IPMAT + JIPMAT Past Year Papers (Solutions)
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IPMAT Indore 2024
IPMAT Indore 2024 was conducted by IIM Indore on 23 May 2024 (2pm - 4pm). There were 15 SA, 30 MCQ and 45 VA questions. Each section was of 40 minutes.
3.41% students were called for interview:
As per IIM Indore's RTI: 20,748 aspirants secured a positive score in each of the sections with 709 (3.41%) students getting an interview call.
Quants—Easy SA section, hard MCQ section, hardest DILR set:
The short-answer (SA) section was easy: a couple of questions were mentally solvable. A surprise 3-set mean-median-mode question was tested. The quants multiple-choice section (MCQ) was hard, featuring a difficult DILR set and an incorrect P&C question.
We saw 12 algebra questions but only 1 from number systems. There were 4 logarithm questions and 4 permutation/combinations questions.
Verbal Ability—Moderate but lengthy:
The verbal ability (VA) section was lengthy, time-management was key, especially with the 553-word passage on anxiety.
IPMAT Rohtak 2024
IIM Rohtak doesn't release the past year papers (anymore).
IPMAT Rohtak 2024 was conducted on 18 May 2024 (9am - 11am). There were 3 sections (QA, VA, LR) with 40 questions each. The exam had no sectional time limits.
6.19% students were called for interview:
As per IIM Rohtak's RTI: 13,414 students wrote the test with 831 getting an interview call. IPMAT Rohtak cutoffs dropped by ~25%, highlighting the exam's unpredictable nature.
Quants—Easiest and filled with arithmetic:
As per aspirants, the quantitative ability (QA) section was the easiest of the 3 sections. The section was primarily composed of questions from arithmetic (majorly consisting SI/CI, TSD, T&W questions), probability and geometry.
Verbal—Tricky but straightforward RCs:
The verbal ability (VA) section was slightly tricky. It consisted of a mix of long fill in the blank questions, parajumbles and interpretation of word usages in short passages. The RCs were easy with straightforward questions.
Logical Reasoning—Hard and extremely lengthy:
The logical reasoning (LR) section was easy though time-consuming. A variety of topics were tested: 1 particular LR set of 3 questions was tedious, though doable. There were no data interpretation (DI) questions.
JIPMAT 2024
JIPMAT 2024 was conducted by NTA on 6 June 2024 (3 pm - 5:30 pm) for admission into IPM at IIM Jammu (140 seats) and IIM Bodh Gaya (120 seats). 10,115 candidates appeared for the examination.
Tougher than JIPMAT 2023:
The paper was more challenging with new patterns. Notable inclusions were a grammar-based 'match the columns' and a punctuation question. The cutoffs were also the lowest among the past 4 years (regardless of the increased competition).
Quants—Easy to moderate:
Geometry (8 questions) was tested more than arithmetic (7 questions). There were 3 questions where aspirants had to choose the correct statements.
Logical Reasoning—Moderate:
Featured questions on 'reasoning & assertion', data visualization—pie charts and tabular data demanding calculations. Problems were lengthy but straightforward.
Verbal Ability—Easy to moderate, but lengthy:
Two RCs were given, one tough passage featuring Baconian theory. Questions on grammar and vocabulary stood out—like testing the synonym of 'hackneyed'.
Frequently Asked Questions:
| IPMAT Indore | Correct | Wrong | Unanswered |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA (Quants) | +4 | 0 | 0 |
| MCQ (Quants) | +4 | -1 | 0 |
| VA (Verbal Ability) | +4 | -1 | 0 |
For a correct answer, you get 4 marks.
For an incorrect answer (in MCQ and VA section), you lose 1 marks.
No marks are awarded or deducted for unattempted answers.
| Section | Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 12 | 2 sets of 6 questions: 300 to 600 words passages |
| Sentence Completion | 7 | Idioms, phrasal verbs, vocabulary |
| Sentence Correction | 5 | Grammar: subject-verb agreement, parallelisms etc. |
| Paracompletion | 4 | Context-based understanding |
| Incorrect Word | 6 | Homonyms and commonly confusing words |
| Vocabulary | 6 | Fill in the blanks |
| Parajumbles | 5 | Context-based understanding |
IPMAT Indore is a 2-hour exam consisting of 3 sections:
| IPMAT Indore | Questions | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA (Quants) | 15 | 40 mins | 3-question set (mean & median) came in Indore 2024 |
| MCQ (Quants) | 30 | 40 mins | The last 5 questions have always been a DILR-set |
| VA (Verbal Ability) | 45 | 40 mins | No. of questions per topic is consistent since Indore 2022 |
Each section has a time limit of 40 minutes. You can't switch sections in between the exam.
