JIPMAT Admission 2026 Process, Eligibility & Selection Criteria

Overview: JIPMAT is a national entrance exam for the five-year IPM program at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya, leading to BBA and MBA degrees. Read on to know all about the JIPMAT admission process 2026.

The JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test) exam is a national entrance exam for the IPM programs in IIM Bodhgaya and IIM Jammu.

The IPM program is a five-year program that, upon completion, will award you a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration.

The selection process for JIPMAT admission to the IPM program at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya comprises four stages: online registration, the JIPMAT entrance exam, merit list preparation, and counselling.

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JIPMAT Admission Process 2026

IIM Jammu pioneered the JIPMAT exam for admission to the five-year IPM program at IIM Jammu.

This unique and creative program aims to prepare young students like you with full managerial and decision-making capabilities. 

For JIPMAT 2026 Admission to the IPM program, you need to qualify for the entrance exam.

Based on the JIPMAT cut-off score, you can choose a particular IPM program.

The institute will offer around 140 seats for the IPM program.

IIM Jammu IPM 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for IIM Jammu IPM, candidates must have completed Standard XII/ HSC or an equivalent examination in 2023 and 2024 or are expected to complete it in 2026. 

Minimum Percentage: Applicants must have scored at least 60% in Standard X/ SSC and Standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations. The minimum required percentage for candidates from the SC, ST, and PwD categories is 55%.

Also, the candidate must have passed the 10th class examination in the year not before 2021.

Eligibility for International Applicants: Candidates pursuing their XII standard from international schools affiliated with foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) can apply.

Note: These eligibility criteria are subject to change. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check the IIM Jammu website for any updates or modifications to the JIPMAT admission requirements.

IIM Jammu Selection Process 2026

The selection process of IIM Jammu consists of:

• Stage 1: The Joint Integrated Program in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) will be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
• Stage 2: The Merit list will be prepared based on the JIPMAT Score and gender diversity.

Note: There will be no Personal Interview (PI).

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IIM Jammu IPM 2026 Reservation Policy

IIM Jammu provides the reservation as per the Government of India Reservation Policy in case you fall under any one of the following categories:

Category	% Reservation
Scheduled Caste	15%
Scheduled Tribe	7.5%
NC - OBC	27%
EWS	10%
PwD	5%

Merit List Criteria at IIM Jammu for IPM

The merit list is prepared based on a composite score comprising the weightage of the JIPMAT score, the academic profiles of classes 10th and 12th, and gender diversity, as shown in the table below.

Components	Percentage
JIPMAT Score	95%
Gender Diversity	5%

Gender Diversity

Gender	Marks
Male	0
Female	5

IIM Jammu IPM 2026 Seat Intake

• The total seat intake would be 120 for the academic year 2026-30.
• There are 10 seats reserved for girls, known as supernumerary seats.

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Expression of Interest (EOI) Registration

• IIM Jammu will invite you to register for the Expression of Interest (EOI) upon merit list declaration.
• Complete the registration process promptly.

JIPMAT Admission Offer

• You will receive the JIPMAT admission offer based on the vacant seats and your position on the merit list.
• If you accept the offer, proceed to the next step.

Offer Acceptance Amount

• To secure your admission through JIPMAT, you must send an offer acceptance amount of Rs. 50,000 within the specified time frame.
• This amount will be adjusted against the Term 1 fee.

Withdrawal Option

• You can withdraw your offer by the institute's withdrawal date if needed.
• However, please note that an offer acceptance refund, after withdrawal, will be subject to a Rs. 1000 processing charge.

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IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026 Admission Process

IIM Bodhgaya started its IPM program in 2021. As we all know, it will start the 5-year IPM program in the academic session of 2026. 

After you complete the course, IIM Bodh Gaya will award you a Bachelor of Business Management and a Master of Business Administration.

IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed the 10+2/ XII/ HSC examination in arts, commerce, or science streams or equivalent with a minimum of 60% (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories) in 2024 or are expected to complete in 2026.

Also, the candidate must have passed the 10th class examination in 2022 or later.

Minimum Percentage: Applicants must also have achieved at least 60% in the Class X examination (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories).

Percentage Calculation: The marks obtained in Class X and XII will be calculated according to the Board’s regulations. If no specific laws exist, the aggregate marks of all subjects appearing in the grade sheet will be considered for calculating the final percentage.

Provisional Admission: Candidates in their final year of Standard XII can apply provisionally. However, their JIPMAT admission remains provisional until the final Class XII results are confirmed. Candidates who fail to meet the required scores will be removed from the admission process.

