (Linear/Circular/Matrix)	-	3	4	5	8–10	8	-
Puzzles	-	1	1–2	-	-	-	-
Data Sufficiency	-	2	3	3–4	-	-	-
Data Interpretation (2 Sets)	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Clocks & Calendar	-	3	-	-	-	1	-
Cubes	-	2–3	3–4	-	-	-	-
Missing Numbers (Image-Based)	-	-	-	1	1	-	-
Water Image	-	-	-	1	-	-	-
Mathematical Operations	-	-	-	1	-	-	-
Logical Connectives	-	-	-	-	1–2	-	-

As IPMAT 2026 approaches, it is crucial to understand the exam structure and focus on the important topics for IPMAT Indore and Rohtak.

Important Topics for the JIPMAT 2026 Exam

Review the important topics for the JIPMAT Exam from the post below and enhance your preparation.

1. Quantitative Aptitude

The table below shows the important topics for the Quantitative Ability section for JIPMAT 2026: 

Topic	Details
Number System	Integers, Rational numbers, LCM, HCF, Fractions, Decimals, Surds
Arithmetic	Percentages, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Ratio and Proportion, Averages
Algebra	Linear and Quadratic Equations, Polynomials
Geometry and Mensuration	Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles, Areas, Volumes
Probability and Statistics	Basic Probability, Mean, Median, Mode, Variance, Standard Deviation
Set Theory	Union, Intersection, Venn Diagrams
Trigonometry	Basic Trigonometric Ratios, Heights and Distances
Data Sufficiency	Solving problems using provided data

Topic Weightage Based on Past Years Trend

Topic	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
Identities	2–3	–	–	–	–
Profit & Loss (P&L)	2	1	2	2	5
Averages	1–2	–	–	1	2
Number System	2	5–6	2–3	2	4
Miscellaneous	3–4	–	–	–	–
Quadratic Equations	2	3–4	–	–	–
Linear Equations	1–2	–	–	–	–
Trigonometry	2	7–8	2	4–5	4
Mensuration	2–3	–	3	3	3
Mixture & Allegation	2	1	1	1	2
Simple & Compound Interest (SI & CI)	2	–	–	–	–
Ratios	2–3	1	1	1	1
Permutation & Combination (P&C)	1	2	–	–	–
Time & Work	2	1	3	3	2
Percentages	2	–	–	–	–
Geometry	2–3	–	–	–	–

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2. Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning

The table below shows the important topics for the Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning section for JIPMAT 2026:

JIPMAT Syllabus for 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
Assumptions	Seating Arrangement	Data Sufficiency
Puzzles	Sets & Caselets	Bars & Line Graphs

Topic Weightage Based on Past Years Trend

Topic	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
Faulty Clock	1	–	–	–	–
Dice	1	–	–	–	–
Figure Counting	1	–	–	–	–
Water Image	1	–	–	–	–
Mirror Image	1	–	–	–	–
Series (Non-verbal)	1	–	–	–	4
Blood Relation (Pointing)	1	1	2	2	2–3
Syllogism	1	–	1	–	4
Circular Arrangement	2	–	1	1–2	4
Number Series	2	3	2	2–3	4
Coding-Decoding	2–3	3	2–3	3–5	2
Odd One Out	1	3–4	–	–	–
Line Graph	3	–	–	–	–
Pie Chart	3	4 + 1 + 2	8 (Pie Charts)	8 (Pie Charts)	2 (Pie Chart)
Tabular	2	–	–	–	–
Analogy	–	–	–	–	4
Verbal Reasoning	–	–	2–3	2–3	–
Directions	–	–	1	2	–
Arrangement (Linear/Circular/Matrix)	–	5–6	1	1–2	4
Data Sufficiency	–	–	–	–	3
Cubes	–	–	–	–	2
Clocks & Calendar	–	–	–	–	–
Analogy & Odd Man Out	–	3–4	–	–	–
Logical Connectives	–	3–4	–	–	–
(Unlabeled/Puzzle type)	–	2	–	–	–

3. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension

The table below shows the important topics for the Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension section for JIPMAT 2026:

Topic Category	Topics Covered
Reading Comprehension	Passages with questions based on inference, tone, and summary
Vocabulary	Synonyms, Antonyms, One-Word Substitution, Idioms, Phrases
Grammar	Sentence Correction, Spotting Errors, Fill in the Blanks
Sentence Structuring	Sentence Rearrangement (Para-jumbles), Cloze Test
Critical Reasoning	Inference-based Questions, Logical Consistency, Arguments

