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A score of 300 out of 400 in JIPMAT 2026 is narrowly above the 2024 IIM Bodh Gaya General category cutoff of 292 — but the cutoff has ranged from 292 to 335 across the past three years, making 300 marks a borderline score for General category students rather than a fully safe one.
JIPMAT 2026 is scheduled for June 27, 2026, and is conducted by NTA for admission to the 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. The exam carries a maximum of 400 marks. With IIM Bodh Gaya offering approximately 130 seats and stiff year-on-year competition, the cutoff has shown significant swings that every student targeting this score must factor in.
- JIPMAT 2026 total marks: 400 (100 questions × 4 marks each; –1 for each wrong answer)
- IIM Bodh Gaya General category cutoffs: 335 (2022) ? 313 (2023) ? 292 (2024) — a sharp downward trend.
- 300 marks is 8 marks above the 2024 cutoff but below both the 2023 and 2022 cutoffs.
- For OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories, 300 marks is comfortably safe based on historical trends.
- IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026 total intake is approximately 130 seats (120 regular + 10 supernumerary).
| Direct Link to JIPMAT 2026 Official Portal (ACTIVE) |
| https://exams.nta.nic.in/jipmat/ |
JIPMAT 2026 Exam Pattern and Total Marks
Before evaluating any score, it is essential to understand JIPMAT’s marking scheme. The exam has 100 questions across three sections with a maximum of 400 marks.
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | 33 | 4 | 132 |
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) | 34 | 4 | 136 |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) | 33 | 4 | 132 |
| Total | 100 | +4 correct / –1 wrong | 400 |
To score 300 with zero wrong answers, you need 75 correct attempts. With negative marking, accuracy matters more than attempt count. Sectional minimum cutoffs (approximately 70 marks per section for General category, based on 2023 trends) also apply, so you must score adequately across all three sections — not just in total.
Is 300 Marks Safe for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026?
The honest answer: 300 marks is safe only if the downward cutoff trend continues into 2026. Here is the full picture:
- If the trend holds from 2024 (cutoff: 292): A score of 300 clears the General cutoff by 8 marks — a narrow but positive margin.
- If the cutoff returns to 2023 levels (313): A score of 300 would fall 13 marks short and not secure a WAT-PI shortlist for General category students.
- If the cutoff returns to 2022 levels (335): A score of 300 would fall 35 marks short.
- For OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD categories, 300 marks is expected to be well above the cutoff in all scenarios based on previous year trends.
- After clearing the cutoff, shortlisted students face WAT and Personal Interview (PI). Your final admission depends on a composite score including WAT-PI performance, not JIPMAT score alone.
The verdict: 300 marks is a borderline safe score for General category students — adequate if 2026 difficulty stays high, but risky if the paper is easier than 2024. Students aiming for comfort should target 315–325 marks.
IIM Bodh Gaya JIPMAT Cutoff Trend: 2022–2024
The table below shows the officially reported JIPMAT General category cutoff for IIM Bodh Gaya over the past three years. The downward trend reflects progressively harder papers from 2022 to 2024.
| Year | IIM Bodh Gaya General Cutoff (out of 400) | Is 300 Safe That Year? |
|---|---|---|
| JIPMAT 2022 | 335 | No (300 falls short by 35 marks) |
| JIPMAT 2023 | 313 | No (300 falls short by 13 marks) |
| JIPMAT 2024 | 292 | Yes (300 exceeds by 8 marks) |
| JIPMAT 2026 (Expected) | ~285–310 | Borderline — depends on paper difficulty |
The expected JIPMAT 2026 cutoff range is based on the 2022–2024 trend and is not an officially confirmed figure from IIM Bodh Gaya.
The three-year downward trend (335 ? 313 ? 292) reflects increasing paper difficulty and suggests the 2026 cutoff could fall in the 285–310 range. A score of 300 sits within this expected band, meaning it may just clear or just miss — making preparation strategy and accuracy critical.
Category-wise Expected Cutoffs for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026
The table below shows expected JIPMAT 2026 cutoffs for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM by category. These are projections based on the 2022–2024 trend and are not officially announced.
| Category | Expected Cutoff (out of 400) | Is 300 Marks Safe? |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 285 – 310 | Borderline — narrow margin |
| EWS | 260 – 280 | Yes |
| OBC-NCL | 245 – 265 | Yes |
| SC | 195 – 215 | Yes |
| ST | 170 – 190 | Yes |
| PwD | 155 – 175 | Yes |
All category-wise figures are expected estimates based on available trends. Actual JIPMAT 2026 cutoffs for IIM Bodh Gaya will be determined after results are declared.
What Score is Truly Safe for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026?
Given the cutoff volatility seen from 2022 to 2024, here is how different score bands stack up for IIM Bodh Gaya General category admission:
| Score Band (out of 400) | Safety Level for General Category | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 325 and above | Very Safe | Above cutoff in all three recent years |
| 310 – 324 | Safe | Above 2023 and 2024 cutoffs; below 2022 |
| 293 – 309 | Borderline | Above 2024 cutoff only; risky if paper is easier |
| 280 – 292 | Risky | Below 2024 cutoff; not adequate based on recent data |
| Below 280 | Not Safe | Below expected cutoff range for all categories except SC/ST/PwD |
Students targeting IIM Bodh Gaya from the General category should aim for 315–325 marks to have a comfortable safety buffer regardless of whether JIPMAT 2026 is easier or harder than 2024.
JIPMAT 2026 Safe Score FAQs
Ques. What is the total marks for JIPMAT 2026?
Ans. JIPMAT 2026 has a total of 400 marks. The exam has 100 questions each worth 4 marks, with a penalty of –1 for each wrong answer. The three sections are QA (33 questions), VARC (34 questions), and DILR (33 questions).
Ques. Is 300 out of 400 a safe score in JIPMAT 2026 for IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. For General category students, 300 is a borderline score. It clears the 2024 cutoff of 292 by only 8 marks, but falls below the 2023 cutoff of 313 and the 2022 cutoff of 335. For reserved categories (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS), 300 marks is expected to be comfortably safe based on trends.
Ques. What was the JIPMAT cutoff for IIM Bodh Gaya in 2024?
Ans. The IIM Bodh Gaya IPM General category cutoff in JIPMAT 2024 was 292 out of 400. The cutoff has followed a downward trend — 335 in 2022, 313 in 2023, and 292 in 2024 — driven by increasing paper difficulty.
Ques. What score is considered safe for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026?
Ans. For General category students, a score of 315–325 marks is considered a safe target for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM 2026, as it exceeds both the 2023 and 2024 cutoffs. A score of 300 carries risk if the paper is easier than 2024 and the cutoff rises above 300.
Ques. Are there sectional cutoffs in JIPMAT for IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. Yes, IIM Bodh Gaya applies sectional cutoffs in addition to the overall score cutoff. Based on 2023 data, the sectional cutoff for General category was approximately 70 marks per section. Students scoring 300 overall must also meet the minimum sectional requirement in each of the three sections.
Ques. What happens after clearing the JIPMAT 2026 cutoff for IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. Students who clear the JIPMAT 2026 cutoff are shortlisted for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) at IIM Bodh Gaya. The final selection is based on a composite score that includes your JIPMAT score, WAT performance, PI performance, and academic profile.
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