JIPMAT 2025: Last Week Preparation Tips

JIPMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to the 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at:

- IIM Jammu

- IIM Bodh Gaya

Eligibility for JIPMAT 2025

  • Completed Class 12 or equivalent in 2023, 2024, or appearing in 2025.
  • Must have passed Class 10 in 2019 or later.
  • Minimum 60% marks in 10th and 12th (55% for SC/ST/PwD)

Exam Pattern for JIPMAT 2025:

Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hrs)


Sections (100 questions total):

  1. Quantitative Aptitude
  2. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
  3. Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension


Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Why JIPMAT?

  • Direct admission to IIMs after Class 12
  • Strong foundation in management with a BBA + MBA degree
  • Saves time and effort of preparing for CAT later

The countdown has begun!


With just a week to go for JIPMAT 2025, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and nervous energy. Here are some smart, actionable tips to help you stay sharp, focused, and confident for the big day.


1. Revise Smart, Not Hard: Target the High-weightage and frequently asked topics across different sections-

  • Quantitative Aptitude: Percentages, Profit and Loss, Time and Work, Averages, Algebra, and Geometry.
  • Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: Pie charts,Bar Graphs, Series, Puzzles, Syllogisms, and Directions.
  • Verbal Ability: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Synonyms/Antonyms, Para Jumbles and Grammar Rules.


2. Mock Tests = Game Changers: The more you simulate the actual exam, the better you have the chance to ace it. You mustn’t forget to analyze your mistakes after every mock.


3. Don’t ignore your Weak areas: It is the right time to do focused revision for the topics that still feel shaky. 


4. Keep General awareness light and fresh: GK as a subject often receives mixed reactions from students. In the last week-

  • Go through monthly current affairs. 
  • Revise major events in sports, awards, government schemes, important days, etc. 


5. Stay Calm and Prioritize Sleep: This is crucial yet underrated. Pulling all-nighters now will hurt your retention and alertness during the exam.

  • Sleep 7-8 hours daily
  • Use breathing techniques or meditation if anxiety spikes.


6. Plan your Exam Day Strategy: Know your strengths and start accordingly. Have a plan B for tough questions- don’t get stuck. Check out our JIPMAT exam analysis page for better understanding the exam.


7. Logistics Check: You just don’t have to carry your confidence, but a few other things as well

  • Keep your admit Card, ID Proof, and other Necessary Documents ready.
  • Visit the exam centre a day before
  • Know the reporting time and traffic situation, to avoid last minute stress.


To know more about the details on Admit Card do checkout : CLICK HERE

7-Day Strategy for JIPMAT 2025

Here’s a day by day study strategy to help you utilize each day effectively, revise smartly, and stay calm under pressure.

Day

Focus Area

Key Activities

Day 1

Strategy Planning + Mock Test

  • Identify strong, medium and weak topics
  • Create  revision plan
  • Attempt 1 full length mock and analyze results

Day 2

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Revise formulas and Tricks
  • Practice Key topics: Percentages, Time & Work, and Average.

Day 3

Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation 

  • Practice Puzzles, seating Arrangement, coding-decoding, and blood relations.
  • Take a sectional mock test

Day 4

Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension

  • Revise grammar rules and vocabulary
  • Review commonly confused words
  • Practice RC’s, Para-jumbles and sentence correction.

Day 5

General Awareness

  • Revise static GK
  • Attempt 50+ MCQ’s
  • Cover month-wise current affairs

Day 6

Mock Test + Detailed analysis

  • Attempt a full mock test, under exam conditions.
  • Analyze your accuracy, time spent, and weak areas.

Day 7

Final Revision + Mental preparation

  • Quick revision of formulas, grammar, and current affairs.
  • Go through personal notes.
  • Relax, avoid stress and sleep early.

This curated strategy will instill confidence during the final phase of your preparation. 

Carry Essentials and Prohibited Items

Here is a list, which you can refer to understand the carry essentials on your examination day. 

Carry Essentials

Prohibited Items

Admit Card

Electronic devices or Mobile Phones

Valid ID card

Shoes/Footwear with Thick soles

Transparent Bottle

Garments with large buttons

Transparent Pen

Handbags

Pencil

Any sheet of paper other than the essentials

2 Passport Size Photos

Calculator

Sugar tablets/Fruits

(In case the candidate is Diabetic)

 


Common Mistakes to avoid for JIPMAT 2025:Last Week preparation Strategy

Students can make mistakes during this crucial time - mistakes that can affect performance despite months of preparation.

Here are the top last-week mistakes to avoid for JIPMAT 2025-

  1. Starting a new topic, last minute.
  2. Skipping mock tests
  3. Ignoring Mock analysis
  4. Overloading the brain.
  5. Neglecting General Awareness.
  6. Not having an exam day plan.
  7. Ignoring Admit card and Logistics


Do checkout JIPMAT 2025 Exam Day Instructions, To avoid any last minute confusion!

Conclusion

Trust the process!

Trust yourself!

Trust your preparation route!


It has been a long tireless adventure, believe in your efforts and let the journey unfold. Follow the 7-day strategy to instill self-belief and to avoid exam day jitters. For the students targeting JIPMAT 2026, do keep a track on the official website.

Remember, one exam doesn’t define your worth, but how you show up for it reflects your determination.

Good luck!

 

Team CL

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