Note: These eligibility criteria are subject to change. Prospective candidates should continuously monitor the IIM Bodh Gaya website for updates or changes to the JIPMAT admission requirements.

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IIM Bodh Gaya Selection Process 2026

Admission to IPM will be based ONLY on the Joint Integrated Program Admission Test (JIPMAT 2026) at IIM Bodhgaya. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct the IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu exams. 

Stage I: Online Registration

(i) Interested applicants who fulfil the eligibility criteria should submit their application online as outlined in the application procedure. (ii) A non-refundable registration fee will be required upon application submission.

Stage II: Entrance Exam

(i) Admission to the IPM program will be through the Joint IPM Admission Test (JIPMAT 2026), conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. IIM Bodh Gaya may also explore joint examination options with other IIMs offering the IPM program.
(ii) The exam will assess the candidate's aptitude across various sections.

Stage III: Merit List Preparation

(i) The marks obtained in the JIPMAT 2026 will be used to prepare the merit list. Candidates who score more than or equal to the category-wise sectional percentile 30 will be eligible for the Merit List.
(ii) Government of India rules for reservation in JIPMAT admission will apply to SC, ST, NC-OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.
(iii) 70% of seats are gender-neutral. If the optimal number of girls across reservation categories is not met within the gender-neutral pool, the remaining 30% of seats will be allocated as a combination of gender-neutral and supernumerary girls (SNG) seats to promote a healthy gender ratio on campus while maintaining merit as the primary consideration.
(iv) Sectional raw scores will be subject to minimum qualifying requirements, which will be decided after the JIPMAT results based on the available pool of candidates.

Stage IV: Tie-breaking Rule for Merit List

If the overall composite scores of two or more students are the same, they will be ranked based on the following criteria in order:

1. Higher overall JIPMAT score.
2. Higher VARC section score.
3. Higher QA section score.
4. Higher DILR section score.
5. Higher Class X score.
6. Higher Class XII score.
7. More recent appearance in Class XII.
8. More recent appearance in Class X.
9. Younger date of birth.

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Merit List Criteria at IIM Bodh Gaya for IPM

Marks obtained in the JIPMAT entrance exam, 10th standard, and 12th standard would be considered for preparing the final merit list in the following ratio:

Components	Percentage
JIPMAT Score	100%

IIM Bodh Gaya JIPMAT Counselling

• As said above, IIM Jammu will publish the results and merit list based on the scores.
• If your name is on the merit list, IIM Jammu will call you for the JIPMAT admission process, the last stage of the selection process.

IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026 Seat Intake

• The total seat intake would be 120 for the academic year 2026-30.
• Also, the institute will provide an additional 10 supernumerary seats for the female category.
• The institute will provide reservations as per the GOI regulations. 

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Documents Required for JIPMAT Admission 2026

Mandatory Documents

• Admit Card: Download and print the Admit Card from the official website.
• Self-Declaration (Undertaking): Fill out the form available for download from the NTA website.

Identification Documents

Any one of the following valid photo IDs:

• Aadhar Card
• PAN Card
• Passport
• Driving Licence
• Voter ID Card
• Photograph

A recent passport-size photograph as per the specified dimensions and format.

Other Important Documents

• Any other document specified in the Admit Card or Information Bulletin.
• PwD Certificate (if applicable): For candidates availing the reservation and facilities for Persons with Disabilities.

Additional Items

• Stationery: Carry pens, pencils, erasers, and other required stationery items.
• Water Bottle: Use a transparent water bottle to stay hydrated during the exam.
• Face Mask and Hand Sanitiser: As per the prevailing COVID-19 guidelines.

Be sure to carry all the necessary documents and items to the exam centre per the instructions provided in the Information Bulletin and JIPMAT admit card.

The JIPMAT 2026 is a crucial step for aspiring business leaders seeking admission to the Integrated Programme in Management at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. It assesses candidates on various fronts, including academic prowess and diversity, to develop future leaders.

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Key Takeaways:

• Program Structure: JIPMAT is for a five-year IPM leading to BBA and MBA degrees at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu.
• JIPMAT 2026 Admission Process: This involves online registration, taking the JIPMAT exam, merit list preparation, and counselling.
• Exam Details: Conducted by NTA, the JIPMAT tests Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability in English over 150 minutes.
• Key Dates and Fees: Applications are open and last till 10th March 2026, tentatively, with the exam in June; fees are INR 2,000 for general, INR 1,000 for reserved categories & INR 10,000 for International candidates.
• Eligibility and Seats: For JIPMAT admission, candidates need to achieve specific marks in 10th and 12th standards; IIM Jammu offers 120 seats with additional reservations as per government policy.
• To get acquainted with the exam prep, practice the previous year's JIPMAT papers.