Topic Weightage Based on Past Years Trend

Topic	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
Synonyms and Antonyms	4–5 questions	2	2	2	2
Spot the Error	4–5 questions	1	1	–	2
Reading Comprehension (RC)	1 Passage – Inference-based (3 Qs)	10 (1 passage)	10 (2 passages)	10 (2 passages)	10 (2 passages)
Cloze Test	5 blanks	–	–	–	–
Idioms	Included	1	–	–	–
Foreign Phrases	Included (e.g., De jure, Alias)	–	–	–	–
Active/Passive Voice & Narration	Direct questions	–	–	–	–
Spelling Errors	Included	2	2	2	2
Tense Identification	Included	–	–	–	–
Fill in the Blanks	–	2	2	2	2
Vocabulary	–	4	5	4	6
One-Word Substitution	–	2	2	2	2
Para Jumbles	–	2	2	2	2
Sentence Improvement	–	2	–	–	–

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IPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern

IIM Indore IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

The table below shows the IIM Indore IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026: 

Sections	Quantitative Ability	Quantitative Ability	Verbal Ability
Question Type	Objective Type Questions (MCQ)	Descriptive Type (Short Answers)	Objective Type Questions (MCQ)
Number of Questions	30	15	45
Maximum Marks	120	60	180
Time Duration	40 mins	40 mins	40 mins

Note 1: In the verbal section, there can be 4-5 short answer questions for para jumble questions.

Note 2: Since IIM Ranchi follows the same exam pattern as IIM Indore, the above table applies to IIM Ranchi as well.

What else to know?

• The IIM Indore IPMAT aptitude test is divided into three sections: Quantitative Ability (Short Answer Questions), Quantitative Ability (MCQs), and Verbal Ability.
• There are 45 Quantitative Ability questions. Of those 45 questions, 30 are objective-type questions (MCQs), and 15 are descriptive-type questions (Short answers type).
• The Verbal Ability section comprises 45 objective-type questions (MCQs).
• The time allotted to complete the aptitude test is 120 minutes, which are divided into 3 parts of 40 minutes each.
• The mark allotted for each correct answer is 4, with a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer. 

Check: IPMAT Total Marks 2026

IIM Rohtak IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

The table below shows the IIM Rohtak IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026:

Section	No. of Questions	Time Duration
Quantitative ability	40	40 mins
Logical reasoning	40	40 mins
Verbal ability	40	40 mins

What else to know?

• The IIM Rohtak IPMAT aptitude test is divided into three sections: Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability.
• The Quantitative Ability section comprises 40 objective-type questions (MCQs).
• The Verbal Ability section comprises 40 objective-type questions (MCQs).
• The Logical reasoning section comprises 40 objective-type questions (MCQs).
• The time allotted to complete the aptitude test is 120 minutes, which are divided into 3 parts of 40 minutes each.
• The mark allotted for each correct answer is 4, with a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer. 

Check: IPMAT Marking Scheme 2026

JIPMAT Exam Pattern 2026

The table below provides the details about the paper pattern for JIPMAT 2026:

JIPMAT Exam Sections	Number of Questions	Marks Per Question	Total Marks
Quantitative Aptitude	33	4	132
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning	33	4	132
Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension	34	4	136
Total	100		400

JIPMAT Marking Scheme 2026

Aspect	Details
Correct Answer	+4 marks
Incorrect Answer	-1 mark
Unattempted Question	0 marks (no penalty)
Total Questions	100 questions
Total Marks	400 marks

The marking scheme emphasizes accuracy, as incorrect answers result in negative markings.

Recommended Books for the Exam

We've compiled the best study material and resources to cover the important topics for IPMAT and JIPMAT.

IPMAT Exam Preparation Books

IPMAT Books 2026 for Quantitative Ability

IPMAT Books Name	Author/Publisher	Description
NCERT - Class XI and XII Mathematics	R.D. Sharma	This book explains the concepts with detailed illustrations and summarizes formulas and theories at the end of each chapter.
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT	Arun Sharma	This book covers all the topics per the latest syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams	R.S. Aggarwal	This book provides formulas and solved examples for each chapter and more than 5,500 questions with answers.
Magical Book on Mathematics	M Tyra	This book involves several exercises that aim to fulfill the need for faster and more effective mathematical problem-solving methods.
Understanding ICSE Mathematics	M.L. Aggarwal	This book covers all the concepts of modern/higher mathematics from the ICSE curriculum.
Objective Mathematics for JEE	R.D. Sharma	This book offers detailed explanations and many problems, ideal for students preparing for competitive exams.

