IPM PREP | APRIL 2026
Last Updated: April 2026
• Joint IPM Admission Test for 5-year BBA+MBA at NIT Jalandhar and NIT Patna
• Conducted by NTA — same authority as JEE, CUET, NEET
• Eligibility: Class 12 with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST)
• 100 questions, 150 marks — Quant + Verbal + Logical Reasoning
JIPMAT 2027 — Complete Guide
The JIPMAT 2027 complete guide covers everything you need to know about the Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JIPMAT is the gateway to the prestigious 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at two National Institutes of Technology — NIT Jalandhar (Punjab) and NIT Patna (Bihar). This programme leads to a dual degree: BBA + MBA in 5 years, offered by NIT-level institutions.
What is JIPMAT?
JIPMAT stands for Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test. It was introduced to fill the gap between IIM IPM (tested through IPMAT Indore) and other management programmes, offering NIT-grade quality management education at highly affordable fees. The programme grants students both a BBA degree at the end of Year 3 and an MBA degree at the end of Year 5.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Joint IPM Admission Test |
| Conducting Body | NTA (National Testing Agency) |
| Exam Level | National |
| Programme | 5-year Integrated BBA + MBA |
| Participating Institutes | NIT Jalandhar + NIT Patna |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Frequency | Once a year (typically May-June) |
| Official Website | NTA JIPMAT portal |
JIPMAT vs IPMAT — Key Differences
| Feature | JIPMAT | IPMAT (IIM Indore) |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Body | NTA | IIM Indore |
| Institutes | NIT Jalandhar, NIT Patna | IIM Indore (primary); IIM Rohtak, Jammu also use IPMAT |
| Prestige | NIT-level (NIRF top 50) | IIM-level (NIRF top 10) |
| Total Questions | 100 | 100 |
| Sections | QA (33) + VA (33) + LR (34) | QA (MCQ 40) + VA (MCQ 20) + QA (SA 20) |
| Negative Marking | -1 for wrong | -1 for wrong (MCQ only) |
| Fees | Very low (NIT government fees) | Higher (IIM premium) |
| Competition Level | Moderate-High | Very High (IIM brand) |
| Programme Duration | 5 years (BBA + MBA) | 5 years (BBA + MBA at IIM) |
JIPMAT 2027 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from any recognised board
- Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate in Class 12 for General and OBC categories
- SC/ST candidates: 55% aggregate in Class 12
- Age Limit: Maximum 20 years for General; 22 years for SC/ST/PwD (as of July 2027)
- Class 12 Stream: No stream restriction — Science, Commerce, and Arts students all eligible
- Appearing Candidates: Students appearing in Class 12 board exams in 2027 are also eligible to apply (subject to meeting the minimum percentage requirement)
JIPMAT 2027 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 33 | 50 | 2.5 hours (150 min) |
| Verbal Ability (VA) | 33 | 50 | |
| Logical Reasoning (LR) | 34 | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | 150 | 150 minutes |
Marking Scheme: +1.5 marks for correct answer, -0.5 for incorrect answer. No marks for unattempted questions.