Unlike board exams, each question (regardless of difficulty) carries the same marks in IPMAT Indore. You must identify and answer the easy questions first. This is developed by attempting mocks.
IPMAT Indore 2025 will be conducted on May 12, 2025 (2pm to 4pm).
The difficulty level varies across sections and years. For example, the short-answer (quants) cutoff was 12 marks in 2023, but 24 marks in 2024.
Easy questions lead to higher cutoffs, while hard questions result in lower cutoffs.
IPMAT Indore 2024's MCQ (quants) section had 8 easy, 9 medium, and 13 hard questions. The cutoff was 35 marks, indicating that solving all easy questions would have cleared the cutoff.
The real challenge in IPMAT lies in question selection under a strict time limit. Attempting hard questions without clearing easy and medium ones can lower your overall score.
Practice our mocks and unlimited sectionals to develop this skill. Access and attempt all IPMAT Indore past year papers for free with analytics and solutions here →
No, solving past year papers alone won't guarantee selection in IIM Indore.
IPMAT is not like your board exams with important topics. You need to embrace the ambiguity and expose yourself to different types of questions.
That's why we recommend students to practice topic tests and sectionals. More practice leads to better recall during the exam and a stronger competitive edge. To excel, you need to attempts mocks with a similar pattern and consistently practice sectional questions.
Did you know? AfterBoards mocks predicted 14 out of the 40 QA questions in IPMAT Indore 2024, ahah!
Some students have cracked IPMAT in 2 weeks, while others have failed even after 2 years of preparation.
It depends on your current base - for example, a JEE aspirant may need less time for IPMAT quants compared to a non-math student.
How to start preparing for IPMAT?
- Use the IPMAT Indore past-year paper analyser and understand the syllabus →
- Search "(Topic Name) Basics CAT/IPMAT" on YouTube to build conceptual clarity
- Practice at least 40 questions per topic to strengthen your understanding
- Attempt sections + full-length mocks. Remember, IPMAT tests your exam strategy too!
The best time to start studying was 2 months ago. The second best time is now. The best place to study for IPMAT? AfterBoards.
Access free topic-tests and IPMAT mocks on AfterBoards here →AfterBoards offers free access to all IPMAT Indore past-year papers with handwritten solutions. You can filter and view IPMAT and JIPMAT PYQs by topic, chapter, difficulty, or section.
Access our PYQ analyser for IPMAT Indore 2019-2024, IPMAT Rohtak 2019-20, and JIPMAT 2021-24 here →
You can also attempt all previous year's papers (in the mock environment with a timer) and free IPMAT/JIPMAT mocks on AfterBoards here →
Yes, AfterBoards offers free attempts (in the mock environment with a timer) for all previous-year papers of IPMAT Indore 2019 to 2024 (as well as IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT).
You can view detailed analytics after your attempt, including a SWOT analysis to analyse your strong and weak areas.
You can then compare your score with the cutoff (based on your category). View all the IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIM Rohtak and IIM Bodh Gaya cutoff data here →
IPMAT Indore's quantitative aptitude section tests algebra, modern math, geometry, arithmetic, and number systems.
Most questions mix multiple chapters. An IPMAT aspirant must know the basics of all topics.
Fun fact #1: Non-math students have reported solving logarithm questions in the exam hall but not the time-speed-distance question.
Note: Calculus is NOT tested in IPMAT. You can filter all the IPMAT Indore questions and view the exact syllabus with the number of questions asked in previous years (2019 to 2024) here →
Attempt free topic tests on AfterBoards portal here →
Yes, parajumbles attract negative marks in IPMAT Indore (despite requiring you to type the answer).
Don't be misled by other (incorrect) sources. They're confusing it with the CAT exam where parajumbles don't have negative marks.
| IPMAT Indore | Correct | Wrong | Unanswered |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA (Quants) | +4 | 0 | 0 |
| MCQ (Quants) | +4 | -1 | 0 |
| VA (Verbal Ability) | +4 | -1 | 0 |
For a correct answer, you get 4 marks.
For an incorrect answer (in MCQ and VA section), you lose 1 marks.
No marks are awarded or deducted for unattempted answers.
