JIPMAT 2026 registration opens on May 10 for 5-year integrated programme
NTA opened JIPMAT 2026 registration on May 10 for admission to the 5-year integrated programme in management. If you plan to apply, note the test is computer-based and will be conducted by IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.
Important dates for JIPMAT 2026 registration
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JIPMAT 2026 registration opens | May 10 |
| Provisional answer key expected | December 14 |
Exam pattern and facts for JIPMAT 2026 registration
The JIPMAT CBT will contain 120 multiple-choice questions . The test applies negative marking (penalty not specified in the notification). The two IIMs named as test conductors are IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya.
You must follow NTA rules for eligibility and application steps as laid out in the official notification. The notification also states candidates will need to re-register for counselling to choose university preferences after results are out.
What this means for applicants
Register on or after May 10 through the official NTA portal and keep your documents ready as per the NTA instructions. Expect the provisional answer key around December 14 — check the official portal for the exact release and challenge window.
The exam format of 120 MCQs with negative marking means attempted answers matter. Plan practice sessions with full-length CBT mocks to adapt to time and interface.
Additional notes
The announcement places JIPMAT in the wider entrance exams calendar for 2025–2026 , alongside tests such as CAT, XAT, SNAP and others. The official notification does not publish application fee details, detailed sectional timings, or seat matrix in this release; consult the NTA notification for those specifics when available.
How to keep track
Watch the official NTA site and the JIPMAT notification page for updates on admit cards, exam centres and the counselling schedule. If you are targeting the 5-year integrated programme, complete registration early and verify your email and phone details during sign-up.