You can also check out IIM IPMAT Preparation Books by Supergrads for 360-degree preparation.

IPMAT Books 2026 for Verbal Ability

IPMAT Book Name	Author/Publisher	Description
Word Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis	This book is broadly divided into three sections. At the end of each chapter, there is a review exercise and easy tips for improving vocabulary and word skills.
Better English	Norman Lewis	The book provides grammar, pronunciation, and spelling lessons and offers various practical examples at the end of each chapter.
English Grammar and Composition	Wren and Martin	This book provides guidance and practice in sentence building, correct usage, comprehension, and composition.
Brush Up Your English	ST Imam	This book aims to help learners improve their English language skills. It covers grammar, vocabulary, and practical usage to enhance proficiency.
Reading Comprehension	Editorial pages of Newspapers like the Hindu, Times of India & Indian Express.
Wordweb (Online Dictionary)	It provides definitions, synonyms, related words, and readable and audible pronunciations, which is useful for anyone seeking to enhance their vocabulary and understanding of English.

IPMAT Books 2026 for Logical Reasoning

IPMAT Book Name	Author/Publisher	Description
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT	Pearson	Offers detailed conceptual frameworks and diverse practice questions to excel in the CAT's logical reasoning and data interpretation sections.
How to Prepare for Logical Reasoning for CAT	Arun Sharma	It provides strategies and techniques to master logical reasoning, which is essential for cracking the CAT. It features extensive practice questions and solved examples to enhance problem-solving skills.
A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning	R.S. Aggarwal	Covers all the topics of logical and critical reasoning with practice exercises at the end of each topic.
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT	Arun Sharma	You can leave the high-difficulty questions from this book and only practice the easy to medium-level questions for the IPMAT Rohtak.

JIPMAT Exam Preparation Books

JIPMAT Subject	Name of Best Books for JIPMAT
English	High School English Grammar & Composition by Wren and Martin
	Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi
	Pearson's English
	Arihant General English for all Competitive Examinations by Hari Mohan Prashad
	English - From Plinth to Paramount by Neetu Singh
	Word Power Made Easy - Norman Lewis
Quantitative Aptitude	Quantitative Aptitude by NK Singh
	Quantitative Aptitude by Arihant
	Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning	10 and 11 NCERT Math textbooks
	Verbal Reasoning Book by RS Agarwal
	501 Challenging Logical Reasoning Practice Book
	A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Non-Verbal by B.S. Sijwali and Indu Sijwali

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Best IPMAT Study Material for Preparation

If you've started your IPMAT preparation early and have plenty of time to study thoroughly, consider using these two comprehensive study materials.

They provide in-depth syllabus coverage and are excellent resources for mastering the important topics for IPMAT.

1. Rankers Study Material by Supergrads

Excel in IPM and BBA entrance exams easily and excellently using this in-depth study material.

The material includes a set of 23 booklets, with 7 each dedicated to Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, and Logical Reasoning, ensuring 360-degree preparation for every section.

Additionally, a specialized manual is designed to refine your interview skills, giving you a well-rounded edge in the selection process.

2. Grand Masters Box by Supergrads

GBM Box offers over 3,000 questions covering Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability.

Designed specifically for IPMAT, JIPMAT, and other BBA entrance exams, it provides comprehensive practice to help you strengthen your problem-solving skills and boost your confidence for the test.

Use these study materials to master important topics for IPMAT to score high. Also, focus on strategic preparation through consistent mock test practice.

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Key Takeaways:

• National Reach: IPMAT exams are accessible to students across India and offer entry into IIMs' 5-year Integrated Management Programs.
• Exam Format: The IPMAT includes an Aptitude Test and a Personal Interview. Both IIM Indore and Rohtak have a distinct exam pattern.
• Major Topics: The article outlines important topics for IPMAT 2026 and trends that has changed over the years.
• Study Resources: It highlights the availability of free study materials and practice tests, which are crucial for effective IPMAT preparation.
• Institution-Specific Features: IPMAT Indore's quants section includes short answer questions and occasional logical reasoning, while IPMAT Rohtak focuses on a dedicated Logical Reasoning section and omits short answers.