JIPMAT 2027 Syllabus — Section-wise Breakdown
Quantitative Aptitude (33 Questions)
• Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit-Loss, SI/CI, Ratio-Proportion, Time-Work, Speed-Distance — 10-12 questions
• Algebra: Linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, functions — 6-8 questions
• Geometry and Mensuration: Lines, triangles, circles, coordinate geometry — 5-7 questions
• Number Theory: HCF, LCM, divisibility, remainders, factors — 4-6 questions
• Modern Mathematics: Permutations, Combinations, Probability, Sets — 4-5 questions
• Data Interpretation: Tables, bar graphs, pie charts — 3-4 questions
Verbal Ability (33 Questions)
- Reading Comprehension — 2 passages, 6-8 questions: main idea, inference, vocabulary in context
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, antonyms, fill in the blanks, idioms and phrases — 8-10 questions
- Grammar: Error correction, sentence improvement, parts of speech — 6-8 questions
- Verbal Reasoning: Sentence completion, para-jumbles, summary questions — 5-7 questions
Logical Reasoning (34 Questions)
- Series: Number series, letter series, mixed series — 4-5 questions
- Puzzles: Seating arrangement (linear and circular), floor-based puzzles — 8-10 questions
- Blood Relations: Family trees, coded relations — 3-4 questions
- Coding-Decoding: Letter coding, number coding — 3-4 questions
- Syllogisms: Statements and conclusions (Venn diagram approach) — 3-4 questions
- Directions and Distances: Map-based, compass directions — 2-3 questions
- Data Sufficiency and Analytical Reasoning: 4-5 questions
NIT Jalandhar vs NIT Patna — Complete Comparison
| Feature | NIT Jalandhar | NIT Patna |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Jalandhar, Punjab | Patna, Bihar |
| NIRF Ranking | Top 50 NITs | Top 50 NITs |
| IPM Seats (Approx.) | 60 | 60 |
| Expected Cutoff (General) | 85-90 percentile | 80-88 percentile |
| Annual Fee (Approx.) | Rs. 1.5 – 2 Lakh | Rs. 1.2 – 1.8 Lakh |
| Campus Type | Residential | Residential |
| Placement (Avg. Package) | Rs. 8-12 LPA | Rs. 7-10 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Deloitte, KPMG, TCS, Wipro, banks | EY, PwC, Infosys, government PSUs |
JIPMAT Cutoff 2026 — Expected Historical Ranges
| Institute | General | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Jalandhar | 85-92 percentile | 78-85 | 65-72 | 55-62 |
| NIT Patna | 80-88 percentile | 73-80 | 60-68 | 50-58 |
How to Apply for JIPMAT 2027
- Visit the NTA official website (nta.ac.in) when JIPMAT notification is released
- Register with your email, mobile number, and create login credentials
- Fill the application form: personal details, academic details, category
- Upload documents: recent photograph, signature, Class 10 certificate
- Pay application fee: General/OBC — Rs. 800 approximately; SC/ST/PwD — Rs. 650 approximately
- Download admit card when released (typically 2-3 weeks before exam)
- Appear for exam at your allotted centre
JIPMAT 2027 Preparation Tips
• Quantitative Aptitude: Arun Sharma (CAT QA), RS Aggarwal (Quantitative Aptitude)
• Verbal Ability: Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay (Verbal Ability for CAT), Word Power Made Easy (Norman Lewis)
• Logical Reasoning: Arun Sharma (Logical Reasoning for CAT), MK Pandey (Analytical Reasoning)
• Previous Year Papers: Solve all available JIPMAT papers (2021 onwards)
• Mock Tests: Take full-length timed mocks — aim for 8-10 mocks before the exam
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JIPMAT and which institutes accept it?
JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to the 5-year Integrated BBA+MBA programme. It is accepted by two NIT institutions: NIT Jalandhar (Punjab) and NIT Patna (Bihar). The programme awards a BBA degree after 3 years and an MBA degree after 5 years of study.
What is the difference between JIPMAT and IPMAT?
JIPMAT is conducted by NTA for admission to NIT Jalandhar and NIT Patna IPM programmes. IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to IIM Indore’s 5-year IPM, and also used by IIM Rohtak and IIM Jammu. IIM IPM programmes carry higher brand value, but JIPMAT programmes at NITs are more affordable and still offer excellent NIT-level education and placement opportunities.
What is the JIPMAT 2027 exam pattern and syllabus?
JIPMAT 2027 has 100 questions divided into three sections: Quantitative Aptitude (33 questions), Verbal Ability (33 questions), and Logical Reasoning (34 questions). Total marks are 150. Each correct answer gives +1.5 marks and each wrong answer deducts -0.5 marks. The exam duration is 150 minutes and is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
What score is needed to get into NIT Jalandhar through JIPMAT?
For general category students, a percentile of 85-92 is typically required for NIT Jalandhar IPM programme. NIT Patna cutoffs are slightly lower at 80-88 percentile for general category. In terms of raw score, targeting 105-120 out of 150 marks is usually sufficient for a competitive rank. OBC and SC/ST candidates benefit from reservation-based relaxation.
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