IPMAT Indore is a 2-hour exam consisting of 3 sections:
| IPMAT Indore | Questions | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SA (Quants) | 15 | 40 mins | 3-question set (mean & median) came in Indore 2024 |
| MCQ (Quants) | 30 | 40 mins | The last 5 questions have always been a DILR-set |
| VA (Verbal Ability) | 45 | 40 mins | No. of questions per topic is consistent since Indore 2022 |
Each section has a time limit of 40 minutes. You can't switch sections in between the exam.
Unlike board exams, each question (regardless of difficulty) carries the same marks in IPMAT Indore. You must identify and answer the easy questions first. This is developed by attempting mocks.
IPMAT Indore 2025 will be conducted on May 12, 2025 (2pm to 4pm).
No, solving past year papers alone won't guarantee selection in IIM Indore.
IPMAT is not like your board exams with important topics. You need to embrace the ambiguity and expose yourself to different types of questions.
That's why we recommend students to practice topic tests and sectionals. More practice leads to better recall during the exam and a stronger competitive edge. To excel, you need to attempts mocks with a similar pattern and consistently practice sectional questions.
Did you know? AfterBoards mocks predicted 14 out of the 40 QA questions in IPMAT Indore 2024, ahah!
AfterBoards offers free access to all IPMAT Indore past-year papers with handwritten solutions. You can filter and view IPMAT and JIPMAT PYQs by topic, chapter, difficulty, or section.
Access our PYQ analyser for IPMAT Indore 2019-2024, IPMAT Rohtak 2019-20, and JIPMAT 2021-24 here →
You can also attempt all previous year's papers (in the mock environment with a timer) and free IPMAT/JIPMAT mocks on AfterBoards here →
IPMAT Indore's quantitative aptitude section tests algebra, modern math, geometry, arithmetic, and number systems.
Most questions mix multiple chapters. An IPMAT aspirant must know the basics of all topics.
Fun fact #1: Non-math students have reported solving logarithm questions in the exam hall but not the time-speed-distance question.
Note: Calculus is NOT tested in IPMAT. You can filter all the IPMAT Indore questions and view the exact syllabus with the number of questions asked in previous years (2019 to 2024) here →
Attempt free topic tests on AfterBoards portal here →
| Section | Questions | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 12 | 2 sets of 6 questions: 300 to 600 words passages |
| Sentence Completion | 7 | Idioms, phrasal verbs, vocabulary |
| Sentence Correction | 5 | Grammar: subject-verb agreement, parallelisms etc. |
| Paracompletion | 4 | Context-based understanding |
| Incorrect Word | 6 | Homonyms and commonly confusing words |
| Vocabulary | 6 | Fill in the blanks |
| Parajumbles | 5 | Context-based understanding |
The difficulty level varies across sections and years. For example, the short-answer (quants) cutoff was 12 marks in 2023, but 24 marks in 2024.
Easy questions lead to higher cutoffs, while hard questions result in lower cutoffs.
IPMAT Indore 2024's MCQ (quants) section had 8 easy, 9 medium, and 13 hard questions. The cutoff was 35 marks, indicating that solving all easy questions would have cleared the cutoff.
The real challenge in IPMAT lies in question selection under a strict time limit. Attempting hard questions without clearing easy and medium ones can lower your overall score.
Practice our mocks and unlimited sectionals to develop this skill. Access and attempt all IPMAT Indore past year papers for free with analytics and solutions here →
Some students have cracked IPMAT in 2 weeks, while others have failed even after 2 years of preparation.
It depends on your current base - for example, a JEE aspirant may need less time for IPMAT quants compared to a non-math student.
How to start preparing for IPMAT?
- Use the IPMAT Indore past-year paper analyser and understand the syllabus →
- Search "(Topic Name) Basics CAT/IPMAT" on YouTube to build conceptual clarity
- Practice at least 40 questions per topic to strengthen your understanding
- Attempt sections + full-length mocks. Remember, IPMAT tests your exam strategy too!
The best time to start studying was 2 months ago. The second best time is now. The best place to study for IPMAT? AfterBoards.
Access free topic-tests and IPMAT mocks on AfterBoards here →Yes, AfterBoards offers free attempts (in the mock environment with a timer) for all previous-year papers of IPMAT Indore 2019 to 2024 (as well as IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT).
You can view detailed analytics after your attempt, including a SWOT analysis to analyse your strong and weak areas.
You can then compare your score with the cutoff (based on your category). View all the IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIM Rohtak and IIM Bodh Gaya cutoff data here →
Yes, parajumbles attract negative marks in IPMAT Indore (despite requiring you to type the answer).
Don't be misled by other (incorrect) sources. They're confusing it with the CAT exam where parajumbles don't have negative marks.