Introduction

Picking between IPMAT 2026 and JIPMAT 2026 can be hard. It’s like choosing two great sweets — both take you to top IIMs, but the paths differ. If you want to know which is simpler and fits you best, we’ll go over it well.

Understanding IPMAT 2026

What is IPMAT?

The Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) is held by IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak to get into their 5-year IPM course.

IIMs Accepting IPMAT Scores

  • IIM Indore – IPMAT (Indore)
  • IIM Rohtak – IPMAT (Rohtak)

IPMAT Exam Structure

Sections

  • Quantitative Ability (MCQ)
  • Quantitative Ability (Short Answer)
  • Verbal Ability (MCQ)

Duration

  • IIM Indore: 2 hours
  • IIM Rohtak: 2 hours

Marking Scheme

  • +4 for correct answer
  • -1 for wrong answer (except short answer section)

Understanding JIPMAT 2026

What is JIPMAT?

The Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) is a test run by the National Testing Agency (NTA). It helps you get into the IPM courses at IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.

IIMs Accepting JIPMAT Scores

  •         IIM Jammu
  •         IIM Bodh Gaya

JIPMAT Exam Structure

Sections

  •         Quantitative Aptitude
  •         Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
  •         Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension

Duration

  •         2 hours 30 minutes

Marking Scheme

  •         +4 for correct answer
  •         -1 for wrong answer

Key Differences Between IPMAT and JIPMAT

Feature IPMAT 2026 JIPMAT 2026
Conducting Body IIM Indore/Rohtak NTA
Number of IIMs 2 (Indore, Rohtak) 2 (Jammu, Bodh Gaya)
Sections QA (MCQ + SA), VA QA, DI & LR, VA & RC
Difficulty Level Moderate to High Easy to Moderate
Competition Higher Relatively Lower
Selection Process Test + PI/WAT Test + PI/WAT (varies)

 

Detailed Exam Pattern Comparison

IPMAT 2026 Pattern (Indore)

Section Questions Time Marking
Quantitative Ability (SA) 15 40 min +4/-0
Quantitative Ability (MCQ) 30 40 min +4/-1
Verbal Ability (MCQ) 45 40 min +4/-1
Total 90 120 min

JIPMAT 2026 Pattern

Section Questions Marks Time
Quantitative Aptitude 33 132 150 min
DI & Logical Reasoning 33 132
Verbal Ability & RC 34 136
Total 100 400 150 min

 

Syllabus Comparison

Quantitative Aptitude

  •         IPMAT: Higher-level math including coordinate geometry, probability, permutations, and combinations.
  •         JIPMAT: Class 10-level math with a heavier focus on arithmetic.

Verbal Ability

  •         Both focus on RC, grammar, vocabulary, para jumbles — IPMAT VA is slightly more analytical.

Logical Reasoning

  •         Exclusive to JIPMAT; focuses on puzzles, seating arrangement, and basic DI.

Difficulty Level Analysis

IPMAT Difficulty

  •         QA (SA): High difficulty, requires strong conceptual clarity.
  •         QA (MCQ): Moderate to high.
  •         VA: Moderate.

JIPMAT Difficulty

  •         QA: Easy to moderate.
  •         DI & LR: Easy.
  •         VA: Easy to moderate.

Note: JIPMAT is generally easier in terms of question complexity.

Competition Level

  •         IPMAT: About 25,000+ students go for less than 300 seats.
  •         JIPMAT: About 10,000+ students go for about 200 seats.

Ideal Candidate for Each Exam

  •         Pick IPMAT if you’re good with tough math and can deal with hard fights.
  •         Pick JIPMAT if you like an easy plan and a bit less fight.

 

Preparation Strategy Differences

IPMAT Focused

  •         Work hard on high-level math.
  •         Do math problems every day.
  •         Train to be fast and right.

 

JIPMAT Focused

  •         Study Class 9 and 10 math.
  •         Work on puzzles that need thinking.
  •         Read and try to understand well.

 

Pros and Cons

IPMAT Pros

  •         Gets you to big, well-known schools.
  •         You will meet smart people and make good links.

IPMAT Cons

  •         It’s a hard test.
  •         Many people want to win.

JIPMAT Pros

  •         The test is not so hard.
  •         Not so many people are trying.

JIPMAT Cons

  •         Schools are new and still getting known.

 

Conclusion

Both tests lead to good schools. But choose based on what you are good at, what you know, and what you want in your job. IPMAT is for you if you can handle hard math and lots of rivals. JIPMAT is a choice if you prefer an easy way.

 

FAQs

Q1: Can I take both the IPMAT and JIPMAT tests in the same year?

Yes, you can, as they do not happen at the same time.

Q2: Which test gives a better payback?

IPMAT often has a higher return due to older IIMs’ well-known names.

Q3: Does JIPMAT have a personal interview round?

Yes, most times, IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya do have one after JIPMAT.

Q4: Is the IPMAT short answer part hard?

Yes, it needs clear ideas and fast problem-fixing skills.

Q5: Which test is more fit for those not good at math?

JIPMAT fits those who find math hard, as it has easier math tasks.