IIM Bodh Gaya
Overview
To meet the rising demand for skilled managerial professionals, IIM Bodh Gaya launched its five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) in 2021. This program is designed to provide experiential learning, international exposure, and a well-rounded curriculum, equipping students with the necessary skills for leadership roles in corporate and government sectors.
The IPM program aims to develop a global outlook on management practices, ensuring that students acquire strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and ethical decision-making capabilities from an early stage.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from IIM Bodh Gaya. Those who choose to exit after three years will be awarded a BBA degree.
The IPM program aims to develop a global outlook on management practices, ensuring that students acquire strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and ethical decision-making capabilities from an early stage.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from IIM Bodh Gaya. Those who choose to exit after three years will be awarded a BBA degree.
Eligibility Criteria
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Admission Policy for IPM 2025-30 Batch
1. Admission Criteria
1.1 Eligibility
Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for admission:
| Criteria | General | SC/ST/PwD/Transgender |
|---|---|---|
| Class 10th | Passed in or after 2022 with at least 60% | Passed in or after 2022 with at least 55% |
| Class 12th (or equivalent) | Passed in 2024 or appearing in 2025 with at least 60% | Passed in 2024 or appearing in 2025 with at least 55% |
| Stream | Arts, Commerce, or Science | |
| Deadline for Class 12 Completion | 31st July 2025 | |
| Citizenship | Open to Indian citizens and OCI/PIO registered on or before 4th March 2021 |
*Marks will be calculated as per the regulations of the respective board. If no regulation exists, aggregate marks of all subjects will be considered.
*Admission will be provisional for candidates appearing for Class 12 in 2025, and failure to meet the required marks will result in disqualification.
*Admission will be provisional for candidates appearing for Class 12 in 2025, and failure to meet the required marks will result in disqualification.
1.2 Seats/Intake
The total intake for the IPM program is approximately 120 seats.
Reservation Policy: As per Government of India norms for SC, ST, NC-OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.
Reservation Policy: As per Government of India norms for SC, ST, NC-OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.
Gender-Neutral & Supernumerary Seats:
70% of the seats are gender-neutral.
If there are an adequate number of female candidates in the gender-neutral category, the remaining 30% will also be gender-neutral.
If not, the remaining 30% will be a mix of gender-neutral and Supernumerary Girls (SNG) seats to ensure gender diversity while maintaining merit as the primary criterion.
If there are an adequate number of female candidates in the gender-neutral category, the remaining 30% will also be gender-neutral.
If not, the remaining 30% will be a mix of gender-neutral and Supernumerary Girls (SNG) seats to ensure gender diversity while maintaining merit as the primary criterion.
2. Selection Process
2.1 Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT)
Admission to IPM will be based on JIPMAT 2025, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu.
IIM Bodh Gaya may also collaborate with other IIMs offering IPM for a joint entrance examination.
IIM Bodh Gaya may also collaborate with other IIMs offering IPM for a joint entrance examination.
2.2 Merit List Preparation
Candidates must achieve a minimum category-wise sectional percentile of 30 in JIPMAT 2025 to qualify for the merit list.
Sectional raw scores will be subject to minimum qualifying requirements, which will be decided post-exam based on the applicant pool.
Sectional raw scores will be subject to minimum qualifying requirements, which will be decided post-exam based on the applicant pool.
2.3 Tie-Breaking Criteria
If two or more candidates have the same composite score, ranking will be determined based on the following criteria in order:
Higher overall JIPMAT score
Higher VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension) score
Higher QA (Quantitative Aptitude) score
Higher DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning) score
Higher Class 10th marks
Higher Class 12th marks
More recent Class 12th attempt
More recent Class 10th attempt
Younger age
3. Offer Acceptance Fee and Withdrawal Policy
| Process | Details |
|---|---|
| Expression of Interest (EOI) | Candidates shortlisted in the merit list must confirm their interest to be eligible for the admission offer. |
| Offer Acceptance Amount | ₹60,000 to be paid upon accepting the admission offer. This will be adjusted in Semester 1 fees. |
| Withdrawal Before Deadline | Refund available after deducting ₹1,000 as processing charges. |
| Withdrawal After Deadline | No refund applicable. |
| Withdrawal After Registration | No refund of Offer Acceptance Amount or Semester Fee. |
*The exact withdrawal deadline and further details will be communicated at the time of admission.
Jurisdiction for Disputes
Any disputes related to admissions will be under the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Bodh Gaya.
Expected IIM Bodh Gaya JIPMAT Cut Off
| Category | Cutoff Score (GN Non PWD Seats) | Cutoff Score (GN PWD Seats) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 330-360 | 220-280 |
| EWS | 310-340 | - |
| NC OBC | 285-325 | 220-230 |
| SC | 220-270 | - |
| ST | 145-227 | - |